Fairlight Farm, Holtye Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19

Guide Price £2,000,000 to £2,250,000. A magnificent 16th-century Grade II listed farmhouse with 5 acres, breathtaking views, and a lifestyle as unique as its history...

Tucked away at the end of a private lane and surrounded by breathtaking countryside, Fairlight Farm is a striking Grade II listed farmhouse dating back to the 16th century. Set within approximately five acres of grounds, this exceptional home combines centuries of heritage with stylish, modern touches, all in a truly idyllic rural setting. The property is approached via an electric gated driveway with ample parking and a beautifully converted detached double garage, now a versatile studio/office and storage space.

Inside, the house unfolds with character at every turn. A welcoming entrance hall, framed by exposed timbers, leads to a superb kitchen with breakfast bar, central island and sleek modern finishes. The living room boasts a vaulted ceiling and magnificent fireplace, while the light-filled conservatory makes the most of the panoramic views. Other ground floor highlights include a separate family room with inglenook fireplace, an office, utility, shower room, and two staircases to the first floor. Upstairs, a galleried landing introduces the bedroom accommodation, with a principal suite, three further bedrooms, and a family bathroom. Two additional bedrooms and a seating area are found on the second floor.

The grounds are equally impressive, with a heated swimming pool, bar and covered entertaining area, plus an office, workshop, stables and pond – making the property ideal for equestrian use.

The sellers have also shared with us some fascinating historical detail about the property, which really sets Fairlight Farm apart:
• The site of Fairlight is mentioned in the Domesday Book (Ferlega – 1086).
• The earliest records of the house date back to the 15th century, assessed by historian Peter Gray as a medieval hall house.
• A later wing included a Priest hole, dating from the Reformation (1530–1603).
• Further additions in the 16th/17th century converted it into a coaching inn, complete with bakery in the current living room. A now-hidden tunnel is believed to run to nearby woodland, once used by smugglers.
• The land was used for military training during the Napoleonic wars, while part of the East Court estate owned by Major Edward Cranston.
• The “trip step” on the main staircase is thought to date from late medieval times.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a historic country home where every room tells a story, and almost every window captures sweeping, unspoilt views.