Property description

Property Description



Situated in the sought-after South Wight village of Whitwell is this superb detached stone built family home standing in approximately 1.4 acres of grounds with the added benefit of a detached bungalow and reduced energy costs from solar panels.



The property benefits from extensive gardens, heated swimming pool with pool house, stables and pony paddock. This is truly a magnificent family home conveniently located for local shops, doctors' surgery and schools in Niton and within easy reach of the coast at Ventnor and the town of Newport.



Access to the Islands extensive network of footpaths and bridleways provide wonderful walking and riding opportunities in the beautiful open countryside. The property is within walking distance of the popular White Horse public house in Whitwell.



The House of St Francis is thought to date from the 1750's and takes it's name from the order of nuns which once occupied this interesting accommodation. The property is approached via a sweeping private gravel driveway leading to the rear of the house with generous parking and garaging for three vehicles.



The property has a wealth of period features which have been stylishly refurbished and enhanced in recent years and complement the contemporary fittings that have been added to the property.



A newly refurbished conservatory leads inside to a spacious Hallway providing access to the principal reception rooms comprising an impressive Drawing Room, Sitting Room and Study. The Dining Room opens onto the modern Kitchen with some integrated appliances. All of the rooms enjoy views over the gardens or countryside. A Utility and Cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.



The light and airy Inner Hall leads to the first floor with five double Bedrooms, one of which benefits from a Bathroom 'En-suite'. There is a Family Bathroom plus a second Shower Room which could easily be made an "En-Suite". The flexible accommodation could easily be re-configured to provide a self contained Living/Bedroom suite if required.



Ground Floor



Conservatory

Hallway

Drawing Room – spacious room with fireplace

Sitting Room - fireplace with calor gas fire

Study – with fireplace

Dining Room – opening onto the Kitchen

Kitchen – with some integrated appliances and views over the rear garden

Utility Room

Cloakroom



First Floor



Master Bedroom – with fine countryside views

Bedroom 2 – with Bathroom 'en-suite'

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Family Bathroom – with bath and shower

Shower Room



Outside

To the front of the property there is an area of lawn and established planting and mature trees. The driveway leads to the rear of the property and the extensive grounds encompassing further areas of lawn, heated swimming pool with substantial pool house/changing

rooms, 2 box stables and a pony paddock with separate vehicle access from Strathwell Crescent. There is a large double garage/workshop and potting shed.

In addition the owners have installed solar panels (owned outright) that not only reduce energy bills but provide an annual income.

Services & 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 drainage. The heating system is provided by an oil-fired boiler via radiators.

Solar Panels which are owned, assist in reducing energy bills and provide an annual income.



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.





Council Tax



Band G. Amount Payable 2014/15 £2,483.82.



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 872335



Directions



Entering Whitwell from the north on Whitwell High Street, Kemming Road is a turning on the right. The property is on the right after approximately 150 metres.



Whitwell



Whitwell is a popular south Wight village about 3 miles from the town of Ventnor. Within the village there is a garage, church, post office and pub.



Ventnor



Ventnor was made popular during the Victorian era when most of the town was built. The notably warmer climate is one reason why Ventnor remains a popular destination today. The town now offers a variety of shops, primary school, banks, pubs and restaurants, notably the Royal Hotel. Steephill Cove and the Botanic gardens are close by.

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 House, 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 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. Leisure opportunities abound - walking, riding, paragliding, hang-gliding, team sports, sailing, wind surfing and other water sports.