£1,650,000 /Sale price

A BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED DETACHED CHARACTER PROPERTY SET IN STUNNING GROUNDS EXTENDING TO APPROX. TWO ACRESHorsehills Farm is an exceptional, detached character home, dating back to the 1500s with later additions, enjoying stunning far-reaching views over open countryside. The property has been sensitively refurbished over time with an evident attention to detail, offering a wonderful blend of retained original features, perfectly complementing the comforts of modern-day life. This Grade II listed property has an interesting history, formerly the site of a tollgate and the Black Horse public house, hosting travellers on their way from London to the South coast.Approached via a gated driveway, providing parking and turning for numerous vehicles, the property offers a unique opportunity to combine rural living, within easy reach of the amenities and transport links at Redhill, Reigate and Horley. The surrounding areas provide fabulous opportunities for walking, cycling and horseriding.The accommodation is particularly versatile, the ground floor providing four reception rooms, each with distinct architectural period detail and an undoubtedly welcoming feel. The kitchen, accessed via the breakfast and dining room leads via a boot room to the garden. Two staircases lead to the first floor, comprising five bedrooms and two bathrooms. The principal bedroom is particularly striking, featuring exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling. Within the grounds is a heated pool with adjacent impressive barn-style pool house including a magnificent vaulted reception room, kitchen, shower room and WC. This versatile space could be used for a variety of purposes such as business or additional accommodation (this does not form part of the property's listed status). The beautifully landscaped grounds comprise formal lawns and well-stocked beds, a lake and woodland. In total, the plot extends to approximately two acres, offering an unparalleled combination of space, character, and modern amenities.LOCATIONHorsehills Farm is surrounded by miles of open countryside and is located only a few miles to the south of Reigate town centre with its excellent offering of shops and eateries, as well as highly regarded schools in the private and state sector. Reigate, Redhill and Horley town centres provide rapid and regular train links, while Gatwick is within easy reach.