Singleton, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18

A stylish, contemporary detached house (2,214 sq ft) set in the midst of the South Downs National Park within a couple miles of Goodwood. Allowing flexible accommodation, the property benefits from a stunning two-storey wing, a recently constructed family room and a further self-contained and detached home office building making an ideal adaptable family home with income opportunities.

From the inner hallway of the original section of the property a white painteThis attractive detached contemporary home has been subject to extensive refurbishment and enlargement.

The heart of Orchard House is a light, airy and high quality German shaker-style kitchen and dining space, which features French limed oak flooring throughout. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, allowing ample storage space, along with integrated appliances. A west-facing window bay provides a light filled family dining space, and to the side there is a useful utility room.

The double aspect sitting room with inset log burner opens into a recently constructed family room filled with natural light by floor to ceiling windows and roof lantern. Double doors open onto the private south-facing terrace and garden with views of the Downs.

A particular feature is the recently constructed wing. With underfloor heating featuring throughout the ground floor, this superb addition provides a spacious reception hall/vestibule (to the entire property), with attractive slate tiling and hidden wall units. To one side there is a spacious double height south-facing sitting/cinema room featuring a built-in projector, surround sound system and engineered wood flooring. Adjacent there is a ground floor shower/wet room with built-in speakers. Ideal for guest accommodation, stairs lead to a mezzanind staircase rises to the first floor landing giving access to the bedrooms, including the principal bedroom with en suite shower and WC, and the family bathroom. All bedrooms have views of the surrounding Downs.

Orchard House has the benefit of NEST thermostat control throughout.

Outbuildings and Garden

The front of the property features a broad Cotswold stone chipping driveway and lawn accessed via a driveway with two separate five bar gates. The driveway could easily accommodate a caravan or boat in addition to several parking spaces. A substantial double garage (open fronted) provides ample space for two cars or storage and single phase electrics prepared for charging electric vehicles. A detached building to the front of the property was originally the village shop, since converted and used by the present owners for home working but with potential for further conversion for use as a fifth double bedroom with en suite.

The south-facing garden is sheltered and private, with views to the downs. A large paved terrace, accessed from the main entrance vestibule and the double doors from the family room, extends around the rear and sides of the house, connecting the various external spaces. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with flowering shrubs and plants within the raised borders. Around to the west side of the house where there is a secluded terrace area which is also accessed from the utility room. A further feature, and situated to the rear of the garden, is a detached studio with power and phone charging points.

Location

The village of Singleton lies between Chichester and Midhurst and within 2 miles of Goodwood, in the South Downs National Park. There are numerous attractions in the local area with West Dean Gardens nearby, and the Weald & Downland Open Air Museum within walking distance. Singleton, with its excellent pub, primary school, fine village cricket green, playground and church is surrounded by some of the prettiest countryside in West Sussex and yet within easy reach of Chichester and Goodwood. The popular primary school in West Dean, along with West Deans village shop and Tea rooms are just a short drive away. The rich countryside of the South Downs is immediately to hand with a varied choice of footpaths and bridleways. Singleton further benefits with a bus service linking Chichester to the south and Midhurst to the north.

Nearby Goodwood is internationally known for its famous racecourse and also provides a country club with tennis courts and two 18-hole golf courses. The annual Festival of Speed held at Goodwood has become a prominent international event as has the Revival of its historic motor circuit, celebrated with a 3-day event each year. The airfield close to the motor circuit also provides facilities for private aircraft. Chichester can be found approximately 7 miles to the south and provides a comprehensive range of shopping amenities, arranged partly within its pedestrianised centre dominated by the Norman cathedral and ancient city walls. The arts are well represented with facilities including the internationally known Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery housing one of the best modern art collections in the country. The West Sussex coast provides many other attractions with the waters of The Solent being particularly popular with sailors. There are a number of well known sailing clubs, most notably at Bosham, Itchenor, Chichester Marina and Birdham. The National Trust Reserve of East Head and its adjacent West Wittering beaches are some of the best areas of coastline in the south of England.