Birch Farm WEST SUSSEX

Birch Farm WEST SUSSEX

Birch Farm KINGSCOTE, EAST GRINSTEAD, WEST SUSSEX Birch Farm is set amidst beautiful countryside, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty adjoining the Forestry Commission woodland at Gravetye and bordering the picturesque Bluebell Steam Railway. Accommodation Entrance hall Kitchen/Dining room Drawing room Sitting room Study Utility room WC Wine cellar Master bedroom suite with dressing area and ensuite Three bedroom suites Five further bedrooms Playroom Family bathroom Shower room Triple detached garage Family room Utility room Kitchen WC Two further bedrooms above garage Sitting room Bathroom Landscaped gardens and grounds Stabling In all about 17 acres Approximate gross internal floor area of main house 6,307 sq. ft. Annexe 998 sq. ft. Outbuildings 1,008 sq. ft. Total 8,318 sq. ft. Horsham 40 Carfax, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1EQ Tel: +44 1403 339 180 chris.burton@knightfrank.com www.knightfrank.co.uk Country Department 55 Baker Street, London W1U 8AN Tel: +44 20 7861 5390 julia.robotham@knightfrank.com These particulars are intended only as a guide and must not be relied upon as statements of fact. Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the brochure.

Situation Turners Hill (approximately 1.25 miles to the north) provides a good range of local amenities including a village store, primary school and several public houses. The larger centre of East Grinstead is within 4 miles and provides further amenities for everyday needs. T Gatwick, with its Gatwick Express Service, is within 10 miles (London Victoria 30 mins). Further services at East Grinstead, Balcombe, Three Bridges & Haywards Heath. www.southernrailway.co.uk E There are many highly regarded schools in the area, both state and private, including Cumnor House in Danehill, Brambletye in East Grinstead, Ashdown House in Forest Row, Hurst College, Handcross Park, Worth Abbey & Ardingly College. www.westsussex.gov.uk/ ccm/navigation/education M The M25 orbital motorway can be accessed via A the M23, linking to other motorway networks. Gatwick and Heathrow airports and the coast. Description Birch Farm is superbly positioned in a secluded rural location at the end of a half a mile lane. The farmhouse sits in an elevated position, enhanced by the views over neighbouring fields and woodland. Previously a world famous plant nursery, the current owners have substantially extended and refurbished this unique property. This 16th Century timber framed house has been lovingly refurbished and improved to create an impressive New England style family home whilst retaining its internal period character, which includes a number of exposed timbers and a handsome inglenook fireplace.

Reception Bedroom Bathroom Kitchen/Utility Storage Terrace Recreation Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area Main House: 586.0 sq m (6,307 sq ft) Ground Floor First Floor This plan is for layout guidance only. Not drawn to scale unless stated. Windows & door openings are approximate. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of this plan, please check all dimensions, shapes & compass bearings before making any decisions reliant upon them.

Main House Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area Annexe: 92.8 sq m (998 sq ft) Garage: 52.2 sq m (561 sq ft) Stables: 41.6 sq m (447 sq ft) Stables Ground Floor First Floor Second Floor

Outside Birch Farm is approached via a long driveway, which sweeps through the land to a parking area behind the new garaging. The gardens are grounds and informal gardens are mainly laid to lawn with some herbaceous borders and well stocked rockeries. To the east of the house is an area ideal for a grass tennis court, and the land beyond runs alongside the Bluebell Steam Railway, the majority of which is woodland with bluebells, a pond and streams. There are three paddock areas, one to the south of the house and the other two either side of the drive. In the southern most paddock are two stables, and a tack room which have been newly built by the current owners. Total plot about 17 acres.

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Services We understand from the owners that Birch Farm has mains water and electricity, private drainage and oil central heating. Agent s Note Planning consent was granted by Mid Sussex District Council in May 2016 (ref: DM/16/2115). The consent was granted for the replacement of some large outbuildings which were originally used as part of the plant nursery. (09/02913/FUL) In 2009 there was also consent granted for the addition of a swimming pool and a tennis court which is still valid. Note: This plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey map with the sanction of the control of H.M. Stationary office. This plan is for convenience of purchasers only. Its accuracy is not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. Licence Number. No. ES100017767. BIRCH FARM Important Notice: Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Knight Frank LLP in the particulars or by word of mouth or in writing ( information ) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Knight Frank LLP nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s). Photos etc: The photographs show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer or lessee must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. VAT: The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice. Knight Frank LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England with registered number OC305934. Our registered office is 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN, where you may look at a list of members names. Photographs: 2017 and 2018. Particulars: July 2018. Kingfisher Print and Design. 01803 867087. Local Authority Mid Sussex District Council. Tel: 01444 458 166 Fixtures and fittings Only those mentioned in these sale particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and garden ornaments are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation. Directions (sat nav: RH19 4LG) From London join the M23 southbound and leave at junction 10 (A264, towards East Grinstead). Proceed straight over the first roundabout and at the second, turn right towards Turners Hill (B2028). At the cross roads in the centre of Turners Hill, turn left and continue for just under 2 miles, under a railway bridge, then turn sharp right on the bend, signposted Kingscote/Gravetye Manor. Continue under another railway bridge, past Kingscote station and after about 100 metres, turn left into the forestry lane. Continue for about half a mile, keeping left at the fork. The entrance for Birch Farm can be found by keeping right when the road bends around to the left. Viewing Viewing by prior appointment only with Knight Frank.