Nestled centrally in the idyllic, historic village of Chiddingfold, adjacent to its Norman church, this picturesque, extended, semi-detached period cottage, offers a perfect retreat for short lets, and will be a delight to those interested in the arts and gardens. A beloved family home for over 35 years, and alive with the creativity of its owners. Just yards from 2 beautiful old pubs and the village green, many wonderful walks in the stunning surrounding countryside and places to visit. ACCOMMODATES 6 to 10 GUESTS Primarily set up for six guests, the property can accommodate ten guests by negotiation to use the two outbuildings. WELCOME to this precious and beloved family home. I have lived here for over 35 years and put much creative love and thought into its development. Each piece of its contents, reflects a treasure, big or small, found or made by me. Please enjoy all it has to offer while respecting the personal value of the house, garden and all that is within the space. The cottage is a Victorian turn of the century extended, semi-detached labourers country cottage, adjacent to St Mary’s, a beautiful old Norman church, offering a charming motif, framed by all the east facing windows. It is gently perched on the bank of a country lane, central to the village but away from the road. When I brought it, the cottage was derelict and over the many decades I have lived here, much painstaking care has been put into fulfilling its potential, whilst not spoiling its original humble charm. As an old house it has many little idiosyncrasies, which require its inhabitant’s respect. It is a place of simple beauty, for peaceful retreat. We hope you love and enjoy it as much as we do and leave with happy memories and a wish to return. THE PROPERTY There is a large conservatory adjoining the kitchen, where a lot of life happens with a vast luxurious sofa filling the end of the space and period pine furniture. A beautiful garden wraps itself around the property, and French doors lead out onto a terrace with table and chairs. Off the spacious fully equipped country kitchen, is a small utility room with fridge and washing machine, leading to a little downstairs loo. There is a cosy snug on the ground floor with a fireplace, very old piano and many books to be carefully enjoyed. The sunny front sitting room, with its period fireplace, has double aspect views to the garden with French-doors leading to another lawn and terrace with pergola, swing seats and a large garden table and chairs for outdoor dining. Potentially, and by negotiation, this room could be used for additional sleeping arrangements. On the first floor there is a double aspect bedroom to the front with rural views, a large period bathroom and another double bedroom to the back. All rooms in the house have charming views of the garden and the village church. A further staircase leads to the top double bedroom with outstanding views over the village, church, and graveyard. OUTHOUSES - Offices 1 & 2/additional double bedrooms The generous garden has a period outhouse, once the old coal shed, now used as an artist studio. By request, guests may access this as an office, or additional double bedroom. At the top of the garden a glorious summer house faces the cottage and is great for entertaining or as a second office or sumptuous double bedroom. Please note, there are no ensuite facilities in either of these buildings. A garden shed houses sun beds, umbrella and garden furnishings and there is a delightful little toddlers playhouse nestled within the lavish Portuguese Laurel. Additional tables, chairs and benches are dotted around the garden to offer special viewpoints with sun or shade depending on the time of day. PARKING There are two parking spaces either side of the steps up to the cottage. You may find additional parking around the village green which is a short walk away.