Property description

THE PROPERTY Set in the heart of the stunning downland village of Wepham on the fringes of the historic market town of Arundel, a beautifully presented barn conversion. The property dates back to 1760 and was converted some 30 years ago and sits in southwest facing grounds of approximately half an acre with uninterrupted views over the Arun Valley towards Arundel Castle.



Wepham Farm Barn is approached via a gated entrance and large sweeping driveway leading to extensive garaging. The versatile accommodation is arranged over two floors with a kitchen/dining room with vaulted ceiling as the centre point. From this room you have access to the large inner hallway, study and sitting room with feature fireplace and double doors opening out to the conservatory. Of note is the large guest bedroom suite located on the ground floor with extensive built-in furniture and an en-suite bathroom. There are three further bedrooms including a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a family bathroom on the first floor.



The south west gardens are exceptional, being mostly flint wall enclosed with breathtaking views towards Arundel Castle. The heated swimming pool is concealed by hedging with the remainder of the grounds mainly laid to lawn with a variety of mature trees, shrubs and borders and a large patio area located from the kitchen/dining room, ideal for alfresco dining.

 

THE LOCATION The cathedral town of Arundel with its impressive Norman castle sits on the boundary of the South Downs National Park. Consistently considered as one of the finest towns in the country and made famous internationally for its antique dealerships. Once a thriving fishing town the public houses and fisherman\‘s cottages have made way for traditional tearooms, boutiques and an eclectic mix of independent restaurants. Now well known for its numerous festivals throughout the year including the Art trail, Food Festival and Arundel by Candlelight. There is a wide choice of sporting and recreational activities in the surrounding area including horse racing at both Goodwood and Fontwell park; Car Racing at Goodwood Motor Circuit famously hosting it\‘s annual Festival of Speed and Revival meetings; polo at Cowdray park; glorious beaches at the Witterings; dinghy sailing from numerous clubs along the coast with substantial harbours and marinas at Chichester and Littlehampton for mooring larger yachts; numerous golf courses; walking and riding in the rich surrounding countryside.