Property description
UNRIVALLED SEA AND COASTAL VIEWS. AN 8 BEDROOM DETACHED PROPERTY WITH LAND - CHAIN FREE. Set in a delightful secluded position on the Southern Coast of the Island and approached via a private gated driveway is this substantial property surrounded by formal gardens and fenced paddocks extending to approximately 16 acres. It has the added benefit of an indoor swimming pool and outbuilding/stables. Parking for several vehicles. The exterior of the property has been renovated by the current owners and whilst the interior requires finishing off and decorating the property would make an ideal and flexible family home.
The accommodation has been designed to make the most of the outstanding views. On the ground floor there is a large kitchen/breakfast room leading to a separate dining room. There are 2 further reception rooms all enjoying superb views towards the English Channel. The imposing hall with staircase leads to the first floor accommodation. The first floor briefly comprises 6 bedrooms and bathroom with most of the bedrooms having stunning sea views. On the second floor there is a further large bedroom with a dressing room.
The lower ground floor comprises a range of rooms that could be used as study/storage. Also on this floor is a 44' wide conservatory with uninterrupted views over the land to the sea. The garage is also located on this level.
Description and situation
The property is a detached house constructed of stone and wood faced elevations beneath a tiled roof. The accommodation is described in the photos and floorplans. It is set out on four storeys and comprises:
Lower Ground Floor
Lobby, Store Rooms, Office 1, Office 2, Store, Study, Conservatory
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall, Cloakroom, Sitting Room, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room
First Floor
Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5
Bedroom 6, Bathroom 1
Second Floor
Attic Room 1/Bedroom, Attic Bedroom 2
Outside
Externally the land extends to approximately 16 acres (to be confirmed) with fenced paddocks; there is also an indoor swimming pool and recently constructed stone barn/stabling. The formal gardens surround the property and offer the perfect place to enjoy the quiet and secluded location. The property offers substantial accommodation set over 4 floors with extensive outside space and would make a perfect family home.
Services and Heating
We are informed that the following mains services are connected to the property (subject to the conditions and stipulations of the relevant utility companies) electricity, water and foul private drainage. The heating system is provided by an oil-fired boiler via radiators heating.
Council Tax: Band G Amount Payable 2012/13: £2,452.93
The Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight, situated off the South Coast of England, is becoming an ever-more popular location for permanent and second homes. Made popular by Queen Victoria, who had her maritime residence at Osborne, the Island is famous for sailing in the Solent; for Cowes Week; for its beautiful coastline including sandy beaches and The Needles; spectacular countryside and long sunshine hours. There are now many more facilities than once was the case, Sainsbury, Tesco, M&S and Waitrose all now have a presence as have other national chains. Communication and transport links are excellent; regular car ferries connect with the national motorway network and fast catamarans have connections via Southampton and Portsmouth to direct trains to London Waterloo which can be reached within 2 hours of leaving the Island shore. Government-funded schools are numerous and independent schools thrive on the Island with some children attending prep and public schools on the mainland. Leisure opportunities abound - walking, riding, paragliding, hang-gliding, team sports, sailing, wind surfing and other water sports, rugby, football (Newport Football Club), cricket and golf clubs. Good transport links enable day trips to the shopping centres of West Quay, Southampton and Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth.
Chale
Chale is a popular village on the south coast of the Island about 10 miles from the Island's main shopping and administrative centre of Newport. The village has its own church, local inn, farm shop, garage with shop, primary school and bus services into Ventnor and Newport. It is close to the famous south west coast of the Island which is formed by sandy beaches beneath dramatic cliffs.
Tenure & Possession, Fixtures & Fittings
The property is offered Freehold with vacant possession on the whole upon Completion. The seller does not include in the sale any fitted carpets, curtains or blinds, nor are any gas or electrical appliances included, however connected, or any other fixtures, unless expressly mentioned in these particulars as forming part of the sale. Some items may be available by separate negotiation.
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