Northfields Lane, Westergate, Chichester
The approach to this striking detached farm-style cottage is via a semi-rural...

THE PROPERTY The approach to this striking detached farm-style cottage is via a semi-rural lane off Nyton Road, a secluded location within easy striking distance of the facilities in the six villages, including its eclectic mix of shops, restaurants and railway station (located in Barnham), which is direct to London Victoria.
The main property consists of three bedrooms, kitchen/diner, two reception rooms and a downstairs bathroom. The property offers vast potential as previous planning was approved for two separate double storey extensions.
To the front the property offers a carriageway drive, parking for several cars and a small seasonal stream. The deceptively sized plot offers a variety of garden areas, being southwest facing includes established exotic trees, raised vegetable beds and views over fields.
The property also has a successful five star rated AirBnB (Hodge Cottage), providing a considerable extra income. Another outbuilding (currently used as an office & therapy room) offers a tranquil space for anyone wanting to work from home with westerly farmland views.
THE LOCATION Westergate is surrounded by open farmland within sight of the South Downs National Park, local shopping facilities can be found in the nearby village of Barnham, some 3 miles to the southeast. Here there is also a mainline station providing a regular service to London Victoria in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Comprehensive facilities may be found in Chichester with a wide selection of shops, superstores, restaurants and bars. The surrounding area offers a variety of recreational facilities including a number of golf courses, one being at Goodwood, which also provides a country club with gym, indoor swimming pool and tennis courts. Famous for its horse racing, Goodwood also plays host to the Annual Festival of Speed and the Revival of this historic motor circuit, both of which have become prominent events on the social calendar.
To the south the waters of Chichester Harbour and the Solent provide some of the most popular sailing facilities within easy reach of London. Most notably there are sailing clubs at Itchenor, Bosham and Chichester Marina. The beaches at East Head and West or East Wittering provide many opportunities for bathing, windsurfing, kite boarding and more recently land-boarding.
The South Downs National Park to the north is home to a variety of pretty rural villages with good country pubs and provides many opportunities for walking, riding and mountain biking.