An appealing residence, 2 Ems Cottages offers three storeys of versatile accommodation. On the ground floor, there are two reception rooms to either side of the entrance hallway, with a brick-built working fireplace with Firemaster grate in the sitting room, and archway recesses to either side of the chimney breast. The dining room, on the opposite side, offers a designated spot to host family and friends, with the kitchen just adjacent. Fitted with cottage-style, wall and base-level cabinetry, the kitchen also benefits from an adjoining utility with an external door. A lovely bright family room to the rear is the perfect setting to enjoy the garden, with French doors affording a seamless transition to the outside and views of Racton Monument. The first-floor rooms benefit from beautiful views of the South Downs, with the principal bedroom with vanity sink, and two further bedrooms. The well-appointed family bathroom with bath and shower completes the first floor accommodation. A second stairway rises to the attic level spaces at the top of the house, which provide versatile uses, including a home-office hideaway or a hobbies room, along with a large loft storage room.

Outside

Low-level, manicured evergreen hedging borders the frontage, with a timber five-bar gate opening onto a particularly generous gravelled driveway with parking, and a pedestrian picket gate giving access to the pathway leading to the entrance doorway. To the rear, adjacent to the French doors stands a 'Well', with steps up to the garden. It is mainly laid to lawn with specimen and mature trees. Post and mesh fencing at the far margin affords uninterrupted views over the adjoining fields. With direct access to the countryside beyond the boundary, walkers, nature-enthusiasts and dog owners will be in their element and a side section of the garden is designated to cultivation with extensive vegetable gardens and a notably large greenhouse. There is also a generous timber workshop for DIY projects, along with a summer house and additional shed. The gardens extend to over a third of an acre, and the rear is fully enclosed.

Situation

Situated in the South Downs National Park, the property lies in the tiny hamlet of Racton with its medieval parish church and striking monument, built as a folly by the 2nd Earl of Halifax. It is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and offers wonderful opportunities for cycling, horse riding and exceptional access to public footpaths including the famous Monarch's Way. Traditional English pubs in the area include The Barley Mow at Walderton and The Hare and Hounds at Stoughton. Nearby Stansted House, an Edwardian mansion set in 1800 acres of parkland, is well known for its annual garden show, outdoor theatre and concerts, afternoon cream teas, garden centre and farm shop. To the south is the harbourside market town of Emsworth with individual shops and restaurants. For water sports enthusiasts Chichester Harbour has a number of sailing clubs, including Chichester, Emsworth, Bosham and Itchenor. Bathing and windsurfing may be enjoyed from the blue flag sandy beach at West Wittering and other areas along the coast. The cathedral city of Chichester offers shopping, leisure and cultural activities including the renowned Festival Theatre. The Goodwood Estate is well known for its horse racing events calendar, and the annual Festival of Speed and Revival Meetings. It boasts two golf courses, a spa and small airfield. Despite its position deep in the countryside, the property lies within easy reach of both Havant and Chichester railway stations providing fast, regular services to London Waterloo and Victoria respectively. The M27 and A27 provide excellent west and east road links, while the A3 offers a fast route to both London and the M25. There are a number of excellent state and independent schools in the area at both primary and secondary level.

Directions

From Chichester, join the B2178 to the north of the city centre and follow the road through the village of East Ashling and on reaching Funtington take the right turn just past The Fox & Hounds public house. Continue along the B2146/Hares Lane and at the junction take the left turning onto B2147 sign-posted to Havant/Emsworth/Westbourne. The entrance to the property will be found after a short distance on the right-hand side.