Claytons Corner, Birdham, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 7HQ

Built to exacting standards by an award-winning firm, this superb detached home (approx.

3,039 sq ft) lies at the centre of this coveted harbourside village Part of an exclusive development of just five individually designed homes, this generous property, the largest of Claytons Corner, has been finished to an exceptional specification, blending distinctive architectural character with modern building standards, excellent energy efficiency, underfloor heating throughout, Design Vintage lighting and Cat6 data cabling.

Built from handmade red brick with timber cladding under a traditional clay-tiled roof, Plot 1 offers a detached five-bedroom home with a well-planned interior, attractive gardens, a detached garage, off-street parking and boat/trailer storage.

A standout feature of the home is the striking vaulted main living space, which includes a bespoke Sylvarna kitchen with quartz worktops, integrated Miele appliances, a central island, and generous storage.

The adjoining dining area flows seamlessly into a light-filled, triple-aspect family room, centred around a wood-burning stove and opening via garden doors to the paved terrace and landscaped rear garden.

To the front, a well-proportioned 23' living room provides an additional reception space, ideal for more formal entertaining.

The ground floor is completed by a welcoming hallway, perfect for greeting guests, together with a cloakroom and a separate boot/utility room with side access to the garden.

From the central hallway, a staircase rises to a notably spacious landing with generous storage and an airing cupboard.

The first floor accommodates four bedrooms, including one with an en suite shower room and three with built-in wardrobes, along with a family bathroom accessed from the landing — all bath and shower rooms being exclusively designed and fitted by Littlejohn.

A further staircase leads to the second floor, where the main bedroom suite enjoys its own en suite bathroom, also by Littlejohn, and a private landing, ideal for use as a study area.

To the rear, the garden has been professionally landscaped by an award winning designer with paved seating areas, planted borders, and lawn.

Access leads to the front driveway where there is off street parking, a detached garage and space for a boat trailer to one side.

This superb property is situated just off Church Lane, a pretty semi-rural lane in the highly sought-after harbour-side village of Birdham, well known for its charming and historic marina – one of the oldest in the country.

The village also offers a delightful parish church, a village hall, a convenience store with post office, cricket club and a popular primary school.

Surrounded by countryside designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (National Landscapes), the location provides superb coastal walks along the harbour.

The Salterns Way cycle route runs close by, linking West Wittering with Chichester via Itchenor and Chichester Marina.

The Cathedral City of Chichester, just five miles to the north, offers an excellent selection of shopping, cultural and leisure amenities, including the celebrated Festival Theatre, museums, galleries, and a wide choice of restaurants.

Local leisure pursuits extend beyond sailing to include golf at Goodwood and Hunston, bathing at the award-winning beaches of West Wittering and East Head (the latter managed by the National Trust and a popular anchorage with yachtsmen), and horseracing at both Goodwood and Fontwell.

Goodwood also hosts the world-famous Festival of Speed and Revival meetings.

For commuters, Chichester’s mainline railway station provides a regular service to London Victoria in approximately 1 hour 40 minutes (via Gatwick Airport), while nearby Havant station offers a faster service to London Waterloo in about 1 hour 20 minutes.