Property description
*LOCATION LOCATION*
A very pretty detached Grade II listed cottage boasting an abundance of charm and character, situated in the picturesque downland village of Amberley within walking distance of the local inn, village shop and stunning countryside.
DESCRIPTION
This charming home dates back to the 17th century and provides an ideal opportunity to acquire a quintessential cottage in this sought after village, nestled at the foot South Downs. Fine period features of this beautifully presented property include inglenook fireplaces, exposed beams, some wood panelled and stone walls, and a thatched roof.
The accommodation comprises:
Entrance Porch with stable door, pitched roof and solid timber front door to:
Dining Room Flagged stone floor and a stunning inglenook fireplace housing wood burning stove with brick and stone surround, oak bressummer over.
Inner Hall with quarry tiled floor and exposed stone walls.
Vaulted Utility Room with brick floor and exposed beams. A range of units with work top over, sink unit, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for tumbler dryer and freezer. Door to the side and oil fired boiler.
Cloakroom Low level WC and wash hand basin. Quarry tiled floor, brick and stone walls.
Sitting Room A delightful room featuring a stunning inglenook fireplace housing wood burning stove with raised hearth and brick surround, oak bressummer over. Exposed beams, oak floor and delightful outlook to garden.
Kitchen An attractive country-style kitchen with base units, built-in fridge and single oven. Range of work surfaces with stainless steel sink and ceramic hob, small serving hatch, vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers, quarry tiled floor, Velux windows and deep low window display shelf.
Family Room/Bedroom 3 A particularly bright room which could be used as a study, family room, or third bedroom.
First Floor Landing Exposed beams. Opening through to a further landing, airing cupboard with thermostat and programmer. Window to front aspect.
Bedroom 1 Vaulted ceiling. Double wardrobe and further walk-in storage cupboard.
Bedroom 2 Vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. N.B. This room has a low door.
Bathroom Suite comprising P-shaped bath with shower attachment and mixer tap, WC and wash hand basin. Oak shelving and painted wood floor. Exposed beams.
OUTSIDE
A shared brick paved driveway leads to a detached garage with power and light, double timber doors, generous loft space and a side personal door. The raised front garden has well stocked shrubs, wild flowers and climbers. To the rear of the cottage there is a lovely courtyard garden, screened by hedging and attractive stone walling. There are a variety of well stocked flower and shrub beds with a feature well, along with a side access gate.
AMENITIES
Local: Amberley has a local shop, Post Office, primary school, public houses, tea rooms, and a mainline railway station. Comprehensive shopping facilities and amenities can be found at Storrington.
Villages and Towns: Storrington (approximately 4.1 miles), Pulborough (approximately 5.7 miles), Arundel (approximately 5.9 miles), Littlehampton (approximately 9.2 miles), Chichester (approximately 13.3 miles).
Transport: Amberley mainline railway station (approximately 1.1 miles), Pulborough mainline station (approximately 6 miles), both with services to London Victoria. Access to the A24 for the M25 to London, Gatwick Airport and the national motorway network.
Schools: Amberley C of E Primary, Bury C of E Primary, Storrington Primary, Steyning Grammar, Rydon Community. There are also a range of private schools in the area.
Leisure: Amberley Museum, public footpaths and bridleways along the neighbouring South Downs. Southdown Gliding Club at Parham, Parham House and Gardens, Chanctonbury Leisure Centre with gym in Storrington, cross county schooling course at Coombelands Equestrian at Pulborough, horse racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, polo at Cowdray and Knepp Castle, golf at The West Sussex course at Pulborough, the Festival of Speed at Goodwood, theatres at Horsham, Guildford and Chichester.
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