This substantial period Grade II Listed farmhouse has handsome brick elevations and features more than 4,500 square feet of beautifully presented accommodation with exposed timber beams and impressive fireplaces. The main reception room is the wellproportioned drawing room with its brick-built fireplace, which is fitted with a woodburning stove. There is also a 22ft dining room with a grand inglenook fireplace, as well as a snug, a music room and a study for home working. The large kitchen and breakfast room offers plenty of storage in fitted units to base and wall level, as well as an Aga and space for a breakfast table. Additionally, the useful utility room, store and cellar provide further space for appliances and home storage.

The first floor has five comfortable double bedrooms including a generous principal bedroom with its en suite bathroom. There is also a family bathroom and a WC, while the second floor provides one further double bedroom, an additional bathroom and a 31ft loft storage room.

Outside

The farmhouse has a splendid garden, with wellmaintained lawns and brick-paved patio spaces for al fresco dining both at the front and rear. The garden has well-stocked border flowerbeds with a variety of shrubs and perennial flowering plants, while there are also several mature trees. Parking is available in the triple carport or on the gravel driveway, while the garden also includes a greenhouse, a shed/store and a further outhouse.

Situation

The property is situated in a superb semirural position on the outskirts of the village of Hurstpierpoint and within easy reach of Hassocks and the sought-after town of Burgess Hill. The village offers a range of shops, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities, while schooling includes the independent Hurstpierpoint College. Burgess Hill provides further amenities, including large supermarkets, while the vibrant and bustling coastal city of Brighton and Hove is approximately nine miles to the south. Mainline train services are available from Hassocks and Burgess Hill (56 and 50 minutes to London Victoria respectively), while by road, the A23 provides routes towards Gatwick Airport, the M23 and London beyond.

Directions

From Lewes, take the A27 west, heading towards Brighton and join the A23 heading north. After 4.3 miles on the A23, take the slip road and turn right at the junction onto the B2117/Brighton Road. After 0.6 miles, take the entrance on the right, then follow the lane to your right until you arrive at the property.