House For Sale £450,000
Boasting a prime position within an exclusive rural development on the peaceful outskirts of Newport, this beautifully presented four-bedroom home comes complete with a beautiful garden and a garage with driveway parking.
Presented to a showhome standard throughout, this beautifully designed house has been built to a high specification and occupies a highly-desirable position on the fringes of the exclusive Gatcombe Manor development. Nestled within an idyllic green landscape, this well-maintained gated residence offers both peace and tranquillity, yet is conveniently positioned for the island's principal town of Newport. Tastefully redecorated just last year, the house features deep windows that bathe the property in an abundance of natural light which is further enhanced by a fresh neutral colour palette on the walls. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, a spacious family lounge and a sociable kitchen-diner this property is perfect for a family looking for an outdoor lifestyle with the convenience of plenty of local amenities nearby.
Outside, a delightful wildlife-friendly garden offers a private outdoor retreat enjoying a rural outlook, and off-road parking for one vehicle is provided directly in front of a spacious garage that could house a further vehicle. Additionally, the extensive grounds of this historic development provide a peaceful setting exclusively for residents to enjoy with thriving woodland and communal green spaces that provide a tranquil setting.
Located on the rural fringes of Newport, this fabulous home offers a convenient lifestyle with Newport town centre just a few minutes drive away offering an array of shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants and enjoys beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture with the Newport Minster church in the centre. Some of the island’s top attractions are also nearby, including English Heritage's magnificent Carisbrooke Castle and the stunning parkland of Robin Hill Country Park. Regular car ferry travel links from Fishbourne to Portsmouth and East Cowes to Southampton are just a 20-minute drive away, and the Cowes to Southampton catamaran foot passenger service is located only 7.9 miles away. A frequent Southern Vectis number 6 bus service serves Sandy Lane and all other Island bus services connect at the nearby Newport bus station.
The ground floor accommodation comprises an entrance hall with a downstairs cloakroom, a contemporary kitchen-diner and a spacious lounge. Additionally, the entrance hall provides convenient access to the garage. Located on the first floor, there is a family bathroom and four bedrooms with an en-suite shower room allocated to the master bedroom.
Welcome To 2 Keats Vale
Tucked away in a peaceful corner of a contemporary development of redbrick houses, number 2 Keats Vale provides a smart block paved driveway directly in front of an attached garage and a flourishing flower bed provides a separation between the driveway and the entrance path. A smart, solid timber door opens to an entrance hall.
Entrance Hall (extending to 6.17m (extending to 20'03))
From the moment you step inside, it is evident that this pristine property has been lovingly cared for offering luxury and high specifications throughout. Warmed by a radiator, a spacious welcoming entrance hall benefits from an integrated doormat and enjoys a soft pebble-grey carpet that continues to the lounge and first-floor accommodation. Providing a sense of calm, this area enjoys a light-green shade on the walls which feature a white dado rail and skirting boards to provide a gentle contrast. A carpeted staircase with a wooden spindle balustrade provides an understair storage cupboard. Four coordinating timber doors provide access to a garage, a cloakroom, a lounge and a kitchen-diner.
Kitchen-Diner (6.15m x 2.95m (20'02 x 9'08))
Offering contemporary finishes, this stylish kitchen features a good range of fitted base and wall cabinetry which includes undercabinet lighting and is finished in a soft neutral shade. Featuring a garnet-red splashback, a contrasting dark countertop incorporates a light-grey composite sink and drainer with a flexible mixer tap in chrome. This beautiful kitchen benefits from plenty of integrated appliances including a fridge-freezer, a dishwasher, a washing machine and a tumble dryer. Additionally, there are integral ‘Neff’ cooking appliances which include an induction hob and an electric double oven conveniently positioned at eye level. Finished with a beautiful wood-effect tile floor and neutrally decorated walls, this spacious room is illuminated by recessed downlighting and boasts plenty of space to arrange a family dining area. This room is bathed in natural light from dual aspect windows and a set of French doors to the side aspect which open to the delightful garden. Warmed by a radiator, the room also includes a regularly serviced Vaillant boiler concealed within a wall-mounted cupboard.
Lounge (6.25m x 3.94m (20'06 x 12'11))
This sumptuous room enjoys an abundance of natural light flowing from three windows to the rear aspect and a set of double French doors to the side which open to the garden. A contemporary soft-mauve shade on the walls perfectly coordinate with a wallpapered feature wall which has a subtle, elegant design. Warmed by three radiators, this carpeted room is finished with white skirting boards and also includes a television aerial connection as well as two telephone points.
Cloakroom
This convenient space located just off the hallway enjoys a fresh, neutral decor with a contrasting charcoal-grey tiled floor and fully tiled walls in a soft-grey shade. Coordinating white sanitaryware comprises a dual-flush w.c and a rectangular wall-mounted hand basin with a chrome mixer tap. With a window to the front aspect, the room also features an extractor fan, a ceiling light fitting, and a radiator to provide warmth.
