The Byre, Pook Lane, East Lavant, Chichester, PO18

Located at the foot of The South Downs in the heart of this popular Downland village a delightful attached barn conversion with a wealth of original features, a walled courtyard garden, parking and a garage.

GROUND FLOOR:

A stable door to the side of the property leads to the entrance hall with tiled floor, stairs to the first floor and a door to the utility room with space and plumbing for washing machine, stainless steel sink and boiler. Further doors from the hall lead to a large storage cupboard, cloakroom and bedroom 2 which overlooks the front of the property and has a useful study/ dressing room off. Bedroom 1 which also overlooks the front of the property has a deep double wardrobe with sliding glazed doors. Between bedrooms 1 & 2 is a shower room with tiled double shower cubicle, fitted vanity units with sink and low-level WC.

FIRST FLOOR:

A particular feature of the property is the impressive open plan sitting/dining room which has a vaulted beamed ceiling, windows overlooking the front and rear of the property, open fireplace with marble hearth and 2 Velux windows bathing the room in natural light. Adjacent to the sitting/dining room is a well-equipped kitchen comprising a range of fitted base and wall units, inset sink, ceramic hob with cooker hood over, double oven and space and plumbing for further appliances.

OUTSIDE:

To the front of the property is a brick paved driveway leading to the front door and to a partly walled south facing patio/seating area with brick paving, overhead vine and hedge proving a good degree of privacy. Accessed via a door from the hallway and the side of the property is a walled courtyard patio area. The property also benefits from a garage (22’3 x 9’10) located in a nearby block with useful mezzanine level for storage.

LOCATION:

Surround by stunning downland landscape, Lavant village offers two popular pubs, two churches, a village hall with cricket green and easy access onto the Centurion Way pedestrian/ cycle path giving access to Chichester and the harbour beyond. Nearby West Stoke is the home of Design Vintage, a popular interiors store and café whilst the Wellies Tea Rooms is just 1.8 miles distant.

The nearby cathedral city of Chichester offers excellent high-street shopping, many fashionable restaurants, cafes, bars, a leisure centre with swimming pool, sports clubs, cinemas, and is home to the Pallant House Gallery and the renowned Festival Theatre. Located close to Lavant is the Goodwood Estate, which is famous for its many sporting event days including the much-celebrated Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival for motor racing enthusiasts, and a season of horse racing including the Glorious Goodwood Festival. The South Downs National Park is within easy reach and Chichester Harbour, along with Chichester Marina and Birdham Pool, are located just to the south-west of the city, the harbour being home to several popular sailing clubs. An excellent selection of state and independent schooling can be found in the vicinity, including a well-regarded primary school in Lavant village.

GENERAL:

Services: All main

Local Authority: Chichester District Council

Council Tax Band: Band F

Energy Rating: Band D