For Sale8 Bedroom House in Danworth Lane, Hurstpierpoint, BN6£3,750,000

Inspired by the New Hampshire style of country residence, Northbrooks is a beautiful and impressive family home on the edge of Hurstpierpoint with incredible views of the South Downs. The property was reimagined to an exceptional standard in 2013 creating the wonderful family home it is today. Contemporary in style this wonderful house offers versatile accommodation across two floors ideal for modern family life and entertaining on a grand scale. The accommodation has many luxurious features including underfloor heating, bespoke fitted cabinetry, luxurious bathrooms and shower rooms, with large, floor to ceiling bifold glass doors on many elevations, the house is flooded with an abundance of natural light. Entering through the front door into a central hallway there are many reception rooms leading off including a formal dining room and cinema, an office, games room and sitting room and a wonderful 30ft kitchen / dining / sitting room with large central preparation island. Many of the reception rooms open onto a large south facing terrace affording majestic views of the South Downs. The bespoke kitchen has many features including a four-oven electric AGA and an array of fitted oak wall and base units. To the other end of the property is a self-contained annexe with its own front door, two bedrooms and bathrooms and a kitchen/sitting room, perfect for ancillary or extended family accommodation. On the first floor are a plethora of beautiful bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms and shower rooms, many of which encapsulate the stunning view and the countryside beyond. Northbrooks is a magical family home, offering a wealth of versatile accommodation suited for modern family life and entertaining. Northbrooks is set in an idyllic location down a long lime tree lined drive which sweeps to the rear of the property offering parking for many vehicles and an open 6 bay open, oak framed garage with electric charging points. There are various formal and informal areas of garden with sweeping expanses of lawn, a tennis court and various outbuildings. A real feature of the property is the wide south facing terrace which runs the entire length of the southern side of the house to allow total enjoyment of the panoramic views and countryside. There is a covered veranda, heated swimming pool and pool house with sauna, shower room and an open plan kitchen / dining room. There is also a detached barn and several outbuildings, which could be converted subject to the necessary planning consents. The house, gardens and grounds evoke elegance and charm all surrounded by its own land affording privacy and seclusion. Northbrooks lies close to the South Downs National Park and is set on a quiet lane on the outskirts of Hurstpierpoint, which is a fabulous village with its bustling High Street and eclectic range of local shops and amenities. Hassocks is also close by and provides regular mainline rail services to London, Brighton and Gatwick (Victoria in approximately 55 minutes). Gatwick airport can be reached by car in approximately 30 minutes. The city of Brighton and Hove is approximately 9 miles away and provides a further range of superb shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and a large marina. The stunning surrounding countryside provides a vast range of sporting and recreational activities. Glyndebourne, Goodwood, Ardingly Showground and Plumpton are all within easy reach. The local footpaths provide a vast network of stunning walks many leading towards the beautiful South Down National Park. There are numerous excellent Golf courses nearby and reservoirs for watersports. Comprehensive shopping can be found in Haywards Heath (3.5 miles) and East Grinstead (15 miles). Further shopping and an excellent range of leisure and entertainment is on offer in Tunbridge Wells and Brighton to the south. There are additional mainline rail services from Haywards Heath and East Grinstead to London Bridge and Victoria. There is an excellent range of educational facilities locally both in the private and state sectors including St Lawrence C of E, St Pauls and Downlands. Private schools include, Handcross Park, Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Bramletye, Hurst College, Ardingly, Burgess Hill Girls, Roedean and Brighton College - many of which run a minibus service. Mid-Sussex District Council EPC Rating E Council Tax Band H