Charming character cottage with farmland views.
DescriptionDownsview is a beautiful, Grade II Listed character cottage on the edge of the village of Duncton that enjoys sensational views across adjoining farmland while being a mere 1.5km from the foot of the South Downs which, themselves, create a beautiful backdrop for the village as a whole. The property itself combines rendered, brick and stone-built exteriors, showcasing its original charm.
On entering the cottage via the gabled porch, there is a characterful sitting room complete with a beamed ceiling and a brick-built fireplace that houses a log burning stove. A door leads to the kitchen, equipped with a range of units and under-stair larder. The ground floor also offers a dining room with terrace and garden access and a dual-aspect family room, also with access to the terrace. A family shower room and a boiler room complete the ground floor layout. On the first floor, are three double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is well-proportioned and features a brick fireplace. The first floor also includes a family bathroom.
The property enjoys a private driveway to the front of the cottage, providing ample parking where there is also a charming rose garden with white picket fencing. The spacious garden predominantly consists of a well-maintained lawn, well-stocked herbaceous borders, mature trees and hedging that create a real feature for the property as a whole. Additionally, there is a separate potting shed and a workshop/garden store.
LocationDuncton is a village in the lee of the South Downs and is in the heart of the South Downs National Park, approximately 3 miles south of the market town of Petworth. There are two parish churches in the village, The Cricketers public house, a primary school and Seaford College.
Nearby Petworth is a picturesque market town with a good selection of shops and restaurants, surrounded by rolling countryside. Adjoining the town is Petworth House and Park, owned by the National Trust. In July, the annual Petworth Festival takes place in the town, with other concerts and activities taking place throughout the year. There are numerous sporting activities available in the area, including several local golf courses, racing at Goodwood and polo at Cowdray Park.
Rail services are available from Haslemere station to London Waterloo and from Pulborough station to Gatwick and London Victoria.All distances and journey times are approximate.
Square Footage: 1,354 sq ft
Acreage: 0.33 Acres
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Additional InfoChichester District Council, council tax band, F.
Services: Mains water and electricity, private drainage and oil fired central heating.