Sunnyway, Bosham, Chichester, West Sussex

Built by the owner and completed in 1998, Oak Lodge is an enchanting home which showcases oak-framed architecture and provides a flexible and relaxed living environment. The mellow hues of wood flooring, oak planked doors, casings and beams provides a warm welcome on entering the reception hall and gives a flavour of the charismatic interiors, whist galleried landings afford glimpses of the accommodation above. A charming living room is centred around a feature fireplace with inset wood-burning stove and an adjoining dining area offers the perfect setting to host family and friends. With a step down onto its flagstone flooring, the conservatory provides a light-filled space where the garden can be enjoyed throughout the seasons and a door to the garden terrace extends the inside to the outside. Fitted with cream-coloured Shaker style cabinetry and a Belfast sink, the kitchen has space for informal dining and an exit route into the rear garden. The bedroom accommodation is arranged over three floors, with the en suite principal room and one other on the ground level. The roomy landing provides an additional seating or study area and gives access to two further bedrooms and a family bathroom which features a vintage freestanding bath and crossbeam partition. A ladder stairway rises to the mezzanine level under the rafters at the top of the house, which offers an additional bedroom or office/studio space.

The garden at Oak Lodge offers a tranquil, outdoor haven with areas of lawn, specimen and mature trees including a Tulip tree, and a delightful pond feature with paved edging and a timber bridge with passage across to a pretty summerhouse. A paved seating area alongside the water provides a peaceful spot to sit and observe the birds and insects attracted to the still shallows. Adjoining the rear of the house, a paved terrace offers opportunities for al fresco dining and relaxation whilst enjoying the sunny, southerly aspect. At the frontage, mature borders flank the gravelled driveway which approaches the property and provides parking for vehicles and boats, as well as leading to a substantial detached brick built double garage.

The property is situated in a secluded setting
in the much-favoured waterside village of
Bosham, just moments from the harbour. Its
historic high street offers local shops, public
houses, cafes, a convenience store and primary
school. Quay Meadow, Bosham Sailing club and
its famous Saxon church are also located here.
The popular sailing club attracts dinghy sailors
and yachtsmen, with access to excellent sailing
within the harbour and the Solent beyond.
Chichester to the east offers a broad range
of shopping, leisure and cultural amenities,
including the Festival Theatre, and provides a
mainline railway station with services to London
Victoria (1hr 33 minutes). There is a useful halt
at Bosham, whilst Havant to the west offers a
faster (70 minutes) service to London Waterloo.
Leisure pursuits within the area, in addition
to sailing, include horseracing at Goodwood's
famous racecourse, whilst also hosting events
for motor enthusiasts, and providing access to
several golf courses. Walking and horse riding
can also be enjoyed on the many miles of foot
and bridlepaths along the South Downs National
Park, around Chichester harbour and along the
beautiful sandy beaches at West Wittering.
Well-regarded schooling in the vicinity includes
Bishop Luffa School, The Prebendal School,
Westbourne House and Portsmouth Grammar
School.