An elegant Georgian mansion home

Enrich your life beyond all measure at Forbes Place

Having the immense wealth that earns you a place on the Forbes List of the world’s richest people may not bring you all the happiness you desire.But acquiring a home in Forbes Place in Chichester could well enrich your life beyond all measure.

And it is certainly an enriching place – Grade II listed – where even the wisteria adorning the front is thought worthy of mention by Historic England, in addition to the many fixed architectural features.

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“I don’t think I’ve ever found a property with a listed wisteria before, and I’m told this might be the only listed shrub in the United Kingdom,” says Anne-Marie Green, of Fine and Country estate agents in Emsworth.

“Together with the grand entrance steps with a pediment crowning the roof above them, it makes a fine way to step up to discover what will be revealed inside – including the impressive columns in the entrance hall, where a passenger lift also reflects the needs of modern living.

“One of the largest and most spacious apartments in the building, dating back to 1825 when it was constructed as an infirmary and the first matron planted that wisteria, is now being offered sale and is a delightful home looking out across the communal gardens and the green space in front of the Chichester Festival Theatre.

“The accommodation has good proportions, and with high ceilings and large windows throughout is exceptionally light. All rooms are accessed from the spacious hallway where, to the left, double doors lead into the split-level and double-aspect sitting / dining room adjacent to the well-equipped kitchen.

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“The principal bedroom overlooks the rear garden and is spacious and light, with a good range of fitted wardrobes and a door leading to the recently re-fitted en-suite shower room. Bedroom two – also a double – is conveniently located adjacent to the main bathroom, which has also recently been refitted.

“Retained gardeners keep the communal gardens looking spruce, but of course it’s that wisteria – which is believed to have been a gift from the Chinese ambassador on the day the infirmary opened – which steals the show.

“On a practical note, the single garage, with electric up-and-over door, is located to the rear of the building, and there is also allocated parking as well as designated parking for visitors.

“Chichester city centre is within walking distance for those who love a shopping experience, and in addition to the cultural venues of the Theatre and Pallant House Gallery, there are also the impressive coastline to the south and the expanses of the South Downs National Park to the north for residents to explore.”

£420,000Fine and Country EmsworthView the full listing here