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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · BN17 5BN
Sold STCListed 262 days
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About
DESCRIPTION This stunning Grade II listed period cottage would appeal to anyone wishing to live in a historical property with all the benefits of contemporary style living.
Situated in a conservation area this handsome home is within easy walking distance from the riverfront and Littlehampton's long sandy beaches, the mainline train station and comprehensive shopping/leisure facilities.
8 River Road is beautifully maintained yet retains a wealth of original character features such as original sash windows and glazed doors.
On entering the property there is a welcoming entrance hall with stairs leading to the first floor and door through to the reception rooms.
The formal sitting room with central log burner enjoys views to the front while the dining space offers views onto the rear garden as well as double doors for access.
The beautifully appointed shaker style kitchen offers a large amount of cupboard space and space for a range of freestanding appliances. Completing the downstairs is a sizeable shower room.
To the first floor there are two double bedrooms both with fitted wardrobes and the master offering views onto the marina and the guest bedroom offering views over the pretty rear garden.
Servicing these bedrooms is an opulent bathroom.
Externally, The rear gardens are a charming feature of the property, being a fine example of a cottage garden with a variety of mature planting and space for various seating areas.
THE LOCATION Littlehampton is situated between the picturesque coastal hamlet of Climping and being close to the town centre and the mainline railway station with direct access to London Victoria.
Littlehampton Harbour provides access and mooring for yachts and pleasure craft.
Within sight of the South Downs, between Chichester and Brighton and has become a popular location for second homeowners commuting from London.
There is a wide choice of sporting and recreational activities in the surrounding area including horse racing at both Goodwood and Fontwell park; Car Racing at Goodwood Motor Circuit famously hosting its annual Festival of Speed and Revival meetings; polo at Cowdray park; glorious beaches at the Witterings; dinghy sailing from numerous clubs along the coast with substantial harbours and marinas at Chichester and Littlehampton for mooring larger yachts; numerous golf courses; walking and riding in the rich surrounding countryside.
Value & comps
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Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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