Ockley, RH5 5NS

DISTINGUISHED 1930S COUNTRY RESIDENCE OFFERING OVER 4000 SQ FT OF ACCOMMODATION WITH EXCEPTIONAL GROUNDS IN A PRIME RURAL SETTING ...... Cherry Orchard is an attractive and substantial detached family home, believed to date from the 1930s, occupying a fine rural setting in a commanding position. The property sits proudly within its grounds, extending in all to approximately 6 acres, with the majority of the principal rooms enjoying stunning views over the gardens and surrounding countryside beyond. Offering in excess of 4,000 sq. ft. of living accommodation arranged over three floors, the property is exceptionally well suited to family living, combining generous proportions with character and flexibility. The accommodation briefly comprises a welcoming reception hall with cloakroom. The superb triple-aspect drawing room features bi-folding doors opening onto the southerly facing sun terrace and includes an open fireplace. The sitting room and dining room are linked, providing excellent flexibility for both formal and informal living. One of the particular highlights of the home is the outstanding kitchen/breakfast/family room which adjoins a spectacular orangery. The kitchen forms the true heart of the home and is beautifully fitted with a comprehensive range of quality shakerstyle cabinetry, a central island and a double Aga oven. There is also a boot room, utility room and a further reception room, currently used as a gym. To the first floor is the principal bedroom suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom. There are four further bedrooms served by a shower room and family bathroom with separate WC. The second floor provides a further bedroom, shower room and a games/playroom, offering excellent versatility. The gardens are a prime feature of Cherry Orchard, set in a gently elevated position the property is approached via a driveway culminating in extensive parking and turning, leading to a detached garage block with two open bays and one enclosed bay. Other outbuildings include a twin stable block, shed and summerhouse. The formal south-facing gardens have been beautifully maintained over many years and feature expansive lawns, established trees and well-stocked borders, providing a high degree of privacy and seclusion, very much in keeping with the charming character of the property. There is also an orchard, a substantial sun terrace adjacent to the property making for wonderful area to entertain with ornate water feature, and a further courtyard. Beyond the formal gardens lies a paddock extending to just approximately 3.6 acres.