£585,000
4 bed detached house for sale4 Seal Road, Selsey PO20
4 beds
2 baths
2 receptions
- Freehold
Gilbert and Cleveland
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About this property
Detached house of character
South of village
close to seafront & enjoying sea views from first floor
two reception rooms
four/five bedrooms
south facing garden
ample off-street parking
EPC tbc
'The Hive' is a charming detached period home with original features, sea views and a south facing rear garden. Built in 1912, this characterful and spacious four/five bedroom family home is situated on a highly sought-after residential road to the south of the village, just one street back from the seafront, offering a rare combination of coastal location, period charm and modern convenience. The property enjoys sea views from the first floor and boasts a wealth of original features throughout. Inside the accommodation is bright, flexible and well-proportioned. The welcoming reception space houses a beautiful Inglenook fireplace while several of the bedrooms retain original cast iron fireplaces; these features together with traditional detailing add to the home's timeless appeal.
Overdoor porch canopy. Hardwood front door with matching stained glass side light to entrance hall Stairs to first floor and landing. Radiator. Wall mounted electric meter and fuse-box. Engineered oak wood flooring to the majority of the ground floor.
Living room 15' 6" (4.72m) x 12' 3" (3.73m)::
Measurement excludes the Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove. Radiator. French doors to:-
inner lobby 5' 10" (1.78m) x 7' 9" (2.36m)::
Brick-built with a polycarbonate roof. Measurement excludes a range of built-in cupboard storage with internal shelving. Door to:-
ground floor shower room
White suite of corner hydro-shower cubicle, low level WC and wash hand basin with mixer tap over. Radiator.
Ground floor bedroom one 13' 9" (4.19m) x 13' (3.96m)::
Measurement excludes a range of built-in wardrobe storage and an additional fitted mirror-fronted cupboard. Radiator. Doors to rear garden.
Snug/bedroom five 10' 11" (3.33m) x 9' 8" (2.95m)::
Measurement is to either side of chimney breast and includes a range of built-in wardrobe cupboards. Radiator.
Kitchen/breakfast room 15' 1" (4.60m) x 11' (3.35m)::
Measurement is to either side of the chimney breast. Fitted in a matching range of blue 'Shaker' style base and wall mounted units providing comprehensive cupboard and drawer storage; wooden work surfaces over. Inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap, integrated dishwasher and washing machine below. Free-standing Range cooker with seven-burner gas hob and extractor hood above. Space for free-standing fridge/freezer. Built-in breakfast bar with display cabinet over plus additional shelving. Part-tiling to walls. Tiled floor. French doors to rear garden. Wall mounted Ideal boiler, newly installed in 2025 and supplying central heating and domestic hot water.
Stairs to first floor and landing with sea view. Access to roof space via wooden ladder, housing hot water tank. Radiator.
Bedroom two 11' 10" (3.61m) x 9' 5" (2.87m)::
Narrowing to 8'8 (2.64m), accommodating chimney breast with original cast iron fireplace. Measurement excludes a range of built-in wardrobe storage. Two additional wardrobe cupboards and overhead storage create a bed recess. Radiator. Wood laminate flooring.
Bedroom three 15' 3" (4.65m) x 8' (2.44m)::
Measurement excludes built-in wardrobe cupboard storage to either side of fireplace which features a cast iron fire. Twin aspect. Sea views. Access to eaves storage.
Bedroom four 13' 6" (4.11m) x 8' 2" (2.49m)::
Maximum measurement, excluding a range of built-in wardrobe cupboards. Built-in desk with shelving over. Radiator.
Bathroom
Part-tiled with a white suite of bath with mixer tap; low level WC and wash hand basin with cupboard storage beneath. Radiator. Wood flooring.
Outside
The property is approached over a driveway providing ample off-street parking.
The front garden is enclosed by dwarf brick walling and features a gated pathway to the front door, laid mainly to lawn with mature shrubs and plants which evoke a classic cottage-garden feel.
Gated side access leads to the south facing rear garden which measures approximately 70' (21.34m) x 40' (12.19m) (minimum measurement) and is a standout feature of the property, enclosed by fencing and planted with mature borders, offering a wonderful space for both relaxing and entertaining. A decked area adjacent to the house provides an ideal spot for alfresco dining and a further decked sun terrace with a pergola offers a peaceful retreat. Completing the garden are a summerhouse and workshop, both benefiting from electric light and power, offering excellent versatility and storage.
Viewing
By appointment with Gilbert & Cleveland.
25-3743 rd 10.07.25
Council Tax Band - D
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