Detached house for sale in Level Mare Lane, Eastergate PO20

Nestled in the heart of approximately 1.5 acres of formal gardens enveloped by approximately 11 acres of mature ancient woodland, Westergate Wood is an elegant individually designed country house built with architects Coldwell and Courtauld in 1913. The property has been in the same family ownership from new and is now ready for a new owner to breath fresh life into it.

This charming home retains many of its original features including high ceilings, stunning timber panelling, brick mullion leaded light windows and generously proportioned rooms.

Within the grounds there is a tennis court, and a south facing terrace overlooking the gardens towards the woodland which is covered in an abundant carpet of bluebells and daffodils in the spring. With easy access to the A27 just to the north, the property is approached via a long private drive. A stable block is located in the paddock towards the southern boundary which could be reinstated. Westergate Wood will retain a vehicular right of way to the paddock via the secondary drive which serves Westergate Wood Cottages to the south of the property. The property is being sold with no onward chain.

Agents note: A right of way for maintenance / replacement of the private drainage system located at the south end of the paddock will be granted to the owners of Westergate Wood Cottages.

Arun District Council - 23/24 Tax Band H £4,298.28

From Chichester proceed east on the A27 and at the Fontwell roundabout take the third exit off into Fontwell Avenue. After Fontwell race course take the first turning on the right into Level Mare Lane and continue the end. Just before joining the A27 the private driveway to Westergate Wood is on the right.

Location

Situated within the parish of Aldingbourne, the property lies between Chichester and Arundel, both famous as cultural centres with cathedrals and annual festivities. Nearby is the village of Barnham offering everyday amenities including a railway station to London Victoria. Other leisure activities in the area include horse racing at Fontwell and Goodwood, walking and riding in the South Downs National Park and water sports along the South Coast. There are a number of good state and private schools in the area.