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Indicative Site Boundaries THE KING EDWARD VII ESTATE Midhurst, West Sussex Residential development opportunity located within historic estate situated in the South Downs National Park
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EXECUTIVE HIGHLIGHTS
• Exceptional historic estate comprising
a former sanatorium that has been
superbly restored to deliver luxury
apartments by award winning conversion
specialists, City & Country Group;
• The estate includes listed buildings and
new build development set in a 165 acre
parkland;
• Advantageous location within South
Downs National Park, benefitting from
uninterrupted views over beautiful
landscape;
• Close proximity to established towns,
including Midhurst 5.5 km (3.4 miles) and
Haslemere 11.6 km (7.2 miles);
• Renowned recreational facilities available
at nearby Cowdray Park and Goodwood
Estate;
• Last remaining land parcels within the
estate for sale with detailed planning
permission in place;
• Lot 1 (Eastern Courtyard) – planning
permission for 28 new-build terraced
houses & 20 apartments;
• Lot 2 (Western Courtyard) – planning
permission for 51 new-build apartments;
• Freeholds for sale with vacant
possession;
• Unconditional offers invited.
View over South Downs National Park. Sanatorium facing South
The King Edward VII Estate Midhurst, West Sussex 3 KING EDWARD VII HOSPITAL HISTORY King Edward VII Hospital was founded in 1901 to care for those suffering from tuberculosis and was officially opened in July 1906 by His Majesty King Edward VII. The institution was given the name King Edward VII Sanatorium. The estate provided a bright, south facing hillside outlook with excellent views of the South Downs. After the eradication of tuberculosis, the hospital was later used as a modern hospital admitting NHS and private patients. The hospital eventually closed in 2006 and was left abandoned and in decline until City & Country acquired the site. CIT Y & COUNTRY City & Country acquired the King Edward VII Hospital and surrounding grounds in 2009, before achieving planning permission in 2011 for comprehensive redevelopment of the estate. They have restored and transformed the existing buildings and estate, to create an exceptional place to live, having due respect for the historic detailing and features of both the listed buildings, the setting and wider landscape.The restoration includes the conversion of Grade II and II* listed buildings, most notably the former sanatorium building, as well as the historic Gertrude Jekyll gardens. Across the 165 acre estate, a total of approximately 218 dwellings have been delivered to date together with leisure facilities for the benefit of all residents. These facilities include a swimming pool in the restored Chapel and communal rooms within the Sanatorium. City & Country have worked with high quality new build developers Millgate Homes, Metis Homes and Cala Homes to deliver the majority of the new build units so far. The final phases of the estate are underway with City & Country currently working to complete the final residential conversion of the former Engine and Motor House’s and associated new build Cottages. In addition, a luxury retirement scheme is in the process of design/planning on another part of the site (Kings Green East and part of Superintendents Drive). All of the units completed to date have been finished to a high standard and the development is now well established and recognised as an aspirational place to live. City & Country are looking to identify a developer that will strive to maintain this standard of quality design and construction, building on the legacy created.
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LOCAL AREA CONNECTIVIT Y
Located in the Parish of Easebourne, the estate is As well as local towns and villages, the estate is within
approximately 4.8 km (3 miles) north of Midhurst and close proximity of the south coast, with excellent
Road
3.2 km (2 miles) south of Fernhurst, near Haslemere, opportunities for sailing at Chichester and Bosham. The estate is well connected via local roads including the A286 that runs
Surrey. Midhurst is a market town that provides a Golfers will also be spoilt for choice with over 30 golf north to Haslemere and south towards Chichester. The A272 also runs
range of local and national retailers, coffee shops, courses within a fifteen mile radius of the estate, the directly from Midhurst and leads west towards Petersfield and the A3.
bars, restaurants and local pubs. The A286 (North closest of which is Cowdray Park Golf Club. The A3 provides excellent connectivity to Guildford, London and the M25
Street) runs through the centre of Midhurst acting as northbound, as well as Portsmouth southbound.
the high street, leading towards Easebourne in the Situated in the heart of the South Downs National
Park and within an area of Outstanding Natural International travel can be easily reached from both London Heathrow and
north and Goodwood in the south.
