The Round House Brighton Road Woodmancote Nr Henfield West Sussex BN5 9ST

THE ROUND HOUSE A very appealing individual detached residence with many quality features including a south facing sun deck enjoying downland views set in large gardens with triple garage and ample parking.

In a very private setting with mature south facing gardens and some lovely Downland views the property has many fine features. The property is situated in the delightful and highly regarded semi-rural hamlet of Woodmancote on the outskirts of Henfield village which has a vibrant community with a High Street of shops and inns together with churches, library, leisure centre, modern medical centre and primary school. Mainline stations are available at Hassocks, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and Brighton, whilst the A24 and A23 are easily accessible giving access to the M23 and Gatwick Airport. There are a number of popular private schools within easy reach such as Hurstpierpoint College, Burgess Hill School For Girls and Lancing College. Theatres are available at Brighton and Chichester whilst there are excellent sporting and recreational facilities in the area including golf at Singing Hills, the Dyke and Mannings Heath, show jumping at Hickstead, racing at Goodwood, Brighton, Plumpton and Fontwell, whilst the South Downs National Park provides many miles of beautiful walks and bridle paths. the coast is about 8 miles distant.

The Round House is a property built to capture the style of the Arts & Crafts movement whilst having a mood of a luxury ocean liner. The property is very well presented and in recent years the bathrooms have all undergone refurbishment. The accommodation is light and spacious and from the first floor Landing/Study Area there is a fantastic deck with railings from which you can admire the lovely Downland views and enjoy the Summer sun. The stunning Lounge with a wall of windows and doors has a woodburner for those Winter evenings. Large South Facing Gardens Views towards the South Downs First Floor Sun Deck facing South Fantastic South Facing Lounge with Woodburner Poggenpohl Kitchen/Dining Room Snug Master Bedroom Suite with Luxury Shower Room Three Further Bedrooms Two Further Bathrooms (one on ground floor and one on first floor) Triple Garage Block and Large Driveway Approached vie Electric Gates

Step inside The Round House From the moment you enter through the bespoke front door the eye leads you through an Entrance Porch with double doors to a Hall which has double doors to the fabulous Lounge with its wall of windows and doors overlooking the garden with a feature wood burner and Snug/Study off with porthole window. To the front is a double aspect Kitchen/Dining Room with Poggenpohl units, Corian work surfaces, induction hob, extractor, double oven, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. There is a Utility Room off which houses the oil fired boiler and has a stable door to the garden. The wonderful Master Bedroom Suite is on the ground floor with a luxury En-Suite Shower Room. There is also a superb Shower Room by the stairs where you will find a tree trunk by the mahogany staircase which leads to a feature Landing with seating area flooded by natural light. From here you access the amazing Deck which enjoys delightful views towards the South Downs. There are 3 Double Bedrooms all with a different feel and a luxury Bathroom on the first floor.

Seller Insight After living in a highly contemporary property for several years, we were immediately attracted to The Round House and its offer of a unique living experience say the current owners of this superb character property. The prospect of living here excited the whole family; the use of natural materials and the traditional building methods employed in its design would provide the comfort and enjoyment we had been missing living in a modern home. Our teenage children loved the bedrooms - all double - roomy and unique, each offering its own attractive feature i.e. porthole windows, sloping ceilings, wood panelling, views of the South Downs. We commissioned a local craftsman to build and fit a bespoke front door and side panels in an Arts and Crafts style, say the owners, which creates a truly stunning entrance befitting to the property. We also commissioned the same carpenter to build and fit complementary workshop style doors to the triple garage, which also houses a single bay workshop. The garage has been fully refurbished, reroofed and partially boarded, offering generous storage options. Since moving in we have also undertaken the complete refurbishment of all three bathrooms, in order to improve the quality, style and functionality of each room the owners continue. All are fitted with high end porcelain fixtures, tiling and accessories, the work being carried out by the same tradesman for continuity and attention to detail. Although each room has an individual identity that enhances its own distinctive features, there is an unmistakeable cohesion between all three. The local area has such to offer too say the owners. Locally produced food and wine are in great supply, there are traditional pubs and restaurants as well of an abundance of farm shops that serve the best from the area. The South Downs National Park is a wonderful place to spend some time is and easily accessible from the pretty countryside village Woodmancote. Bustling Brighton is just a few miles away and we are fortuitous to have both available to suit the mood! Our teenagers have enjoyed the independence of using the local bus service to Horsham and Brighton: there are regular buses throughout the day and the bus stops are close by. We will miss the features of the Round House that make the property truly unique. In the heart of the house stands a tree trunk, from which mahogany steps unfurl, elevating you to the spacious and light filled landing above. From here you can relax and enjoy stunning views of the South Downs in all weathers. In the summer, the deck is the place to be found. This has been completely resurfaced and is water tight. Facing South West at the rear of the property, there is plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy the sun out here or to dine together whilst watching breath-taking sunsets. The views and experience seriously rival any exclusive holiday destination! The lounge is an amazing room that never fails to surprise and delight visitors to The Round House - no matter how often they have visited. Almond shaped and fully glazed along one curve, the room presents views of 180* across the back of the property, the eye is drawn down the long and secluded garden, of which you cannot see the end. The wood burning stove is a wonderful feature of the lounge, encouraging family members and friends to gather together, enjoying a convivial atmosphere We have held summer garden parties for 150 people here, complete with a jazz band, tables, seating and traditional garden games, with plenty of room for all with ample parking. The Round House really is a house for all seasons ; warm and welcoming in the autumn and winter, the features of the house enhanced by seasonal decoration. Christmas here is a particularly magical time. During the summer the house is filled with light and is bright and breezy, the landing and deck conjuring the feel of a luxury liner, complete with port hole windows! The mature garden is enveloped by trees and a stunning beech hedge; it is approx. 265ft long. It is a place to observe nature and the changing of the seasons, with an abundance of wildlife, including birds, foxes and even deer. The garden is laid mainly to lawn, with a generous entertaining area that can accommodate large dining furniture along with sun loungers, BBQ and fire pits. It is also possible to drive a vehicle along the side of the property to the back of the house. *

Step outside The Round House The property is approached via electric timber gates which give complete seclusion along with the brick wall to the front. A large gravelled driveway provides ample parking for numerous vehicles. There is a DETACHED TRIPLE GARAGE with bespoke doors and there are some mature shrubs in the front garden. A wide side garden leads around to the rear garden which is a particular feature. There is a large entertaining area adjacent to the lounge which enjoys a southerly aspect and from here the garden gently slopes away from the house with a mature beech hedge to one side. As you wander down the garden which is laid mainly to lawn interspersed with mature trees you feel as though you are really in the countryside as the vista is green and mature and towards the end of the garden is a wild area, the boundaries merging with the landscape. What the Agent Says "The gleaming arts and crafts style front door was a clue that I was going to fall in love with The Round House, an eclectic and stunning home which at times feels like an ocean liner with its porthole windows and first floor deck with delightful views. The Lounge is an amazing room and the bathrooms could certainly feature in an interior homes magazine!"

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 01.06.2017

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