Village house
West Sussex, £2.75 million
The Manor House, East Marden
7 bedrooms, annexe, 1.15 acres
The Country House Company (02392 632275)
Set in the heart of the village with lovely views of the South Downs, this Grade II-listed house has been extensively renovated with careful attention to detail. All the rooms are light and airy, but the statement room is a wonderful kitchen/breakfast room that overlooks the garden.

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