Graffham, Petworth, West Sussex, GU28

Exceptional country house with fabulous views over the South Downs

Description

Blytheswood is a truly outstanding home set within the stunning South Downs National Park, offering an exceptional amount of internal space rarely found elsewhere. Arranged over three lateral floors the property perfectly blends contemporary living with traditional elegance.

Situated in the heart of its own grounds Blytheswood enjoys a peaceful, private setting within the charming village of Graffham. The village offers convenient amenities including a shop, pub, tennis club, and church. Secluded yet not remote, the property and its gardens face directly south, capturing uninterrupted, sun-filled views of the breath-taking South Downs.

Accommodation
Having recently undergone refurbishment and presented in immaculate condition Blytheswood offers entertaining space on a scale rarely available. The ground floor, with an abundance of natural light has a number of exceptional rooms offering flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. To the rear and with a backdrop of the Downs is a superb kitchen family room. This bright lateral space opens directly on to the south and west-facing gardens, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle overlooking the tennis court and swimming pool.
Upstairs, the spacious first-floor landing leads to four impressive and exceptionally well proportioned bedrooms each with its own en suite bathroom. The top floor offers three further bedrooms, all also with en suites, two of which are interlinked — ideal for families or guests. There is underfloor heating and air conditioning in the principal rooms.

Grounds
The gardens and grounds are equally impressive, offering privacy whilst combining exceptional views and featuring newly installed tennis court, swimming pool and summer garden house, enabling a perfect outdoor lifestyle. There is also a substantial three-bay garage, beautifully maintained lawns, vegetable garden, a paddock, light woodland, and a stream, all enhancing the idyllic rural setting of this remarkable home.

Location

Petworth 5 miles, Midhurst 5 miles, Pulborough 8 miles (London Victoria 75 minutes)
Chichester 12 miles, Haslemere 12 miles (London Waterloo from 49 minutes), A3 (Milford) 15 miles
Petersfield 16 miles (London Waterloo from 66 minutes), Guildford 20 miles
London Gatwick 33 miles, London Heathrow 42 miles, Southampton airport 47 miles.

Access to a number of exceptional schools with Seaford College, Cranleigh School, Beadles, Amesbury, Westbourne House and Churcher's at Petersfield all close by.

Close proximity to a number of sporting highlights, with highlights including racing, golfing and entertainment at Goodwood and Cowdray for polo and golf.

Square Footage: 8,668 sq ft


Acreage: 3 Acres

Directions

Directions (GU28 0PY)
From the A3 proceed past Guildford and exit at Milford (A283)
signposted Petworth and follow that road through Witley,
Chiddingfold and Northchapel. Upon reaching Petworth,
proceed straight ahead over the first roundabout and bear
left into the one way system. Once at the T-junction turn right
and follow the signs for the A285 to Chichester and Duncton.
Proceed straight over the mini roundabout out of Petworth
and continue for 1.3 miles. Cross over the river and pass the
Badger Inn on your left. Go up the hill and turn right towards
Graffham and Selham, continue for approximately 1.4 miles
and turn left signposted Graffham. Turn right at the village
shop and the driveway to Blytheswood is about 100 metres
down the hill on the left.

Services
Mains water, electricity, drainage and fibre.
Oil fired boiler.
EPC rating C