* Share of freehold
* A most impressive apartment in a stunning mansion
* Over 4000 square feet of characterful well proportioned accommodation
* High ceilings, large windows offering natural light throughout
* Private terracing and courtyards leading to formal gardens
* 140 acres of parkland grounds, ponds, woodland and leisure amenities
* EPC Rating = E
A most impressive property in a stunning mansion.
Description
A magnificent property occupying the majority of the ground floor of this most
impressive Grade I mansion. Attention to detail and exacting standards are
apparent and provide an elegant retreat for a discerning purchaser.
Upon entering the grand communal hall with its breathtaking proportions and
fabulous staircase the entrance to 1 Burton House is privately positioned. The
double height entrance opens to a wonderful reception hall with a dual aspect
library affording an outlook over the private terraces and beyond to the
formal gardens. Double doors open to the spectacular drawing room with its
tall windows providing a wonderfully natural light room measuring over 30
feet. This room lends itself to entertaining guests and boasts a feature
fireplace as an attractive focal point. The kitchen/breakfast room provides a
bright and well proportioned informal living area with access to the garden.
For formal dinner parties the adjacent dining room is perfectly placed and has
double doors to the garden courtyard. The principal bedroom suite has a well
equipped bathroom and dressing room and commands stunning easterly views
attracting the morning sun. There are two further good sized bedrooms each
with bathrooms. Centred around the private courtyard are a pair of versatile
rooms which provide excellent living, work from home or entertaining space.
The property has direct access from principal rooms to private garden terraces
which overlook and lead directly on to the glorious formal gardens. The
grounds comprise of traditional gardens, originally designed by Capability
Brown, a walled garden, several ponds, woodland, a fruit orchard and kitchen
garden. In all extending to some 140 acres of parkland.
The property has the benefit of a garage together with private parking spaces
and guest parking for visitors.
Location
Burton Park has a beautiful approach through iron gates and a winding driveway
leading to the expansive grounds. The magnificent mansion, Burton House,
stands regally within the lee of the Downs. The mansion was built by John
Biddulph in 1828 and is Grade I listed. The Courtaulds were largely
responsible for remodelling the grounds with the gardens including terraces,
rose beds and the Jekyl - Lutyens style pergola continuing to form an important
feature of the Park. Within the grounds is a beautiful 11th century church.
There is a village shop and two excellent village pubs in the village of
Duncton and the nearby market town of Petworth is around 4 miles away and
offers an extensive range of amenities including a local supermarket, doctors
surgery, pharmacy, two pubs and a diverse range of shops. Of particular note
is the Hungry Guest food group comprising an artisan delicatessen, butchers
and café.
Midhurst and Chichester offer a broad range of leisure, shopping and cultural
activities including the renowned Chichester Festival Theatre. There is an
excellent selection of outdoor pursuits available with a network of bridleways
and footpaths offering numerous opportunities to explore the South Downs
National Park and access to the South Downs Way can be accessed on foot from
the village of Duncton. There is an abundance of activities available locally
due to the proximity of the Goodwood and Cowdray Estates. Goodwood hosts the
Festival of Speed, racing at Glorious Goodwood and the Revival Meeting, and
Cowdray is famous for its polo events and its award winning farm shop and
cafe. There are also several local golf courses, fishing and sailing at
Chichester Harbour. To the east of the property is Pulborough, less than 7
miles away, there are two major supermarkets and a main line station offering
a regular service to Gatwick Airport and London Victoria. Haslemere station
provides a frequent service to London Waterloo taking from 49 minutes, which
is around 15 milies north.
All distances and journey times are approximate.
Square Footage: 4, 229 sq ft
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