Cleveland Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19

A superbly presented semi-detached house, combining period character with contemporary living, situated within approximately half a mile of Chichester city centre.

About the property

The property enjoys a welcoming approach. The entrance hall features exposed floorboards which continue into the charming sitting room. This comfortable room enjoys a wide square bay window, built-in cabinetry and display shelving, together with a feature open fireplace creating a focal point.

The real heart of the home is the impressive open-plan space, arranged to provide family living, dining and kitchen areas. Attractive stone flooring extends throughout, with the family area centred around a recessed fireplace with a log burner and adjoining built-in cabinetry. This flows into the dining area and superb Shaker-style kitchen, fitted with a central island, integral appliances including twin ovens and a five-ring gas hob. A ceiling lantern floods the space with natural light, while glazed French doors overlook and open onto the rear garden. A cloakroom completes the ground floor.

The first floor provides two double bedrooms, a family bathroom and substantial eaves storage. The front bedroom features exposed floorboards, recessed storage and a wide square bay window, while the rear bedroom enjoys a garden outlook. The principal bedroom occupies the second floor and is a wonderfully light space, with engineered wood flooring, a freestanding roll-top bath and an en suite shower room.

Outside

The attractive rear garden features a stone-paved terrace leading onto a substantial lawn with flower borders and a garden path leading to a garden store. The garden is enclosed by panelled fencing.

Location

The historic cathedral city of Chichester offers comprehensive shopping facilities and a choice of social and recreational activities. Cultural activities include Pallant House Gallery and Festival Theatre. There are renowned schools in the area, both in the public and the private sector.

The mainline station in Chichester provides a regular service to London Victoria in about 1 hour 40 minutes (via Gatwick Airport). Havant station to the west provides a faster service to London Waterloo in about 1 hour 20 minutes.

Events and sporting activities in the area include Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival events for motoring enthusiasts, horseracing at Goodwood and Fontwell, polo at Cowdray Park, golf at Goodwood, and beaches at the Witterings. Chichester Harbour provides moorings (subject to availability). Other local attractions include: the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, West Dean Gardens, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, Goodwood House, Stansted Park and Petworth House.