Old School Laundry House, Yapton Lane, Walberton, Arundel, West Sussex BN18

For sale by Auction on 30 September 2026.

A charming four-bedroom detached period residence with stables and a static home, occupying mature grounds extending to approximately 0.54 hectares (1.34 acres).

Enjoying an attractive semi-rural position on the edge of the sought-after village of Walberton, the property is situated within the South Downs National Park, close to Avisford Park Golf Club, approximately 3 miles from the historic town of Arundel, around 6 miles from the south coast and 9 miles from the cathedral city of Chichester. The location offers an appealing balance of countryside surroundings with convenient access to a wide range of amenities and transport links.

Offered with vacant possession, the property presents an excellent opportunity for purchasers to refurbish, extend (subject to any necessary consents) and create a substantial family home tailored to their own requirements. With generous grounds, existing stables and the additional static home, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful property with significant scope for enhancement in a highly desirable location.

Ground Floor: Entrance hall with cloakroom and stairs leading to the first floor accommodation.

Dining room with dual aspect French doors, one to outside and one to the conservatory, which sits on the front aspect of the property with views over the grounds.

Sitting room with French doors and views over gardens and countryside beyond, fireplace with wood burning stove. Inner hall which could be used as a study.

Generous kitchen breakfast room.
First Floor: The first floor has split level staircase.

Double bedroom with countryside views and ensuite.

Double bedroom with attractive feature arched window.

Bedroom with feature arched window, and a single bedroom.

House bathroom with bath, wash basin and toilet.

We understand the property has a currently non-compliant sewerage treatment plant and prospective owners will need to install a new system.

•••• The condition of the property septic tank is such that obtaining a mortgage would prove difficult, therefore the property may suit cash buyers only.

• Gas central heating to main house and LPG to static home
Pre-authorisation: The pre-authorisation of the bidding deposit for this lot is £5,000.
Drainage & Utilities: We understand the property currently has a non-compliant sewerage treatment plant, which can not be use and prospective buyers will need to install a new system at their own cost on completion.

We are advised there is gas central heating to main house and LPG to the static home.
Council Tax: The property is listed with a Council Tax assessment in Band F.
Note: Please be advised that the auctioneers have not personally inspected the property. Prospective buyers are advised to make a viewing enquiry and any other necessary independent enquiries before placing their bid, as this will be binding.

Tenure: Freehold

EPC Rating: D

Terms:
Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Live streamed auction and is being sold under the Unconditional sale type.

Binding contracts will be exchanged at the point of sale.

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Auction Deposit and Fees

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• 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyer’s Fee of 1.8% inc. VAT of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £2,400 inc. VAT)

There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.

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