Courtwick Lane, Wick, Littlehampton, BN17

A handsome detached Strawberry Hill Gothic style former coach house to Courtwick Park, reputed to have some of the finest napped flint work in Sussex and also featuring stunning quatrefoil windows. The property is beautifully presented throughout and retains much of its charm and character with a bell and clock cupola, exposed beams and impressive spiral staircase to the first floor. It is conveniently located within walking distance of the town centre, train station and river Arun with its granite set promenade down to the beautiful beach. The accommodation comprises entrance hall with slate flooring, cloakroom with low level WC, vanity unit with inset sink and half height timber panelling. A pair of timber barn doors lead into bedroom 3/reception room which has a window to the front aspect, slate flooring and a storage cupboard. From the entrance hall an impressive arch leads through to the drawing room/dining hall with beautiful arch windows to the front aspect, French doors to the garden, oak flooring, exposed timber beam ceiling, impressive fireplace with gas fire and spiral staircase to the first floor. The double aspect kitchen/breakfast room with stable door to the side, bespoke handmade solid wood kitchen with a range of wall and base units, solid wooden worktops, butler sink with mixer tap, space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher, space for fridge/freezer, space for range cooker and a larder/pantry cupboard. To the first floor the landing has a linen cupboard and also access to the fully boarded loft with light and ladder. A well-appointed bathroom with opening roof light, roll-top bath, vanity unit with sink, low level WC, heated towel rail, half-height wall tiling and electric underfloor heating. There are two double bedrooms both with beautiful quatrefoil windows, exposed wooden floorboards, one bedroom which has a brick and stone arch leading through to a dressing room with built-in wardrobes. Outside the property is approached via a gated and long private driveway leading to a gravel area providing parking for several cars. A large pair of close-board timber gates provide access through to the fully enclosed walled garden which offers beautiful seclusion and privacy. The mature garden is mainly laid to lawn with flower and shrub borders, specimen trees including a Eucalyptus and a willow tree and a number of patio/entertaining terraces. There are two separate former garages providing ample storage. A human settlement at Littlehampton can be traced back to prehistoric and Roman times, while it appears in the Doomsday Book of 1086 as the small hamlet of 'Hantone'. The property is located in walking distance to the river Arun and just over half a mile from the open sea of the English Channel. The property is also within easy walking distance of Littlehampton town centre, the seafront and mainline railway station with regular services along the coast, to Gatwick Airport and London Victoria. Littlehampton itself lies on the beautiful West Sussex coastline between Chichester and Brighton and has become a popular location for second homeowners commuting from London. There is an abundance of leisure activities on your doorstep including Littlehampton Marina for those with a passion for yachting/boating or the South Downs National Park for walkers, cyclists and horse riding. There are golf courses at Littlehampton, Rustington and Ham Manor. Bailiffscourt Hotel/Spa is close by in Climping. Nearby Goodwood offers a host of events for horseracing and motoring enthusiasts. In all, Littlehampton is an ideal location for anyone interested in a weekend or summer retreat.