East Street, Billingshurst

Some homes simply can't be replicated, and this beautiful Grade II Listed Cottage is one of them.

Dating back several centuries, the property is rich in history and overflowing with original charm, yet has been lovingly maintained and sympathetically updated to create a home that feels both timeless and wonderfully comfortable.

The moment you step inside, the character is unmistakable. Exposed beams and original timbers feature throughout, whilst the welcoming Sitting Room centres around a magnificent Inglenook Fireplace, complete with a wood burning stove that creates a cosy focal point during the colder months. The double aspect Kitchen continues the Cottage feel perfectly, featuring wooden work surfaces, an Aga, and a range of fitted units that complement the age and style of the home. A separate Utility Room provides practical everyday storage and laundry space.

Upstairs, the Cottage offers two charming Bedrooms. The generous Principal Bedroom enjoys built-in storage and exposed timbers, whilst the Second Bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, making it an ideal Guest Room, child's Bedroom or Home Office. Completing the accommodation is a beautifully appointed First Floor Bathroom, fitted with a contemporary suite including a shower over the bath, perfectly balancing modern convenience with the property's period charm.

Whilst the Cottage is delightful as it stands, it also offers exciting scope for the future, with planning permission already granted (DC/23/1948 and DC/23/1949) for a side and rear extension, providing the rare opportunity to significantly enhance the accommodation whilst preserving the charm and character that make this home so special. It is a wonderful balance of history, lifestyle and potential.

Set well back from the road, the property is approached via a generous shingle driveway providing ample off-street parking for several vehicles, immediately creating an attractive first impression. Mature planting softens the frontage, while the Cottage's handsome façade perfectly reflects the character that awaits inside.

The Gardens wrap beautifully around the property, offering a variety of spaces to enjoy throughout the day. To the front, a charming terrace provides the perfect setting for a morning coffee or evening glass of wine, enclosed by established planting that creates a wonderful sense of privacy. To the rear, a second, slightly sunken patio offers an equally inviting space for outdoor dining and entertaining.

Beyond the terraces, the Garden opens into two distinct lawned areas, bordered by mature hedging, trees and well-established planting, creating a peaceful and secluded setting. The first lawn provides an ideal space for children to play or keen gardeners to personalise, whilst the second offers further flexibility and enjoys a lovely outlook back towards the cottage.

Nestled amongst the greenery is a timber Garden Cabin/Home Office, currently arranged as a home office, providing an ideal space for those working remotely, pursuing hobbies or simply seeking a quiet retreat away from the main house.