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WESTSIDE FARMHOUSE, , , PO38 2LD GUIDE PRICE RANGE: £725,000 - £750,000

The Property

Situated off a quiet farm lane and believed to date from the 17th century, this stone built 5 bedroom character farmhouse is found amid beautiful open farmland in the south of the Island close to the unspoilt beaches of the south west coast. The farmhouse has a wealth of period features such as the double hung sash windows, flagstone floors and exposed beams, which have been stylishly refurbished in recent years and complement the contemporary fittings which have been added to the property.

There is direct access to the Island's extensive network of footpaths and bridleways providing wonderful riding and walking opportunities in the beautiful open countryside.

Description and situation The property, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), is a period detached house constructed of largely stone faced elevations beneath a slated roof. It stands near to its original farmyard within beautiful countryside.

The accommodation is described in the photos and floorplans. It is set out on three storeys and comprises:

Ground Floor

Entrance - with turned columns and flagstone path. Sitting Room – with fireplace and log-burning stove Dining Room/Hall - Fireplace with granite hearth and log-burning stove Cloakroom Lounge - with French-style double doors to side garden, Kitchen – with Aga and views over the garden. Open to: Breakfast Room - with original flagstone floor, and exposed beams Utility Room - with butlers sink & boiler

Conservatory – with views over and glazed doors to the garden Hallway – with flagstone floor and staircase to first floor

First Floor

Bedroom 1 – with spacious, slate floored bathroom 'en-suite', eaves storage & countryside views Bedroom 2 – with bathroom 'en-suite' and countryside views Bedroom 3 – with garden views Family Shower Room – with oversize shower cubicle & limestone tiled floor Drying Room Storage Room

Second Floor Bedroom 4 – with high beamed sloping ceiling and mullion window Bedroom 5 – with original exposed beams and sloping ceiling

Outside The property is found at the end of Westside Lane, a quiet no-through-road, in a sheltered position giving lovely views over St Catherine's Down to the east, and southwards towards the coast. There are only two other properties along the lane, the property is set in an idyllic rural location. On the opposite side of the lane there are some stone outbuildings, which measure approximately 11.5m x A private gated gravel driveway leads to a gravelled 3.25m, and could potentially be converted to a number parking and turning circle and an attractive thatched of alternative uses, such as a small holiday cottage or three bay barn (measuring approximately 10m x 5m office, (subject to obtaining Local Authority and any overall). The building is arranged as two open bays for other statutory consents). parking/storage and an enclosed loose box/store, with a staircase to a large mezzanine storage area above. The Services and Heating gardens, sheltered by a large stone wall are planted We are informed that the following mains services are with flower and shrub borders. There are also raised connected to the property (subject to the conditions and borders, paved paths, several specimen & fruit trees. stipulations of the relevant utility companies) There are paved terraces ideal for dining 'al-fresco' and electricity, water (metered). There is a private drainage beyond the barn a large area of lawn. system. The heating system is provided by an oil-fired boiler via radiators.

Viewing Arrangements Tenure & Possession, Fixtures & Fittings Viewing is strictly by appointment with the Sole The property is offered freehold with vacant possession Agents Biles & Co. To view this property please on the whole upon Completion. The seller does not contact our Isle of Wight office on 01983 872335 include in the sale any fitted carpets, curtains or blinds, nor are any gas or electrical appliances included, however connected, or any other fixtures, unless expressly Directions: mentioned in these particulars as forming part of the sale. Chale is situated to the South of the Island. It is well- Some items may be available by separate negotiation. signed from , and . The village has two centres: to the North and Council Tax: Band G Amount Payable 2014/15: Chale to the South, linked by Chale Street. Off Chale

£2,503.28. Street turn west into Newman Lane and then left into Pyle Shute. Turn left into Westside Lane and the

property is found on the left before the farmyard with The Isle of Wight The Isle of Wight, situated off the South Coast of old stone barns. , is becoming an ever-more popular location for permanent and second homes. Made popular by Queen Distances from the Property: Ventnor 2 miles, Victoria, who had her maritime residence at Osborne, the Newport 10 miles, Fishbourne 13 miles (car ferry to Island is famous for sailing in ; for Portsmouth 45 mins), 15 miles (car ferry to Week; for its beautiful coastline including sandy beaches Southampton 55 mins), Yarmouth 18 miles (car ferry and The Needles; spectacular countryside and long to Lymington 35 mins), 13 miles (passenger ferry sunshine hours. There are now many more facilities than to Portsmouth 20 mins). All distances & times are once was the cases, Sainsbury, Tesco, M&S and Waitrose approximate. all now have a presence as have other national chains. Communication and transport links are excellent; regular IMPORTANT NOTICE: Biles & Co Ltd for themselves and for the Vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that car ferries connect with the national motorway network 1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially and fast catamarans have connections via Southampton correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchases and Portsmouth to direct trains to London Waterloo which and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Prospective can be reached within 2 hours of leaving the Island shore. purchasers and lessees ought to seek their own professional advice. Government-funded schools are numerous and 2. All descriptions, dimensions, areas, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are independent schools thrive on the Island with some given in good faith, and are believed to be correct, but any children attending prep and public schools on the intending purchases should not rely on them as statements or mainland. Leisure opportunities abound - walking, riding, representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or paragliding, hang-gliding, team sports, sailing, wind otherwise as to the correctness of each of them. 3. No person in the employment of Biles & Co Ltd has any authority to make or give surfing and other water sports, rugby, football (Newport any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property Football Club), cricket and golf clubs. on behalf of Biles & Co Ltd, nor enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. No responsibility can be accepted for any Chale expenses incurred by intending purchases in inspecting properties Chale is a popular village on the south coast of the Island which have been sold, let or withdrawn. Photographs taken August 2013 particulars prepared August 2014. 5. MEASUREMENTS about 10 miles from the Island's main shopping and AND OTHER INFORMATION: All measurements are administrative centre of Newport. The village has its own approximate. While we endeavor to make our sales particulars church, local inn, farm shop, garage with shop, primary accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular school and bus services into Ventnor and Newport. It is importance to you, please contact this office and we will be pleased close to the famous south west coast of the Island which is to check the information for you, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. formed by sandy beaches beneath dramatic cliffs.

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