Stoke Road, West Stoke, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18

Kingley Vale House is a delightful period property, Grade II listed, standing within lovely gardens on the edge of West Stoke, a highly regarded South Downs village just 5 minutes drive from Bosham and the shores of Chichester Harbour.

The house, with it charming elevations of galletted flint, has been the subject of an extensive programme of restoration, extension and re-design over the last few years so that it now offers a beautifully presented interior, welcoming atmosphere and much creative style. Of particular note, the addition of a vaulted kitchen / breakfast / family room, with pairs of attractive doors to the east and south, overlooking the gardens, is a delight, as are the cosy drawing room, elegant dining room and snug. The family bathroom has been transformed and an appealing arrangement in bedroom 4 includes an enclosed and raised bed with panelled surround that incorporates useful storage space.

Outside, the gardens, lying principally to the east and south west of the property, are attractively arranged and planted, with a sunny outside dining area overlooking the tree fringed paddock. Pretty flint walls enclose some areas and a spacious forecourt provides parking for several cars and access to the detached brick garage, which has a useful first floor storage area. The annexe, with its own entrance, offers a beautifully designed hall, bedroom, sitting room and kitchen, underfloor heating and an outlook via a pair of doors over the gardens.

West Stoke is a much requested village perfectly situated to give easy access to the harbour, the beaches at the Witterings (20 mins), Chichester, 4 miles, and Goodwood, also about 4 miles. Kingley Vale Nature Reserve is close by and provides great opportunities for enjoying rambles, runs or dog walking on the South Downs. Sailing may be enjoyed from Chichester Harbour, whilst Goodwood and Chichester offer a variety of events, activities and facilities.

(All distances and times are approximate)