Blendworth Farm House is a striking Georgian farmhouse which has been beautifully and thoughtfully restored whilst retaining a wealth of period character, including sash windows, exposed timber beams and original fireplaces.

The welcoming double height reception hall, with lovely oak floors, makes a statement entrance. The main house has six reception rooms on its ground floor, together with a well appointed annexe which could easily be incorporated into the house if necessary. A beautiful 23ft drawing room with Georgian style marble fireplace and doors to the garden leads through to the sitting room, again with Georgian style marble fireplace. A wonderful dual aspect family/dining room adjoins the kitchen. This delightful farmhouse kitchen has an Aga, wooden storage units, a central island, a butler sink and space for all the necessary appliances. There is also a well designed study with fitted bookcases and deep storage cupboard and a playroom, all of which provide flexible living space with the utmost comfort.

The modern home office with vaulted ceiling and skylight benefits from its own front door, entrance lobby and WC and provides peace and quiet away from the main house, ideal for those wishing to work from home.

Upstairs the light filled landing gives access to five double bedrooms including the generous, 23ft principal bedroom with its large and beautifully appointed luxury en suite bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower. One of the further first-floor bedrooms is also en suite, and a family bathroom serves the remaining three bedrooms.

From the south side of the main house most of the rooms offer lovely views across the countryside towards the English Channel and the Isle of Wight.

The well-appointed annexe provides a living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. This is currently separate from the main house but could easily be incorporated if necessary.

Lot 2 - Please be advised there is an additional paddock available by separate negotiation extending to 2.669 acres with a small stable complex.

Three cottages, one of which is a holiday cottage, are also available by separate negotiation.

Outside

The property is approached via a large sweeping driveway with a central mature planted island. To one side a former stableyard provides a large paved seating area. The whole forecourt is bordered by mature hedging and the current owners have drawn up plans for the erection of a barn style garage to be located on the eastern border, see CGI drawing. Lying directly to the south of the house are the most gorgeous, mature and beautifully laid out formal gardens which have been carefully designed and thought out by the current owners.

Situation

Situated in the South Downs National Park, the property lies in the tiny village of Blendworth surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and offering wonderful opportunities for cycling, horse riding and walking. It is within easy reach of Horndean and neighbouring towns and villages. Horndean has a variety of amenities, including local shops, a large supermarket, and primary and secondary schools. Rowlands Castle is a pretty, highly regarded village in south Hampshire offering day to day amenities. It has a golf club, two public houses, village shop and school and a railway station with services to London, Waterloo taking 1hr 27 minutes.

Exceptional old English pubs in the area include The Red Lion at Chalton and The George Inn at Finchdean. Nearby, Stansted House, an Edwardian mansion set in 1800 acres of parkland is well known for its annual garden show, outdoor theatre and concerts, cream teas, garden centre and farm shop. To the south is the harbourside market town of Emsworth on the northern shore of Chichester Harbour with excellent sailing facilities and a range of individual shops and restaurants. Chichester harbour waters and The Solent have a number of sailing clubs. Bathing and windsurfing maybe enjoyed from the blue flag sandy beach at West Wittering and other areas along the coast. To the east, the cathedral city of Chichester offers shopping, leisure and cultural activities including the renowned Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery. The Goodwood Estate is well known for its horse racing events calendar, including Glorious Goodwood and it hosts the annual Festival of Speed and Revival Meetings at its historic motor circuit. It also boasts two golf courses, a spa and a small airfield.

Excellent state and independent schools include Westbourne House, Bedales and Portsmouth Grammar. Links to the A3 (M) provide access north to London and south to the A27.