Shopwyke Road, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 2AA

The perfect family home with an exceptional garden, annexe and swimming pool.

ABOUT THIS HOUSE Shopwyke Grange really is a fabulous family home with the most glorious gardens and grounds. The house, that is Listed Grade II and dates back to 1654, is light, full of character and ideal for entertaining. The principal reception rooms face south and west and overlook the terrace and gardens that extend to just over 2 acres. The expansive lawns are bordered by wonderful specimen trees and shrubs.

In addition to the five bedroom home there is a one-bedroom detached annexe, swimming pool and exceptional gardens and lawn.

ABOUT THIS AREA Shopwyke, part of Oving Parish, is a short drive into the historic and cultural City of Chichester, a lively hub of shopping, amenities and commerce. There is a comprehensive range of social and recreational facilities including a multiscreen cinema, sports centres with swimming pools and a fine selection of restaurants, public houses, wine bars and bistros. In addition, there is the recently extended award-winning Pallant House Gallery and internationally acclaimed Festival Theatre.

There are some excellent schools nearby including Westbourne House, Portsmouth Grammar, Bishop Luffa, The Prebendal School, Oakwood, Slindon College, Great Ballard, Dorset House School and Seaford College.

Leisure pursuits within the area include sailing (which is available from a number of centres around Chichester Harbour), riding and walking. There are several local nature reserves (including Pagham Harbour Site of Special Scientific Interest) that offer excellent opportunities to observe the plethora of bird and wildlife. Bathing and windsurfing may be enjoyed from the beaches at West Wittering and golf at Goodwood.

The Goodwood Estate is a short distance away and is internationally known for its horse racing (Glorious Goodwood), Festival of Speed and Revival meetings at its historic motor circuit.

Road and rail links are excellent with the A27 providing links to other south coast towns and railway stations at Chichester and Havant offers services to London (Victoria) and London (Waterloo) respectively.

TOWNS AND STATIONS West Wittering 10 miles Chichester 3 miles (London Victoria from 1 hour 48 minutes) Havant 12 miles (London Waterloo from 1 hour 17 minutes)