A charming detached period cottage, centrally positioned within its plot of some 1.6 acres, with wonderful far-reaching views over adjoining countryside and neighbouring St Andrew's church. Lock Cottage has undergone an extensive schedule of updating by the current owners, along with the addition of an impressive three bay detached garage, with a useful room above.

The property is beautifully presented throughout with the accommodation comprising an entrance hall with stairs to first floor, a study/reception room, dining room with archways through to sitting room which in turn leads through to an open plan kitchen/breakfast room with feature log burner. The stunning, Stoneham bespoke L-shaped kitchen with vaulted ceiling comprises a range of wall and base units, granite worktops, built-in electric ovens, integral dishwasher, space for American style fridge/freezer and a feature central island. A further archway leads through to a utility room with butlers sink, granite worktops, water softener, space and plumbing for washing machine and door to the ground floor cloakroom.

To the first floor there are three double bedrooms, the main bedroom benefitting from a well-appointed, fully tiled ensuite bathroom and a separate family shower room which is again fully tiled.

The property is accessed via a large gated gravel driveway. There is a large detached triple garage with up-and-over doors, an attached shed/tractor store and a versatile studio/home office above which is accessed via an external metal staircase. To the rear of the property there is a large patio area, a heated swimming pool, hot tub and gazebo. There is large timber workshop with access for machinery at either end. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a number of mature trees and shrubs.

Ford is an old West Sussex village located some 2 miles south of Arundel, 12 miles to the east of Chichester, and within 2 miles of the coast and Climping Beach with Bailiffscourt Hotel and Spa. The delightful town centre of Arundel has a wealth of artisan shops and bistros, and is dominated by the Castle of the Duke of Norfolk. The tidal River Arun flows to the coast and other attractions nearby include the Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre, the Lido and the South Downs National Park to the north. The surrounding countryside provides many recreational pursuits including golf, mountain biking, walking on the numerous footpaths and bridle paths. There is a station just a short walk away at Ford serving Gatwick Airport in around forty-five minutes and London Victoria in around one hour thirty minutes. Further afield the cathedral city of Chichester provides comprehensive shopping facilities along with the popular Festival Theatre.