Landmark Sussex farmhouse with formal gardens and swimming pool has £1.7million guide price

The property, in Salvington Road, has exceptional character and remarkable outbuilding potential, says estate agent Aspire Residential.

The guide price for the eight-bedroom detached house is £1.7million. It is believed to date from the 1600s, with later additions, giving it remarkable scale, character and presence.

The main house provides extensive accommodation over multiple floors, with a substantial kitchen/breakfast room and elegant reception rooms on the ground floor, including a dining room, drawing room and living room, plus a study, library, cellar and excellent ancillary space.

Across the upper floors, there is an extensive arrangement of bedrooms and additional rooms, including a bathroom and second-floor rooms with characterful proportions.

Period details include exposed timbers, inglenook fireplaces, leaded windows, flagstone floors and oak doors.

The grounds are equally impressive, with formal gardens, mature planting, a private swimming pool and a wonderful sense of seclusion. A substantial barn, cottage/studio, garage, stores and further outbuildings provide exceptional flexibility, subject to any necessary consents.

The agents say Old Sussex House is a home of rare historic importance, architectural character and genuine presence. Its long history remains visible throughout, with an abundance of period detail.

A viewing is considered essential to appreciate the scale, atmosphere and significance of this remarkable residence.

Historic England describes the historic building as dating from the 17th century, with the associated outbuildings also recognised for their architectural and historic interest.

All information and images courtesy of Zoopla, where more information about this property, and more images, can be found – along with many more homes in the Worthing area and beyond.