Eight beautiful country houses for sale in West Sussex, from £725,000 to £3.95 million
Whether you're after a charming cottage or an estate to call your own, our list of the best country houses for sale in West Sussex makes tempting reading.


Twineham — £2,000,000
Arriving on the market for the first time in 60 years is this glorious Grade II listed farmhouse from the 18th century — aptly named The Old Farmhouse.
The gardens surrounding the eight-bedroom property are nothing short of spectacular, with just over three acres of lawns, terrace areas, ornamental pond, an orchard and meadow, a swimming pool and manicured hedging.
Inside the rooms are spacious and bright, with some lovely feature fireplaces and an internal courtyard which can be accessed via the kitchen.
For sale with Batcheller Monkhouse. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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West Chiltington, Pulborough — £950,000
In the picturesque village of West Chiltington, on the outskirts of the South Downs National Park, is this quaint three-bed cottage with wonderful romantic gardens.
The pretty white stone façade gives way to plenty of charming features inside, with mullioned windows, exposed beams and cosy fireplaces with wood burning stoves.
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The idyllic gardens offer plenty of privacy, whilst creating an overall idyllic setting with a pond, sun terrace and several lawns accessed via stone paths.
For sale with Comyn & James. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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Milland — £395,000,000
Set in 1½ acres of landscaped gardens, The Old Manor House (previously known as Mill Cottage) provides 3,072sq ft of atmospheric living space in the main building, including three reception rooms, a kitchen/breakfast room, principal bedroom suite, two/three further bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms.
The stunning property was bought in 2018 by music legend Nellee Hooper, who has spent the past several years sympathetically restoring The Old Manor House into the spectacular home you see today.
Its 16th century roots are very much at the core of the property, yet expertly presented in a timeless style with a mix of recycled materials and 21st century technology.
For sale with Savills. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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East Preston — Price on Application
Occupying a stunning position on the private Kingston Gorse Estate with uninterrupted sea views across the Greensward and Foreshore is Sea Point.
The spacious five-bed property is perfectly suited to family living or as a coastal weekend escape.
The private garden features a terrace, perfect for al fresco dining, and a large sweeping lawn with a gate leading down onto the foreshore.
For sale with Graham Butt. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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Nutbourne, Chichester — £725,000
Small, perfectly formed and assuming the most idyllic spot just back from the Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is this two-bed property.
The sweet cottage is Grade II listed and surrounded by mature gardens. Inside, the fresh interiors are beautifully presented to make the most of the space.
In addition to the main cottage is a separate annexe with a double bedroom, kitchenette and bathroom, which provides really useful ancillary accommodation or potential to run as a holiday rental.
For sale with Jackson-Stops. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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Bosham, Chichester — £2,495,000
This unique Arts and Crafts house, with Tudor origins, is located close to the Upper Reaches of Bosham Channel and boasts a roof terrace with spectacular harbour views.
Inside the handsome exterior are five bedrooms — three of which are en-suite; a wonderfully decorative sitting room, beamed dining room; as well as a cosy study and sitting room on the first floor.
The surrounding landscaped gardens offer plenty of lovely places to sit and enjoy the peaceful environment, as well as the most magical water gardens which include a large feature pond fed by a waterfall and a swimming lake with charming footbridge.
For sale with Jackson-Stops. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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Bognor Regis — £1,500,000
Created in the early 1930’s on the Aldwick Bay private estate is this three-storey, five-bed property that looks as though it belongs in a tropical fairy tale.
Flanked by palm trees and pops of pink flowers, the thatched property with grey timber cladding is as beautiful as it is unique.
It’s set just back from the private beach, and is a wonderful mix of comfortable interiors and fantastic outdoor living spaces.
For sale with Coastguards. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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Crawley — £2,250,000
Last, but certainly not least, is Haynes Farm: a truly stunning country home with excellent equestrian facilities — including five stables, a paddock, sand school, tack room and hay store.
Believed to date from the 17th century — and originally starting its life as a one-bed cottage — the property has transformed overtime into the well-appointed family home that it is today.
It is set amid seven acres of gardens and grounds, and provides the most wonderful setting so that you can spill out an enjoy the countryside. A detached, one-bed annexe offers further flexible accommodation space, whilst the outdoor pool is the perfect place to enjoy the warmer days.
For sale with Savills. See more pictures of this property or request further details from the agent.
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