First Floor Landing
A staircase from the entrance hall leads to a first-floor landing where four bedrooms, an en-suite shower room and a family bathroom form the first floor of this beautiful property. Providing a sense of continuity, the beautiful soft-green decor from the entrance hall continues here and includes the cosy pebble-grey carpet which flows to all four bedrooms. Featuring a window to the side aspect, this space benefits from an airing cupboard that houses a water tank and a ceiling hatch with a fitted ladder that provides access to useful loft space. The loft has been boarded by the current owners and also includes lighting. Five coordinating timber doors lead to four bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Family Bathroom
Enjoying natural light from a window to the side aspect, this contemporary bathroom is beautifully presented featuring a tiled floor in a charcoal-grey shade which provides a stylish contrast with the soft-grey tiled walls. Finished with distinctive square-shaped chrome fixtures, a modern suite in white comprises a panel bath with a shower attachment, a rectangular wall-mounted hand basin with a tilted mirror above, and a low-level dual flush w.c located beneath a useful shelf surface. Warmed by a ladder-style heated towel rail in chrome, this room also includes an extractor fan, a useful shaver socket connection and two wall-mounted glass shelves positioned above the bath.
Master Bedroom (4.39m max x 3.30m max (14'05 max x 10'10 max))
This spacious, carpeted room is flooded with natural light from two windows to the rear aspect and an expansive window to the side aspect providing a lovely outlook over the wooded grounds. Boasting substantial built-in wardrobes with white sliding doors, this neutrally decorated bedroom also benefits from a television aerial point and a radiator to keep the room cosy. A door opens to an en-suite shower room.
En-Suite Shower Room
Coordinating perfectly with the family bathroom, this good-sized en-suite enjoys an enclosed shower cubicle with a soft-grey tile surround that continues around the entire wall space. A modern suite consists of a low-level dual flush w.c and a rectangular wall-mounted hand basin with a shelf and wall-mounted mirrored cabinet located above. Finished with a charcoal-grey tiled floor, additional benefits of the room include recessed spotlighting, a chrome heated towel rail and an extractor fan.
Bedroom Two (2.97m x 2.92m (9'09 x 9'07))
Also boasting a large built-in wardrobe with sliding doors, this second double-sized bedroom enjoys a deep window to the front aspect and a fresh neutral decor. Located at the front of the property this carpeted room is warmed by a radiator and also benefits from a television aerial connection.
Bedroom Three (3.15m x 2.21m (10'04 x 7'03))
With two windows to the front aspect, this bedroom benefits from versatile neutral wall decor and a radiator to keep the room cosy. This carpeted space also includes a telephone point providing the option for this room to be utilised as a home office.
Bedroom Four (3.00m x 1.57m (9'10 x 5'02))
This bedroom has been fitted with substantial built-in wardrobes with sliding doors (which could be removed if required) and currently provides a fabulous dressing room. This carpeted room has grey-painted walls and a deep window to the rear aspect providing natural light. Also located here is a radiator and a television aerial connection.
Garden
Accessed via double French doors in the kitchen-diner or lounge, or a timber gate to the side of the property, a wrap-around garden offers a peaceful outdoor retreat to relax and enjoy the abundance of visiting wildlife including the Isle of Wight’s native red squirrel and a variety of birds. Enclosed by hornbeam hedging, this secluded garden is mainly laid to lawn and has been redesigned by the current owners to include paved seating areas, pathways and a wide range of carefully considered planting featuring Acer trees, camellia bushes, rhododendrons, oleander shrubs and a magnolia tree. There is also an outside tap, an external socket point and a lantern-style lamp to provide nighttime illumination.
Parking
To the front of the property, a block-paved driveway and an attached garage provide off-road parking for two vehicles. There is also visitor parking areas available around the development.
Presented in pristine condition, 2 Keats Vale represents an enviable opportunity to acquire a spacious family home situated in a convenient yet peaceful location surrounded by nature and wildlife. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.
Additional Details
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Calor Gas Central Heating, Electricity, Mains Water and Drainage
Management Fee: Approx £530 per annum (may vary depending on the work completed around the development)
Residents Association Fees: £10 per annum
Management Company: Retriever Property Management Limited
Agent Notes:
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures and fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Susan Payne Property Ltd. Company no. 10753879.
Presented to a showhome standard throughout, this beautifully designed house has been built to a high specification and occupies a highly-desirable position on the fringes of the exclusive Gatcombe Manor development. Nestled within an idyllic green landscape, this well-maintained gated residence offers both peace and tranquillity, yet is conveniently positioned for the island's principal town of Newport. Tastefully redecorated just last year, the house features deep windows that bathe the property in an abundance of natural light which is further enhanced by a fresh neutral colour palette on the walls. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, a spacious family lounge and a sociable kitchen-diner this property is perfect for a family looking for an outdoor lifestyle with the convenience of plenty of local amenities nearby.
Outside, a delightful wildlife-friendly garden offers a private outdoor retreat enjoying a rural outlook, and off-road parking for one vehicle is provided directly in front of a spacious garage that could house a further vehicle. Additionally, the extensive grounds of this historic development provide a peaceful setting exclusively for residents to enjoy with thriving woodland and communal green spaces that provide a tranquil setting.
