School Hill, Slindon, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18

An attractive modern two bedroom semi-detached cottage with parking, completed in March 2023 and built in a traditional/period style to an exceptionally high standard and with a focus on being incredibly eco-friendly with Grant Aerotherm air source heat pumps with underfloor heating throughout controlled via six Heatmeiser zones. The property is located in the heart of this hugely popular village of Slindon within the South Downs National Park.

Built by award winning local contractor with the latest thermal insulation measures including rock wool and gas filled double glazing and benefiting from the remainder of the 10 year structural warranty.

The accommodation comprises entrance hall with storage cupboard and bespoke oak staircase leading to first floor, guest cloakroom with half height panelling, vanity unit with sink and low level WC and heated towel rail. There is a double aspect kitchen/diner with bespoke Hubble kitchen comprising a range of wall and base units, Silestone worktops 1 1/2 bowl sink, integral Siemens appliances including dishwasher, dual eyeline ovens including a microwave/combi oven and a third warming drawer below the second oven, Bora induction hob with downdraft extractor, undercounter wine fridge, two Le Mans corner units, Fisher and Paykel double door American style fridge/freezer, LVT flooring and raised breakfast bar. There is a triple aspect sitting room, again with LVT flooring, patio doors leading onto the rear garden and an electric feature fireplace with built-in panelling/shelving.

To the first floor, the landing area with LVT flooring has oak posts and glass balustrade, loft access and doors to main double bedroom being double aspect with walk-in dressing room, en-suite shower room with ceramic tiled flooring, walk-in shower enclosure with double shower heads including rainwater shower rose, vanity units with inset sink and low level WC, heated towel rail. There is a further bedroom with built-in wardrobes. The main bathroom is beautifully appointed with ceramic tiled flooring, panelled bath with double shower heads over including rainwater shower rose and glass screen, vanity units with inset sink and low level WC, heated towel rail, space and plumbing for washing machine.

The property has the benefit of shared gated parking with remote controlled and phone activated opening plus pedestrian access on a time clock/daytime access basis. Two allocated parking spaces with EV charging points plus a visitors parking space. Exterior low level and dark night skies compliant lighting including motion activated car park lighting. The west facing garden is fully enclosed, mainly laid to lawn with a patio area. The front of the property enjoys a pleasant aspect over the village recreation ground and far reaching views over National Trust land and towards the coast.

The village of Slindon is predominantly owned by the National Trust and as such remains mostly unchanged. Located between Chichester and Arundel, Slindon is in close proximity to Forestry Commission woodland and many other attractive country walks and bridle paths across the South Downs National Park. There are two parish churches and the National Trust has provided the Old Forge as the site for a village store and coffee shop, which is run through a 'not-for-profit’ company owned by many of the residents. This is a vibrant village community with a cricket club and a village hall which hosts many of community events including cinema and amateur dramatics. The nearby hamlet of Madehurst boasts a cricket club together with fine dining at The Pig, whilst the village of Barnham and town of Arundel provide a good selection of local shops. Chichester and Brighton are within easy travelling distance by car, each with comprehensive shopping facilities. There are good train services to London from nearby Barnham and Arundel stations. There is a wide choice of sporting and recreational activities in the surrounding area, including horse racing at both Goodwood and Fontwell Park, polo at Cowdray Park, numerous golf courses, sailing in Chichester Harbour and The Solent and walking, cycling and riding in the rich countryside of the South Downs National Park.