Beauty, the site benefits from views over a Gatwick Airports. Heathrow is situated 77.2 km (48 miles) north east of the
Continuing 11.6 km (7.2 miles) further north, the spectacular landscape. site and Gatwick is 62.8 km (39 miles) to the east, both of which can be
A286 also leads towards Haslemere, a larger market accessed via the A3 and M25.
town that provides more comprehensive range of
facilities including Waitrose and Marks and Spencer Rail
supermarkets as well as Haslemere Leisure Centre. Haslemere railway station is approximately 11.7 km (7.3 miles) north, providing
regular train services between Portsmouth Harbour and London Waterloo via
Guildford, run by South Western Railways. Approximate journey times:
RAILWAY TERMINAL APPROXIMATE JOURNEY TIME
London Waterloo 49 – 72 minutes
Guildford 16 - 23 minutes
Portsmouth & Southsea 36 – 51 minutes
Gatwick Airport 69 – 107 minutes (via Guildford)
Bus
The nearest bus stop is King Edward VII Hospital Turn which is situated at
the end of Kings Drive, where the road joins with the A286. This bus stop is
located 1.4 km (0.9 miles) east of the estate and provides direct services to
Midhurst and Guildford, via the neighbouring towns and villages with bus
numbers 70 and 470. The service is run by Stagecoach South.
COWDRAY PARK AND GOODWOOD
ESTATE
An affluent area within West Sussex, the estate is close to the world renowned
recreational facilities of the Goodwood Estate and Cowdray Park. Cowdray
Park Polo Club hosts matches every week from April to September, the main
event being the Gold Cup for the British Open Championship, attracting
many international players. Additionally, Goodwood Estate provides excellent
events such as the Festival of Speed and the Goodwood Revival, whilst horse
racing takes place regularly at Goodwood Racecourse.
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LOT 1 EASTERN COURT YARD
Site Description
The Eastern Courtyard is a cleared land parcel and benefits from two planning
permissions. It is currently utilised for temporary surface level resident’s car
parking. The first planning permission was granted in 2011 for 68 assisted
living units. The second planning permission was granted in 2016 for 28
houses and 20 apartments with a further variation to the 2016 permission.
Planning History
APPLICATION NUMBER DESCRIPTION
Assisted Living Scheme – this permission was varied by a
11/03635/FUL as varied by Section 73 variation planning, consented 29/11/2012. The
12/01392/FUL amendments sought under this permission did not relate
to the area of the site currently offered for sale.
COU from Assisted Living to Residential – granted
11/01/2016 for a change of use from Assisted Care Living
15/02213/FUL (Use Class C2) to Open Market Residential Properties
(Use Class C3). This permission has been implemented
and is extant.
Variation of Conditions to Residential Scheme –
granted 26/10/2018 to vary the wording of various
conditions to reduce level of details to be provided
18/02811/CND pre-commencement. This application also provided
the relevant information to discharge the remaining
pre-commencement conditions attached to permission
15/02213/FUL in order to allow for lawful implementation.
Certificate of Lawful Development - this certificate Indicative Site Boundary
granted on 19 February 2019 confirms that permission
18/06365/LDE
15/02213/FUL as varied by 18/02811/CND was lawfully
implemented on 12 December 2018. Eastern Courtyard East Elevation
Design Amends to Residential Scheme - application
approved 02/12/2019 for amendments to the design
and layouts of the East Apartments, East Courtyard
18/05992/CND
Terrace Houses and Superintendents Drive Houses and
to re-configure the vehicular access route into the East
Basement Car Park off Kings Drive.
Basement Car Park
The latest variation to the planning permission also includes a basement car Eastern Courtyard North Elevation
park consisting of 188 parking spaces.
The purchaser of the Eastern Courtyard will need to provide 74 car parking
spaces for the Sanatorium however, they will be provided with 96 spaces in
the west underground car park, which has already been developed. Please
be advised that the 96 spaces in the west underground car park, will only be
provided if the two land parcels are purchased together.
