Houghtons East Harting • WEst sussEx Houghtons East Harting, Petersfield, West sussex, gu31 5Lu an exceptional renovation opportunity, in an unspoilt location, with stunning views of the south Downs South Harting - 1 mile Petersfield - 5.5 miles (London Waterloo 66 minutes) Midhurst - 7.5 miles Chichester - 12 miles Haslemere - 16 miles (London Waterloo 56 minutes) London - 60 miles (Distances and times are approximate) accommodation and amenities Hall ◆ Sitting/Dining room ◆ Conservatory ◆ Kitchen ◆ WC ◆ Cellar Three bedrooms ◆ Bathroom Garage ◆ Studio/Games room ◆ Mature gardens ◆ Paddock In all approximately 4.293 acres situation ◆ Houghtons, which is unlisted, occupies a magnificent position in East Harting with stunning views of the South Downs and the surrounding countryside. East Harting sits on the West Sussex/Hampshire border, in the South Downs National Park, and is one of the most sought-after and unspoilt hamlets within the south of England. The nearby village of South Harting provides a highly-regarded village shop, a post office, hair dressing salon and the popular public house The White Hart Inn. To the west is the popular town of Petersfield which has a mainline station providing access into London Waterloo in 66 minutes. To the east is the town of Midhurst and to the south is the cathedral city of Chichester. The A3 at Petersfield, which is within easy reach, provides direct access to both London and the South Coast, as well as the national motorway network and the international airports of Gatwick, Heathrow and Southampton. Journey times on the A3 have been greatly improved since the opening of the Hindhead tunnel in 2011. ◆ Within the area there is an excellent range of schools including Ditcham Park between South Harting and Petersfield, Churcher’s College and Bedales at Petersfield, Westbourne House at Chichester, Seaford College near Petworth, Highfield and Brookham at Liphook and Amesbury, The Royal School and St Edmund’s at Hindhead. ◆ Sporting facilities are excellent, with racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, polo at Cowdray Park and sailing at Chichester Harbour. One of the other key benefits of this wonderful location is the extensive array of footpaths and bridleways that the immediate countryside has to offer, many of which can be accessed directly from Houghtons. the Property ◆ Houghtons, which comes to the market for the first time in 28 years, provides the most wonderful opportunity for the incoming purchaser to acquire a much-loved home, in need of some renovation, in a truly spectacular setting. There is great potential for development into a substantial family house, subject to the usual planning consents. ◆ On the ground floor, there is a good-sized kitchen, a large sitting/dining room with an open fireplace at its heart, as well as a conservatory which provides a delightful place to sit and enjoy the stunning far- reaching views. On the second floor there are two double bedrooms, a single bedroom and a good-sized bathroom. Throughout the property, Houghtons has a delightful feeling of natural light. Outside Reception approximate gross internal Floor area ◆ House: 155.0 sq m / 1668 sq ft Houghtons sits in mature and well-established gardens which are Bedroom host to an array of mature shrubs and trees as well as a large pond. Outbuildings: 43.8 sq m / 472 sq ft Immediately adjoining the gardens, there is a large paddock which Bathroom provides a superb set up for anybody with an interest in horses or Kitchen/Utility ponies. Within the grounds there is also a detached garage as well as a Storage studio/games room. ◆ From the grounds at Houghtons, one can enjoy the most spectacular, peaceful surroundings, with stunning views of the South Downs as well as far-reaching westerly views to the distant West Sussex and Hampshire countryside. ◆ There may be a small amount of further land available to purchase. services We are advised by our clients that the property has mains water, electricity and drainage with oil-fi red central heating. Viewings All viewings are strictly by prior appointment with Knight Frank. Local authority Chichester District Council – 01243 785 166 Directions (gu31 5Lu) From London, proceed south on the A3 past Guildford towards Petersfi eld. Leave the A3 signposted A272 and Petersfi eld. At the roundabout take the turning signed A272 to Midhurst and Sheet. After approximately 0.1 miles turn right into Pullens Lane, signposted South Harting. Continue for about ground Floor First Floor 2 miles until the T junction and turn left to South Harting. Follow this road (B2146) and upon entering the village turn left signposted towards Elsted and This plan is for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact. Attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the brochure. then follow the road round to the right , leaving the village.Continue on this road for approximately 0.6 miles and turn left onto East Harting Street where the road splits after the duck pond. Turn into Holist lane (left hand fork) and Houghtons will be found after a short distance on your left hand side. Fixtures and Fittings Only those mentioned in these sales particular are included in the sale. All other items, such as fi tted carpets, curtains, light fi ttings, garden ornaments etc., are specifi cally excluded but may be made available by separate negotiation. important notice: 1. Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Knight Frank LLP in the particulars or by word of 01428 770560 mouth or in writing (“information”) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Knight Frank LLP nor any joint agent has any authority to make any 1 West street, Haslemere representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s). 2. Photos etc: The photographs surrey gu27 2aB show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. 3. Regulations etc: Any reference to [email protected] alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer or lessee must fi nd out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. 4. VAT: The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice. KnightFrank.co.uk Details produced: June 2015. Photographs taken: June 2015. Kingfi sher Print and Design. 01803 867087..