Detached house for sale in Hotham Park House, High Street, Bognor Regis PO21

Hotham Park House is an elegant Grade II* listed 18th-century country mansion house and stands in the 22-acre Hotham Park, now a public open space.

Description:

The principal apartment consisting of the entire front of the house on two floors forms part of the main house, which exudes timeless grandeur and is a fine example of late 18th Century architecture. Having been completely renovated and redecorated by the current owners this impressive stucco fronted property boasts a plethora of features associated with this period of architecture including cornices, original folding wooden shutters, original fireplace surrounds in the morning room, drawing room and master bedroom, exceptionally high ceilings and tall sash windows which flood the property with natural light. The entrance of the property boasts classical elements such as columns and cast-iron railings lending a neoclassical touch.

This iconic building stands as a testament to the town's rich heritage and is an architectural gem steeped in history and sophistication.

The accommodation includes a grand entrance hall with sweeping staircase to the first floor, cloakroom (accessed from the half landing), impressive drawing room with bay window overlooking the front of the property, morning room with patio doors onto the mosaic terrace and a hidden door leading into the kitchen/breakfast room with double doors opening onto the terrace. On the first floor, accessed from the galleried landing, is the master bedroom suite with ensuite bathroom and dressing room, second bedroom with bathroom ensuite and a large study/library which can also be used as bedroom 3.

Outside there is a large private garden, a gardeners Bothy and a substantial vegetable garden. There is also a large double garage, workshop and a gravel parking courtyard to the front of the house operated on a first come first serve basis.

Note: Contents may be available by separate negotiation.

Services: All main

EPC Rating: N/A

Council Tax: Band F

Local Authority: Arun District Council

Lease Terms: 107 years remaining.

We understand Arun own the freehold of the building. Furthermore, we understand the owner of Flat 1 Hotham House, holds the head lease for the four remaining flats.

Maintenance Charge: £5,000 per annum (£2,500 paid twice a year). N.B. The clock tower is maintained by Arun District Council

Ground Rent: £70.00 per annum.

Location:

Hotham Park House is located in the popular seaside town of Bognor Regis, situated a short distance from the high street and train station. Leisure facilities in the area include Bognor Regis Golf Club and Felpham Sailing Club. Some 8 miles to the north-west lies the cathedral city of Chichester offering excellent high-street shopping, many fashionable restaurants, cafes, bars, a leisure centre with swimming pool, sports clubs, cinemas, and is home to the Pallant House Gallery and the renowned Festival Theatre. Just to the north of Chichester is the beautiful South Downs National Park and the Goodwood Estate, which is famous for its many sporting event days including the much-celebrated Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival for motor racing enthusiasts, and a season of horseracing including the Glorious Goodwood Festival.

Directions:
From the Pier in the centre of Bognor Regis proceed eastwards along the Esplanade following the road sharply round to the left into Gloucester Road. At the mini roundabout take the 2nd exit and continue to the next roundabout and take the first exit into the entrance into Hotham Park and bear left following the driveway to the house.<br /><br />