Property description
The pretty but modest exterior of this Grade II listed historical stone building belies the generous accommodation found within which surprisingly offers 6 double bedrooms plus a study and TV room as well as a generous size drawing room and kitchen/breakfast room.
Vernon House was sympathetically refurbished and modernised in 2006 with works including renewal of electrical, plumbing and heating systems, as well as the installation of new high quality kitchen and bathrooms.
This has been achieved whilst still retaining the charm and character of the period. A special feature of the property are the attractive outdoor spaces accessed from most levels: a mature walled garden to the rear: a balcony off the kitchen: and a glorious sun-trap terrace with sight of the sea, opening off the master bedroom. Planning permission has been granted for a spiral staircase to be installed between the kitchen balcony and the top balcony off the master bedroom which will be installed by the current owner.
GROUND FLOORStone steps lead to a partly stained glass front door with ornate canopy leading to:
Entrance Hall Staircases to first and lower ground floor levels with built in cupboard incorporating bar. Part glazed door leading to steps to the garden.
Cloakroom/WC and handbasin.
Drawing Room A lovely room which is the full depth of the house and has dual aspect partially stained glass windows to the front towards Northwood Park and to the rear enjoying views over the rear garden. Period wooden floorboards and an impressive working Adam style fireplace with marble surround and slate hearth. There is currently a dining area to one end of the room.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room Fitted with a sleek range of floor to ceiling cupboards in addition to wall and base units with marble worksurfaces over, inset butler sink and mixer tap. Integral AEG dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Range cooker with 5-ring gas hob and double oven. Stripped wood flooring and inset halogen spotlights to the ceiling. Part glazed door to balcony with space for table and chairs and overlooking the rear garden.
LOWER GROUND FLOOR
Hall With part glazed stable door leading to the walled garden.
Utility Area With space and plumbing for washing machine with a flagstone shelf over providing space for a dryer. Butler sink with mixer tap. Tiled floor and shelving.
TV Room Window to front elevation, original flagstone flooring and inset halogen spotlights to ceiling.
Study With a deep window sill providing a lovely spot to enjoy the views over the rear garden. Cupboard housing hot water cylinder and separate cupboard housing Worcester gas fired boiler.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing With wide window overlooking Northwood Park and staircase off to second floor.
Master Bedroom A well proportioned bedroom with an ornate marble working fireplace with overmantle mirror and alcoves either side. A pretty bay window enjoys views over the rear garden and glimpses of
the River Medina, incorporating a door which leads to:
Roof Garden A superb wooden deck enjoying views over the garden and glimpses of the Solent, a good size area with space for table and chairs. Metal balustrade and outside light.
Ensuite Shower Room Fitted with a tiled and glazed cubicle, pedestal hand basin and low level wc. Half tiled walls. Light and shaver point. Radiator.
Bathroom 1/Ensuite to Master Bedroom This generous bathroom can be accessed from the landing and the master bedroom. Roll top bath with mixer tap. Tiled with marble and partly to the walls. Heated towel rail, extractor and halogen lighting.
Bedroom 2 A lovely room overlooking the Park. Curved wall, painted wrought iron fireplace. Connecting door to:
Bedroom 3 Cast iron fireplace with wooden surround. Window to rear with river glimpse.
SECOND FLOORAll of the second floor bedrooms have partially sloped ceilings with halogen spotlights.
Bedroom 4 Enjoying views to the rear, of the Solent and the harbour. Ornate cast iron fireplace with slate hearth.
Bedroom 5 Cast iron fireplace. Enjoying views over the River Medina and harbour entrance.
Bedroom 6 Overlooking Northwood Park to the front. Large built in cupboard with hanging rail. Cast iron fireplace.
Bathroom A generous room with roll top bath with mixer tap and shower over, pedestal wash basin and WC. Heated towel rail. Natural limestone and under floor heating. Halogen spotlights and skylight.
Heating The property is warmed by gas central heating to a radiator system supplied by the Worcester gas fired boiler situated in the Study, this also provides all domestic hot water.
OUTSIDEThe front of the house has an attractive wrought iron balustrade. To the right of the front door are the original double doors into the former coach house. This now provides generous storage space and access to the rear garden via a Garden Room with brick flooring and
two part glazed doors leading to the garden as well as two attractive arched windows overlooking the garden.
Cloakroom WC and wash hand basin.
Lovely walled gardens to the rear with a paved terrace accessed from the lower ground floor and via stone steps from the kitchen/breakfast room on the ground floor, an ideal spot for al fresco dining and entertaining.
There is a lawn area beyond bordered by mature shrubs and trees providing an attractive setting. The walled garden can be lit up at night.
Council Tax Band F
Tenure Freehold
Services Mains electricity, gas and water . Mains drainage
AGENTS NOTESOur description of any appliances and/or services (including any central heating system) should not be taken as any guarantee that these are in working order. None of these statements contained in these particulars as to the property are to be relied on as statements of fact. These
particulars do not form part of any contract. Especially if travelling long distances, if there is any point of particular importance, please contact Hose Rhodes Dickson who will be pleased to clarify the information.
Floor plans are schematic and are for guidance only. Measurements are approximate. Please note that our photographs depict the property in a furnished condition. On completion all furnishings will be removed unless specifically mentioned elsewhere as being included in the sale. Details and photographs prepared June 2013.
Property Features :
- 6 bedroom grade II listed Georgian house
- Attractive outdoor spaces accessed from most levels
- Situated in the sought after ´Old Town´ area
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