West Marden, Chichester, PO18

DESCRIPTION: Having been owned by the NHS providing accommodation for local nurses and midwives, Nurses Cottage has been extended and updated by the current owner to create a comfortable and beautifully presented family home extending to some 2,172 sq. ft. The front door leads to a large entrance hall with stairs to the first floor and to a snug overlooking the front of the property. From the snug a door leads to the dining room with a window to the side and a door to the utility room with a range of wall and base cupboards, space and plumbing for a washing machine and a half glazed door to the garden. The kitchen can be accessed via an archway from the utility room and the entrance hall and comprises a range of contemporary style base and wall units, inset sink with mixer tap, integrated appliances including two Neff ovens, a steam oven, induction hob, built-in microwave and dishwasher. To the rear of the property is the sitting room which is dual aspect with a large bay window overlooking the garden, double doors leading to the terrace and garden and an Inglenook fireplace with woodburning stove. Completing the ground floor accommodation are two good sized double bedrooms. The master bedroom overlooks the front of the property and has a bay window, range of fitted floor to ceiling wardrobes and a modern �Jack & Jill� ensuite shower room with a second door off the hallway. The second bedroom has a large cupboard and an ensuite shower room. On the first floor are two good sized double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, a family bathroom and a useful loft storage space area accessed from bedroom 3. OUTSIDE: The property is screened to the front by a mature hedge and is approached via a gravel drive with parking and turning space for several cars. The driveway continues along the side of the house leading to a detached single garage with window and courtesy door to side. Adjacent to the rear of the house is a secluded paved terrace area ideal for alfresco dining. The main garden is laid to lawn bounded with flower and shrub borders, mature hedging and views over farmland beyond. At the end of the garden is a useful shed and greenhouse, the whole extends to approximately 0.22 of an acre. LOCATION: West Marden is located in the heart of the South Downs National Park to the north east of Chichester and provides excellent opportunities for walking, riding and other country pursuits. The village has a friendly local pub and is easily accessible to Emsworth and Petersfield whilst the nearby village of Compton has a Church, primary school and village pub. The Cathedral City of Chichester offers excellent high-street shopping, many fashionable restaurants, cafes and bars, a leisure centre with swimming pool, sports clubs, cinemas, and is home to the Pallant House Gallery and the renowned Festival Theatre. The Goodwood Estate, situated just to the north of Chichester, 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. INFORMATION: Services: All main, except gas. Local Authority: Chichester District Council. Council Tax Band: Band E Energy Rating: Band D