The Nest at Severels offers guests access to a slice of architectural history; designed by the architect Walter Greaves in 1980, it is one of only a very few late 20th Century houses to be granted a rare Grade II* listing. Designed as a series of ‘pods’, the owners (both of whom grew up in the area) now share their home with guests, and have made the two bedroomed, self-contained annexe available to anyone who wants to experience both the stunning design, and glorious location, for themselves.

Greaves designed the house in part of what was the garden to his previous home – four acres of rolling garden and woodland, complete with river running through it. The house and grounds can be found along a quiet lane in the pretty village of Runcton, itself just two miles south of Chichester. It’s so tucked away that most will never get to see this completely unique, timber-clad building for themselves.

Ground Floor

Open Plan Living Space with Kitchenette, dining booth for four, and a relaxing space that features two sofas, underfloor heating and a smart TV.

Shower room; Toilet, sink and shower.

First Floor

Bedroom 1: King sized bed, small bath. Black out blinds. 

Bedroom 2: Twin Beds that can be configured together and a third small bed available on request. Black out blinds. 

 

 

Runcton is a small, pretty village located just two miles south of Chichester, in the heart of the South Downs. Chichester station offers connections to London Victoria in just 90 minutes, and once you arrive at The Nest at Severels there are plenty of places to explore by bike.

This is right in the heart of countryside, coast and culture – giving easy access to the vast rolling South Downs National Park, to beaches at West Wittering, Pagham and Selsey, and to the cultural attractions of the Cathedral town of Chichester which include the acclaimed Chichester Festival Theatre, modern art, and history. The Goodwood Estate is just 5 minutes drive, which offers a myriad of events throughout the season including motor-racing and horse-racing, and offers golf, tennis and a health club. Crazy golf, pitch and putt is also available nearby at Chichester golf course just a 5 minute drive away.

Severels is located along a quiet country lane, and set in spacious grounds which were formally a Priory and later set out by RHS Wisley – so there is plenty of natural beauty, peace and tranquility if that is what you’re looking for.

Runcton is blessed with a village pub, the Walnut Tree, as well as a brilliant farm shop that also boasts a café, and sells lots of local produce including meat, locally grown vegetables, delicatessen and coffee. They also offer Pick Your Own in season. So why not sample the best that Sussex has to offer whipping up a meal at home?

Chichester has one restaurant for every 154 people! So there is a wealth of choice on your doorstep – whether you are looking for modern British, authentic Turkish, Asian fusion, or Tapas. The restaurant on the Goodwood Estate – Farmer Butcher Chef – boasts that you will have travelled further than your food! Their emphasis is on produce reared and grown on Goodwood’s Home Farm, and on using the best of the seasons.

Most walks and cycles can take in a fine country pub. Try The George at Eartham, The Fox Goes Free, near Goodwood (which is really well placed for walks on the Downs), or the Crab & Lobster at Sidlesham (after working up an appetite with some bird-spotting at Pagham Harbour. On the coast, Billy’s at Bracklesham has a fun surf vibe, The Boathouse at Chichester Marina is a great laid-back place for breakfast, brunch or lunch with great views of the Harbour, and the Crown & Anchor at Dell Quay has the perfect terrace overlooking the water.