Nortons Cottage

Albourne | West Sussex

Nortons Cottage
Albourne | West Sussex
Burgess Hill about 5 miles, Horsham about 14 miles, Brighton about 10 miles, Gatwick about 20 miles, London about 44 miles

A beautifully presented Grade II listed property, set in a conservation area with wonderfully landscaped gardens

Entrance hall | Kitchen | Sitting room | Dining room | Utility room | Study/bedroom 3 | Wet room | Two bedrooms | Family bath and shower room | Landscaped gardens | Garage

Situation
Situated approximately 1 mile west of the village of Hurstpierpoint, which includes a good selection of local shops, whilst more extensive amenities are available in nearby Burgess Hill to the north. There is a good mainline train service within 3 miles, offering a regular service to London, Gatwick and Brighton. The property is surrounded by some of the souths most picturesque countryside interspersed with numerous bridleways and footpaths leading to the South Downs National Park and beyond. There are fantastic recreation facilities in the area including horse racing at Plumpton and Brighton and golf in Hassocks, Albourne and Ditchling. An excellent selection of state and private sector schools in the area include Cumnor House, Hurstpierpoint College, Brighton College, Ardingly College and Cottesmore.

Nortons Cottage
Nortons Cottage is a beautifully presented Grade II listed property, believed to date back to the 16th century, set in a conservation area and has been sympathetically restored and extended to a high standard. The house offers an abundance of period features, including exposed beams throughout, red brick flooring from the entrance through to the bespoke fitted kitchen and a traditional inglenook fireplace in the sitting room. Additionally, there is wonderful oak flooring throughout the principle reception rooms with the extended part of the property enjoying a study/third bedroom and separate wet room together with under floor heating leading through to the dining room. The country style kitchen boasts triple aspect views, an Aga and a pretty box bay window with fitted seating. The first floor comprises two interconnecting bedrooms, one with ample built in storage and both enjoying views over the attractive rear garden. There is also a luxury family bathroom, with feature roll top bath and separate shower.

Set in an elevated position, centrally within the grounds, the gardens are particularly attractive. The rear is mainly laid to lawn with a slate terrace and there are a number of mature shrubs and trees, interspersed with spot lighting. Additionally there is a large decked area with seating and a gazebo, perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining. The front garden has landscaped lawns and a terrace area with French doors leading into the house.

Nortons Cottage
Gross Internal Area : 112.0 sq.m (1205 sq.ft.) (Excluding Garage)
Bedroom Bedroom 4.01m x 3.77m 13'0'' x 12'3'' 4.07m x 3.20m 13'3'' x 10'6''

Directions

Travel south out of Horsham on the A281, signposted Cowfold and Brighton. Upon reaching the mini roundabout, take the 1st exit towards a further roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto the A281, signposted Henfield. After about 3 miles turn left onto Wheatsheaf Road and continue forward onto the B2116. After a further 3 miles turn right onto The Street and Nortons Cottage will be found on your left hand side after about 0.3 miles.

First Floor

General
Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Local authority: Mid Sussex District Council Tel: 01444 458 166 Schools: Cumnor House: www.cumnorhouse.com Hurstpierpoint College: www.hppc.co.uk Brighton College: www.brightoncollege.net Ardingly College: www.ardingly.com Cottesmore: www.cottesmoreschool.co.uk Viewing by appointment through Strutt & Parker LLP

Garage 4.96m x 3.91m 16'3'' x 12'9'' Study / Bedroom 3 3.20m x 2.46m 10'6'' x 8'0''

Dining Room 4.06m x 3.01m 13'3'' x 9'9''

Sitting Room 4.06m x 3.23m 13'3'' x 10'6''

Kitchen / Breakfast Room 4.06m x 3.82m 13'3'' x 10'6''

Ground Floor
2 1 4 6 2 8 10 3 Feet Metres

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