4 bed detached house for sale

Highleigh Road, Highleigh, Chichester, West Sussex PO20

Brook Cottage is a quintessential thatched period village property, Listed Grade II, offering beautifully presented accommodation of great charm and character throughout.

The property is located in this quiet and pleasant rural position with far reaching views at the end of the garden over adjoining farmland.

Brook Cottage exudes character throughout and benefits from a welcoming reception hall, dining room and bespoke hand made kitchen. The ground floor also boasts a magnificent sitting room with large inglenook fireplace as well as a separate snug. The ground floor has solid oak flooring throughout and a wealth of both exposed ceiling and wall timbers. There is also a ground floor cloakroom.

On the first floor there is a part-galleried first floor landing which overlooks the rear garden. There are three bedrooms, the master having an en-suite shower room. There is also a separate bathroom and a fourth bedroom/study. The property is approached via a long gravel driveway leading to an area of ample parking and a detached double garage. The rear gardens are a particular feature of the property and provide a wonderful backdrop to this delightful period cottage. The rear gardens comprise of extensive lawns, entertaining terraces and all enclosed by a number of mature trees and hedging. At the rear of the garden there is a wonderful outlook over open farmland.

The semi-rural hamlet of Highleigh lies approximately 5 miles to the south of Chichester and only 2.5 miles from Chichester Marina. Highleigh is also accessible to the beaches of West Wittering and the picturesque Pagham Nature Reserve can be found within 2 miles. Sidlesham itself has its own local primary school and in the nearby village of Birdham there is a local store, post office, parish church and further primary school.

The historic city of Chichester offers comprehensive shopping facilities and a choice of social and recreational activities, all of which are accessible from the predominantly pedestrianised areas within the city walls. Cultural activities include the Chichester Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery. Goodwood can be found approximately 2 miles to the north of Chichester and has its own private country club, golf course and hosts the annual Festival of Speed meeting and the September Revival three day event at its historic motor circuit. Sailing facilities can be found at Chichester Marina and Birdham Pool. The blue flag beaches and National Trust Reserve at East Head can be found within approximately 5.5 miles.