4 Bed Detached House For Sale

A beautifully presented Grade II Listed house, with separate detached cottage, garaging and charming, tranquil gardens situated in the hamlet of Ambersham

Ground Floor
Entrance hall, Kitchen / dining room, Sitting room, Utility room, Cloakroom

First Floor
Main bedroom with ensuite bathroom and walk in wardrobe, Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom

Second Floor
Two double bedrooms, Family shower room

Outside
Gardens, Stable, Workshop, Greenhouse, Stores, Double garage, Barns

The Cottage
Sitting room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom

The Property
Beck House is a characterful Grade II Listed home in the Heart of the South Downs. A rare and remarkable country retreat set in the tranquil and unspoiled hamlet of Ambersham, Beck House is a truly special property: a Grade II listed home of timeless charm, lovingly extended and modernised to combine period character with contemporary comfort. Tucked away in a secluded and peaceful position, the house enjoys enchanting gardens, expansive natural surroundings, and a detached one-bedroom guest cottage, making it an exceptional countryside haven.

Beck House is steeped in history and character believed to date from 17th century, with a welcoming, lived-in elegance that speaks to its heritage. Thoughtfully maintained and tastefully extended, the property provides the best of both worlds: period features such as exposed timber beams, brick and stone elevations, woodburning stoves, and original casement windows, paired with a modern barn style kitchen/dining extension designed for contemporary living.

The newly built Poggenpohl kitchen/dining room is the heart of the home and is beautifully designed space with sliding powder coated metal doors to a stone terrace creating a seamless link to the garden. The generous sitting room is light filled with dual aspect windows, exposed beams and an open fireplace with a wood burning stove. To complete the ground floor there is a utility room and cloakroom off the entrance hall. The first floor comprises of a main bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom. A further double bedroom and ensuite bathroom. The second floor consists of two vaulted double bedrooms and a family shower room. All the bedrooms are filled with natural light and character and enjoy views across the gardens and meadow. The layout offers versatility for growing families or hosting guests.

The cottage is discreetly positioned within the grounds, is detached and has one-bedroom and provides independent accommodation with its own kitchen, sitting area, and bathroom. Ideal for extended family, guests, or use as a holiday let or home office/studio.

Beck House is more than just a home — it is a sanctuary. A place to slow down, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the beauty of English country life. Whether you are seeking a full-time residence, a weekend retreat, or a multi-generational home, this unique property offers a rare blend of historic elegance, modern living, and natural charm.

Gardens and Grounds
The gardens are approximately 1.97 acres at Beck House and are truly magical — a seamless blend of formal structure and wild, natural beauty. Carefully landscaped areas lead to open spaces filled with native planting, mature trees, and wildlife rich habitats. The gardens is mainly lawn with herbaceous borders framing the house with bursts of seasonal colour and thoughtfully placed seating areas alongside stone terrace outside dining areas which is accessible from the kitchen and is perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. The natural pond is a tranquil focal point within the garden and is home to ducks, dragonflies and water lilies. There are areas of wildflower meadow which is a haven for pollinators and birdlife and mature trees which offers a sense of privacy and peace throughout the year.

There is planning permission in perpetuity for the two adjoining barns to be replaced with a similar overall size but two storey barn. Planning reference: SDNP/24/01283/CND.

The Location
The towns of Midhurst and Petersfield are close by and provide for most everyday needs, whilst Guildford in Surrey and the Cathedral city of Chichester, both with renowned Theatres, are within easy reach and have more extensive shopping and leisure facilities. The A3 provides fast access to London, the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Southampton airports, whilst the mainline station at Haslemere provides a fast service to London Waterloo.

Midhurst and the surrounding area have much to offer with Polo at Cowdray Park, racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, golf at Cowdray Park, Goodwood, Pulborough and Liphook, motor racing at the Goodwood circuit and sailing out of Chichester Harbour and other centres along the South Coast. There are many footpaths and bridleways in the area for walking and riding.

Distances
By Road: London 55 miles, Midhurst 3 miles, Petworth 4.5 miles, Haslemere 10 miles, Chichester 13 miles

By Rail: Haslemere to London Waterloo from 49 minutes