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LEWIS LODGE DUNCTON, WEST SUSSEX LEWIS LODGE DUNCTON, WEST SUSSEX Historic family home in exclusive country park location Mileages Petworth: 4 miles; Chichester 12 miles Haslemere Station 14 miles; Brighton 29 miles Gatwick Airport 35 miles (All mileages are approximate) 5-7 bedrooms, 5 en suite bath/shower rooms Reception hall, cloakroom, drawing room Sitting/family room, study, games room/studio, gym/beds 6-7 New open-plan kitchen/dining room, utility/laundry room Triple garage and enclosed courtyard, spacious forecourt Sun terrace, private landscaped gardens and woodland Communal tennis court Extensive communal grounds Amounting in all to about 2 acres (0.8094 ha) DIRECTIONS From London or Guildford, follow A3 south to Milford and exit onto A283 and continue to Petworth. Proceed through the town centre bearing right at first T junction and then follow A285 towards Duncton and Chichester. Continue for 3 miles to Duncton village where the entrance to Burton Park will be found on the left hand side. Enter between wrought iron gates and follow the main drive through the park passing the drive to the mansion on the right and continue for a further 0.5 mile to Lodge Green. On entering the green, as the road bears left the white painted Lewis Lodge will be found on the right hand side. SITUATION Lewis Lodge enjoys an enviable and secluded location within the hundred acre (approx) Burton Park estate at the foot of the South Downs and within the boundaries of the National Park. Residents of the delightful enclave that is Lodge Green benefit from unrestricted access to the surrounding extensive grounds and it is difficult to imagine a more idyllic location in which to live. The nearby town of Petworth is a well-known antique centre and also home to the beautiful National Trust property Petworth House. Here may be found a good range of convenience and speciality shopping for daily needs and a coffee or tasty snack in one of several pubs and tea shops. More extensive shopping facilities can be found in the nearby towns of Pulborough and Haslemere or the Cathedral City of Chichester. For the commuter, access to the A3 can be gained at Milford while the railway stations at Pulborough and Haslemere provide rail services to both London Victoria and Waterloo respectively. Good schools in the area include the prep schools of Westbourne House and The Prebendal School in Chichester, and Great Ballard in Eartham, while notable public schools locally are Seaford College, Cranleigh, Christ’s Hospital and Kind Edwards at Witley. Recreational opportunities are many and varied. There is golf at a number of clubs in the area including Petworth, Chiddingfold and Cowdray Park. There is polo at Midhurst, racing at Goodwood and Fontwell Park, sailing at Chichester and flying at Goodwood. The world famous motor sport events at Goodwood include the Festival of Speed, the Revival Meeting as well as club and track days for those keen to drive themselves. In addition, the surrounding countryside provides ample opportunity for walking and riding. DESCRIPTION With origins dating to the 16th century, the Burton Park estate has had mixed fortunes including two major fires that destroyed the mansion. This resulted in the present house we see today and the ancillary estate accommodation that is now Lodge Green; of which Lewis Lodge, dating from 1897, is the former stables. Intriguingly, Lewis Lodge was also the 6th form accommodation when Burton Park was a private girls school between 1949 and 1993. While retaining its attractive Arts and Crafts exterior style this spacious and interestingly laid out home has been the subject of significant refurbishment and modernisation in recent years to provide the comfortable and efficient family home we see today. Key features of the property include the principal living area where the spacious and welcoming drawing room benefits from a cosy wood-burning stove and French doors to the south-facing garden and sun terrace. In an attractive modern semi open-plan arrangement with the drawing room we find the superbly appointed kitchen/ dining room that also enjoys access to the terrace and lovely garden views. The state of the art kitchen is equipped with top of the range Miele appliances, American style fridge-freezer and an island work station incorporating a convenient breakfast bar. Further ground floor accommodation includes a generous TV/family room and study. This uniquely flexible property is currently arranged to provide 5 en suite bedrooms with gymnasium, games room and studio but could easily provide up to seven bedrooms if required. The accommodation of Lewis Lodge is flexible and well laid out and is illustrated on the floor plans included in this brochure. GARDENS AND GROUNDS SERVICES In addition to benefitting from use of the surrounding Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. parkland, Lewis Lodge enjoys its own magnificent Oil-fired central heating – part underfloor. landscaped garden and grounds. These comprise a Sonos integrated audio in main living areas. full-width paved sun terrace that is a perfect sun-trap whilst enjoying a high level of privacy and is ideal for both POSTAL ADDRESS relaxation and summer dining. Well planted and maintained Lewis Lodge, 17, Lodge Green, Burton Park, Duncton, beds and borders adjoin the terrace to provide year round West Sussex GU28 0LH colour and interest. The remainder of the grounds are laid to lawn that slopes gently away to a lovely sylvan backdrop LOCAL AUTHORITY of mature trees. Chichester District Council There are two points of access from the road. One being FIXTURES & FITTINGS immediately to the spacious west-facing forecourt. This Certain fixtures & fittings such as the fitted carpets, curtains, provides ample space for the parking and turning of light fittings and garden statuary are specifically excluded several cars. The second access is to the east of the house from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation. via timber gates to an enclosed courtyard adjoining the triple garage and is ideal for secure longer term parking. VIEWING In all about 2 acres (0.8094 ha).not checked Strictly by appointment with Savills. Approximate Gross Internal Area: Main House: 441.9 sq.m. / 4757 sq.ft. Garage: 47.8 sq.m. / 514 sq.ft. Limited Use Area: 45.7 sq.m. / 492 sq.ft. Total: 535.4 sq.m. / 5763 sq.ft. IMPORTANT NOTICE: SAVILLS PETWORTH Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on Exchange House, their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or Petworth, contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and Surrey GU28 0BF are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment 01798 345 970 or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 19/05/30 AD Kingfisher Print and Design Ltd. 01803 867087. [email protected].