Upper Beeding 3.5 miles.

This charming, period farmhouse sits a rural position in the village of Fulking, within the South Downs National Park.

Boasting a period interior across three floors, Paythorne Farmhouse is a remarkable base to call home whilst exploring West Sussex and the coast.

Spend your down time in the sitting room, featuring exposed beams, traditional furnishings and a woodburning stove set in the large brick fireplace.

Wander to the conservatory for a brighter space, with ample seating and rural views, before heading into the kitchen to conjure up a feast; the rustic AGA cooker awaits! Carry the conversation into the adjacent dining room and appreciate the far-reaching views, before relocating to the bathrooms to freshen up.

Venture outside to the seating area surrounded by nature or head down the stairs to the large lawn, ideal for games and a picnic.

As the night grows darker, whisk away upstairs and relax in the a king-size and two double bedrooms on the first-floor, whilst there are two further attic bedrooms, accessed via two separate staircases.

Each bedroom has been neutrally presented, and there is also a handy utility room where you can keep on top of your laundry.

Your exploration can begin along the South Downs Way, which is said to be the central thread spanning through the patchwork of culture and nature that is the South Down National Park.

On your return, stop off for a pint and meal at one of the nearby eateries, choose from The Shepherd & Dog and The Royal Oak, both located within two miles.

Head into Small Dole for a further selection of eateries and the scenic Woods Mill Nature Reserve, or take yourself further afield to Henfield for an afternoon of shopping, with a host of tea rooms to while away the hours in.

Within close reach is the city of Brighton, offering a traditional coastal pier, a handful of museums, art galleries, shops and an aquarium, offering a bustling atmosphere and a welcome change of pace.

Paythorne Farmhouse provides a superb retreat for uncovering this southern part of England.