A light and spacious 2 bedroom single storey house with conservatory, a small courtyard garden, private parking and tucked away in a quiet and private rural location. Available, unfurnished, for a long term tenancy.

DESCRIPTION
A light and spacious 2 bedroom single storey property with private parking and a small courtyard garden tucked away in a quiet rural location. The property is approached along a shared driveway which leads to an area with farm buildings and stables. A gateway gives access to the gravel parking area for The Lodge. The front door leads in to the entrance hall with airing cupboard and separate wc. Off the entrance hall is the good size sitting room with wood burning stove and a short set of stairs to the main bedroom which overlooks the courtyard garden and has two built in wardrobes with hanging and shelving, the ensuite bathroom also has a freestanding shower and wc. Also off the sitting room is the large conservatory which is fitted with roller blinds. The kitchen/breakfast room is off the entrance hall and has a selection of wall and base units, a dishwasher, an electric double oven and a four-ring electric hob. There is space for a washing machine and fridge. Beyond the kitchen is a further double bedroom and separate bathroom.

Outside is a small raised private courtyard. A public footpath close by leads straight out to miles of rural walks.

LOCATION AND AMENITIES
The Lodge is situated just beyond Bury Gate House , within the South Downs National Park and the parish of Bury, about 5 miles to the south-east of the historic old market town of Petworth, dominated by Petworth House and Park and which has an excellent range of quality independent and specialist shops, various cafes, pubs, restaurants and other amenities in the town.

The village of Fittleworth with its church, village hall, school and The Swan public house is about 2 miles to the north, and Pulborough is about 3.5 miles to the north-east, also with a good range of local facilities including a Sainsbury’s and Tesco stores and main line railway station, with services to London Victoria (about 75 mins) and London Bridge (about 80mins), Gatwick airport and the south coast. Further extensive facilities can be found at the historic Castle town of Arundel, about 7 miles to the south, Chichester (about 13 miles) and Horsham (about 16 miles). Haslemere is about 15 miles to the north-west, which has mainline railway station and services to London Waterloo (about 52 mins).

Sporting facilities include golf at several local clubs, including The West Sussex Golf and Cowdray Park; racing, motor racing, golf and flying at Goodwood; polo at Cowdray and sailing within Chichester Harbour. Additionally, the surrounding countryside and South Downs national park, offers ample opportunity for walking and riding.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING FEE
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will collect the Holding Fee (equivalent to one weeks rent) and will issue third-party referencing forms for completion.

REFERENCING & RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS
Prospective tenants will need to be credit-checked and fully referenced to include financial and personal references and reference from a previous landlord, if applicable. Copies of identification documents will be required as proof of identity to satisfy the Right to Rent Legislation and a utility bill will be required as proof of registered address.

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton as a stakeholder in a designated account protected by RICS Client Money Protection and will be registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS). The deposit will be refunded at the termination of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears or outstanding charges for which the tenant is responsible. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

PETS
Pets will only be allowed with the landlord’s specific written permission.

SERVICES
Mains electricity. Water usage and shared private drainage are billed separately by the landlord, currently approximately £300 per annum. Oil fired central heating and hot water. Fibre broadband is available.

OUTGOINGS, FEES & OTHER CHARGES
For the duration of the tenancy, the tenant will be required to pay the Council Tax to Chichester District Council (£2,537.72 for 2023/24 - Band E), Utilities, Communication Services (telephone/internet etc), and TV Licence.

DIRECTIONS
From Petworth, head east towards Fittleworth on A283. As you reach Fittleworth take the right hand turn on B2138 signposted Bury and Arundel. Drive through Fittleworth and head south on B2138. The road straightens and after about half a mile look out for a turning on the right to Bignor Park. Continue on B2138 for a few hundred yards towards the brow of the hill and the entrance to Bury Gate House and The Lodge will be found on the right hand side. Continue past the house towards the farm buildings and you will find The Lodge on the right hand side.

EPC – D (55)

VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the letting agent
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