Blackgate Lane, Henfield

When approaching the property you are struck by its charming aesthetics and feeling of grandeur typical of its era. Upon entering the house you are welcomed into a bright hallway decorated in neutral tones and original floorboards. The first room you come to is the principal living room, complete with high ceilings, wood-burning stove, picture rail, and double glazed bay sash windows. A second reception room with a feature fireplace creates an excellent room for formal dining or could be knocked through for a more open plan feel. At the rear of the ground floor is a spacious and modern kitchen finished with shaker-style cupboards. A later extension on the original property provides further space for dining with views over the rear garden. The first-floor accommodation comprises; master bedroom with a bay window, fitted wardrobes, and another feature fireplace. A further double bedroom with views of the Southdowns over rooftops. An oversized shower room with walk-in shower and separate WC. The converted loft space with Velux windows and eaves storage makes for an excellent third bedroom, nursery, or home office.

Located within walking distance of the High Street, Henfield village is largely self-sufficient with a highly respected primary school, modern medical centre, leisure centre, bowls and tennis clubs together with all the usual amenities you would expect from a large village. Bordering the South Downs National Park, Henfield is famous for its old railway line which now forms a wonderful conduit for walking, cycling and horse riding. The nearest main line rail service to London is Hassocks (7.5 miles) with regular trains to Brighton, Gatwick airport, Victoria and London Bridge. The A23 is about 5 miles connecting to the M25 in about 30 minutes with the A24 accessible via West Grinstead at about 5.5 miles. The market town of Horsham is about 20 minutes by car with Brighton and the coast a similar journey time to the south