5 rooms house of 788 m² in Billingshurst

Substantial, contemporary country estate set in a highly desirable location on the Surrey / Sussex border, set in 20 acres. This family home ensures ultimate privacy, security, sustainability and luxury; an exceptional countryside retreat. Designed and built by a renowned German architectural developer, with over 100 years’ experience., this stunning property is rural lifestyle at its best and offers a private rainbow trout lake with a fishing pontoon, ancient bluebell woodland, wildflower meadow, vegetable garden and formal garden. The eco-friendly credentials include a geothermal heating system that provides year-round, underfloor heating and hot water. The house uses no fossil fuels, and the thermal glazing and insulation ensures superior energy performance. The property also has a wine cellar, cinema room, two offices, an unrestricted helipad and an underground water harvesting tank. The south-facing roofs are pre-piped for solar panels. The house has direct access to several miles of bridleways and mountain biking /walks. Tucked away in beautiful surroundings, entered through Forestry Commission woodland and private, gated entry, the property is easily accessible to local villages and towns, Goodwood and Cowdray, as well as Gatwick and Heathrow airports, and is only 45 miles from London. There are several renowned private and state schools nearby.