House For Sale £900,000
Nortons Cottage is a beautifully presented Grade II listed property, believed to date back to the 16th century, set in a conservation area, and has been sympathetically restored and extended. The house offers an abundance of period features, including exposed beams throughout, red brick flooring from the entrance through to the bespoke fitted kitchen, and a traditional inglenook fireplace in the living room. Additionally, there is wonderful oak flooring throughout the reception rooms, with the extended part of the property enjoying a study/ third bedroom and separate wet room together with under floor heating leading through to the dining room. The country style kitchen boasts triple aspect views, an Aga and a pretty box bay window with fitted seating.
The first floor comprises two interconnecting bedrooms, one with ample built in storage and both enjoying views over the attractive rear garden. There is also a family bathroom, with feature roll top bath and separate shower.<br /><br />Nortons Cottage isconveniently located in the village of Albourn, a short distance from the village of Hurstpierpoint which includes a good selection of local shops. More extensive amenities are available in nearby Burgess Hill, Brighton and Horsham. The property is surrounded by some of the South’s most picturesque countryside interspersed with numerous bridleways and footpaths leading to the South Downs National Park and beyond. There are also fantastic recreational facilities in the area including horse racing at Plumpton and Brighton and golf in Hassocks, Albourne and Ditchling.
An excellent selection of state and private sector schools in the area include Cumnor House, Hurstpierpoint College, Brighton College, Ardingly College and Cottesmore.<br /><br />Set in an elevated position, centrally within the grounds, the gardens are particularly attractive. The rear is mainly laid to lawn with a slate terrace and there are a number of mature shrubs and trees, interspersed with spot lighting. Additionally there is a large decked area with seating and a gazebo, perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining. The front garden has landscaped lawns and a terrace area with French doors leading into the house.
The first floor comprises two interconnecting bedrooms, one with ample built in storage and both enjoying views over the attractive rear garden. There is also a family bathroom, with feature roll top bath and separate shower.<br /><br />Nortons Cottage isconveniently located in the village of Albourn, a short distance from the village of Hurstpierpoint which includes a good selection of local shops. More extensive amenities are available in nearby Burgess Hill, Brighton and Horsham. The property is surrounded by some of the South’s most picturesque countryside interspersed with numerous bridleways and footpaths leading to the South Downs National Park and beyond. There are also fantastic recreational facilities in the area including horse racing at Plumpton and Brighton and golf in Hassocks, Albourne and Ditchling.
An excellent selection of state and private sector schools in the area include Cumnor House, Hurstpierpoint College, Brighton College, Ardingly College and Cottesmore.<br /><br />Set in an elevated position, centrally within the grounds, the gardens are particularly attractive. The rear is mainly laid to lawn with a slate terrace and there are a number of mature shrubs and trees, interspersed with spot lighting. Additionally there is a large decked area with seating and a gazebo, perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining. The front garden has landscaped lawns and a terrace area with French doors leading into the house.
