Take a tour around a period farmhouse in West Sussex
Step inside this period Sussex farmhouse with a vintage French-style interior. Chosen by Country Homes and Interiors. For more house tours and decorating ideas, go to housetohome.co.uk
The Grade II-listed farmhouse dates from the 17th century and is situated at the foot of the Sussex Downs.
1/10 Exterior
2/10 Living room
The stunning exposed brickwork fireplace is complemented by a palette of taupes and greys in the living room. Velvet upholstery and a cosy rug add to the opulent feel.
Sofa
House of Fraser
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Beyond France
3/10 Living room chair
A French antique chair adds timeworn charm to a cosy corner in the living room. The shabby chic look is accentuated with distressed antique furniture.
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Faded Charm
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The French House
4/10 Kitchen island
An antique butchers block is the focal point of the kitchen and provides space to sit, as well as a useful preparation area.
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Plain English
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Little Tree Furniture
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5/10 Kitchen
White painted beams, shabby chic country furniture, vintage pieces and an on-trend pendant light combine to create a kitchen with a light and airy feel.
Range cooker
Aga
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6/10 Dining room
A simple rustic French scheme is created in the dining room with benches and a spacious table bedecked with linen tablecloths.
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The Linen Works
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Another Country
7/10 Dining room towards occasional table
In the dining room, carefully chosen vintage accessories and eclectic finds enhance the neutral scheme.
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Flooring
Crucial Trading
8/10 Home office
In the home office, an antique French table is a useful place to store pretty vintage and rustic finds.
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9/10 Bedroom
An easy-on-the-eye palette combines with beautiful French furniture, sourced from antiques markets, to create an elegant yet cosy look in the main bedroom.
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Bedlinen
Selfridges
10/10 Bathroom
A beautiful roll top bath and traditional-style basin add to the bathrooms period charm, while soft grey tones give the scheme a calming feel.
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Wall paint
Pavilion Grey by Farrow & Ball
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