Detached period stone cottage in South Downs National Park
A traditional stone-built cottage set in the South Downs National Park, this detached four-bedroom home sits on a generous village plot with mature hedging and private gardens. The house retains strong period character — exposed beams, a large inglenook fireplace, timber-framed doors and two substantial stone garden stores — offering immediate charm and comfortable family living.
The layout includes a cosy living room, dining room open to a cottage-style kitchen, cellar storage, four bedrooms (including a master with ensuite), family bathroom and an attic room. Off-street gated parking and a covered cart-house/carport provide convenient vehicle space for several cars.
Practical considerations: the property is chain free but will require updating. The EPC is low (F), walls appear uninsulated, double glazing is pre-2002 and the main heating is an oil-fired boiler — all likely to need investment to improve energy efficiency and running costs. Council tax is noted as quite expensive.
This cottage will suit buyers looking for a character home in a tranquil village setting with scope to modernise and improve energy performance. For families it offers proximity to highly rated secondary schools and local village amenities within walking distance.