Tismans Common, Rudgwick, Horsham, West Sussex

A handsome barn conversion with a wealth of beautifully appointed accommodation, retaining plenty of original character alongside elegant modern fittings and décor. Set in a picturesque rural position just outside the desirable village of Rudgwick and within easy reach of Horsham and Guildford, yet surrounded by beautiful rolling West Sussex countryside.

Greenhurst Barn is a delightful barn conversion that features splendid weatherboarded elevations outside, while inside there are exposed timber beams and vaulted ceilings, alongside understated, elegant modern styling and fittings.

The heart of the home is the impressive reception room with its galleried landing above and stunning vaulted ceiling with exposed timber eaves and framing. The room offers a splendid space in which to relax or entertain and offers bi-fold doors to both the front and rear gardens, as well as a Scandinavian-style woodburning stove. The ground floor also offers a formal dining room and a 24ft kitchen with slate tiled flooring, modern fitted units, stainless steel worktops and a range cooker, as well as bi-folds opening to the rear decking. An adjoining utility room provides further space for home appliances and storage.

There is also a shower room and two double bedrooms on the ground level, with both bedrooms offering the potential for use as additional reception rooms if required. Upstairs, the open galleried landing leads to a further two well-presented double bedrooms, including the principal bedroom with its built-in storage and en suite shower room. The first floor also has a family bathroom and a dressing room with fitted wardrobes, while oak stairs continue to the second floor, where there is an additional large double bedroom with eaves storage.

Further accommodation is available in the detached annexe, which, like the main house, is a barn conversion, with exposed timber framing and attractive contemporary décor. The ground floor has an open-plan kitchen and dining area, as well as a sitting room, while upstairs there is a double bedroom and a bathroom.

The house is set within extensive gardens and grounds, with various outbuildings and stores. At the entrance, a gravel driveway provides access, as well as parking space for several vehicles. Further parking is available in the detached double garage. The garden includes paved and gravel terracing, as well as timber decking for al fresco dining, including a sunken seating and dining area. There are rolling lawns beyond, bordered by mature trees and hedgerows, with a large open paddock beyond, with stables and a field shelter. The grounds also include a further outbuilding, which is currently used as a home gym.

The property is situated in a rural position between the villages of Loxwood and Rudgwick. Rudgwick has various amenities, including a local village shop, a parish church, a public house and a primary school, while the large village of Cranleigh offers further amenities, including a selection of shops and small supermarkets. Nine miles to the east, the historic market town of Horsham provides a more comprehensive range of facilities, including a choice of

high street and independent shops, a varied restaurant quarter, a theatre, cinema and a leisure centre. Horsham’s mainline station offers services to London Victoria (48 minutes) and London Bridge (60 minutes). There are also excellent road connections to Guildford, Brighton, Gatwick Airport and the M25 Motorway Network, and a choice of recreational and sporting facilities nearby, including Slinfold Golf & Country Club and Horsham Sports Club as well as walking and hiking in the surrounding countryside.