Ifold, Billingshurst, RH14

The Laurels has been owned by the same family for the last 30 years. It is evident from the moment you walk in, this house has been loved and enjoyed for decades and endless memories have undoubtedly been made here. Understandably the décor is somewhat dated, offering any savvy house hunter the exciting opportunity to take this property under their wing and transform it into a 21st century forever home.

The approach is delightful, just off Plaistow Road, with the carriage driveway sweeping you in. Park right outside and step through the front door into the generous hallway which is bright and homely, providing a welcome space for kicking off shoes and setting down shopping. The open plan sitting and dining room is warm and inviting and the dual aspect views to the front and rear, gives an element of privacy without feeling isolated. The fireplace creates a focal point to gather around with a glass of wine on colder evenings. The dining space has sliding doors which frame the glorious gardens. Nestled happily at the rear of the house is the kitchen, a room crying out to be replaced but with all the foundations of a simple upgrade, a back door for children and dogs to run in and out of and pretty views across the terrace to the grounds beyond.

Intrigued to see more … Centrally located are the three well proportioned double bedrooms. Two with built in storage and all with pretty views across the gardens to the front or rear of the property. The pastel pink bathroom and adjacent shower room are somewhat of an interior statement but, like the kitchen, has all the groundings for an easy upgrade to more neutral tones in keeping with this year’s interior trends.

The potential here is enormous, subject to planning there is the opportunity to add space and value with a rear extension or additional floor, incorporate the kitchen into the dining room or convert the garage. Whatever your living requirements or budget there is scope to make this a wonderful home.

Outside
It’s all about location and if you are looking for village life yet need to be accessible to amenities and major road links to London and Gatwick airport, then this is the house for you. The Laurels is conveniently situated on the fringes of the hamlet of Ifold, offering a private location within walking or cycling distance of all the local village amenities. The front garden is laid to lawn, with driveway parking and side gate access to the rear. The double garage is attached providing parking, storage, workshop space or scope to incorporate into the house itself. To the back of the house are the extensive grounds, lined with panel fencing and hedging, intermittent borders and established shrubs and mature trees. Currently laid mainly to lawn, ideal for kicking a football or housing a trampoline, this is a green blank canvas to create a horticultural delight to nurture and enjoy and a large wooden shed and greenhouse for all your storage and gardening needs.

Services
Mains water and drainage
Oil fired central heating
Double glazed throughout
Tenure – Freehold
EPC - TBC

Local Authority
Chichester District Council

Council Tax Band - F