17th century manor house in West Sussex village
This wonderful manor house in Prinsted near Emsworth in West Sussex has lots of period features and is well-placed for sailing fans
The Manor House is a very handsome five-bay fronted flint former manor house in the village of Prinsted in West Sussex. The property itself dates back to Tudor times but the façade was re-faced in the 18th century.
Period features include flagstone floors, exposed timbers and traditional casement and sash windows, some with working shutters. Accommodation is arranged over three floors and comprises reception hall, drawing room, dining room, study, sitting room, vaulted kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom and four bedrooms plus two bathrooms and an extensive barn style garage outside.
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The front garden is walled with two well-established yew trees and there is a fantastic sheltered terrace alongside the house, as well as a fish pond. Beyond the terrace the gardens are mostly laid to lawn and surrounding borders are stocked with foxgloves, herbs and traditional perennials.
The Manor House is situated in a wonderful position in the village of Prinsted which is close to the upper reaches of Chichester Harbour and nearby sailing facilities. Amenities are available at Southbourne together with a railway halt which links to Portsmouth, Havant and Chichester itself. Emsworth itself has a good range of facilities, as well as good shops, bars and restaurants.
The guide price is £1.5m. For further information please contact Jackson-Stops & Staff on 01243 786316 or visit www.jackson-stops.co.uk.
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