About this property

This charming detached period residence is believed to date from the Edwardian era and offers a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented country home set in a highly desirable rural location within the South Downs National Park on a quiet lane within easy reach of the nearby historic market town of Petersfield.

The property has been thoughtfully maintained and enhanced by the current owners, resulting in a particularly well appointed and versatile arrangement of accommodation ideally suited to modern family living, multi-generational occupation or income potential. Throughout, the property displays a thoughtful balance of period character and modern convenience, resulting in a home that is both stylish and comfortable.
At the heart of the house lies a superb fitted kitchen/breakfast room, finished to an excellent standard and providing an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. This is complemented by a well proportioned sitting room featuring a wood burner, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, with a study conveniently positioned just off, perfect for home working. Further ground floor accommodation includes a useful utility room with separate cloakroom, along with an exceptional self-contained guest suite comprising a bedroom with ensuite shower room, kitchenette and its own sitting area, offering excellent potential as an Airbnb or private annexe for relatives.
To the first floor, the spacious principal bedroom suite forms a particular feature, enjoying both an ensuite bathroom and separate ensuite shower room together with an adjoining dressing room. There are three additional well sized guest bedrooms served by a family bathroom, all presented to a high standard consistent with the rest of the house.

Outside
The gardens and grounds extend to just over 1.3 acres and are an undoubted highlight, extending to the rear of the house is a most attractive south-facing formal garden enjoying a high degree of privacy and a delightful open aspect. A level lawn is bordered by mature hedging, shrubs and colourful flower beds, creating a peaceful and established setting. A terrace runs along the back of the house, providing an ideal space for outdoor seating and entertaining, with a dedicated barbecue area perfectly positioned to take advantage of the sunny orientation on the lawn. To the front, a generous parking area is accompanied by an adjoining timber garden store, offers excellent scope for conversion to a triple garage subject to the necessary planning permissions. Beyond the private driveway lies a further area of garden including productive vegetable plots and a small section of woodland, enhancing the property’s rural appeal.
The setting is truly enviable, with lovely views towards the South Downs enjoyed from both the house and gardens, and direct access onto nearby rural footpaths providing miles of scenic walks. Despite its idyllic and peaceful location, the property remains conveniently accessible, with good connections to the A272 and the market town of Petersfield, from where the A3 provides onward links to London and the south coast. Overall, this is a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully presented home in an exceptional countryside setting.

Situation
Nestled within the charming South Downs countryside, Rogate enjoys convenient access to an excellent selection of nearby amenities and vibrant market towns. To the west, the thriving market town of Petersfield, approximately 4.8 miles away, boasts an array of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and a Waitrose supermarket, as well as a mainline railway station offering direct services to London Waterloo from around 71 minutes. The picturesque town of Midhurst lies just 6.4 miles to the east and offers a delightful mix of independent retailers, including a traditional bakery, butcher and greengrocer, alongside two supermarkets. Just beyond, the highly regarded Cowdray Farm Shop in Easebourne provides a superb selection of local produce. Haslemere, situated 10.2 miles distant, provides further rail connections to London from approximately 54 minutes. The area is particularly renowned for its outstanding leisure pursuits, with polo at Cowdray Park, horse racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, golf at Cowdray, Pulborough and Liphook, and sailing along the South Coast from Chichester Harbour, Bosham and Itchenor, offering a superb lifestyle for both relaxation and recreation.

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Additional information

• South Downs National Park location
• South facing with far reaching views
• 5 Bedrooms
• 4 Bathrooms (3 en-suite)
• 3 Reception rooms
• Kitchen/breakfast room
• Annexe to main house
• Grounds and gardens of approximately 1.3 acres
• Spacious car parking area
• Large timber frame garden store

Key information

Council Tax Band: G

Tenure: Freehold