Downs RoadWest Stoke, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 9BN

An exceptional detached converted barn occupying a truly outstanding rural position with magnificent far reaching views. The property is offered for sale as a whole or in two separate lots and extends to approximately 137.35 acres in total.

Lot 1: The principal residence, a range of outbuildings with power and water, garaging, equestrian facilities and approximately 21.81 acres. (£3,300,000)

Lot 2: A substantial American style barn set within approximately 115.54 acres of arable land and woodland. (£1,450,000)

In all, approximately 137.35 acres.

The Barn
The principal residence offers excellent accommodation extending to approximately 6,500 sq ft. Arranged in a courtyard style layout typical of period barns of this nature, the property provides bedroom accommodation on both the ground and first floors.

The main drawing room measures approximately 35 feet in length and features a vaulted ceiling. It is partially open plan to the kitchen, which in turn leads through to the dining room. This impressive living space enjoys truly outstanding views across the surrounding countryside. Additional reception rooms include a family room and a study/sitting room. There is also a laundry room/boot room and a cloakroom.

The ground floor comprises five bedrooms and four bathrooms/shower rooms, while the first floor provides a further two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A gallery style void overlooks the main drawing room, with the first floor bedrooms accessed via separate staircases at either end of the main reception room. Completing the accommodation is an indoor swimming pool.

A comprehensive range of outbuildings is included within Lot 1, all connected to mains water and electricity. These comprise two garages with an attached office and two storage areas. A second outbuilding provides a workshop, plant room, office, shed, cloakroom and store. In addition, there is a tractor shed, agricultural barn, hay store, ménage and stabling with five loose boxes.

The land with lot 1 is primarily divided into well maintained and fenced paddocks, making it well suited to equestrian use. There is also a delightful area of formal garden, while spectacular views can be enjoyed from numerous vantage points throughout the property.

The property is approached via electric gates and a long gravel driveway, which extends around both sides of the barn and leads to a generous parking area. The main residence enjoys a private courtyard garden, accessed directly from the principal reception rooms and the swimming pool. To the west of the house, an additional area of garden adjoins the surrounding arable land and enjoys fine views across the countryside towards the Downs. Just a short distance away, a footpath leads directly into the beautiful Kingley Vale, a renowned wildlife haven offering an abundance of scenic walks.

To the east of the main residence is a range of useful outbuildings, some of which may offer scope for conversion to ancillary accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents. The equestrian facilities are situated in a separate area to the east of the barn and outbuildings and include horse stabling and associated facilities.

Lot 1 extends to approximately 21.81 acres and is offered for sale with no onward chain.

Lot 2 comprises of a substantial American style barn together with approximately 115.54 acres of land. The acreage includes a mix of arable land and woodland, enjoying wonderful far reaching views in all directions.