Description
Occupying a substantial 2 acre plot in an area of outstanding natural beauty located in St. Lawrence Undercliff, the property is elevated to enjoy the superb views across the English Channel
Owl Cottage - An attractive detached home, presented to the market for the first time in 30 years. An area prolific with wildlife, the plot is occupied by mature trees, providing privacy and attracting the Island's native Red Squirrels and a wide selection of birds. The road is now closed between St. Lawrence and Niton, creating a quiet and serene location with minimal traffic, mostly only used by local residents accessing their properties.
The ground floor accommodation is laid out to enjoy the wonderful sea views, with a large sitting room with a brick-built fireplace and accompanying woodburning stove, a cosy dining room and a study, all benefitting from the views.
On the first floor, the two largest double bedrooms have access to a large balcony extending across the front of the property, creating a perfect place to enjoy the property's southerly aspect.
Within the extensive grounds, there is a detached, timber pitched roof workshop, which has been subdivided to create a separate room, whilst still retaining a sizable work area with double doors. The main driveway to the property sweeps around the edge of the plot, allowing ample parking at the rear away from the road. Castlehaven and Binnel Bay are in close proximity, with access to many other coastal walks and to further beautiful bays and coves.
The nearby town of Ventnor boasts the beautiful Botanic Gardens, a selection of independent shops and an array of attractive bars and eateries.
ACCOMMODATION
ENTRANCE HALL
Accessed from the side of the home with space for coats.
STUDY
A wonderful room to work from home with views over the English Channel.
SITTING ROOM
With windows extending across the room to enjoy the superb outlook over the gardens and to the sea beyond. With a large brick-built fireplace with woodburning stove.
DINING ROOM
A dual aspect room with small brick-built fireplace and views over the English Channel.
KITCHEN
Fitted with cottage style wall and base units with work surface over, inset stainless steel sink and drainer and space for freestanding cooker. Window providing lovely views over the garden and door to:
REAR PORCH/BOOT ROOM
Glazed to three sides with a door out to the garden. Ample space for coats and shoes.
SHOWER ROOM
Fully tiled and fitted with a large modern shower enclosure, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.
SEPARATE CLOAKROOM
With WC and wash basin.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
BEDROOM 1
A large double bedroom with stripped wood flooring and an undereaves cupboard. A door leads out on to the south facing BALCONY, with views over the English Channel.
BEDROOM 2
A further large double bedroom with stripped wood flooring and access to the BALCONY providing fantastic sea views.
BEDROOM 3
A double bedroom with stripped wood flooring and eaves storage. Window overlooking the impressive Undercliff to the rear.
BEDROOM 4
A single bedroom with eaves storage and views over the pretty gardens and the Undercliff.
CLOAKROOM
With WC and wash basin.
ATTIC ROOM
(8m x 3m) Accessed via a ladder, with a window to each end.
OUTSIDE
To the front of the property there is a SINGLE GARAGE and adjacent steps that lead up to the home and a flat area of lawn with a DETACHED SUMMER HOUSE. A pathway leads around either side of the home with various mature shrubs and flowers planted throughout the garden. The grounds on the eastern boundary have a wealth of mature trees, giving privacy from the road and a lovely environment for local wildlife to enjoy. A long driveway sweeps around the edge of the plot leading to the DETACHED WORKSHOP and providing extensive parking.
POSTCODE
PO38 1XY
COUNCIL TAX
Band F
TENURE
Freehold
EPC
Rating F
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. Heating provided by electric panel heaters. Private Drainage.
VIEWINGS
All viewings strictly by prior appointment with the sole selling agents, Spence Willard.
Important Notice:
1. Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Spence Willard in the particulars or by word of mouth or in writing ('information') as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Spence Willard nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s). 2. Photos etc: The photographs show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. 3. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer or lessee must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. 4. VAT: The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice.
