Location

The village of West Wittering itself offers a selection of local shops, a public house, primary school, church, tennis club, riding school and sailing club. The local area is renowned for its unspoilt Blue Flag sandy beach, in particular, and the associated water sports and sailing activities available there and around Chichester Harbour itself. Further afield lies the cathedral city of Chichester, overlooked by the spectacular South Downs with its National Park status.

Membership of the West Wittering Sailing Club is open only to those with a West Wittering address and is much valued by local families who want to enjoy the harbour and as a great training ground for children to learn to sail.

East Wittering approximately 2 miles east, offers a selection of great local shops including two butchers, a fishmongers, two greengrocers, a bakery and two supermarkets. There is an ice cream shop, old fashioned sweet shop, various bars and restaurants and coffee shops.

The Cathedral city of Chichester is about 8 miles away and provides a comprehensive range of shopping amenities arranged partly within its pedestrianised centre, dominated by Chichester Cathedral and its ancient city walls. The arts are well represented with the internationally known Festival Theatre and recently extended Pallant House Gallery housing one of the best modern art collections in the country. The annual Arts Festival centered on the cathedral attracts artists and media personalities from all over the world.

Communications in the area are excellent with the mainline station at Chichester providing a regular service to London Victoria, Waterloo (via Clapham junction), Gatwick and other towns and cities along the south coast. The A3 provides good access to London and via the M25 to Heathrow, with the M27 leading to Southampton Airport and the West.

Description

Saltings is a beautifully presented and meticulously renovated family home, less than a mile from West Wittering beach. Combining elegant design with a relaxed coastal feel, this exceptional property offers generous, light-filled living spaces and breathtaking views across open fields to Chichester Harbour beyond.

A striking double-height hallway sets the tone, creating an immediate sense of light and space. At the heart of the house, the bespoke kitchen is both stylish and superbly equipped, centred on a statement AGA with additional gas hob. A large island with breakfast bar provides ample space for food preparation and informal dining, while the built-in seating in the dining area creates a cosy eating space. Adjoining this, an informal seating area is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling bi-fold doors that open directly onto the terrace and pool area, a seamless link between indoors and out, perfect for summer entertaining.

The formal reception room is a wonderfully calm and inviting space, with double-aspect windows framing the views, bespoke bookcases, and a wood-burning stove for winter evenings. A dedicated study provides a quiet spot for working from home, and a spacious laundry room offers excellent storage. Also on the ground floor is a private bedroom with adjoining shower room, ideal for guests, a nanny or multi-generational living, also benefitting from garden access.

Upstairs, a galleried landing leads to the principal suite, a spectacular, light-filled room with tall west-facing windows capturing glorious sunsets over East Head. This serene space includes a luxurious en suite bathroom and dressing area. Two further double bedrooms each enjoy their own en suites, one with stunning views towards the water, while across the landing are two additional adjoining bedrooms served by a family bathroom.

The house is set back from the road behind a walled front garden and neatly clipped hedging, with generous parking and an integrated garage. The rear garden is a true highlight: a wide sweep of immaculate lawn bordered by mature trees and hedges, offering privacy and tranquillity. A broad stone terrace wraps around the house and frames the swimming pool, the focal point for summer gatherings. From here, the garden opens onto uninterrupted rural views across open fields to East Head and Chichester Harbour beyond. A timber outbuilding discreetly houses the pool plant and provides useful storage.

This property combines exceptional craftsmanship, refined interiors and a coveted setting moments from the beach, a rare opportunity to acquire a truly outstanding coastal home.

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