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LOT 2 WESTERN COURT YARD
Site Description
The Western Courtyard consists of a cleared land parcel with planning
permission for 51 apartments within a multi-storey block, southwest of the
former Chapel. The planning permissions granted permission for a single
block, however a Section 73 application has been submitted to vary the
design and layout, splitting the block into three separate buildings. This also
includes internal reconfigurations of layouts and the basement. A feature of
the design is the inclusion of private balconies or terraces for all apartments.
The West Apartments will include the delivery of a gymnasium that will need
to be made available for all residents across the Estate. The facilities will be
managed by the Estate Management Company.
Planning History
APPLICATION NUMBER DESCRIPTION
Residential Scheme - erection of 51 apartments
11/03635/FUL (11/03640/LBC) comprising 7 no. 1 bed, 41 no. 2 bed and 3 no. 4 bed
units
Amendments to Residential Scheme - amendments
to the proposals approved by permission 11/03635/
12/01392/FUL (12/01391/LIS)
FUL. Erection of 48 apartments, known as West
Apartments.
Design Amends - amendments to the design and
18/03485/CND* & 18/03486/
layouts associated with the West Apartments,
LIS
increasing the number of units from 48 to 51.
Section 73 Application - variation of Condition
1 on planning consent SDNP/12/01392/FUL. This
20/04766/CND - pending application is for the reordering of the approved West
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Apartments from one large block to three separate,
smaller buildings.
Western Elevation
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DEMOGRAPHICS PREVIOUS SALES DATA AND SUMMARY
The previous phases at King Edward VII Hospital, has FORECASTS The last remaining parcels at King Edward Hospital VII
demonstrated the buyer demographics that are drawn to present an excellent opportunity to develop a scheme within
this location. Previous phases undertaken by prestigious Across the estate, the previous phases have sold to provide an established estate located in the heart of the South Downs
developers, such as Millgate Homes, Metis Homes and CALA a firm evidence base of sales data. The benefits of place- National Park, surrounded by 165 acres of woodland. With
Homes have delivered premium houses which appeal to making have become obvious due to the sale prices achieved the benefit of existing place making and through delivery
affluent young families and up-sizers. In addition to this, the in the later phases of the development. Please refer to our of a high quality specification, we believe premium sales
conversion of the former sanatorium, undertaken by City & data room for a break down of these sales figures. values could be achieved for the proposed schemes. Despite
Country, has delivered large luxury apartments that have The average UK house price has continued to rise strongly challenging conditions throughout the last 18 months due
attracted downsizers and second-home owners seeking a in 2021, increasing by +5.6% in the first six months of the to COVID-19, the demand for properties in out of town rural
rural bolthole. year according to the Nationwide index. Despite the rush of locations has increased. The appeal of these properties tends
activity prior to the stamp duty deadlines of March and June, to be driven by proximity to the countryside and the provision
It is anticipated that the dwellings to be delivered by these of private and communal gardens.
last remaining parcels will continue to appeal to these buyer we are continuing to see elevated levels of demand against
types. The South East housing market has boomed during the the backdrop of limited supply. This imbalance looks set to
COVID-19 Pandemic, with demand for new-build properties maintain growth for the second half of the year meaning we
in rural locations such as Midhurst primarily being driven by a expect annual house price growth across the UK as a whole
change in consumer preferences. We expect the behavioural to end 2021 at 9.0%. Market in Minutes - Savills Research
changes that have evolved as a result of the COVID-19
Pandemic, most notably increased working from home and
a desire for additional space and gardens, will amplify the
demand for the proposed dwellings.
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TITLE AND TENURE VIEWINGS
The freehold interest in the sites will be Viewings are strictly by appointment only.
sold with vacant possession. Lot 1 and Lot Please contact Edward James or Tessa
2 are offered separately or together. Wright at Savills to make an appointment.
METHOD OF SALE DATA ROOM
The sites are offered for sale by informal Further information relating to the site is
tender unless sold prior. Offers are available for download from our online
invited for the freehold interests on an data room:
unconditional basis.
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right not to accept the highest or any offer,
withdraw the site from the market or to
alter the method of sale at any time.
CONTACT
For further information please contact:
VAT Edward James
The Vendors will not elect to charge VAT.
ejames@savills.com
07812 965300
Tessa Wright
tessa.wright@savills.com
07977 030108
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