Petworth, West Sussex

An immaculately presented 1 bedroom cottage, situated in a private location on the southern edge of the historic old market town of Petworth, available immediately for a long let, fully furnished.

DESCRIPTION
An immaculately presented 1 bedroom cottage, situated in a private location on the southern edge of the historic old market town of Petworth, available for a long let, fully furnished. This beautiful cottage would suit a professional tenant or someone looking for a bolthole. The property has attractive external elevations and has recently been completely refurbished and finished, fitted and furnished to a very high standard. The property is tucked away in a private, shared courtyard setting, behind some wooden gates and includes a private parking space. The spacious accommodation includes an entrance hall opening into the south facing sitting room with a vaulted ceiling and exposed stone walls. From the entrance a staircase rising to the first floor, with a kitchen/breakfast room, with a range of units and includes an electric oven and hob, a fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. The bedroom is a good size and includes fitted wardrobes and opening into the very well fitted shower room.

LOCATION AND AMENITIES
Grove Lodge is situated within walking distance of Petworth town centre, which is a picturesque and historic old market town dominated by Petworth House with its beautiful 750 acres of parkland designed by Capability Brown and has an excellent range of quality independent and specialist shops, restaurants and other amenities. It is located within the South Downs National Park and has a primary school, three churches, various sporting facilities and a range of vibrant societies including the annual Petworth music and literary festivals. Midhurst (6 miles) has an excellent range of shops as well as the world renowned Cowdray Park Polo Ground and the Cowdray Golf Club. Chichester (15 miles) provides a broader choice with all the major supermarkets and its well renowned Festival Theatre. In addition, there is horseracing, golf and lots for the motor enthusiast at the famous Goodwood Estate (13 miles). The area provides a good choice of state and independent schools. Pulborough mainline station (4 miles) provides a service to Gatwick, London Bridge and Victoria (70 mins) and along the coast. Haslemere Station (10 miles) has a fast service to Waterloo (57 mins).

OUTGOINGS & SERVICES
Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating via radiators. The tenant will be responsible for the payment of all outgoings including communication services (telephone/internet and TV Licence.

MAINTENANCE
The landlord will be responsible for the exterior and the structure of the house. The Tenant will be responsible for maintaining the interior of the property.

EPC – E (54)

COUNCIL TAX
Band A £1,581.97 (2025/2026)

TENANCY
The property is to be let furnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for a minimum period of 12 months.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING DEPOSIT
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will issue third-party referencing forms for completion and collect the Holding Deposit (equivalent to one weeks rent).

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton as a stakeholder in a designated account protected by RICS Client Money Protection and will be registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS). The deposit will be refunded at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears or outstanding charges for which the tenant is responsible. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

DIRECTIONS
Please ask for directions.

VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the letting agent
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