DUMBRELLS Sayers Common | Hassocks | West Sussex | BN6 9HE

Fine & Country Brighton & Hove

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DumfrellsDUMBRELLS “This is such an idyllic place to live,” continues Nick, “and the grounds are an absolute haven for wildlife.”

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In BriefWith endless potential for further development (subject to consents) this property is a real investment opportunity. Located on the edge of the charming residential village of Sayers Common, this substantial mid-Sussex farmhouse, together with a four bedroom Grooms Cottage, original granary, five stables and a spectacular Sussex Barn, sits on an impressive 10.7 acres of beautiful countryside. The Sixteenth Century farmhouse was extended in the ‘70s to its current size and layout and is impeccably presented, forming a perfect example of traditional architectural features perfectly juxtaposed alongside urban style décor and contemporary fixtures. Recently refurbished by its current owner the property is now a blank canvass for some inspired interior creativity. The setting is enviable, boasting three ponds, paddocks, an orchard and breathtaking views from all perspectives.

As part of a village with some very old cottages at its heart, Hickstead showground as a neighbour and with excellent road and transport links to the city of Brighton and Hove and the capital, the location couldn’t be any better, offering idyllic country aesthetics with convenient access to the epicentres of city living. The nearby village of Hassocks and towns of Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath offer a broad range of shops, restaurants, bars and amenities; the surrounding countryside teases with amazing walks and scenery and the coast with all of its attractions is a few miles south. Local schools are excellent and the sought after private schools of overview

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Hustpierpoint and Brighton College are easily accessible. This amazing property with its stunning grounds and satellite buildings is a dream opportunity; an impressive home with potential for further development subject to consents to make it even more so and if the equestrian world is your leaning the possibilities are endless.

In More DetailFarmhouseA tree-lined private driveway leads from the road up to the main farmhouse, passing the Grooms cottage and additional farm buildings on the way, stopping opposite a sweet duck pond. From the exterior the farmhouse is an attractive building, originally constructed in the Sixteenth Century then sensitively developed in the 1970s to its present size. The house is accessed via a flag stone path and steps to the main front door which forms part of an enclosed entrance porch. From the lobby the entrance hall opens up into the ground floor of the house. Fostering a variety of textures and natural materials the interior of this property is inspired by the exterior, the woods, slate and brick surfaces presenting a warm ambience to an otherwise large airy ground floor space. The beauty of the natural fabric of the building together with its historic charm and light flooded interior, creates a dynamic atmosphere of sensation and energy.

Immediately to the right of the entrance hall a generously proportioned dining room offers a perfect setting for family meals and social occasions. This room boasts an impressive exposed brick inglenook fireplace with stone hearth, copper chimney and exposed wood beam mantel as well as a stunning parquet floor. Behind the current fireplace the original 16th Century version lies pretty much intact. The original, beautifully chamfered, exposed oak beamed ceiling presents an elegant edge to a room that is both stylish and welcoming. A door from the dining room leads directly through into the exposed brick conservatory, a space where light is maximised due to its glazed construction and contemporary skylights. A patterned tiled floor adds depth to the otherwise neutral interior which cleverly enhances the scenic views over the open farmland and to the granary. Double glazing ensures this sensational space is kept warm in winter and in the summer months double doors to the rear gardens can be thrown open letting in the fresh smells of the outdoors. With the seasonally changing landscape as a backdrop this space is truly inspirational. step inside

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The drawing room situated at the rear of the farmhouse can be accessed both via the main hallway and the conservatory. This impressive and extensive, triple aspect room is a prime example of natural fabrications in the notable original exposed oak beams and the magnificent focal feature inglenook fireplace with its slate hearth, exposed brick, cast iron fire basket and copper chimney. Painted dazzling white with cream carpeting, this room enjoys an abundance of natural light whilst still retaining a warmth from the rustic woods. A perfect place to relax and enjoy the wonderful views to the grounds or to play the impressive piano which is being left behind. It even boasts its own wine cupboard!

To the left of the main hallway a door leads through to the kitchen/breakfast room and to a space where old school meets modernity. Painted white with neutral tiles and fitted with an extensive range of oak style wall and base units the marriage of white and wood works perfectly, creating a rustic, natural feel emphasised by the exposed oak ceiling beams and the wood block surface of the central island. Functionality is guaranteed with all appliances integrated and all needs catered for. Dual aspect windows flood the space with light and provide views to the paddocks and a shelved larder adds real farmhouse charm.

