4 bedroom terraced house

Believed to date back to C15, and with a Georgian facade, The Old Farmhouse is situated amidst a street-scene of similarly appealing historic residences. Distinctive period features include a front elevation with a 3-sided bay window and French doors built over the central porch with decorative iron railings to the balcony edge. Inside, contemporary styling blends perfectly with character attributes which include exposed timbers, panelled walls and period fireplaces. On the ground floor, a comfortable drawing room, centred around a wood-burning stove, opens into an alcove area, currently in use as a child’s playroom, with direct access via French doors to the garden terrace. On the opposite side of the hallway, an impressive kitchen/breakfast room and adjoining dining room are subtly delineated by an open timber structure and half-wall creating a well-designed setting for family gatherings and hosting guests. Fitted with stylish, base level cabinetry topped with stone work surfaces, the kitchen also offers an island unit and a Belfast sink, with an attractive arched, glazed door to the garden.

A staircase rises to a half-landing where a striking arched Georgian window allows natural light to flood inside and continues upwards to the first floor accommodation. There are three en suite bedrooms at this level, with the principal room having a splendid en suite bathroom. A further stairway leads up to the second floor rooms which comprise a bedroom and study featuring exposed beams and beautifully preserved original herringbone brickwork, along with a cloakroom, which complements the facility situated on the ground floor.

The property is situated a short distance from Chichester's West Street, just outside the City Walls. Chichester offers a broad range of shopping, cultural and leisure amenities, with the peaceful retreat of the Bishop’s Palace Gardens just 160 metres from the property and the renowned Festival Theatre 0.7 mile distant. For sailing enthusiasts, Chichester Marina and Yacht Club and Birdham Pool Marina are easily accessible, with Goodwood’s golf course, small airfield, motor circuit and racecourse to the north. With access at the western end of Westgate, the Centurion Way foot and cycle path provides access northwards to the South Downs and southwards, via the Salterns Way, along the shoreline of Chichester Harbour. Excellent schooling in both sectors include the Prebendal School, Westbourne School, Bishops Luffa School and Portsmouth Grammar School.

The beautifully presented rear garden, designed and planted by award winning designer, Annie Guilfoyle, enjoys a sunny southerly aspect with attractive borders and climbing plants to the ancient walls at the boundaries. A flagstone terrace, adjoins the house and offers a secluded haven for outdoor dining, edged by raised, brick-built planters. Steps to a lawn and pathway which meanders past a well-stocked border filled with perennial plants and shrubs to a further paved terrace.