Barlavington, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28 0LG | Property for sale | Savills
75.62 sq m(814 sq ft)
Guide price £725,000

BarlavingtonPetworth, West Sussex, GU28 0LG

  • Recently sold

Key features

  • Sold in April 2023
  • Exposed timbers and fine fire place
  • Pleasing rural views across rolling farmland
  • Outbuildings including detached garage and workshop
  • Delightful mature garden and situated in the heart of the South Downs National Park

Character cottage in a fine downland setting.

About this property

  • Folly Cottage is a charming property of stone and brick under a clay tiled roof. Given its Grade II listed status it has many period characteristics including exposed timbers and a fine fireplace in the sitting room. A recently refurbished kitchen is a good size with a dining area and a bathroom completes the ground floor accommodation. On the first floor are two bedrooms, one of which has built in storage.

    Set in an elevated position above Folly Lane the lawned gardens have pleasing rural views across a rolling farmland landscape. The grounds are private with mature trees affording shade and there are mature shrubs interspersed throughout providing interest and colour. A useful workshop outbuilding with adjoining paved terrace and a sizeable detached garage provide hobby and storage opportunities.

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This is an enchanting cottage in a wonderful rural location. I love the fact I am just steps away from the South Downs Way. The cottage has scope to adapt and create a charming country home.

Daniel ClayProperty agent

Local information

  • In the lee of the South Downs, the popular South Downs Way is close to hand providing access to the network of public footpaths and bridleways. Just a mile distant is the revered downland village of Sutton. Within the village is a popular public house, The White Horse, a parish church and community hall. Petworth is the nearest town, where a good selection of shops and services can cater for your everyday needs.
  • Petworth is where a good selection of shops and services can cater for everyday needs. The National Trust owned Petworth House and 700 acre deer park is an historic house and local beauty spot. The nearest mainline train station is Pulborough serving London Victoria (journey time from 72 minutes). As a larger town there are also two large supermarkets along with more local facilities.
  • Local events include horse racing at Goodwood and Fontwell Park; polo at Cowdray Park; the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival are popular events. A little further afield the marine enthusiast can sail from Chichester Harbour.

Additional information

  • Council Tax band - E
  • EPC Rating: F
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: E