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PYLE MANOR, , , PO38 2LP GUIDE PRICE £1,185,000

The Property An impressive detached, 5-7 bedroom, stone-built Grade II listed period manor house believed to date from 17th Century with adjacent 1 bedroom Cottage, Extensive, mainly stone-built farm buildings, stables and outbuildings all set within delightful, mature gardens and grounds with paddock, swimming pool and woodland – in all about 6.294 acres ( 2.547 ha). Located between Chale and Atherfield, close to the beaches of the rural south-west coast of the Isle of Wight, this property provides the opportunity to establish a charming family home with the potential to utilise the extensive buildings for a variety of uses (subject to planning).

The manor house is noted for its many period architectural features which include: a double-height central porch, a number of fine drip mouldings over windows, lambs tongue stops on beams, a fine 18th century fireplace in the Hall and fine 18th century pine corner cupboard with artisan hinges and serpentine shelves. The Cottage is close by the house and has been used for holiday letting and guest accommodation; it could also be suitable for staff accommodation. The farm buildings extend around two yard areas and comprise several stables, stores, stone-built barns and a 20th century general purpose building. The stone barns particularly hold potential for alternative uses including holiday accommodation, workshops or office use (subject to obtaining any necessary statutory consents).

Description and Situation The property is a period Grade II Listed detached house constructed of stone-faced elevations beneath mainly clay-tiled roofs. The accommodation is described in the photos and floorplans. It is set out on three storeys and comprises:

The Manor House

Ground Floor:

Hall - with period corner cupboard Drawing Room - with fine fireplace Sitting Room - with fine fireplace Cloakroom Dining Room - with fine fireplace and impressive beams Kitchen/Breakfast Room

First Floor:

Landing/Study - with bay Bedroom 1 - with bay window shower room 'en- suite' Bedroom 2 - with Dressing Room (Bedroom 6), Bathroom and separate w.c, all 'en-suite' Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 - with bay window

Second Floor:

Bedroom 5 - with adjoining Dressing Room/Bedroom 7

The Cottage

Ground Floor: Outside The gardens and grounds extend around the property Shower Room - with w.c and include a paved and walled courtyard with Sitting Room swimming pool 31' x 18' (5.49m x 9.49m) + Roman Hall bay (currently not heated). There is ample parking on Kitchen the gravelled drive which sweeps around two sides of Lobby the Manor. The formal gardens extend around a pretty pond, stocked with golden orfe fish, and up onto the First Floor: wooded slope to the east. There are numerous lawned areas interspersed with mature specimen trees and Family Bedroom - which could be sub-divided to shrubs; a glass house, a Summer House and an provide further bedrooms (subject to consent) overgrown area which was once a tennis court. There is a small paddock behind the buildings and a large area for growing vegetables and fruit. The wooded area comprises mature trees including oak and beech; fallen

trees and branches provide a useful source of firewood. A The Seller does not include in the sale any other carpets, public footpath crosses the grounds by the woodland. curtains or blinds, nor are any gas or electrical appliances There is a glass house and two garages and the farm included, however connected, or any other fixtures, buildings provide further garaging – in all the property unless expressly mentioned in these particulars as extends to approximately 6.294 acres (2.547 ha). forming part of the sale. Some items may be available by The Buildings and Stables separate negotiation. Are set out to the west and north of the manor in 3 ranges: The Isle of Wight 1. The Southern Range - adjoining the cottage a barn The Isle of Wight, situated off the South Coast of 10'12' & 10'4'' x 12' (3.048m x 3.658m & 3.149 x 3.658m) , is becoming an ever-more popular location for 56' x 18'6'' (5.639m x 17.069m) a tack room 7'4'' x 12'' permanent and second homes. Made popular by Queen (2.234m x 3.658m) and garage 13' x 12' (3.96m x 3.658m) Victoria, who had her maritime residence at Osborne, the these are mainly constructed of stone beneath slated roofs. Island is famous for sailing in ; for Week; for its beautiful coastline including sandy beaches 2. The Northern Range - The principal barn is some and The Needles; spectacular countryside and long 86' x 19' (26.21m x 5.79m) about a quarter of this sunshine hours. There are now many more facilities than building has a first floor area. There is an adjoining store once was the case: Waitrose, Sainsbury, Tesco and M&S 13'x18' (3.96m x 5.486m) these are mainly constructed of all now have a presence as have other national chains. stone beneath slated roofs. There is also an open-fronted Communication and transport links are excellent; regular store. car ferries connect with the national motorway network and fast catamarans have connections via Southampton 3. The Western Range - 59' x 23' (17.98m x 7.01m) is and Portsmouth to direct trains to London Waterloo semi detached and open fronted with stone walls to three which can be reached within 2 hours of leaving the sides with a steel portal frame beneath a fibre cement Island shore. Government-funded schools are numerous roof. One bay is enclosed and contains a vehicle inspect and independent schools thrive on the Island with some pit. children attending prep and public schools on the mainland. Leisure opportunities abound - walking, Council Tax: Band G Amount Payable 2014/15: riding, paragliding, hang-gliding, team sports, sailing, £2,503.28. The Cottage is not currently separately banded wind surfing and other water sports, rugby, football or charged. (Newport Football Club) cricket and golf clubs. Good transport links enable day trips to the shopping centres of Services and Heating West Quay, Southampton, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth We are informed that the following mains services are and the pretty port of Lymington in the New Forest. connected to the property (subject to the conditions and stipulations of the relevant utility companies) electricity, Chale and water (metered). Foul drainage is to a private system. is a hamlet with its own small local The heating system is provided by a oil-fired boiler via store/post office and bus services into the Island's capital radiators. The cottage and the swimming pool are not town of Newport (about 8 miles) and to the seaside town currently heated. of . A little to the south of Chale Green is the village of Chale which has a local inn, church, farm Tenure & Possession, Fixtures & Fittings shop, garage and marvellous walks and scenery with The property is offered freehold with vacant possession paths leading down to the sea shore. The coastline is on the whole upon Completion. The seller includes the formed by sandy beaches beneath dramatic cliffs. following items: the fitted carpets at the property; the cooker and dishwasher in the kitchen of the Manor House.

Directions From Newport proceed west towards and turn left into Cedar Hill and at the mini roundabout go straight over into Whitcombe Road signed to & Chilleron. Proceed past Carisbrooke Castle , past Gatcombe and through signed to Chale/Chale Green. Just before Chale Green bear off right into Chale lane at a sharp left bend. After approximately 1 mile the entrance to Pyle Manor will be found on the right hand side.

Viewing: Viewing is strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents Biles & Co. To view this property please contact our Isle of Wight office on 01983 527744.

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