4 bed detached house for sale

Church Lane, Ferring, Worthing, West Sussex BN12

An exquisite detached four bedroomed detached Grade ll listed property located in the heart of Ferring. Steeped in the history of a bygone era this wonderful 18th Century cottage with its exposed beams, original brickwork, sash windows and predominantly flint construction has been tastefully modernised to create an elegant harmony between the old and new.

The main entrance to Holly Cottage is accessed under a covered portico welcoming you into a bright entrance hall. This leads to a very spacious and versatile reception room, currently utilised as a dining room and providing excellent entertaining space. The property benefits from a second sitting room that houses the original inglenook fireplace. Both rooms are full of character and overlook the gardens. Adjacent, to the rear of the property is a good sized kitchen/breakfast room with a well maintained gas fired aga, large pantry and stable doors leading onto a flagstone terrace - a real sun trap that provides the perfect place for outdoor dining in the warmer months. To the side of the kitchen is the utility room. A large downstairs shower room adds to the versatility of the downstairs accommodation.

A flight of stairs takes you up to a split landing. On your left is a pretty double aspect bedroom with a sink and plenty of eaves storage. To the right are three further well sized rooms that could provide three further double bedrooms. They are currently utilised as Main bedroom, dressing room and study. A modern family shower room makes up the rest of the upstairs accommodation. Further useful storage is accessed via two loft hatches along the landing.

Holly Cottage sits on a corner site opposite the Medieval church of St Andrews. There are mature gardens on three sides benefitting from well stocked and managed borders that provide a stunning display during the Spring and Summer. A mature Wisteria decorates the side elevation. A vegetable patch and new potting shed are towards the rear of the plot. There is also a detached garage with a pitched tile roof and window offering further versatility and possible development options, subject to the normal planning procedures. A gravel driveway to the side provides ample off road parking

Steeped in the history of a bygone era this wonderful 18th Century cottage with its exposed beams, original brickwork, sash windows and predominantly flint construction has been tastefully modernised to create an elegant harmony between the old and new. It will make a wonderful and unique home for anyone wishing to live in this very desirable coastal West Sussex location.