Fishbourne, Isle of Wight PO33 4EU
£1,450,000 via Spence Willard, Cowes: 01983 212621
A rare opportunity to acquire a waterfront property with panoramic views over The Solent backing onto protected woodland
100 Fishbourne Lane - Set within a plot of about 0.6 acres with beach frontage of about 54 metres, the property originated as an attractive Victorian cottage and was subsequently significantly extended to provide an adjoining self-contained annexe and now provides a great opportunity for reconfiguration and modernisation. This particular position benefits from exceptional views over both the entrance to Wootton Creek and wider Solent with the direct beach frontage offering the opportunity for swimming, launching paddleboards and kayaking. For additional access, a small slipway is situated on Fishbourne Lane
The property occupies a superb location and is the eastern most house within Fishbourne benefitting from an especially quiet waterfront location with the attractive backdrop of mature woodland owned by Quarr Abbey to the rear. Being at the very end of Fishbourne Lane, beyond the quaint village green and accessed via a gated private drive. The nearby ferry terminal with frequent services to Portsmouth is within easy walking distance as is the Royal Victoria Yacht Club and the Fishbourne Inn. Wootton Creek provides mooring facilities and access to the world renowned waters of the Solent with regular sailing events and attractive anchorages such as Osborne Bay. A wider range of facilities including shops and restaurants are available in nearby Wootton Bridge and Ryde, whilst there are great coastal walks and cycle rides accessible from the property including to nearby Quarr Abbey.
ACCOMMODATION
GROUND FLOOR
CONSERVATORY UPVC-framed and extending across the front of the house providing panoramic views over The Solent and entrance to Wootton Creek, approached via double doors from the garden and with a door leading to:
HALLWAY Staircase with varnished hardwood treads and understairs cupboard.
SITTING ROOM A dual aspect room with superb sea views through the conservatory. Fireplace with brick surround, (currently sealed).
KITCHEN With views over The Solent and garden, this dual aspect room has a range of oak-fronted base and wall cupboards, worksurfaces, sink unit and space for a cooker.
UTILITY ROOM A range of timber cupboards and worksurfaces, wall-mounted Vaillant gas-fired boiler and part-glazed door to garden.
CLOAKROOM Washbasin and WC.
DINING ROOM Solent views.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
BEDROOM 1 A double bedroom with superb views over The Solent as well as the garden and adjoining woodland. Built-in wardrobe cupboard, washbasin.
BEDROOM 2 A double bedroom with sea views.
BATHROOM Bath with shower over, washbasin and WC.
ANNEXE (100A Fishbourne Lane)
Immediately adjoining 100 Fishbourne Lane, built as a self-contained annexe but with the original interconnecting door currently sealed, the main entrance is from the eastern elevation.
ENTRANCE LOBBY leads onto an inner lobby with staircase and access to a small courtyard.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM Door to garden and an outlook to the woodland. Built-in cupboards with sink and space for dishwasher, washing machine and cooker. Wall-mounted Worcester gas-fired boiler.
SITTING ROOM Dual aspect overlooking garden with understairs cupboard and airing cupboard.
BATHROOM Bath, washbasin and WC.
FIRST FLOOR
BEDROOM 3 With a southerly aspect and a view towards the Creek. Built-in cupboards. Adjacent WC and washbasin.
OUTSIDE
The gardens are principally laid to lawn with various mature trees and shrubs. To the front of the property is an extensive paved terrace from which the views can be enjoyed. Adjacent to the driveway there is an outbuilding providing a basic cabin with a living room, sliding glazed doors opening to a terrace with sea views and with WC. To the rear of the property is a further basic cabin (3.2m x 3.2m) with power, water, sink unit and WC with an adjacent garden store.
The property is approached via a gated private driveway, the initial section of which is part of 98 Fishbourne Lane, (which has a right of way over a short section of the drive as it crosses 100 Fishbourne Lane) and leads to parking areas for both properties.
Services Mains water, electricity, drainage and gas. Separate gas-fired boilers serving the main house and annexe.
EPC Rating D (100 Fishbourne Lane)
Tenure Freehold
Council Tax Band E (100 Fishbourne Lane), Band B (100a Fishbourne Lane)
Postcode PO33 4EU
Viewings All viewings will be strictly by prior arrangement 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.
Agent: Spence Willard, Cowes
Spence Willard, Waterside House, 72a High Street, Cowes, PO31 7RE
Phone: 01983 212621