Hundredsteddle Lane, Birdham, Chichester, PO20

Surrounded by attractive countryside just south of Birdham village and with excellent access to the coastal landscape around Chichester Harbour and marina, this detached 18th-century cottage offers masses of character and is set within lovely, well-established gardens. The Grade II-listed cottage has a thatched roof and stucco elevations, while internally there are beamed ceilings, a magnificent brick fireplace and exposed stone detailing.
A number of improvements have been made in recent years, including updates to the kitchen, windows, electrics and the whole of the heating system except the boiler (in 2022). This is combined with a traditional décor scheme.
The accommodation is flexibly laid out with a variety of reception areas downstairs that are well-suited to a number of different uses. The good-size sitting room is open plan to the attached dining room and there is a home office and a further dining room/breakfast room leading to the kitchen. There is a shower room on the ground floor and a further en suite bath/shower room upstairs, where there are three bedrooms and a dressing room.

Outside

Old Cottage Row is tucked away down a gravel driveway, with mature trees around the boundary making it feel very private. A good-size gated gravel driveway to the front provides ample parking, including within a freestanding car port. The very charming cottage-style gardens wrap around three sides of the house: lush lawns are bordered by varieties of trees including sycamore and willow, well-stocked flowerbeds and mature hedges. To the rear of the house, a slightly sunken paved terrace provides a relaxing and secluded spot to enjoy time outside in the warmer months, while post and rail fencing allows for far-reaching views over the open farmland to the rear. The garden also features two storage sheds and a summerhouse.

The cottage was rethatched in 2016 and topped up with reeds in early 2025.

Situation

Birdham village enjoys a picturesque setting on the Manhood Peninsula, bordered by Chichester Harbour and the English Channel. Chichester Marina and Boat Club is 3.3 miles to the north, which provides exceptional facilities for sailing enthusiasts of all abilities. Birdham has a primary school, recreation ground and 14th century church, while the cathedral city of Chichester sits approximately five miles to the northeast and provides a more comprehensive selection of shopping, recreational and cultural facilities including the world-renowned Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery. From Chichester there is a main line rail service to London Victoria (approximately 90 minutes) and the A27 provides access to Brighton to the east and Southampton to the west.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-56770

Additional Information

Mains water, electricity, calor gas for cooker hob and biological tank