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Guide Price£1,395,000

Forestside Road, Rowlands Castle, PO9

Land size
3 acres
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Grade 2 listed country house
  • Set in South Downs countryside
  • Approx 3 acres garden, paddocks and woodland
  • Option to separate additional land to rear by separate negotiations
  • Ideal small holding
  • Separate Annex which can generate extra income
  • 4 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms
  • 3 Reception Rooms
  • Planning permission granted replace existing garage have double carport & storage area
  • Septic tank, Oil fired central heating & LPG gas cooking

Description

Welcome to your dream countryside escape—this beautiful Grade II listed farmhouse is situated in an idyllic South Downs location, offering a perfect blend of character, comfort, and versatility. Set within approximately 3 acres of stunning gardens, paddocks, and woodland, this property is a true gem for families and buyers looking for a character home and great outside space.

Upon entering, you'll find an inviting entrance porch that leads into a generous reception hall, setting the stage for a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The thoughtfully designed layout includes a cozy sitting room, a spacious family room, and two delightful conservatories that provide breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The kitchen and breakfast room are perfect for family meals and entertaining, with ample space for cooking and gathering.

This charming farmhouse boasts four well-proportioned bedrooms, with two featuring en suite showers for added privacy. For those seeking additional space, a separate annexe provides a living room, kitchen, and mezzanine, creating endless possibilities for guests, family, or a home office.

The exterior of the property is equally impressive, with beautifully maintained gardens, a serene pond, and mature planting that enhances the picturesque setting. The garage, which has planning consent for a studio above, adds to the property’s appeal. You also have the added benefit of having stables, fenced paddocks, and immediate access to bridleways, making it an ideal small holding and outdoor activities.

Conveniently located near the vibrant village of Rowlands Castle, with its excellent amenities and direct train services to London Waterloo, this farmhouse offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a rural lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. Experience the charm and elegance of this remarkable property—viewing is highly recommended!!

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
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Date Posted
2026-01-29

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,861 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).

This Property£465,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £302,947 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
50 E
91 B

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
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Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

37 Mbps

Superfast · available to 17% of premises

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Compton and Up Marden CofE Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    66
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Rowlands Castle St John's Church of England Controlled Primary School2.6 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    204
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Westbourne Primary School2.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    144
    Type
    Community school
  • Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School3.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    275
    Type
    Community school
  • Horndean Church of England Junior School3.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    453
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Havant Academy3 milesOfsted: Inadequate *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    505
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Horndean Technology College3.8 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,288
    Type
    Community school
  • Bourne Community College4 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    692
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Warblington School4.3 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    810
    Type
    Community school
  • Park Community School4.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,006
    Type
    Community school

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Spar Worldham Road, Havant3.1 miles
Co-op The Square Westbourne, Westbourne3.2 miles
Co-op Emsworth - Southleigh Road, New Brighton, Hampshire3.3 miles

GP surgery

Rowlands Castle Surgery2 miles

Pharmacy

Rowlands Castle Pharmacy2 miles

Hospital

Emsworth Hospital4.2 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Rowlands Castle Rail Station1.9 miles

Nearest bus stop

Broad Walk91 metres

Typical drive times

Havant11 min · 5.3 miles
Emsworth10 min · 5.3 miles
Horndean11 min · 4.8 miles
Petersfield17 min · 10 miles
Chichester (city)21 min · 11 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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