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"A spacious 4 bedroom detached house understood to date from the 1970s offering beautifully presented and nicely balanced family accommodation, situated in an attractive small cul de sac and bordering open farmland in the sought after sailing village of Birdham only about 1.5 miles from Chichester Marina and about 4.5 miles south west of Chichester city centre.

DESCRIPTION

This elegant four double bedroom property sits within a mature and well maintained plot, boasting an attractive mix of brick and timber cladding under a pitched, red tiled roof. The front garden is framed with established planting and a tarmac and gravel driveway providing ample off road parking. The ground floor flows beautifully, offering over 2,150 sq. ft of versatile accommodation. A spacious and bright sitting room with fireplace and log burner overlooks the garden, while a separate study provides the ideal work from home space. The generous dining room links seamlessly with the kitchen breakfast room, complete with modern units and access to a utility room and useful pantry. The welcoming entrance hall also leads to a practical boot room and cloakroom.

Upstairs, the layout offers excellent family flexibility with four double bedrooms all with stylish ensuites. The principal bedroom is especially spacious, bathed in natural light, and has superb built in storage.

The rear garden is a key highlight private, secure, and beautifully landscaped. A lush lawn is bordered by flowering beds and mature shrubs, with a secluded patio area ideal for summer dining. A further feature is the contemporary summer house perfect as a garden retreat, studio, or perhaps a home office facing a delightful, paved terrace surrounded by planters.
With its blend of semi rural charm and modern convenience, Tate House offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a village lifestyle within easy reach of Chichester city centre, the marina, and stunning coastal walks.

LOCATION

The property is situated towards the front of a private cul de sac bordering open farmland in the much sought after harbour village of Birdham only about 4 miles south west of Chichester city centre. Birdham village benefits from a convenience store with Post Office, a Church of England primary school, village hall and green, a church dating from the 14th century, a petrol station, and a popular nearby pub. Chichester Harbour, along with Chichester Marina and Birdham Pool, are within easy reach for sailing and watersports followers, whilst about 4 miles to the south is the sandy beach at West Wittering and the National Trust s East Head sand dune spit at the stunning entrance to Chichester Harbour.

There is a regular bus service from Birdham to Chichester and to the Witterings and Bracklesham Bay. Chichester train station, just outside the city centre, provides services along the coast to Portsmouth and Brighton, and to London Victoria.

The cathedral city of Chichester offers excellent high street shopping, many fashionable restaurants, cafes, bars, a leisure centre with swimming pool, sports clubs, cinemas, and is home to the Pallant House Gallery and the renowned Festival Theatre. Located close to Chichester is the Goodwood Estate, which is famous for its many sporting event days including the much celebrated Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival for motor racing enthusiasts, and a season of horse racing including the Glorious Goodwood Festival. The South Downs National Park is also within easy reach being only about 2 miles to the north of Chichester city centre.

Key Features

Detached 4 double bedroom family home
Cul de sac location in Birdham village
Modernised 1970s build with stylish interiors
Two reception rooms plus study
Summer house and private landscaped garden
Driveway parking
Close to Chichester Marina and open countryside

INFORMATION

Services All mains

Tenure Freehold

Local Authority Chichester District Council

Council Tax Band Band E

Energy Rating Band D

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