Property description

A fine 5 bedroom detached house extending to over 4,400 sq ft with impressively large reception rooms (one over 39' (12m) long), standing in its own gardens and grounds a short distance from both Cowes and Newport on the Isle of Wight. Nearby stands a large building (nearly 3,000 sq ft) previously used for printing and storage but potentially suitable for a number of ancillary, commercial or light industrial purposes.



The location is both rural and attractive setting overlooking beautiful countryside, less than 2 miles from the Solent shore at Gurnard.



The property is close to the yachting centre and ferry port of Cowes, to the sailing village of Gurnard and to the County Town of Newport. Parkhurst Forest nearby offers good country walks and permit horse riding.



The house extends to some 4,400 + sq ft (including loft and balcony) and is surrounded by mature, well-planted gardens, grounds and woodland.  

ACCOMODATION The accommodation is set out over 2 storeys; it is described in the photographs and floorplans and more particularly below:



GROUND FLOOR



Porch

Reception Hall - with stairs to First Floor.

Sitting Room - with impressive bay and fireplace, open to:

Dining Room - with fireplace.

Kitchen - with fitted units.

Study

Conservatory on the south-west elevation

Laundry Room

Sun/Billiards Room – over 39' (12m) in length with bay at far end.

Snug/Gymnasium - with spiral staircase to First Floor

Integral Garage - with storage and electric roller shutter garage door.



FIRST FLOOR



Landing - with airing cupboard.

Master Suite comprising:

Bedroom 1 - with built in cupboards with country views and Solent glimpse.

Bathroom 'en-suite' - with twin basins, bath, shower, wc and bidet.

Guest Suite comprising:

Bedroom 2 - with built in cupboards and garden views.

Shower Room 'en-suite' with shower, wc and basin; further cupboards.

Family Bathroom - with bath, shower, wc and basin.

Bedroom 3 - with fitted cupboards and door to Balcony Terrace.

Bedroom 4 - with fitted cupboards and door to Balcony Terrace.

Bedroom 5

Balcony Terrace - from which there are good countryside views and access, via an external door, to an extensive loft above the Sitting Room.  

OUTSIDE The property is approached over a tarmacadam driveway with a separate spur to the Building. There are large parking areas to the front of both the house and separately, the Building. The grounds and gardens extend around the property and include lawns with mature trees - including Medlar and Mulberry Quince and Fig, an orchard with pear, plum and apple trees, a vegetable garden – with raised beds, a greenhouse, a fruit cage established with various topfruit and 2 wooden garden sheds. There is an area of mature woodland to the east which attracts local wildlife including the Island's famous, indigenous red squirrels. In all the property extends to approximately 4.5 acres. 

THE COMMERCIAL BUILDING Originally built to accommodate printing the building is largely of brick beneath a slated roof and a concrete floor. It extends to nearly 3,000 sq ft (274 sq m) of space. There is an oil-fired space heating system and three-phase electrical power supply. Photo-voltaic solar panels currently provide an income of about £2,000 p.a. as well as providing free electricity for the building. Rates and tariffs are subject to change. This building would suit a variety of light industrial and commercial purposed and has letting potential. Alternatively annexe, studio, workshop or equestrian use of this space could be considered. Any change of use or building works would require either necessary statuary or planning consents.  

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 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. 

SERVICES & HEATING We are informed that mains water (metered) and electricity (3 Phase to the Building) are connected to the property (subject to the conditions and stipulations of the relevant utility companies. Heating is by an oil-fired boiler, via radiators – foul drainage is to a private system. 

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS All viewings will be strictly by prior arrangement with the sole selling agents Biles & Co. To view this property please contact our Isle of Wight office on 01983 872335.

 

COUNCIL TAX Band G. Amount Payable 2014/15 £2,521.07