Church Cottage, Graffham, Petworth, GU28

Situated in the heart of Graffham village, the wing of a Grade II listed rectory with mature garden, double garage and separate workshop/studio.

DESCRIPTION:

Situated in the heart of this delightful Downland village, a wing of a Grade II listed rectory which is believed to date from the 1600's with later additions. Having been divided some 45 years ago, the property has been fully updated by the present owner and has a mature private rear garden, a double garage and a separate brick and flint workshop/studio.

A half glazed front door opens into the reception hall with oak flooring. Accessed from the hallway is a cloakroom and the kitchen/dining room which overlooks the front garden and has an extensive range of fitted base and wall cupboards, granite worksurfaces, Butler sink, range cooker with double oven, 5-ring gas hob and a cooker hood over. The drawing room has a large open fireplace with a flagstone hearth and fitted wood burner stove and several exposed beams. Glazed patio doors lead to the terrace and garden and there is a small study recess area.

From the entrance hall stairs lead to the first floor landing which has a large airing cupboard and a utility cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine. There are 3 good sized bedrooms, 2 having views over the front of the property towards the Church, a family bathroom and a separate WC.

The main garden lies to the side of the property with an extensive lawn with paved terrace and well stocked herbaceous beds, flowering shrubs and mature trees, timber built garden shed and secret sitting areas. The whole is very private and well screened.

To the south of the property a shared gravel driveway leads to gravel and concrete hard standing area with parking for 2/3 cars, leading to a substantial brick and tiled double garage with sliding timber door, useful loft storage space, electric light and power. Adjacent to the garage is a most attractive brick and flint workshop/studio 16' x 14'3 with a vaulted ceiling and exposed timbers, double Butler sink with mains water supply, brick flooring, open fireplace with Sussex hob grate, ceiling spotlights. Mains electricity connected and stable door. On the south side of the garage is a small walled vegetable garden with a peach and fig and apple tree.

LOCATION:

Graffham sits in the heart of the South Downs National Park approximately 5 miles south of Petworth and within 6 miles of Midhurst, some 15 miles north of Chichester. The village has its own thriving village shop, two local pubs, historic church, primary school and the reputable Seafood College is very close by. The area has many footpaths and bridleways on and around the South Downs for walking and riding.

The towns of Midhurst and Petworth are close by and provide for most everyday needs, whilst Guildford in Surrey and the Cathedral city of Chichester, both with renowned Theatres, are within easy reach and have more extensive shopping and leisure facilities. The A3 provides fast access to London, the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Southampton airports, whilst the mainline station at Haslemere provides a fast service to London Waterloo.

Midhurst and the surrounding area have much to offer with Polo at Cowdray Park, racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, golf at Cowdray Park, motor racing at the Goodwood circuit and sailing out of Chichester Harbour and other centres along the South Coast. There are many footpaths and bridleways in the area, excellent for walking and riding.

SERVICES: Mains water and electricity. Ceptic tank drainage.

EPC: Not Required

Local Authority: Chichester District Council

Council Tax Band: Band F