6 bedroom detached house to rent

A stunning period house, tucked away in a private position close to the historic town of Petworth and within easy walking distance of the shops. Very well presented and comfortable accommodation with much charm and character that includes a separate, self contained, furnished one bedroom flat. Private south facing garden and stunning rural views. Available immediately.


DESCRIPTION
A stunning 5 bedroom period house with a newly refurbished, furnished, one bedroom flat with own entrance, tucked away in a very quiet and private position at the edge of Petworth Town and within easy walking distance of the shops. The main house was extensively refurbished by the owners a few years ago and offers excellent accommodation that includes some lovely period features as well as a modern kitchen and modern bathrooms, plus a woodburning stove in the drawing room. The house is also fitted with curtains and blinds. There is a lovely private, mature garden and some beautiful and far-reaching rural views over open countryside and to the South Downs in the distance. In addition, there is a separate entrance drive providing ample parking. Available immediately for a long term let.

LOCATION AND AMENITIES
Petworth is a picturesque and historic old market town dominated by Petworth House with its beautiful 750 acres of parkland designed by Capability Brown and has an excellent range of quality independent and specialist shops, restaurants and other amenities. It is located within the South Downs National Park and has a primary school, three churches, various sporting facilities and a range of vibrant societies including the annual Petworth music and literary festivals. Midhurst (6 miles) has an excellent range of shops as well as the world renowned Cowdray Park Polo Ground and the Cowdray Golf Club. Chichester (15 miles) provides a broader choice with all the major supermarkets and its well renowned Festival Theatre. In addition, there is horseracing, golf and lots for the motor enthusiast at the famous Goodwood Estate (13 miles). The area provides a good choice of state and independent schools. Pulborough mainline station (4 miles) provides a service to Gatwick, London Bridge and Victoria (70 mins) and along the coast. Haslemere Station (10 miles) has a fast service to Waterloo (57 mins).?

OUTGOINGS & SERVICES
Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating via radiators. The tenant will be responsible for the payment of all outgoings including communication services (telephone/internet/Sky) and TV Licence and private drainage.

MAINTENANCE
The landlord will be responsible for the exterior and the structure of the house, including maintaining the garden. The Tenant will be responsible for maintaining the interior of the property.

EPC - E (52) Main house
EPC – E (54) Separate flat

COUNCIL TAX
Main house G £3,954.93 (2025/2026)
Separate flat A £1,581.97 (2025/2026)

TENANCY
The property is to be let unfurnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for a minimum period of 12 months.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING DEPOSIT
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will issue third-party referencing forms for completion and collect the Holding Deposit (equivalent to one weeks rent).

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 6 weeks’ rent will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton as a stakeholder in a designated account protected by RICS Client Money Protection and will be registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS).

DIRECTIONS
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VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the letting agent
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