Description
Manana, is a brick-built bungalow constructed in the 1980's, to replace a former boat house. The single storey accommodation extends to 911sq.ft (84.6 sq.m) and whilst it has been looked after over the years, it is dated in its fitment and now offers an excellent opportunity as a refurbishment or development project. It enjoys an enviable position on this friendly tranquil island with fine views over this picturesque stretch of the river, Towpath opposite. A private 50' mooring with a concrete landing stage and berth make it ideal for the boating enthusiast.
Until the end of the 19th century Pharaoh's Island was formally known, as 'Dog Ait' acquiring its name following the construction of the 'The Sphinx' being first house on the island commissioned by Sir Cyril Atkinson, an English High Court Judge and Conservative Party politician, who's hobbies included Egyptology. Subsequent properties on the island followed were named in the Egyptian theme, so the island was renamed Pharaoh's Island. Over the years the island has also played host to a number of celebrities, artists and notorieties, who appreciate the privacy and seclusion offered by its boat only access.
Manana offers well-proportioned accommodation with a large double aspect, beamed living room that retains its open fireplace and patio doors open into a timber framed conservatory and a raised riverside terrace. Adjoining is the kitchen that is separated by a breakfast bar with a separate utility room adjacent. To the rear are two double bedrooms and a 4-piece bathroom.
The bungalow is set back on its plot with a paved courtyard and shed to the rear and has a gate opening onto the communal Green. The main body of the garden is to the front, to take advantage of the panoramic river views and 50' river frontage with a concrete landing stage and berth. It is mainly laid to lawn with established shrub beds and a path leading to the property.
Services: The property is connected to all main services.
Council Tax: F Parking: There is a small resident's carpark adjoining the communal landing stage on the Shepperton bank.
Pharaoh's Island is situated in the middle of the Thames with Shepperton on the north bank and Weybridge to the south. Today the island consists of 23 properties accessed by boat only across this short stretch of the river, but once over, you immediately begin to feel the peaceful tranquillity of island life, away from traffic and its warm sense of small friendly community. There is small private residents car park and additional public parking on the Towpath. Shepperton offers a friendly thriving village community, ideal for bringing up a family and boasts an excellent selection of state and private schools, catering for all age groups. The village centre with its traditional bustling High Street, bus routes and station providing a service to London Waterloo (53 minutes) are within approximately 1.7 miles. Close by are lakes used for open water swimming, Desborough Sailing Club and the Towpath forms part of the Thames Path that runs from the Thames flood barrier at Woolwich to Kemble in Gloucestershire. Historic 'Old Shepperton' with its picturesque Church Square, fine Norman Church, Kings Head pub and restaurants are all within an easy stroll. For the motorist, junction 1, M3, the start of the A316 to London & junction 11, M25 are 3.8 & 3.4 miles.
