Bonfire Hill, Southwater

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Tucked away on Bonfire Hill, The Fords combines a deceptively spacious home with approximately two acres of gardens and paddock: A rare opportunity to enjoy semi-rural peace with substantial outdoor space of your own. Spanning nearly 2,000 sq ft, this characterful bungalow offers versatile accommodation, a self-contained annexe, and grounds that bring an extra dimension to life here.

The heart of the home is the dual-aspect lounge and dining room. It’s a space that feels both airy and grounded, with original parquet flooring underfoot and a log burner that promises cosy winter evenings. The kitchen, designed in a classic country style, provides a practical hub with a separate utility area and workshop leading off - perfect for those who enjoy a project or need extra hobby space.

The sleeping arrangements are thoughtfully distributed to offer privacy. A wooden staircase leads to the principal suite in the loft, a bright sanctuary with Velux windows, a dedicated dressing area, and an en suite shower room. On the ground floor, the main house features a large bedroom with French doors leading to a lovely terrace, and a modern wet room, complete with underfloor heating and a rainhead shower for a touch of everyday luxury.

One of the most remarkable features of this property is the self-contained annexe. Currently operating as a successful Airbnb, it is a complete home in its own right, featuring a lounge with a plasma fire, a kitchen with underfloor heating, a double bedroom with built-in wardrobes and its own private decked area, and a modern shower room. With its own stable door leading to a private, tucked-away courtyard garden, it is ideal for multi-generational living or as an ongoing income stream. The self-contained annexe is separately assessed for Council Tax purposes and is subject to its own Council Tax charge (Band B).

Outside, the gardens and paddock together extend to approximately two acres, making the land one of The Fords’ standout features. A copse of trees edges the property, providing a lovely natural backdrop and attracting an abundance of wildlife. The gardens offer a series of wonderfully private “rooms”, with terraces for enjoying the stunning evening sunsets, dedicated vegetable beds, and a summerhouse for quieter moments. The paddock adds a generous expanse of open ground, completing a setting that invites you to slow down, spend time outdoors, and enjoy the countryside around you.

Area Guide

Southwater offers a vibrant village community, and The Fords is ideally positioned on the edge of the village, providing an “away-from-it-all” feel while remaining exceptionally well connected. Local shops, highly regarded primary schools, a doctors’ surgery, and everyday amenities are all within a short drive, while Horsham town centre is easily accessible by car or regular bus services.

Lifestyle is very much at the forefront here. The property borders a public footpath, with the Downs Link quite literally on the doorstep, offering miles of scenic routes for walking, running, cycling, and dog walking. Southwater Country Park is also close by, providing beautiful lakeside walks and family-friendly outdoor space.

For leisure and recreation, the increasingly popular Southwater Cricket Club with tennis courts is within a four-minute walk, while Bluecoat Sports and Sumners Ponds are both approximately five minutes away by car. For a quintessential Sunday afternoon, a short stroll takes you to The Bax Castle pub, a much-loved local favourite.

Commuters are equally well served, with Christ’s Hospital railway station just a five-minute drive away, offering convenient connections to London and the South Coast. The combination of countryside surroundings, village convenience, and excellent local amenities makes this a particularly special setting.