Acre Street, West Wittering, Chichester, PO20

The impressive open plan living area has a light, contemporary decorative design with lantern light and large windows flooding the area with natural light and affording far-reaching views over the neighbouring fields. This area also has underfloor heating and a cheerful wood-burning stove so this room is equally inviting after a winter's walk on the beach. The sleek contemporary kitchen has polished stone worksurfaces and breakfast bar together with a good range of fitted appliances. Double doors open directly onto the terrace and garden whilst the dining area has picture windows providing dramatic views over farmland. A separate cosy snug/office provides a peaceful space for work or relaxation away from the main living area. A ground floor cloakroom with shower and utility area provides a useful space for changing and washing of kit after sailing or beach walks.

On the first floor there are four bedrooms served by a well-appointed family bathroom.

A south facing front garden with gated entrance and gravelled driveway provides casual parking. Double doors open directly from the kitchen/dining area onto the terrace which has stunning views over the rural surroundings and makes an ideal area for outside entertaining. The easily maintained garden is enclosed by post and rail fencing and conservation hedging, providing a private and peaceful outdoor space.

Acre Street is a tree-lined lane in rural surroundings on the edge of West Wittering and within easy reach of Itchenor and its well-known sailing club. The village of West Wittering has an excellent range of amenities including a parish church, primary school, village pub, local shops and sailing club.

More comprehensive shopping facilities providing for most everyday needs are also available in nearby East Wittering and these include two supermarkets, a fishmonger, butchers, chemist and greengrocer. West Wittering is famous for the sandy beaches of the National Trust Reserve at East Head with its beautiful walks over the sand dunes and stunning views across The Solent to the Nab Tower and the Isle of Wight. Both the beaches of East and West Wittering are a haven for windsurfers, landboarders and kitesurfers. The waters of Chichester Harbour provide some of the best sailing facilities on the south coast within easy reach of London and there are a number of nearby sailing clubs, most notably at West Wittering itself, Itchenor and at Chichester Marina near Birdham. West Wittering cricket and croquet club is also close by. The cathedral city of Chichester, some 7.5 miles to the north, provides comprehensive amenities arranged partly within its pedestrianised centre. There is also a mainline station with a regular service to London Victoria in about 1 hour 40 minutes. Other high profile attractions in the area include Glorious Goodwood with its internationally known racecourse and for car enthusiasts its annual Festival of Speed and the Revival Meeting at its historic motor circuit.

To the north of Chichester lies the rich and varied countryside of the South Downs National Park with many miles of bridle and footpaths, pretty rural villages and traditional country pubs.