For Sale5 Bedroom Semi-Detached House in Ropes Lane, Fernhurst, Haslemere, West Sussex, GU27£2,250,000

An exceptional wing of a country house by eminent architect Charles Voysey on the edge of Fernhurst village Ropes was designed as a detached country residence by the distinguished Arts and Crafts pioneering architect C.F.A. Voysey and built in 1901. Its architecture is classically Voysey – organic in how the house seamlessly blends with the surrounding topography, effortless in how it brings the surrounding gardens inside via large windows, and sincere in the deep sense on warmth and unpretentiousness within its walls, particularly of note are his trademark heart-shaped locks which abound throughout the house. The house of 2025 presents as a lovingly and painstakingly restored family home. Our clients were careful not to destabilise the Voysey ideals but brave enough to create a more singular identity for the house rather than a sister of its other half. The works completed were extensive and include remodelling, re-wiring, re-plumbing, a new boiler/heating system, a new kitchen (Neptune), replacement of all windows (replicas of previous but double-glazed), and the installation of wet underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. Integral to the house accessible from the middle garden is the gym and infra-red sauna; this versatile space is suitably placed for a work-out or quiet refection. Our clients created multiple ‘rooms’ within the grounds, whilst incorporating a seamless flow between them. Of particular note, the ‘Middle garden’ was designed by Gertrude Jekyll and features her signature lily pond, surrounding lawns, beautiful trees and formalised planting in shades of white, creams and greens. Further is a large lawned garden in a cottage/prairie garden style featuring tall grasses and herbaceous borders; on this level there is also the affectionately named ‘Pub’ which is a superb building centred around a raised fire/seating area, a brilliant spot for entertaining, and beyond are several garden stores. There is also a covered jacuzzi area. Directly accessible from the main house is the superb west-facing and elevated Mediterranean terrace and garden, a conveniently located suntrap for al fresco entertaining. To the north of property there are further outbuildings which include the office/studio with a WC, and the large garage block. There is also an extensive kitchen garden featuring raised beds, a greenhouse, and octagonal potting shed, and lastly a large chicken run with coop is adjacent.