Property description

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION A prime waterfront home in an outstanding position on Yarmouth High Street - one of the finest marine locations in the South of England. This Victorian property has direct water frontage, is set out on 3 storeys and commands impressive, uninterrupted sea views across the western Solent. Situated within five minutes walking distance of the harbour, shops, restaurants and ferry terminal of this delightful and historic harbour town, the property has 4-5 bedrooms, well-proportioned reception rooms, gardens and an old boathouse. The current layout includes a staff annexe on the ground floor; Waterfront property in this location is sought-after and rarely comes to the market.



A detached house built of colour-washed elevations beneath mainly slated roofs, the property stands in a commanding position, within a Conservation Area on the Upper High Street in this pretty small port. The street elevation has 3 oriel windows to the first floor and fronts onto the High Street with a pretty, porch and garden area set behind a low wall topped by a cast iron rail. There are access ways to the garden at either side. On the western side, Friars Lane extends to the sea wall/slipway area, providing access to the garden, the sea and to the Old Boathouse. The seaward elevation of the property provides a balcony onto the Solent with magnificent sea views of the busy waters off Yarmouth - all sorts of craft abound; from small sailing dinghies and pleasure craft to large merchant and cruise vessels. The majority of the rooms benefit from this ever-changing spectacle, as do the ground floor balcony, the dining terrace and the gardens.



The accommodation is described in the photos and floorplans. It is set out on 3 storeys and comprises:





GROUND FLOOR



Entrance Porch



Dining Room - with sea views, open fireplace and sliding glazed terrace doors onto:



Balcony Terrace with sea views and overlooking the garden.



Drawing Room - with sea views, open fireplace and box bay window.



Hallway



Cloakroom - with w.c.



Kitchen - with fitted units and open to:



Breakfast Room - with sea views







FIRST FLOOR



Master Bedroom Suite comprising: Bedroom 1 with fitted wardrobes and sea views; Dressing Room and Bathroom 'en-suite'.



Bedroom 2



Bedroom 3 - with sea views.



Family Bathroom







LOWER GROUND FLOOR (currently arranged as staff accommodation)



Sitting/Reception Room - with sliding glazed doors onto the Lower Terrace



Bedroom - with Fitted Wardrobes



Shower Room - with w.c.



Utility Room - with boiler and drying area



Laundry Room - with door onto the Lower Terrace



 

OUTSIDE The property is provided with a mature, terraced garden which can be accessed from the house or via the accessways at either side. There are two principal levels; the upper level consists mainly of a paved terrace, ideal for dining 'al-fresco' and the lower level being lawned. Both are edged with flower beds and mature borders with specimen shrubs. There are raised beds with walling, the whole provides an enchanting environment overlooking the sea, ideal both for relaxation and entertaining. The sea wall is crossed with a wooden staircase which passes through a pedestrian gate and descends to a concrete platform bordering the foreshore. This area is held under a lease with The Crown Estate.

There is a charming Old Boat House in the NW corner of the property which is constructed of brick elevations beneath a clay tiled roof. This building is currently used for garden storage but holds some potential for possible conversion to other use subject to obtaining any necessary Statutory and Conservation Area consents. The large doorway from Friars Lane is currently boarded.



On 19th November 2013 Planning and Conservation Area Consent ( Ref: TCP/19823/F P/01230/13) was granted for a three storey rear (north elevation) extension to provide additional living accommodation to include balconies at ground and first floor level on rear (north) elevation and a replacement roof to include new gables on side elevations.



 

SERVICES & HEATING The following mains services are connected to the property (subject to the conditions and stipulations of the relevant utility companies) water, electricity, gas and foul drainage. The heating is provided by a gas-fired boiler via radiators.  

TENURE & POSSESSION, FIXTURES & FITTINGS The property is offered Freehold, excepting the Crown Lease, with vacant possession on the whole upon Completion. The seller does not include in the sale any gas or electrical appliances, 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. 

COUNCIL TAX Band H. Amount Payable 2014/15 £3,047.20 

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS Viewing is strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents Biles & Co. To view this property please contact our Isle of Wight office on 01983 527744. 

DIRECTIONS Yarmouth is accessed via the ferry from Lymington www.wightlink.co.uk or is well-signed from nearby local towns. The High Street extends to the west of the Town and can be accessed from the A3054 Newport-Yarmouth Road to the west. The property stands on the seaward side.

 

YARMOUTH Yarmouth is a picturesque port situated at the western end of the Island on the beautiful River Yar estuary, a popular sailing and wildlife centre. The town has a long history, the castle being built by Henry VIII in 1547 as a coastal defence. Within the centre of the town there are many shops, cafes, restaurants and traditional pubs and hotels. The Michelian Star chef Robert Thomspon is now Head Chef at the Geroge Hotel. The local primary school, The Royal Solent Yacht Club, Yarmouth Sailing Club, pier and harbour with its car ferry connection to Lymington (35 minutes) are all conveniently nearby.  

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, Sainsburys, Tesco, M&S and now 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 with 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 including Horlde Wallhampton near Lymington. 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.