East Dean, Chichester

Forming part of Manor Farm Barns in the village of East Dean, a collection of eight properties converted by Heritage Oak Buildings and winner of the Sussex Heritage Award in 2011, 4 Manor Farm Barns is a beautifully appointed period conversion with an attractive brick and flint facade retaining immense character throughout juxaposed with modern living.

The property has a welcoming reception hall with engineered oak flooring throughout and a ground floor cloakroom/boot room. The open plan kitchen/breakfast/sitting room is some 32 ft in length at its maximum point. The kitchen is fitted with a beautiful handmade kitchen comprising of a comprehensive range of fitted wooden floor units with a number of integrated appliances and a large central island. The kitchen is open plan to the breakfast room which in turn provides access out onto a well landscaped private garden with communal grounds beyond. The sitting room has a wood burning stove with oak flooring continuing and also has two fitted dresser units with cupboards and shelves. The partially vaulted first floor landing provides wonderful views towards the South Downs.

The principal bedroom is vaulted with exposed ceiling trusses, also having views over the communal grounds to open farmland beyond. The current owner has refitted all bathroom suites with the principal bedroom having a very well appointed en-suite bathroom. There are two further bedrooms both with vaulted ceilings and exposed trusses. There is also a separate shower room with Villeroy & Boch, and Duravit sanitary ware. The property has underfloor heating throughout.

Outside the barn has allocated parking, a well landscaped, private garden which in turn leads to the extensive communal grounds with far reaching views. In all approximately 2 acres.

The village of East Dean can be found approximately 7 miles to the north of Chichester set in glorious countryside on the edge of the Goodwood Estate and within easy reach of the South Downs Way. The village has its own public house and church and the nearby villages of Charlton and Singleton also provide public houses and Singleton has a primary school and cricket green.

The Goodwood Estate offers numerous activities throughout the year including the Members Meeting and Revival meeting at its historic motor circuit, the Festival of Speed centered around Goodwood House. Goodwood also has its own private country club and golf course. Other attractions in the area include the Weald & Downland Living Museum in Singleton and the West Dean Gardens.

The cathedral city of Chichester lies some 7 miles to the south and provides an excellent range of shopping facilities within its pedestrianised centre which also includes a good choice of cafes, bistros and restaurants. Other attractions include the internationally known Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery. The mainline station provides a regular service to London Victoria in about 1 hour 40 minutes.