Lansdowne Road, Worthing, BN11

An impressive original front door opens into the entrance porch, leading through to a grand entrance hall rich in character and period features, with access to the principal ground floor rooms. The ground floor offers an exceptional four reception rooms, creating versatile living and entertaining space. The two reception rooms to the front enjoy elegant bay windows and attractive feature fireplaces, while the remaining reception rooms continue the property's charming period feel. To the rear, the bright sun room enjoys direct access to the beautifully established rear garden. The kitchen is positioned at the rear of the property and leads through to the breakfast room, utility room, ground floor WC and a useful storage cupboard. There is direct access to the rear garden from the kitchen, along with a side door opening onto the courtyard. A staircase leads down to the basement just off the hallway, which provides two useful storage rooms, both benefiting from power. The first floor comprises five generous double bedrooms, fitted with plantation shutters. The spacious principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite bathroom, while the family bathroom features a walk-in shower, wash hand basin, WC and an attractive feature window, complementing the character of this impressive Victorian home.

The property is approached via a secluded frontage, screened by mature trees and established planting to create an excellent degree of privacy. There is ample off-road parking and gated side access to the rear. The beautifully established south-facing rear garden is a particular highlight, offering a private and tranquil setting with mature trees, shrubs and planting. Predominantly laid to lawn, it also features a raised patio, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. A side courtyard provides access to a useful storage room.

Situated on the sought-after Lansdowne Road, the property enjoys a highly convenient location within easy reach of the independent shops, cafés and amenities along Goring Road. West Worthing railway station and the seafront are both approximately half a mile away, making this an ideal setting for commuters and those seeking a coastal lifestyle. Additional shopping facilities can be found on Heene Road and Tarring Road, while Worthing town centre is less than a mile away, offering an extensive selection of shops, restaurants, cafés, theatres, cinemas and leisure facilities. Regular bus services also run nearby along Mill Road and Heene Road, providing excellent links across Worthing and the surrounding areas.

The property has previously been granted planning permission for the following works:

• Replacement of the existing conservatory/sunroom with a utility room extension.
• Construction of a larger first-floor bathroom above the new utility room.
• Tanking and conversion of the cellar to create additional habitable accommodation.
• Loft conversion to create a sixth double bedroom with an en-suite shower room and walk-in wardrobe.

In addition to the approved plans, the following improvements have also been considered and are likely to fall under permitted development or internal alterations (subject to any necessary consents):

• Converting the existing first-floor bathroom into a laundry room.
• Reconfiguring the ground floor by swapping the kitchen and dining areas, creating a more open-plan layout and relocating the downstairs WC.
• Converting the external outbuilding into a home office with a WC.
• Replacing the existing patio.
• Creating an outdoor kitchen within the patio area.