ROBINS FARM

Situation

Robins Farm enjoys a wonderful unspoilt rural landscape just to the southeast of the picturesque village of Chiddingfold and is approached through electric operated wooden gates off Fisher Lane. There are separate off-road entrances both to the west and (for access by larger articulated lorries) to the east. The farm is situated in a particularly peaceful and tranquil location on the Surrey/Sussex borders yet only 45 miles from Central London. The village has three pubs, an excellent village store, pharmacy, coffee shop and butchers. Godalming is about 8 miles to the north and offers a good range of shops, including Sainsbury's and Waitrose. The county town of Guildford is approximately 13 miles away, with extensive shopping facilities, various restaurants and theatres. For the commuter, by train, there is a choice of services from Haslemere, Witley and Milford. The A3 at Milford provides access to the coast and London as well as the M25 (J10) for Gatwick and Heathrow airports. Cowdray Park Polo Club is 11 miles away, and Goodwood Racecourse 20 miles.

Description

Robins Farm has been developed into a well-equipped establishment with a proven record of training winners. The facilities are exceptional, featuring state-of-the-art equipment and remarkable attention to detail. Significant investment has been put into the training facilities at Robins Farm, however these could be modified to suit various equestrian disciplines including polo, eventing or dressage.

The farmhouse is orientated with a predominantly southerly aspect with views over the farm to the rear and a private garden to the front which is separated from the stable yards by a high hedge. On the ground floor there is an entrance hall, drawing room, study and a large kitchen/dining room. Linked to the kitchen, is a single-storey wing. This houses the office, owners reception area, utility room and The farmhouse is orientated with a predominantly southerly aspect with views over the farm to the rear and a private garden to the front which is separated from the stable yards by a high hedge. On the ground floor there is an entrance hall, drawing room, study and a large kitchen/ dining room. Linked to the kitchen, is a single-storey wing. This houses the office, owners reception area, utility room and kitchen. On the first floor of the main house are 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a dressing room. The garage has been recently converted to include a large studio, shower room and store. The staff accommodation block houses two one bedroom flats and a studio flat. There is an additional two-bedroom flat situated in the tack room barn.

The Land and Gallops

The land is mostly mature pasture, bordered in the north by mature woodland. There are 11 post and rail turn out paddocks and two larger paddocks. The private gallops make full use of the land and provide flexibility using the contours for training.

Main Gallop A round woodchip gallop with an uphill spur, totalling over 6 furlongs and wide enough to accommodate 3 horses upsides.

Circle Gallop Approximately 3 furlongs surfaced with Irish Wexford Sand, situated inside the main gallop.

Hill Gallop More than 4 furlongs with a woodchip surface.

The Equestrian Complex (52 boxes)

There are 43 boxes in 3 blocks of timber clad American Barns. There is a further block of 7 timber stables, which have been used as a nursery yard as well as 2 isolation boxes. The stable barns were built to the highest standard to ensure the very best environment for the horses, combining warmth with constant fresh air in a bright and spacious environment. Special emphasis has been placed on ventilation via soffits and overhead louvres. One stable has been fitted with a vibrating floor and another with solarium lights. All of the stables have rubber mats and rubber walls to provide added protection and each has its own measurable water supply and feed bowl. There are two horse walkers; one for 5 horses and the other for 6 horses as well as a covered and sound proofed horse treadmill.

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General Remarks and Stipulations

METHOD OF SALE: The property is offered for sale freehold as a whole with vacant possession by private treaty.

EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES AND RIGHTS OF WAY: The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way either public or private, all easements, wayleaves and other rights of way whether they are specifically referred to or not. There are a number of public rights of way over the land, for further information please contact the Vendor's agents.

SERVICES: Mains water, electricity and private drainage. The farmhouse and office have oil fired central heating and the accommodation block has night storage heaters and electric powered hot water.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: All fixtures, fittings and chattels whether referred to or not are specifically excluded from the sale, including carpets, curtains, light fittings, free standing domestic and electric items, garden machinery and agricultural machinery.

LOCAL AUTHORITY: Waverley Borough Council

COUNCIL TAX BAND: Band G.

EPC RATINGS:  Robins Farm House Band D. The EPCs are attached to the brochure but if they have become detached, please request them from the Vendor's agents.

PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES: These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been checked and completed by the vendor's agents and the purchaser will be deemed to satisfy themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or misstatement shall not annul the sale nor entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof.

VAT: Any guide price quoted or discussed are exclusive of VAT and in the event that the sale of the property, or part of it, or any rights attached to it becomes chargeable for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable by the purchaser. The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice.

DIRECTIONS: From London take the A3 southbound. Bypass Guildford and after about 5 miles take the Milford exit and follow the A283 towards Petworth. On entering the village of Chiddingfold at the village green, turn left on Pickhurst Road (later Fisher Lane) towards Shillinglee. After approximately 2 miles, and 500m past Shillinglee, Robins Farm is located after a small low railed culvert behind the gated entrance pillars on the right.

POSTCODE: GU8 4TB

VIEWINGS: All viewings are strictly by appointment with the Vendor's agents.

Joint Agents

Knight Frank, London and Haslemere

Rupert Sweeting (Country Department) | rupert.sweeting@knightfrank.com | +44 (0) 20 7861 1078

Kate Erlam (Haselmere) | kate.erlam@knightfrank.com | +44 (0) 1428 770 563