3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

An elegantly restored Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse, featuring a generous garden and situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Westbourne, only a short distance from the harbour at Emsworth.


Offering over 1,600 sq ft of light-filled accommodation arranged across three floors, this semi-detached townhouse has been thoughtfully renovated to a beautiful standard while preserving its character and abundance of period features. Highlights include the original staircase, ornate fireplaces, sash windows, and traditional tiled flooring.

On arrival, a welcoming dining room with classic wood shutters sets the tone, leading to a practical utility room with a downstairs WC, plumbing for appliances, and space for an American-style fridge freezer. The Neptune-designed kitchen is a true showpiece, fitted with solid oak cabinetry, hand-painted doors, antique brass fittings, and luxurious honed Carrara marble worktops. It also benefits from a Falcon dual fuel range cooker, Perrin & Rowe brass taps throughout, and stylish Pooky wall lights. The sitting room provides a warm and inviting retreat, complete with a working fireplace in a marble surround and wide-plank oak flooring.

The first floor comprises the main bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a generously proportioned second bedroom, and a spacious landing, currently arranged as a home office. A family bathroom with a freestanding bath and Perrin & Rowe fittings completes this level. The top floor features a versatile loft room enhanced by a newly installed Velux skylight.

The property has been rewired and fitted with new sockets, contemporary lighting, and a modern central heating system featuring elegant column radiators throughout. Acoustic plasterboarding between rooms enhances privacy, while a comprehensive fire detection system provides peace of mind on every floor.

Outside

The property enjoys a beautifully enclosed walled garden, perfectly complementing its Georgian charm. A characterful well and log store add both appeal and practicality, while the south-westerly aspect ensures the garden is bathed in sunlight. Well-established borders and mature shrubs create a tranquil, picturesque setting, with a flagstone terrace providing the ideal space for alfresco dining and entertaining.

Location

The Square is an attractive setting of period homes at the heart of Westbourne, a picturesque village on the River Ems and just a short distance from the coast. The village offers a range of everyday amenities including a Co-op, several welcoming pubs and cafés, and a primary school. Nearby Emsworth is a thriving harbour town, well known for sailing, paddleboarding, and a variety of watersports. Emsworth Harbour itself forms part of Chichester Harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (National Landscape). Excellent transport links are provided by local train stations at Emsworth, Havant and Southbourne, with services to London and along the south coast. The area is highly sought after by both families and retirees, with opportunities for walking in the South Downs, golf, beaches, and sailing at the Witterings. Goodwood, renowned for its horse and motor racing, flying, Festival of Speed, and Goodwood Revival, is also within easy reach.