Set in an enviable position in highly sought after Bosham, an opportunity to buy a charming single storey cottage with a large detached garage, within level walking distance to the quay and sailing club.
Situated in the heart of old Bosham, this detached cottage retains ample charm whilst providing superb access to the harbour. The property provides potential purchasers with a wealth of options including replacement, refurbishment and reconfiguration, all subject to the usual planning consents. A further particular feature is the provision of a detached gable ended garage, with adjacent off street parking.
Believed to have been constructed in the 1920's and set in a slightly elevated position, the accommodation comprises a sitting room with feature fireplace and a further sitting/family room overlooking the attractive rear garden. There are three bedrooms with the main double bedroom overlooking the front garden. Centrally situated on the ground floor there is a kitchen with the family bathroom adjacent and a cloak/utility room beyond. From the central bedroom, and subject to the usual planning consents, access is provided to a substantial loft space which could form a fourth double bedroom (with en suite) and landing area.
Adjacent to the house there is a paved sun patio and this extends to an enclosed and lawned area of garden which enjoys a high degree of privacy bordered by mature plants and shrubs. The garage is located towards the end of the garden with adjacent off street parking. Subject to the usual consents part or whole of the garage including loft with windows both ends could be converted to provide ancillary accommodation.
LOCATION
Shamrock Cottage is located just a few minutes' walk from the Bosham Sailing Club, quay and village centre. Old Bosham has a fascinating history including the feature of the church within the Bayeux Tapestry. The village also provides a primary school, popular public house overlooking the harbour, a further public house, The Millstream Hotel, restaurant, tea rooms, arts & crafts centre, village store, post office, medical centre and railway station (towards Portsmouth and Chichester). Much of the surrounding countryside is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Chichester Harbour Conservancy ensures that the character of the area is preserved. Historically Chichester Harbour has provided a safe anchorage with many facilities and is now a wonderful centre for sailing with a multitude of moorings for most craft (subject to availability). There is also a useful slipway suitable for tenders and dinghies from the quay.
The historic cathedral city of Chichester offers comprehensive shopping facilities and a choice of social and recreational activities, accessible through the mainly level pedestrian areas of the beautifully preserved city. Cultural activities include Pallant House Gallery and Festival Theatre. There are renowned schools in the area, both in the public and the private sector. The mainline station in Chichester provides a regular service to London Victoria in about 1 hour 40 minutes (via Gatwick Airport). Havant station to the west provides a faster service to London Waterloo in about 1 hour 20 minutes. Events and sporting activities in the area include Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival events for motoring enthusiasts, horseracing at Goodwood and Fontwell, polo at Cowdray Park, golf at Goodwood, and beaches at the Witterings. Chichester Harbour provides moorings (subject to availability) and there are nearby berthing and lifting facilities in Birdham Pool and Chichester Marina. Other local attractions include: the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, West Dean Gardens, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, Goodwood House, Stansted Park and Petworth House.