Step inside this 15th century West Sussex home

Property: A Grade II listed former rectory dating from 1439 with more recent extensions.
Space: Hall, kitchen, dining room, study, library/TV room, living room, children's play area/snug, 3 claokrooms, utility, pantry, office, 7 bedrooms (2 en-suite), playroom, attic room, 2 dressing rooms.

1/9 Exterior

This former rectory, sits on a monastery and is set in 30 acres of land, with a bluebell wood, and the sea at the bottom of the garden.

2/9 Living room with exposed beams

The vast expanse of wooden beams and panels in the living room is broken up with classic furniture like this white sofa,

These sofas are from George Smith. Similar chairs can be found at Sweetpea & WIllow.

3/9 Dining room

An old refectory table sits in this impressive dining room with mismatched dining chairs creating a laid-back and relaxed atmosphere.  A colourful chandelier sits above the table adding understated elegance.

For a similar table head to Maison, and go to Philippe Starck for clear acrylic chairs.

4/9 Living room

In order to mix old and new, the owners chose to offset period windows with modern sofas.  An imposing stone fireplace is balanced out with a neutral carpet and coffee table, made from a butchers block.

Similar sofas can be sourced at Sofa Workshop, and try Cargo for rustic coffee tables.

5/9 Modern country kitchen

An eclectic touch is added in the kitchen with a chunky wooden butcher block acting as a kitchen island.  Floating shelves act as practical storage and as a perfect place to show off decorative tableware and crockery.

For butchers blocks, try Kit Stone, and get these floating shelves from IKEA.

6/9 Guest bedroom

This French-inspired guest bedroom is kept simple, with accents of navy blue in the soft furnishings. The main focus lies above the headboard, with a simple photograph in an ornate frame facing an elaborate and ornate glass chandelier.

For a similar chandelier go to Mangan Antiques. Find bedlinen and soft furnishings like this at Feather & Black.

7/9 White bedroom

A black and white bedroom scheme compliments the beautiful wooden features, like the door panelling and the exposed beams. Simple white bedlinen keeps the room light and airy, while a decorative chandelier adds interest.

For similar bedlinen, go to Feather & Black. Designers Guild stocks a wide range of gorgeous cushions.

8/9 Children’s bedroom

A classic nautical-inspired boy's bedroom is created using shades of blue and beach signs.  Photo canvases and wooden letters help to make the space more personal.

For wooden letters, go to Notonthehighstreet.com, and get childrens bedlinen, and accessories from The White Company.

9/9 Bathroom

A slipper bath is a focal point in this bathroom. It's complimented by neutral mosaic tiles, and metal lettering around the top of the room. Statement ladder storage keeps the look contemporary.

For ladder storage like this, go to Orchid. For a similar bath, head to BC Designs.

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