2 bed semi-detached house for sale

East Street, Billingshurst RH14

Location

The property is situated in the sought-after East Street, a quiet residential setting just a short stroll from the heart of Billingshurst village. The thriving High Street offers an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs and everyday amenities, creating a wonderful sense of community. Billingshurst is particularly popular with families, benefiting from highly regarded schooling for all ages, a doctors' surgery, dental practices, a leisure centre with swimming pool, library and a wide range of sports clubs and recreational facilities. The village is surrounded by beautiful Sussex countryside, with an abundance of public footpaths, bridleways and nearby woodland walks, making it an excellent location for those who enjoy the outdoors.

For commuters, Billingshurst mainline railway station provides regular services to London Victoria, Gatwick Airport and the South Coast, whilst the nearby A29 offers convenient access to Horsham, Chichester and the wider road network, including the A24, M23 and M25. The historic market town of Horsham, approximately 7 miles away, provides an extensive range of shopping, dining and leisure facilities, including a John Lewis at Home, The Pavilions shopping centre and a vibrant café culture. The cathedral city of Chichester, county town of Guildford, coastal towns of Worthing and Brighton, and Crawley with its international airport are all within comfortable driving distance, making Billingshurst an exceptionally well-connected village whilst retaining its attractive semi-rural charm.

Property

Some homes simply can't be replicated, and this beautiful Grade II Listed Cottage is one of them.

Dating back several centuries, the property is rich in history and overflowing with original charm, yet has been lovingly maintained and sympathetically updated to create a home that feels both timeless and wonderfully comfortable.

The moment you step inside, the character is unmistakable. Exposed beams and original timbers feature throughout, whilst the welcoming Sitting Room centres around a magnificent Inglenook Fireplace, complete with a wood burning stove that creates a cosy focal point during the colder months. The double aspect Kitchen continues the Cottage feel perfectly, featuring wooden work surfaces, an Aga, and a range of fitted units that complement the age and style of the home. A separate Utility Room provides practical everyday storage and laundry space.

Upstairs, the Cottage offers two charming Bedrooms. The generous Principal Bedroom enjoys built-in storage and exposed timbers, whilst the Second Bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, making it an ideal Guest Room, child's Bedroom or Home Office. Completing the accommodation is a beautifully appointed First Floor Bathroom, fitted with a contemporary suite including a shower over the bath, perfectly balancing modern convenience with the property's period charm.

Whilst the Cottage is delightful as it stands, it also offers exciting scope for the future, with planning permission already granted (DC/23/1948 and DC/23/1949) for a side and rear extension, providing the rare opportunity to significantly enhance the accommodation whilst preserving the charm and character that make this home so special. It is a wonderful balance of history, lifestyle and potential.

Beautifully presented throughout, this is a home where every room tells a story. Original features have been carefully preserved whilst tasteful improvements ensure the Cottage is ready to be enjoyed from day one. Whether you're relaxing beside the fire on a winter's evening or enjoying the peaceful surroundings in the warmer months, this is a home that offers a lifestyle as special as its history.

Outside

Set well back from the road, the property is approached via a generous shingle driveway providing ample off-street parking for several vehicles, immediately creating an attractive first impression. Mature planting softens the frontage, while the Cottage's handsome façade perfectly reflects the character that awaits inside.

The Gardens wrap beautifully around the property, offering a variety of spaces to enjoy throughout the day. To the front, a charming terrace provides the perfect setting for a morning coffee or evening glass of wine, enclosed by established planting that creates a wonderful sense of privacy. To the rear, a second, slightly sunken patio offers an equally inviting space for outdoor dining and entertaining.

Beyond the terraces, the Garden opens into two distinct lawned areas, bordered by mature hedging, trees and well-established planting, creating a peaceful and secluded setting. The first lawn provides an ideal space for children to play or keen gardeners to personalise, whilst the second offers further flexibility and enjoys a lovely outlook back towards the cottage.

Nestled amongst the greenery is a timber Garden Cabin/Home Office, currently arranged as a home office, providing an ideal space for those working remotely, pursuing hobbies or simply seeking a quiet retreat away from the main house.

Additional information

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: C
Planning Permission Granted: DC/23/1948 and DC/23/1949

agents note

We strongly advise any intending purchaser to verify the above with their legal representative prior to committing to a purchase. The above information has been supplied to us by our clients/managing agents in good faith, but we have not necessarily had sight of any formal documentation relating to the above.