Harbolets, Harbolets Road, West Chiltington, RH20 2LG

An exceptional Edwardian country house offering over 8,800 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation and outbuildings, all set within landscaped gardens, paddocks, and mature parkland grounds.

A private, gated driveway sweeps through the front gardens, leading to the elegant principal residence.

The main house dates from 1903 and extends to 4,658 sq ft and offers well-proportioned, light-filled rooms with high ceilings and large windows designed for both formal entertaining and comfortable family living.

The welcoming reception hall sets the tone for the home’s bright and airy feel.

An elegant drawing room flows seamlessly through double doors into a charming reception/sitting room, with further double doors opening into an octagonal conservatory.

From both the kitchen/breakfast room and the reception/sitting room, matching double doors lead to a delightful orangery, perfect for year-round enjoyment of the gardens.

Additional living spaces include a snug sitting room, a games room, and a home office with an adjoining shower room, which is also accessed independently from outside.

A well-fitted utility room is located off the rear hall. Upstairs, there are six bedrooms and three bathrooms, two of which have very well-appointed ensuite bathrooms.

The principal bedrooms all enjoy far-reaching views over the manicured grounds, and all are generously proportioned and filled with natural light.

The detached annexe building measures 1,218 sq ft and provides versatile space as a games room or party barn and comprises a spacious leisure room, kitchen, and a shower room.

The property’s other leisure facilities are equally impressive, featuring a superb detached indoor swimming pool with its own shower room, and two sets of bi-fold doors leading out to the adjoining sun-terraces.

There is a double garage of 615 sq ft. Outside The house is approached over a sweeping private drive and through secure electric gates.

There is a wide gravel parking and turning area to the front of the house.

As well as the garaging, the extensive outbuildings (2,315 sq ft) include a workshop, a garden office with internet, telephone, and water, and a stable block with six loose boxes, making the property highly suitable for equestrian use.

The gardens and grounds are a true highlight and thoughtfully landscaped to provide a series of outdoor “rooms” with paved sun terraces, ornamental ponds, and water features framed by richly planted borders.

A fine greenhouse lies beside a productive vegetable garden.

Sweeping lawns, dotted with many varieties of mature trees, and an orchard of apple pear, and plum trees, give way to well-fenced paddocks and grazing pasture. In all the grounds extend to 5.86 acres.

Situation Located on the edge of the village of West Chiltington, the immediate area features vineyards, ancient woodland, and picturesque bridleways.

This traditional village is well-connected to nearby towns and transport links.

At its heart, West Chiltington boasts a collection of charming period cottages, historic buildings, and the beautiful 13th-century parish church of St Mary’s, famed for its medieval wall paintings.

Everyday amenities are catered for with a well-stocked village shop, post office, and popular local pubs.

For leisure, the area is excellent for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders, with an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways, as well as a thriving tennis club and nearby golf courses.

Wine lovers will appreciate the award-winning vineyards on the doorstep, including Nutbourne and Nyetimber.

Families are drawn to the area for its highly regarded primary school and proximity to outstanding secondary schools and colleges, both state and independent.

Local events, fairs and clubs provide a vibrant social calendar.

Despite its rural feel, West Chiltington is within easy reach of Pulborough (approximately 3 miles), offering direct train services to London Victoria taking from around 75 minutes.

The A24 and A272 provide swift road connections to the south coast, Horsham, and Gatwick Airport.

Property Ref Number: Ham-60315 Additional Information Services: Mains water and electricity, Oil-fired central heating, Private drainage to septic tank. Fast fibre broadband.

Local Authority - Horsham District Council. Council Tax Band H.