Empshott Lodge , Liss,

A substantial Victorian family house set in lovely mature gardens with long distance views Features • Porch Outside • Entrance hall • Loggia • Library • Log store • Family room • Mature landscaped gardens • Drawing room • Paddock of approximately 4.2 (1.70 ha) • Kitchen/dining room • In all about 6.43 acres (2.60 ha) • Cloakroom • Utility room • Pantry • Larder • Cellars • Studio/office • Conservatory • Car port • Garage • External storage First Floor • Master bedroom suite with bathroom, shower room & dressing room • 2 further double bedrooms • Family bathroom Second Floor • Double bedroom (4) with shower room en suite • 3 further double bedrooms • Single bedroom (8) • Bathroom • Box room The Property Empshott Lodge, which is not Listed, was believed to have been built in 1860 on the site of Chases Farm. It was built for Colonel Butler to a design by the Winchester Cathedral Architect, John Colson, who designed a number of churches and vicarages. It is built in the Elizabethan style, over three floors with Stone and red brick dressings under tiled roofs. Particularly notable are the original doors, staircase and joinery and the Elizabethan style chimneys which have just been repaired. The property oozes charm and character and the well proportioned rooms provide spacious, flexible accommodation. Gardens and Grounds Empshott Lodge is approached over a long gravelled drive to a large parking area at the front of the house. The formal gardens have wonderful mature trees, among them a Wellingtonia, a Cut Leaved Beech, Scots Pine and a rare Spanish Chestnut. There are also shrubs, flower borders and beech hedging. A Yorkstone terrace on the southern side of the house takes in the beautiful views, with steps leading down to an area of flat lawn, one side of which is carpeted with spring flowers nestling beneath the trees. To the east of the house is an attractive loggia providing a perfect view of the paddock and it takes full advantage of the breath-taking long distance views. A ‘Ha Ha’ divides the 4 acre paddock from the house. Further round the house is a grass tennis court and a further area of garden. The Location Empshott is an ancient farming settlement situated 2 miles south of Selborne in the Hangers of in the South Downs National Park. Whilst there is no longer a shop, there is a village hall and a 12th Century church.

The surrounding area has much to offer with Polo at Cowdray Park, racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, golf at Cowdray Park, Goodwood, Pulborough and , motor racing at the Goodwood circuit and sailing out of Chichester Harbour and other centres along the South Coast. There are many footpaths and bridleways in the area for walking and riding. By Road • London 53 miles • Liss 3 miles • Alton 6 miles • 6 miles • Midhurst 14.5 miles • Guildford 24 miles

The villages of and Greatham are both 2 miles distant, Greatham has a Nursery and a Primary School and Hawkley has a Montessori Nursery, a pretty village green and the popular ‘Hawkley Inn’. The Hangers Way is a 21 mile walking route which has been divided into 8 sections and can be joined in Empshott, making it ideal for long country walks. The thriving town of Petersfield is close by and has a wide range of shops, two supermarkets, restaurants and a leisure centre whilst the mainline stations at Petersfield, Alton and Liss provide a fast service to London Waterloo. Guildford, Winchester and Chichester are within easy reach and have more extensive shopping and leisure facilities. The A3 provides fast access to London, the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Southampton airports.

By Rail • Petersfield to London (Waterloo) from 63 minutes • Alton to London (Waterloo) from 67 minutes • Liss to London (Waterloo) from 71 minutes Schools • Highfield 7 miles • Bedales 6 miles • Bohunt 6 miles • Alton College 6 miles • Churchers 6 miles Property Information Post Code: GU33 6HS Services: We have been advised by our clients that the property has mains water and electricity, oil fired central heating, oil fired Aga and private drainage (soak away). None of the services have been tested. Fixtures, Fittings & Garden Statuary: Only such items as are mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale. Others may be available under separate negotiation with the vendors. Local Authority: East Hampshire District Council Tenure: Freehold Tax Band: H Photographs: Taken summer 2015 and spring 2016 Viewing: All viewings are strictly by appointment with Jackson-Stops & Staff, Midhurst 01730 812357. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to view the property.

Directions From Midhurst, take the A272 towards From London, take the A3 south, go past Petersfield. At the roundabout take the second Guildford and on through the Hindhead Tunnel. At exit onto the A3 slip road. Keep right at the fork the roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the B3006 and merge onto the A3. Proceed on the A3 for signed to Selborne. After about 1.5 miles turn left about 4 miles and take the first exit at the onto Church Lane and the entrance to Empshott roundabout signed to Selborne. After about Lodge will be found on the right hand side. 1.5 miles turn left onto Church Lane and the entrance to Empshott Lodge will be found on the right hand side.

For illustrative purposes only

This Plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey Map with the sanction of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office. Crown Copyright reserved. (ES100033380). This Plan is published for the convenience of Purchasers only. Its accuracy is not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. NOT TO SCALE.

Important Notice Jackson-Stops & Staff, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or 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 are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents and Jackson-Stops & Staff have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Measured in accordance with RICS guidelines. Every Approx. Gross Internal Area: 5150 sq ft 478.4 sq metres (excludes restricted head height / outbuilding) attempt is made to ensure accuracy, however all measurements are approximate. This floor plan is for illustrative purposes only and is not to scale.

Bathroom

Master Bedroom 19'10 (6.05) Dressing Room x 15'10 (4.83) Wine Cellar 12'10 (3.91) x 7' (2.13) max Library 14'9 (4.50) Drawing Room x 11'10 (3.61) 19'9 (6.02) Up x 15'9 (4.80) WC Bathroom

Cellar 15'1 (4.60) x 14'4 (4.37) Up Hall FRONT Bedroom 3 Bedroom 2 14'7 (4.45) max 19'10 (6.05) Down x 14'4 (4.37) max Up x 15'9 (4.80) Lower Ground Floor

Kitchen / Family Room Dining Room 14' (4.27) 20'5 (6.22) max x 13'11 (4.24) x 19'10 (6.05) max First Floor Down

Box Bedroom 7 Loggia Conservatory Room 14'5 (4.39) 22'4 (6.81) Bedroom 4 x 12'11 (3.94) Utility Pantry Larder Studio x 8'1 (2.46) Carport 15'10 (4.83) max 21'11 (6.68) 20'5 (6.22) x 13'8 (4.17) max x 14'1 (4.29) x 18'4 (5.59) Ground Floor Bedroom 8 13' (3.96) x 8'2 (2.49)

Energy Efficiency Rating Garage 16'11 (5.16) Storage Bedroom 6 x 16'8 (5.08) 14'9 (4.50) 12'5 (3.78) Bedroom 5 Down x 14'8 (4.47) Denotes restricted x 6'10 (2.08) 14'11 (4.55) max head height x 14'7 (4.45) max 68

35 Outbuilding Second Floor Midhurst 01730 812357 [email protected] Market Square, Midhurst, West Sussex GU29 9NJ jackson-stops.co.uk