5 Bed │ 2 Bath │ 2 Rec
Guide Price £1,275,000
Key features
Full description
This fabulous detached country residence offers a well thought out blend of living and bedroom space arranged over two floors and has the opportunity for extension and conversion, subject to the usual planning consents. It is situated within a stunning rural position with countryside views and has a separate fenced paddock with its own gated access from garden and road. It is ideally located for access to Horsham town centre, a selection of well-regarded local schools, countryside walks and nearby pubs and restaurants.
Twisted Cottage currently comprises downstairs living space that features an open plan kitchen/dining/family room of an impressive size and currently has a fitted kitchen which centres around an Aga, providing a warm and cosy feeling. There is ample space for a dining table, as well as a family sitting area with a fireplace that incorporates a log burner and a direct access out to the rear terrace. The separate sitting room has a bright and airy feel due to the south westerly double aspect. Double doors open up to the rear garden terrace and there is also a fireplace which is ideal for crisp winter evenings. Further living space to the ground floor includes a practical study, as well as a downstairs bathroom and a separate utility/boot room. Also of note is the convenient and direct access to the large double garage. A turning staircase leads to the first floor, the main bedroom enjoys fine views over the garden onto the countryside beyond and enjoys a double aspect. There are four further bedrooms with views over the garden. A generously spaced landing has ample cupboard storage space and two inset roof Velux windows that make the upstairs hall light and airy. The main family bathroom is of generous proportions and has double aspect field views. There is a large corner bath, separate walk-in shower, a low level WC and wash hand basin. Also of note is a very convenient spacious loft space which is boarded and has lighting and ladder.
Situation
Maplehurst lies 5 miles from Horsham with direct links to the A24, M23, Gatwick Airport and South Downs National Park. Maplehurst is close to highly regarded preparatory schools, St Andrews Church of England Primary School, OFSTED rated "good with elements of outstanding". Colleges including Charterhouse, Cranleigh and Christs Hospital are all close by. Local amenities include traditional pubs within walking distance serving excellent food.Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: D
Why live in Horsham?
Horsham strikes the perfect balance with its community facilities and green spaces. There’s a market square at The Carfax complete with traditional bandstand, an abundance of shops, a cinema, theatre, leisure centre and a 60-acre park right in the centre of town.
We have an impressive mix of older properties, including historic buildings from the 1400s and 1500s with later additions from the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras and some stunning artistic properties. Head out along The Causeway and you’ll see every style, from 15th century homes to new builds, on one superb road.