College Road, Ardingly

Originally built in 1880 as The Station Inn, this striking and historic property has been sympathetically transformed into a substantial and elegant family home. Extending to approximately 5,308 sq ft including the detached two-bedroom Coach House, the residence sits within 1.2 acres of grounds, offering a wonderful sense of privacy and space.


Description
A truly rare opportunity to acquire a remarkable family home, rich in character and charm, and thoughtfully extended to create an impressive and inviting living space.
At its heart lies a beautiful 27 ft kitchen/dining room, perfect for gatherings and quiet moments alike while a sumptuous 27ft cinema room offers the ultimate in relaxed luxury. Nestled within 1.2 acres of picturesque grounds, the property also includes a wonderful detached coach house, now a delightful two-bedroom retreat with
open-plan living, alongside a collection of characterful outbuildings offering endless
potential.
The main features of the property include:
• The Victorian style front steps and hand built front door by Pirnar take you through to the Entrance Hall, which sets the tone for this elegant home and leads to a pair of beautifully proportioned reception rooms – a Study and a
Sitting Room– both featuring soaring ceilings, open fireplaces with doubleFirst Floor
• Upstairs, the accommodation is equally impressive, offering five generously
proportioned Bedrooms. Four enjoy their own En-Suite Shower Rooms, while a beautifully appointed Bathroom serves the remaining room.
• The Principle Suite is a true sanctuary, large enough for an 8ft bed and featuring a spacious walk-in dressing room with an extensive range of fitted wardrobes and storage, an elegant En-Suite Shower Room, and direct access to a vast
private roof terrace - an extraordinary space for peaceful mornings or evening sunsets.
• The terrace can also be reached from the ground floor via an external staircase.
In the corner, under this staircase, plumbing and electrics have been installed for an outdoor kitchen.
Outside
Outside, the property is surrounded by 1.2 acres of glorious grounds, offering open views across the rolling countryside and an exceptional sense of peace and privacy.
A sliding electric gate opens onto an expansive driveway providing ample parking alongside a collection of outbuildings and storage sheds that are ideal for a variety of uses. There is an 7Kw EV charger on the front driveway and a electric pedestrian gate giving access to the side garden.
The Coach House, built in the 1990’s in the footprint of the original Victorian property, is an inviting and versatile living space. The Coach House has been rented out on an AST basis in the past and is perfectly suited as guest accommodation, a self-contained annexe or a potential Airbnb. This charming building features two spacious double bedrooms and a sleek contemporary bathroom on the ground floor,
while the upper level hosts a striking 27ft open-plan kitchen, dining and family room.
From here, doors open to a private roof terrace, offering the perfect spot to unwind and soak in the surrounding views.
The gardens themselves are largely laid to lawn, with mature hedging and trees creating a sense of seclusion. Beyond the main garden lies a fenced paddock, ideal for additional outdoor enjoyment. At the far end of the plot, two rows of 60 solar panels and 30 KwH of battery storage have been installed by the current owners,
making the property very economical from an energy perspective. sided wood burning stoves and delicate picture rails that speak to the property’s period charm.
• The formal Dining Room is a bright and inviting space with high ceilings and
glazed panels incorporating a set of doors to the side garden, perfect for warmweather
entertaining and a double sided log burner connecting the study
• A cosy Library with a feature fireplace flows through to an inner lobby and an additional versatile Family Room, offering flexibility for modern family living.
There are also two additional WCs, a Boot Room and a door to the driveway.
• To the rear, the house has been recently and sympathetically extended to create a stunning contemporary living and entertaining space. At the heart is a spectacular 27 ft Kitchen/Breakfast Room, complete with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that bathe the room in light and the unique feature of an original well that is 60ft deep with lighting installed. A large central island houses the sink,ceramic hob and extractor, has pop-up sockets, and provides ample space
for casual dining and socialising. Off the kitchen/breakfast room is a fully equipped Utility Kitchen with an industrial finish, ideal for larger gatherings or catering needs. The kitchen and utility kitchen have bespoke worktops, black limestone floor, and insinkerators.
• Flowing from this incredible space is a dedicated Cinema Room, thoughtfully designed with a built-in 4K projector, screen of approximately 5m x 3m and surround sound system, offering a retreat for film nights with family and friends.
• The Cellar contains a wine store, a laundry area and a large storage area.