6 bed detached house for sale

London Road, Rake GU33

Located in the pretty village of Rake is this charming and characterful detached Victorian family home offering just under 3,000 sq ft of beautifully proportioned accommodation. On the ground floor a welcoming entrance hall sets the tone, leading to an open plan kitchen breakfast room with pantry and doors to the garden. The triple aspect sitting room is a real highlight, featuring a log burning stove and doors opening onto the garden, perfect for relaxed family living and entertaining. A separate reception room (snug/TV room) retains a beautiful Victorian fireplace, while the generous family room, also with log burner, enjoys wonderful garden views through full length doors. A formal dining room, utility room and shower room complete the ground floor. On the first floor the dual aspect principal bedroom enjoys a private terraced balcony overlooking the rear garden and en-suite facilities. There are five further double bedrooms, two of which retain their original Victorian fireplaces, adding to the considerable charm and character throughout. All five are served by two well appointed family bathrooms. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the character and space this wonderful family home has to offer.

Outside

Set in grounds of just under a quarter of an acre. To the front the property is accessed via a gated entrance providing ample off road parking. The well maintained mature rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with borders full of shrubs and plants providing all year round colour and a patio area ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining. A real benefit is the garage with attached outbuilding that could be converted into a home office, situated to the rear of the garden providing gated access and additional parking.

Situation

The property is located in the pretty village of Rake, near the West Sussex/Hampshire border within The South Downs National Park. Facilities are available in the village of Liss with its railway station on the Portsmouth/Waterloo main line. The market town of Petersfield is within about 4.1 miles to the south and Liphook about 5.3 miles to the north both also with main line stations. There is an excellent choice of both state and private primary and secondary schools in the vicinity including Churchers College, Bedales and Bohunt Secondary School. For walkers, runners, riders and cyclists, the area is renowned for the fine, accessible countryside close at hand, including much under the ownership of The National Trust. The A3 is approximately 1.6 miles away giving direct access to Guildford, London and beyond, and the south coast.

Property Ref Number:

Ham-64808