3 bed detached house for sale

White Halls, West Street, Sompting BN15

Summary

First time to the market since 1962 - Whitehalls is a substantial and characterful 1930s detached family home set on a generous plot in one of Sompting’s most desirable roads. Offering three double bedrooms, two reception rooms and large entrance reception hall, the property provides outstanding space throughout. Externally, the home enjoys a beautiful rear garden, extensive driveway and the added benefit of a self-contained one-bedroom annex, ideal for multi-generational living or rental income. A rare opportunity to acquire a true forever home with huge potential to modernise and tailor to personal taste.

Internal

A welcoming 21ft reception hall enjoys exposed beams, a feature fireplace and introduces the generous proportions and charm found across the home. To the front, the elegant living room features a striking 1930s curved bay window, flooding the room with natural light and offering a warm, inviting space for family relaxation. The second reception/dining room offers direct access to the garden creating a wonderfully versatile and atmospheric area for entertaining.

The kitchen is fitted with ample units and work surfaces, and offers clear scope for remodelling or future open-plan reconfiguration (STPP). A handy ground floor WC completes the downstairs layout.

Upstairs, the property provides three generous double bedrooms, each benefiting from strong natural light and various built-in furniture and storage solutions. The spacious first-floor bathroom serves all bedrooms and offers great potential for updating. Throughout, the property retains a wealth of character, with the scale and layout lending themselves perfectly to modernisation, redesign or extension (STPP).

External

Whitehalls sits proudly on a sizeable plot with a wide frontage and excellent kerb appeal. The large driveway provides extensive off-road parking, leading to an impressive 43ft garage (in need of repair), ideal for vehicles, storage or workshop use and offering excellent conversion potential (STPP).

The rear garden is a standout feature, with flint wall, a broad, mature and predominantly lawned space that enjoys excellent privacy and sunshine. A raised terrace adjoins the property, creating a perfect spot for outdoor dining, entertaining or family living. The grounds provide huge scope for landscaping, gardening or future extensions.

Next to the garage is an outside toilet and basin.

Situated

Ideally positioned on West Street, one of Sompting’s most favoured residential roads, the property enjoys a peaceful yet well-connected setting. Local shops, schools, cafés and bus routes are all within easy reach, while Lancing train station provides direct links to Brighton, Worthing and London. Beautiful countryside walks across the South Downs are moments away, and the seafront is nearby, offering the perfect blend of village charm and coastal accessibility. This location is highly sought after for families, commuters and those seeking a balanced lifestyle.

Annex

A superb addition to the home, this self-contained one-bedroom annex offers excellent flexibility for multi-generational living, independent accommodation for an older child, or an attractive rental/airbnb opportunity. Benefitting from its own private entrance, the annex features a bright and spacious 15ft lounge with a pleasant outlook and neutral décor, leading through to a compact yet practical kitchenette, fitted with work surfaces, storage cupboards and space for appliances.

The bedroom area has direct access to a private shower room complete with corner shower, WC and wash basin. The layout flows perfectly for someone wanting independent living while remaining close to the main home. With its own hallway, heating, plumbing and generous room sizes, the annex provides an ideal turnkey solution for extended family, guests or potential income generation.

The annex also benefits its own southerly aspect private garden accessed via french doors surrounding by fences and enclosed by mature hedging. The annex currently has its own gas boiler, but this has been disconnected.