Rolling Stones West Bracklesham Drive, Bracklesham Bay, , PO20 8PH humberts.com

Rolling Stones West Bracklesham Drive, Bracklesham Bay, West Sussex, PO20 8PH

A stunning newly refurbished detached beachfront house superbly designed with versatile accommodation, neat gardens and grounds, double garage, direct access to the beach and balcony with fantastic views out to sea.

West Wittering Blue Flag Sandy beach 3.3 miles, Itchenor Sailing Club 4.7miles, Chichester City Centre 8.5 miles, Goodwood 10.2 miles. (All distances are approximate)

ACCOMMODATION • Snug with Balcony and Sea View • Entrance Hall • Family Bathroom • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining/Sitting Room OUTSIDE • Study/Bedroom 5 • Direct Beach Access • Shower Room • Delightful Landscaped Gardens • Principal Bedroom/Family Room with en- • Double Garage Suite Shower Room • Parking for a number of vehicles • 3 Further Bedrooms THE PROPERTY Rolling Stones is a most attractive, refurbished and extended beachfront home set along one of the most sought after parts of the Sussex coast. Offering extremely flexible accommodation, the house would be most suitable as either a family home or a holiday home.

On entering the house, the hallway leads through to a large, open plan living space that incorporates the kitchen, dining room and living room. This space overlooks the rear garden and the beach beyond, with patios doors allowing for a stunning view out to sea. The kitchen area features a range of modern and stylish units with integrated Miele oven with induction hob and extractor hood above, Miele microwave, Miele coffee maker and integrated fridge/freezer. There is also a ground floor shower room. The current owners have extended the ground floor to also now offer a study/5th bedroom which overlooking the rear garden towards the beach, as well as a utility room. In addition, there is a good sized family room which can be used as the principal bedroom with an en suite shower room. This gives great flexibility to how the space can be used and features a pair of bi-fold doors opening to the landscaped front garden, as well as underfloor heating.

To the first floor, an open snug area gives access directly to the balcony which overlooks the rear garden and beach, providing a wonderful view out to sea. Leading off the snug are three further bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS Rolling Stones is approached via gated access to an attractive grey shingle driveway and landscaped front garden with a raised bed to one side and a further bed with architectural planting. The driveway leads to the double garage with electric up-and-over door, as well as having pedestrian access. A path to the side of the house leads to the rear garden, which has been landscaped to provide a simple but effective design. A decked area adjacent to the rear of the house features a range of humberts.com raised planters, beyond which is a rectangular lawn that leads down to the direct beach access at the far end of the garden.

SITUATION Located between and , Bracklesham Bay has a pebble and sandy beach ideal for bathing, fossil hunting and surfing. There is a thriving local community with a community centre hosting events such as fitness classes, a monthly film night, together with a few shops and restaurants nearby. A regular bus service runs everyday to nearby , West Wittering and Chichester.

More comprehensive facilities, including local shops and supermarkets, banks, library and health centre, are found at East Wittering, about a mile to the west. Another local attraction is the Butterfly Reserve at and the marinas at Birdham are situated about 5 miles to the north. is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The Harbour Conservancy is active in preserving the ambient beauty of the harbour and much of the surrounding countryside.

A popular route in the area for walking and cycling is the Salterns Way coastal path which extends about 11 miles, starting at the beautiful beach at West Wittering and leading north along the shore of Chichester Harbour travelling through Itchenor and Birdham to Fishbourne, where it connects to the Centurion Way, providing access to the South Downs. The expansive sandy beach at West Wittering has been awarded a Blue Flag for achieving the highest quality in water, facilities, safety, environmental education and management.

CHICHESTER Chichester has a fascinating history and considerable connections with the Roman Empire as seen by the archaeological remains of the City Walls. Trade and prosperity flourished particularly during the early 1800's with the construction of the imposing Corn Exchange in East Street. There is a lovely canal and there are several parks in and around the City. The City offers comprehensive shopping facilities with both national brands and an interesting variety of

long established individual businesses and shops, all of which are easily accessible through the mainly level pedestrian areas of the beautifully preserved City. The variety of social and recreational activities include sports centres with swimming pools, cinemas and a fine selection of restaurants with bars and bistros. In addition, for those in pursuit of cultural activities, there is the award winning Pallant House Gallery, Novium Museum, and the renowned Festival Theatre. Chichester Cathedral offers regular services and a choice of concerts and activities throughout the year.

This is an area known for its sporting activities which include events for motoring enthusiasts, golf and flying at Goodwood, with horseracing at Goodwood and Fontwell and sailing off the coast and on Chichester Harbour. Walking and riding over the many miles of foot and bridle paths, such as the Salterns Way starting from Chichester and following the coastline down to West Wittering, and the South Downs National Park, are among the many reasons why this is such a desirable area.

SPORTS, COUNTRY AND COASTAL Sporting activities in the area include excellent sailing around Chichester Harbour and along the coast. horseracing at Goodwood and Fontwell, riding from nearby stables, polo at Cowdray Park, the Internationally renowned Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival events for motoring enthusiasts, along with local golf clubs at Goodwood and Hunston.

Much of the surrounding countryside is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the many miles of bridle paths in the South Downs are ideal for walking and horse- riding, including the Salterns Way Cycle Path which is a 12 mile cycle route from the centre of Chichester to the sand dunes of East Head. The Blue Flag sandy beach at West Wittering is a wonderful place to spend the day with the family and , with its protected wildlife, ideal for bird-watching enthusiasts.

humberts.com Further places of interest in the local area include Fishbourne Roman Palace, West Dean College and Gardens, Singleton's Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, Arundel's Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Tangmere Military Aviation Museum as well as the many attractions in and the historic Arundel Castle and Goodwood and Petworth House. Contemporary sculpture is exhibited in the grounds of the Cass Sculpture Foundation near Goodwood.

COMMUNICATIONS There is a regular bus service linking Chichester to the Witterings and Bracklesham Bay. Chichester's mainline train station provides regular service to London Victoria (about 95 mins) via Gatwick Airport and to London Waterloo via Havant (about 95 mins). The A3(M) motorway is about 21 miles to the west and connects the South Coast with London. From the A3 at Junction 10 of the M25, access is provided to the major international airports at Heathrow and Gatwick. Southampton International Airport is about 38 miles to the west.

SERVICES All main services connected Gas-fired heating LOCAL AUTHORITIES Chichester District Council 01243 785166 West Sussex County Council 01243 777100

DIRECTIONS From Chichester's Stockbridge roundabout on the A27 take the A286 southwards in the direction of Itchenor and The Witterings. After about 4 miles at the roundabout take the first exit into Bell Lane and continue for about 3 miles into Bracklesham Bay. At the seafront turn right into West Bracklesham Drive and Rolling Stones will be found on the left-hand side.

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