Prinsted Lane, Prinsted, Emsworth, Hampshire

West Cottage presents 3334 sq ft of light-filled accommodation arranged over two floors.

Whilst a degree of upgrading would enhance the property to meet with modern family lifestyles, the space, layout and desirable position create a compelling opportunity. Furthermore, it offers an exceptionally generous plot that may, subject to planning, afford potential development opportunity.

The spacious hallway has glazed double doors which open into the bright setting of a dining area, linked to the family/sitting room and to a generous living room. Feature fireplaces offer focal points and French doors allow a seamless connection with the garden. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with modern cabinetry, topped with stone work surfaces and ancillary space is provided by an adjacent utility room and separate boot room. A study completes the accommodation on the lower level.

A spacious first floor landing gives access to four good-sized bedrooms, all with en suite facilities, and the loft space covers the entire footprint of the house, offering scope for conversion, subject to planning permission. A lift is installed however this is currently out of service.

Planning: Prospective puchasers are advised to make their own enquiries of Chichester District Council.

Agents note: Please be advised that under certain circumstances our client may wish to incorporate a covenant in the sale of West Cottage, relating to an overage on this property in respect of possible future development of the site. Please speak to Strutt and Parker for more details of this.

A rustic brick and flint stone wall fronts the lane backed by shrubbery and trees with a wrought-iron pedestrian gate, and the driveway to the side provides parking, leading to the detached double garage. The garden is a tranquil haven with swathes of lawn, shrubs and mature trees with features including a pond with aquatic planting, and an outdoor pool with paved surround. A large south-facing paved terrace adjoins the rear of the house offering direct access from reception areas. The first floor balcony provides a further setting to enjoy the pleasing outlook over the garden.

Prinsted can claim to be one of West Sussex's best-kept secrets, a little-known village nestled on the shore of Chichester Harbour. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a water lover's paradise, with beautiful walks along the shore, a lively dinghy-sailing and watersports scene and two marinas close by. Prinsted is well connected, with the A259 close by giving easy access to Chichester and to Havant, where the fast train service into London Waterloo takes just over an hour. Just half a mile away is Southbourne with its church, library, post office, farm shop, chemist, doctor’s surgery, schools and supermarket. Also within easy reach is the harbourside market town of Emsworth with excellent facilities and a range of interesting and individual shops together with a medical centre and dental surgery, and well known eateries. The Cathedral City of Chichester has a range of cultural, leisure and shopping facilities including the renowned Festival Theatre, Pallant House Gallery, ancient cathedral, museums and a wide range of restaurants.