1 Bed Detached House, The Street, BN45

Location: Poynings, West Sussex (At the foot of the South Downs)

Rent: £1,350 pcm

Pet Policy: Exceptionally Pet-Friendly (Dogs & Cats warmly welcomed)

Availability: September 1st

Step inside a piece of living history. Erected in 1843, Zion Chapel is a stunning, architecturally unique converted chapel tucked into the heart of Poynings—one of the South Downs' most magical and friendly villages.

Owned and loved by the same owner since 2004, this home is not a sterile rental; it is a deeply cherished sanctuary designed for open-plan, high-vibe living. Offering sweeping views of the South Downs to the front and side, it is the ultimate countryside escape for a single professional or couple seeking beauty, peace, and endless trail walks right from their doorstep.

• The Living Area & Warmth: The main chapel hall is a breathtaking open-plan space featuring double-height ceilings, historic arched windows with bespoke timber shutters, and exposed roof beams. The entire downstairs features high-end stone tiling with luxurious underfloor heating. For those crisp winter nights, the focal point is a massive, high-capacity 10+kW woodburner that keeps the entire chapel beautifully toasty and atmospheric.

• The Mezzanine Bedroom: Tucked under the beautiful timber eaves, the mezzanine double bedroom overlooks the main hall, offering a cozy, romantic, and uniquely private sleeping space.

• The Kitchen & Utilities: A fully equipped, thoughtfully integrated sage-green kitchen features premium solid worktops, a high-end cooker, a Belfast sink, and a slimline dishwasher.

• The Back-of-House Luxury: Unlike most historic conversions, storage and utility are seamless here. A separate utility room provides immense wardrobe/storage space, a high-end Bosch washer-dryer, and a massive American-style fridge-freezer.

Poynings isn’t just a location; it’s a community. It is famously warm, welcoming, and tight-knit.

• Your Extended Front Room: Directly next door is The Royal Oak—a remarkably quiet, historic country pub known for fantastic food and an incredibly friendly atmosphere. It truly acts as an extension of the chapel’s living room, where villagers gather and chat.

• A Paradise for Pet Lovers: Uniquely for a premium property of this caliber, Zion Chapel is proudly pet-friendly. It is a dream home for a dog, with world-class walking trails radiating in all directions. It is equally perfect for cats—in fact, the owner’s previous cat, Elvis, used to stroll down to the Royal Oak to collect him for dinner!

"I bought Zion Chapel in 2004 and fell in love with it the second I first saw it. Even though life has taken me across the water, I still stay in touch with the wonderful people in the village today. Because this home means so much to me, you will have direct contact with me, Darren. I am fully invested in your peace of mind, and any maintenance or property issues are always rectified immediately. I am looking for a tenant who will love and respect this space just as much as I do."

• Historic 1843 Converted Chapel with immense character.

• Breathtaking open-plan living with mezzanine bedroom.

• Stone floors with underfloor heating + massive 10kW+ woodburner.

• Fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher & separate utility room.

• Bespoke storage & American fridge-freezer.

• Magnificent South Downs views and immediate trail access.

• Proudly pet-friendly.

• Managed directly by an attentive, caring private landlord.

Viewings: Highly selective viewings will be batched and held strictly by prior appointment. Please reply with a short introduction about yourself, your occupation, and any four-legged companions who will be sharing the adventure with you!