OAKBEAM COTTAGE
WEST SUSSEX
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Oakbeam Cottage is a secluded period property located in the heart of rural West Sussex, offering an authentic and visually rich setting for film, television, and commercial productions. Set within the grounds of a Grade II-listed 17th-century manor house and accessed via winding country lanes, the cottage is surrounded by open countryside, ancient trees, and quiet farmland. The hamlet setting provides excellent privacy and minimal modern interference, making it ideal for period shoots, countryside scenes, or lifestyle filming. The nearby South Downs National Park and historic Goodwood Estate offer additional filming potential within easy reach.
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Oakbeam Cottage blends original architectural detail with soft contemporary styling, creating an elegant yet lived-in environment that translates beautifully on screen. The interiors include exposed timber beams, vaulted ceilings, and a restored Shaker-style kitchen finished in duck egg blue. The open-plan living area is filled with natural light and period character, featuring a wood-burning stove and warm, neutral tones that suit a range of filming aesthetics - from modern rustic to timeless English country.
The property also includes a landscaped cottage garden that catches the morning and afternoon sun, ideal for exterior scenes. A copper outdoor bath adds a unique cinematic feature, perfect for atmospheric shots. The quiet surroundings allow for clean audio capture, and the property’s layout supports flexible camera setups both indoors and out.
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Oakbeam Cottage includes two fully dressed bedrooms, styled with thoughtful detail to suit a range of domestic or lifestyle narratives. The master bedroom features a sloped ceiling, natural textures, and a king-size bed that exudes comfort and understated elegance. The second bedroom offers twin beds and subtle visual references to classic British motorsport and aviation, creating a nostalgic yet contemporary feel.
A family bathroom upstairs includes a traditional bath with overhead shower, while downstairs offers a stylish utility boot room and WC - ideal for scenes depicting rural living or family life. The kitchen, dining, and lounge areas flow together seamlessly, offering multiple angles for continuous shots and natural movement through the space.
Oakbeam Cottage provides a ready-to-film, detail-rich setting with strong visual identity - perfect for commercials, interiors shoots, period features, and countryside dramas.
