Property description
THE PROPERTY Sailing Free is a stunning opulent residence on one of the most prestigious marine estates in the South of England.
Set in a prime corner position in the exclusive Willowhayne private sea estate, and presented to an exceptional standard, Sailing Free sits well in its South West facing gardens and boasts a high degree of privacy with accommodation of approximately 2200 sq.ft. arranged over one level.
The property can be approached from dual entrances with a sweeping block paved carriage driveway linking the two, and giving way to the double garaging.
There is a large welcoming entrance hall with a plethora of storage cupboards and glazed double doors opening into the South West facing reception rooms. This impressive area is open plan and comprises of a winter sitting room with fireplace, formal dining area and summer lounge with bi -folding doors on two aspects leading to the enclosed gardens.
The kitchen/breakfast room is of the highest quality, incorporating top of the range appliances with doors leading to a utility room and rear gardens.
There are three bedrooms in total, with the principle rooms benefiting from beautifully appointed bathroom suites, with porcelain tiles. The third bedroom is a generous double and is served by the family bathroom, which is accessed from the inner hallway.
Outside
To the front there are duel entrances flanked by brick pillars leading to a sweeping carriage driveway, allowing parking for several vehicles. The front lawns and planting have been designed to offer a degree of seclusion whilst softening the walled rear gardens, which can be accessed from the front via secure gates. The rear gardens consist of well kept lawns, low maintenance mature trees and tropical plants with a private patio to the west and north of the property, with an area designed to house a BBQ . Well hidden to the East and adjoining the garaging is a parcel of land housing a large timber shed.
Of particular note is the detached studio/office located in the gardens. This versatile space is fully insulated and benefits from its own power and light.
THE LOCATION The Willowhayne is a private Sea Estate on the coast at East Preston. East Preston Village itself lies between Chichester and Brighton and has become a popular location for second homeowners commuting from London. With some of the most popular towns within striking distance including the cathedral town of Arundel with its impressive Norman castle sitting on the boundary of the South Downs National Park. Made famous internationally for its antique dealerships and once a thriving fishing town, now the public houses and fisherman\‘s cottages have made way for traditional tearooms, boutiques and an eclectic mix of independent restaurants. Well known for its numerous festivals throughout the year including the Art trail, Food Festival and Arundel by Candlelight.
Chichester is only 15 miles to the west with a direct route via the A27. This pretty pedestrianized town offers a superb range of shopping facilities from well-known national chains to independently owned boutiques. Chichester also offers the Festival Theatre, racing at the famous Goodwood circuits and sailing from Itchenor and the Witterings.
East Preston is some 62 miles from London, with a main line train station from Angmering to London Victoria in approximately 1 1&8260;2 hours. The A27 divides this region of West Sussex and offers a quick link to the A3 to London and the West Country. Gatwick airport is less than 50 miles via the A24 or 90 minutes by train.