Poplars Farmhouse
Batchmere Road, Almodington, Chichester, West Sussex
Beautiful brick and stone farmhouse dating from the 17th century with attractive courtyard of outbuildings including studio, cottage annex, thatched barn and period
barn set in approximately 2.5 acres. Poplars Farmhouse offers an exciting business opportunity for holiday lets, B & B or corporate events
(subject to necessary consents).
Poplars Farmhouse
Batchmere Road, Almodington, Chichester, West Sussex
Mileages (approximate)
Approx 6 miles to Chichester
Approx 22 miles to Portsmouth
Approx 54 miles to Guildford
Approx 84 miles to London
Summary of Accommodation
Inner Hall
Drawing Room
Dining Room
Farmhouse style Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Utility Room
Cloak Room
Garden Room
Galleried Landing
Master Bedroom
3 further Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Brick and Flint Annex with:
Hall
Cloakroom/Wet Room
Sitting/Dining Room
Kitchen
3 Bedrooms
Bathroom
Thatched Vaulted Studio/Library/Playroom
Period Sussex Barn
Brick and Flint Store
Paddock and Garden in approximately 2.5 acres
Description
Poplars Farmhouse is a classic, beautiful English farmhouse full of character and traditional
features, with lovely mature gardens and grounds, a range of attractive outbuildings
offering extensive business opportunities and spacious, flexible accommodation.
Dating from the 17th century the farmhouse is a Grade ll listed brick, flint and stone
property with good sized rooms full of atmosphere, original features and exposed beams.
The reception rooms are light and spacious with open fireplaces and beams throughout.
The kitchen is open plan with a large breakfast / family area and cottage style windows
looking out over the lovely garden and duck pond beyond. The dining room has traditional
flagstone floor, wide old oak doors and plenty of room for a large dining table. The main
sitting room is a large light room with a brick curved fireplace and exposed beams.
A lovely old oak galleried landing leads to the bedrooms and bathrooms all with space
and light, delightful long, low level cottage style windows, plenty of cupboard space in
most of the rooms and beams.
The whole cottage is full of character with different floor levels, original wood work and
lovely windows looking out in all directions to the delightful English garden and grounds
or courtyard and outbuildings.
As the property is currently run as a successful business the brick and flint single storey
annex has been tastefully converted to living accommodation. The three bedrooms are
a good size with French windows in the master bedroom, the kitchen is newly fitted and
looks out over the open fields and the sitting room has a wood burner and large low level
bay windows which look out to the courtyard with its mature fig tree and other windows
which look out to the gardens and fields beyond.
This annex plus the Sussex Barn which is currently being used as a playroom/sports
room and all the rooms in the main house offer plenty of scope for very exciting business
opportunities and the property as a whole is currently run as a successful holiday let/
occasion entertaining venue business
Outside
Thoughtfully designed as a classic English farmhouse garden, the grounds extend to
approximately 2.5 acres and incorporate stunning mature trees, borders and beds, a
lovely rose border, flagstone paths and wide expanses of lawn. The front of the house
enjoys a pretty garden set within attractive brick and flint walls and looks out over the
duck pond, willow tree and fields beyond. This garden leads to further lawns which sweep
around the main house leading to the back garden sheltered by the 20 mature Poplar
trees, with fruit trees and an ornamental fish pond with fountain.
With Chichester and the A27 within 6 miles there is easy access to road and rail networks
to London and across the South. Goodwood is close by with its famous racecourse,
airfield, motor circuit and many national events including the Festival of Speed which
ensure a steady flow of visitors into the area all year round. Equally as popular is the
city of Chichester with its beautiful Cathedral, acclaimed Festival Theatre, museums and
many cultural events.
Services
Oil fired central heating, mains water drainage and electricity.
Local Authority
Chichester District Council.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment with The Country House Company.
Tel: 02392 632275 Email: info@country-house-company.co.uk
Prior to making an appointment to view, the agents strongly recommend that you discuss
any points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with a member of staff
who has seen the property in order that you do not make a wasted journey.
Period Sussex Barns: approximately 40’ (12.2m) x 20’ (6.1m)
With gable doorways and timber lap elevations under a tiled roof. Detailed planning
permission and Listed Building consent has been obtained to convert this into ancillary
accommodation although planning permission has since lapsed and is being re-applied
for. The previous consent allowed for the creation of a large studio/party room, library,
garden room and study/gallery.
Brick Flint Cottage: approximately 15’ x 14’8’’ (4.57m x 4.47m).
With thatched roof, electric up and over door, power and light. A second 5- bar gate leads
through to a concrete courtyard providing ample car parking and turning space, flanked
by lawn and ornamental trees.
Garden Implement Store/Workshop:
Built of brick and flint under a tiled roof.
Situation
Poplars Farmhouse is situated in the small hamlet of Almodington surrounded by
countryside and just 6 miles from Chichester and the sea. Almodington is one of the
most picturesque and popular areas of West Sussex with Chichester Marina, Birdham
Marina, Itchenor and West Wittering within easy access. The many Marinas, Yacht and
Sailing Clubs, famous sandy beaches, nature reserves and the South Downs inland make
this an extremely popular holiday destination and make Poplars Farmhouse an ideal
location for a holiday business.
Disclaimer: (including fixture and fittings)
Important Notice: The Country House Company and their clients give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their
own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied
upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. 3. The text, photographs, distance, times and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive.
It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations or other consents and The Country House Company have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy
themselves by inspection or otherwise. 4. All fixtures and fittings, curtains/blinds, carpeting, kitchen equipment whether fixed or not are deemed removeable by the vendor unless specifically itemised within these particulars.
Brochure by floorplanz.co.uk
November 2011