To complete this ground floor space there are two further perfectly appointed functional rooms; a sizeable dual aspect utility area with free standing oil fired boiler, nostalgic butler sink, plenty of storage and a useful side door to the garden plus an exceptionally large cloakroom.

First FloorThe upper level of the property is accessed from the main entrance hall via a magnificent wood staircase complete with a secret safe. On the upper storey the three double bedrooms and master bedroom suite run off a spacious landing area, striking both in its expansive footprint as well as the detail of exposed wood beams and walk-in eaves storage.

The master suite is creatively laid out to encompass a dressing area and an extensive sleep space lending the room a wonderful authority. In addition to generous space, the main bedroom area enjoys the ease of built in wardrobes and triple aspect views across the gardens and open countryside, truly inspiring on a spring morning when birdsong is your alarm clock! A newly fitted en suite shower room boasts a double glass and chrome shower unit and white contemporary sanitary ware, imparting the room with a real freshness.

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This handsome farmhouse, the original

part of which is thought to date back to the

16th Century, sits in an attractive, rural location

just moments from the thriving town of

Burgess Hill. The property has been in

the current owner’s family for almost four

decades, and over the years has been greatly

extended and, more recently, beautifully

renovated, transforming it into the spacious and

immaculately presented family home it is today.

vendor’s

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“There has been an awful lot of work done to the house in the past couple of years,” says Nick. “It has been

rewired, a new central heating system has been installed, the

bathrooms have been completely refurbished, and the entire house

has been redecorated; the living room actually took around two

months to paint because of its size.”

insight

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The renovations have been carried out in a sympathetic manner, with

great care being taken to preserve and enhance the wealth of original features that

are peppered throughout.

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The Grooms Cottage, which is wonderfully spacious and beautifully presented, boasts a large, open plan kitchen and living area as

well as four bedrooms and a bathroom. “At the same time as doing the main house I had the cottage completely renovated,” says Nick,

“So it too is in great condition. It’s completely separate from the house, so the possibilities for its use are endless.”

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The three further bedrooms enjoy rural views, two of them dual aspect, together with exposed wood beam ceilings and built in storage, with bedroom three having an exposed feature oak beamed wall indicating the end wall of the original farmhouse. The bedrooms share the family bathroom which is fitted with a glossy, white contemporary suite made stylishly chic with contrasting grey tiled flooring.

There is a consistency and cohesion throughout this home, made possible by the natural woods and textures coalescing with the white décor, pulling everything together into a harmonious whole.

External LandscapeOutside of the property the 10.7 acres of land are simply stunning. Formal lawned gardens surround the property on all sides with stone and brick steps leading up to a further lawned area. The exterior also boasts three ponds, a small orchard and gateways leading through to 2.5 acres of paddocks in addition to a buried well!

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OutbuildingsSet within the grounds there is a second residential property comprising a four bedroom Grooms Cottage adjoining a beautiful original oak Sussex timber barn and two stable buildings and overlooking one of the duck ponds. The Sussex barn has a clay tiled roof with breath-taking full height vaulted ceiling and twin opening oak doors to both sides. Constructed with old ships timbers it’s a stunning example of its type. Although attached to the cottage it is currently used as a garage and store, however could very easily be developed into extended accommodation for the cottage subject to any necessary regulations and consent. The same goes for the two stable buildings. There are three additional stables opposite the cottage which could be developed into a three car garage. Alternatively the stables could be used for purpose for an equestrian enthusiast. An original granary completes the picture.

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on (01273) 739911.

Grooms CottageAs it currently stands the recently refurbished Grooms cottage forms a four bedroom residence accessed via a covered entrance porch where the front door leads into the open plan living/kitchen space. The kitchen area is fitted with a range of cream fronted units with double oven range and space for appliances. The living room is a relaxed space with attractive views over the grounds. Stairs lead up to a landing space with far reaching views over the open country side and beyond. Four sizeable double bedrooms occupy the upper level, two with expansive views. The bedrooms enjoy the convenience of the newly fitted contemporary family bathroom. There is an additional loft space which could be utilised to extend the property if required.

This stunning farmhouse together with its Grooms cottage, stables and original Sussex barn and granary, set amidst 11 acres of beautiful Sussex countryside is an amazing opportunity for a family looking to live the idyllic country lifestyle. Make this small estate your dream destination, the possibilities are endless.

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DUMBRELLSDumbrells is a stunning property that sits in an enviable location, and one that offers prospective buyers a unique opportunity to own a rural idyll with a plethora of possibilities.

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