Chidham, nr Bosham, Chichester

THE PROPERTY
An excellent opportunity to acquire a substantial and beautifully presented 5 bedroom detached period house of immense character with outbuildings, in all set in about 1.5 acres
 
GARDENS & GROUNDS
Delightful gardens and grounds with a high degree of privacy and garaging with outbuildings/garaging in all about 1,574 sqft

SERVICES: Mains electricity, water and private drainage. Oil fired central heating. 
EPC: tbc  Council Tax Band: F  Year 2026/27 £3,514.43 

CHIDHAM
The property is nestled in the tranquil rural village of Chidham, a village that dates back to pre-Saxon times and which is famous for the cultivation of high yield ‘Chidham Wheat’. Chidham is positioned within the Chichester Harbour National Landscape and lies to the immediate west of Bosham separated by Bosham Creek. Chidham is renowned for its peaceful ambience, surrounding picturesque landscapes and far-reaching views of The South Down hills on the horizon. Chidham is also recognised for its dark skies and the resultant attraction of wildlife to this area of the harbour which can be viewed from the extensive footpaths including the King Charles III coastal path and bike trails which abound throughout the village. Chidham has direct access to Chichester Harbour from the Cobnor foreshore jetty, subject to membership at Cobnor and any relevant permissions from Chichester Harbour Conservancy, also offers the Cobnor Activities Centre and the Christian Youth Enterprises both providing opportunities to enjoy water pursuits and which include the provision of recognised RYA accredited sailing courses. Bosham sailing club holds many of its summer sailing events directly from Cobnor from their dedicated clubhouse situated at Cobnor. All of which allows residents to embrace the wonders of a coastal lifestyle. Chidham has a primary school, which in 2024 was rated as Good ( a church, St Mary’s which has its origins from the 13th Century and with the vicarage situated opposite; a popular local pub/restaurant, The Old at Home which dates back to 1708, a new facility offering a Padel Court Club called The Shed together with a small coffee shop; a village Hall, which offers various events including pilates, yoga, art classes, local theatre academy etc. There are two further public houses within Chidham, The Bosham Inn and the Barleycorn.  A newly opened Londis shop serves the Chidham area, and which complements the two Co-op food stores situated nearby in Bosham, one of which has a post office. Dental facilities can be found at nearby Southbourne or at Fishboune the Bosham Clinic Dental and within central Chichester. Doctors’ surgeries can be found at either Bosham Broadbridge Centre or Southbourne Surgery. Other leisure facilities include the nearby Fishbourne Club and playing fields offering Tennis, Bowls, Football, Croquet and Cricket. Chidham has a thriving local community, which provides an array of interesting leisure pursuits. About 2.2 miles to the east Bosham mainline railway station, provides services to London Waterloo via Havant or London Victoria via Chichester.

CHICHESTER
Chidham is about 4 miles west of the city of Chichester, which has a fascinating history with remains from the Roman Conquest, including the defence walls providing a walk round the city. Much of the city centre is accessed through level pedestrianised areas leading to the ancient Chichester Cathedral founded during 1075. There is a Nuffield Hospital (private patients) and NHS St Richard’s Hospital. Further amenities include: public and private sports centres with indoor swimming pools/gyms, cinemas, bowling, Chichester Racquets tennis/squash club and Chichester rugby club. Other attractions include: the award winning Pallant House Gallery and internationally renowned Chichester Festival Theatre. There are a number of schools locally and accessible from Chichester including: Chichester University, The Portsmouth Grammar, Bishop Luffa, The Prebendal school, Oakwood, Slindon College, Great Ballard, Dorset House, Seaford College and Westbourne House.

COASTAL & COUNTRY PURSUITS 
Chichester is renowned for its sailing amenities, country pursuits and attractions: the Goodwood Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival motoring events, Horse Racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, and Polo at Cowdray Park. Golf clubs at Goodwood and Hunston and flying at Goodwood Aerodrome. Much of the surrounding countryside is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The South Downs National Park provides miles of footpaths and bridleways. There are swathes of sandy beaches at the Witterings. Chichester has about 17 miles of harbour channels with 6 marinas including; Chichester Marina, Birdham Pool Marina, Emsworth Yacht Harbour (Marina) and in all 14 sailing clubs locally. Further attractions include: Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, Weald & Downland Living Museum at Singleton, West Dean College & Gardens, Arundel Castle, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Stansted Park, Petworth House, and Goodwood House. 

COMMUNICATION TRAVEL LINKS 
Chichester mainline rail station fast links to London/Waterloo via Havant (95mins) and London/Victoria (96mins). The A3 (M) motorway is about 18 miles to the West, connecting to the M25 Junction 10 and to central London/Westminster (76miles) and airports at Heathrow (72miles) or alternatively Gatwick via A27/A24 (48miles). Southampton International airport (38miles), Portsmouth (20miles), both cities have ferry services to the Isle of Wight, The Channel Isles and Europe. Distances are approximate and times may change.

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