Sussex barn conversion for sale in Ashington, West Sussex near Billingshurst
16th Century Grade II listed oak framed Sussex Barn, converted to a spacious four bedroom property and set in grounds of half an acre on the outskirts of the village of Ashington in West Sussex, within commuting distance of London
A most attractive 16th Century Grade II listed oak framed period Sussex Barn.
It comprises four bedrooms (arranged in three units), full height drawing room with two Waggon- ways, dining room, galleried study / reception room , kitchen / breakfast room with Aga, one bathroom, two shower rooms, dressing room and a triple bay garage which includes an artist studio.
Location
The barn is situated in a semi-rural location on the northern outskirts of Ashington Village. The A24 Ashington bypass gives fast access to surrounding areas including Gatwick Airport. Billingshurst Station is approximately six miles away and Horsam is 10 miles distant, both providing excellent and fast access to central London.
The immediate vicinity offers two golf courses; The Royal West Sussex at Pulborough and also West Chiltington. The location is excellent for sailing at Chichester Harbour and the Solent ; and well provided with racing from both Goodwood and Fontwell Park. Polo is played within 1.5 miles of the Barn at Knepp Castle and also at Cowdray Park.
Accommodation
Ground floor
Drawing room (36' x 26'5" /10.97m x 8m)
A beautifully light room with wood burning stove, period style radiators and thermostats. Low voltage down and up lights. Chandelier and downlights on dimmer system for snug area. Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. Electronic security system.
Dining room (26' x 11'4" / 7.9m x 3.5m)
Low voltage down lights, terracota tiled floor, period style radiator and thermostat. Also seperate seating area. Stairs leading from north end to bedroom two.
Kitchen / breakfast room (25'5"x 8'7" / 7.75m x 2.60m).
Aga 4 oven gas fired, substantial Samsung fridge freezer, fitted oak units, vauled ceiling with exposed timbers, terracota tiles.
Rear hall features painted floor tiles.
Bedroom three with en suite (13'2" x 12' / 4.02m x 3.66m)
TV and telephone point, three wall lights and views to courtyard. Door to bedroom four.
Bedroom four (13'3" x 9'9") three wall lights and view to courtyard.
Rear lobby - terracota floor, plumbing for washing machine and tumble drier (vented into courtyard).
Bedroom one (17' x 12' / 3.66m x 2.6m) includes four double hanging wardrobes and 22 shelved cupboards. Three double radiators and thermostats.
Dressing room (12' x 8'5" / 3.66m x 2.58m)
En suite shower room with Victorian style suite and large tiled shower area. Terracota tiled floor.
First Floor
Galleried study / reception room (19'9" x 13'9" / 6.02m x 4.19m) overlooking the drawing room. Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams.
Bedroom two (15'6"x 11'6" /4.72m x 3.51m) with en suite shower room, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. Radiator and thermostat.
Outside
A mature and delightful south facing garden of approximately 0.5 acres.
This includes a courtyard garden, a seperate terrace (York and Indian stone) and a stream.
Triple bay garage including artist studio (26'10" x 15'9" / 8.16m x 4.80m).
Five bar gate operated manually or electrically as required.
Gardens facing south.
