4 bed detached house for sale

Grouse Road, Colgate, Horsham, West Sussex RH13

Well-presented single-storey property in a wonderful rural position with an annexe, a detached games room, garaging and grounds of about 1.5 acres. C.3,724 sq ft in all (house 2,286 sq ft)

Description
Oakwood is a well-presented, single-storey house, believed to date originally from the 1920s. It has been the subject of recent reconfiguration and improvement, including the addition of wood effect composite cladding and replacement double glazing. It offers well-presented, contemporary accommodation which extends to approximately 2,286 sq ft (including the attached double garage).

The spacious, dual aspect sitting room has a vaulted ceiling, and a large inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove, creating a comfortable and stylish space for relaxing or hosting family and friends.

At the other end of the hall is the recently reconfigured open plan kitchen/dining/family room, with a superb contemporary style kitchen, including an island with a breakfast bar and a Calor gas powered five burner hob with a remote control extractor fan, and integrated appliances including a Quooker tap, a double oven/microwave combination, fridge, dishwasher and two ovens; there is a bar area to one side with a drinks fridge and ambient lighting under the countertops. The dining/family area offers plenty of a space for a table and chairs, and for sofas. Bi-fold doors open to the terrace, making this an excellent space for entertaining. Adjoining the kitchen is utility/boot room.

The luxurious principal suite has built-in wardrobes, an additional separate dressing area with wardrobes, space for a dressing table and French doors to a private patio, and a superb en suite with a bath and a walk-in shower. There are three further bedrooms, one of which has French doors to the garden and one which is currently used as a study, and a family shower room with modern fittings.

Subject to obtaining the necessary consents and permissions, the property offers excellent scope to create further accommodation with a first floor, taking advantage of the views over the garden, and our vendor has had plans drawn up that they would be willing to share.

Outside
Oakwood is approached by electronically operated remote control gates with a recently replaced electronic motor. The gates open to a long drive, leading up to the gravelled parking ahead of the house, garaging and annexe. The attached double garage has electronically operated remote control doors, and a courtesy door at the rear; it offers potential to create further accommodation (subject to consents and permission.

The open bay car port has power connected (with cabling in place for connecting an ev charging point), motion lighting and space at the rear for garden machinery and wood storage, either side of a workshop.

The annexe has recently been redecorated, has heating and its own section of garden. It comprises a living room with a multi-function electric fire, a kitchenette with a breakfast bar and a shower room. The loft space above is boarded and may offer potential to create a separate bedroom.

A wide stone terrace spans Oakwood’s rear elevation, with a lovely open outlook over the rear garden and surrounding land. There is a gazebo with a removable cover and plenty of space for a range of furniture, and the terrace is well positioned for enjoying the gardens, with outdoor lighting. At the side is a detached insulated garden room with bi-fold doors, decking and power connected, a great space for entertaining or for working from home, currently used as a TV room and separate gym.

The garden is laid to lawn, with a beautiful pond system; it is open to the former paddock which is planted with an abundance of daffodils and has former timber stables which is used as storage. The grounds extend to about one and half acres in all.

Agent’s Notes
1. The hot tub is not included in the sale but may be available by negotiation.
2. There are restrictive covenants relating to changes to the property, please refer to the Agent for further details.
3. The ride on mower may be available by negotiation.



Square Footage: 2,286 sq ft

Acreage:
1.5 Acres