Property description
An outstanding 1920s detached character residence situated in a convenient non-estate location to the north of Emsworth town centre.
Having been comprehensively and thoughtfully extended and improved by the current owners, this beautifully presented home offers a fantastic layout extending to approximately 2947 sq ft (including garage and annexe), and features the perfect balance of original features and modern conveniences.
A covered entrance opens into the entrance hall featuring a beautifully tiled floor, original staircase to the first floor, and cloakroom. There are three reception rooms; a dual aspect sitting room with ornate fireplace and French doors opening out to the garden, a family room with bay window and open fireplace, and a well proportioned garden aspect study. The stunning triple aspect kitchen/dining room with vaulted ceiling, is fitted with a bespoke range of oak units set under granite work surfaces, incorporating a central island unit, Aga and butler style sink. The open-plan dining area has a further range of units, space for a family sized dining table, and a small study area. There is a good sized utility fitted with additional units, butler sink, and integral door to the garage. This desirable home has the rare advantage of a detached ensuite annexe with its own central heating system.
There are four double bedrooms and three well appointed bathrooms arranged over the first and second floors, with the second floor master bedroom suite being a particular attraction.
Outside
The generous driveway provides parking for several cars and leads to the attached garage with newly installed doors, power/lighting connected, and eaves storage over the rear workshop area. The good sized rear garden is mostly laid to lawn with a large paved patio area at the rear of the house providing easy access to the annexe. Throughout the garden borders feature a good variety of plants, flowering shrubs and specimen trees.
The Area
The picturesque harbourside town centre of Emsworth lies just over a mile to the south with its excellent variety of local shops, pubs, restaurants and two sailing clubs. Emsworth sits at the top of Chichester harbour and there are several walks nearby including routes to Langstone and the coastal footpath around Thorney Island, part of which is an RSPB nature reserve. This appealing home is also ideally placed for those seeking a semi-rural environment with the protected Hollybank Woods and footpaths leading to Stansted and Rowlands Castle nearby. The cathedral city of Chichester is situated approximately 8 miles to the east and offers excellent high street shopping and leisure facilities to suit all.
Property Features :
- Extended 1920s detached home
- Three reception rooms
- Stunning kitchen/dining room
- Four bedrooms
- Three bathrooms (2 ensuite)