Located on the rural fringes of Newport, this fabulous home offers a convenient lifestyle with Newport town centre just a few minutes drive away offering an array of shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants and enjoys beautiful Georgian and Victorian architecture with the Newport Minster church in the centre. Some of the island’s top attractions are also nearby, including English Heritage's magnificent Carisbrooke Castle and the stunning parkland of Robin Hill Country Park. Regular car ferry travel links from Fishbourne to Portsmouth and East Cowes to Southampton are just a 20-minute drive away, and the Cowes to Southampton catamaran foot passenger service is located only 7.9 miles away. A frequent Southern Vectis number 6 bus service serves Sandy Lane and all other Island bus services connect at the nearby Newport bus station.
The ground floor accommodation comprises an entrance hall with a downstairs cloakroom, a contemporary kitchen-diner and a spacious lounge. Additionally, the entrance hall provides convenient access to the garage. Located on the first floor, there is a family bathroom and four bedrooms with an en-suite shower room allocated to the master bedroom.
Welcome To 2 Keats Vale
Tucked away in a peaceful corner of a contemporary development of redbrick houses, number 2 Keats Vale provides a smart block paved driveway directly in front of an attached garage and a flourishing flower bed provides a separation between the driveway and the entrance path. A smart, solid timber door opens to an entrance hall.
Entrance Hall (extending to 6.17m (extending to 20'03))
From the moment you step inside, it is evident that this pristine property has been lovingly cared for offering luxury and high specifications throughout. Warmed by a radiator, a spacious welcoming entrance hall benefits from an integrated doormat and enjoys a soft pebble-grey carpet that continues to the lounge and first-floor accommodation. Providing a sense of calm, this area enjoys a light-green shade on the walls which feature a white dado rail and skirting boards to provide a gentle contrast. A carpeted staircase with a wooden spindle balustrade provides an understair storage cupboard. Four coordinating timber doors provide access to a garage, a cloakroom, a lounge and a kitchen-diner.
Kitchen-Diner (6.15m x 2.95m (20'02 x 9'08))
Offering contemporary finishes, this stylish kitchen features a good range of fitted base and wall cabinetry which includes undercabinet lighting and is finished in a soft neutral shade. Featuring a garnet-red splashback, a contrasting dark countertop incorporates a light-grey composite sink and drainer with a flexible mixer tap in chrome. This beautiful kitchen benefits from plenty of integrated appliances including a fridge-freezer, a dishwasher, a washing machine and a tumble dryer. Additionally, there are integral ‘Neff’ cooking appliances which include an induction hob and an electric double oven conveniently positioned at eye level. Finished with a beautiful wood-effect tile floor and neutrally decorated walls, this spacious room is illuminated by recessed downlighting and boasts plenty of space to arrange a family dining area. This room is bathed in natural light from dual aspect windows and a set of French doors to the side aspect which open to the delightful garden. Warmed by a radiator, the room also includes a regularly serviced Vaillant boiler concealed within a wall-mounted cupboard.
Lounge (6.25m x 3.94m (20'06 x 12'11))
This sumptuous room enjoys an abundance of natural light flowing from three windows to the rear aspect and a set of double French doors to the side which open to the garden. A contemporary soft-mauve shade on the walls perfectly coordinate with a wallpapered feature wall which has a subtle, elegant design. Warmed by three radiators, this carpeted room is finished with white skirting boards and also includes a television aerial connection as well as two telephone points.
Cloakroom
This convenient space located just off the hallway enjoys a fresh, neutral decor with a contrasting charcoal-grey tiled floor and fully tiled walls in a soft-grey shade. Coordinating white sanitaryware comprises a dual-flush w.c and a rectangular wall-mounted hand basin with a chrome mixer tap. With a window to the front aspect, the room also features an extractor fan, a ceiling light fitting, and a radiator to provide warmth.
First Floor Landing
A staircase from the entrance hall leads to a first-floor landing where four bedrooms, an en-suite shower room and a family bathroom form the first floor of this beautiful property. Providing a sense of continuity, the beautiful soft-green decor from the entrance hall continues here and includes the cosy pebble-grey carpet which flows to all four bedrooms. Featuring a window to the side aspect, this space benefits from an airing cupboard that houses a water tank and a ceiling hatch with a fitted ladder that provides access to useful loft space. The loft has been boarded by the current owners and also includes lighting. Five coordinating timber doors lead to four bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Family Bathroom
Enjoying natural light from a window to the side aspect, this contemporary bathroom is beautifully presented featuring a tiled floor in a charcoal-grey shade which provides a stylish contrast with the soft-grey tiled walls. Finished with distinctive square-shaped chrome fixtures, a modern suite in white comprises a panel bath with a shower attachment, a rectangular wall-mounted hand basin with a tilted mirror above, and a low-level dual flush w.c located beneath a useful shelf surface. Warmed by a ladder-style heated towel rail in chrome, this room also includes an extractor fan, a useful shaver socket connection and two wall-mounted glass shelves positioned above the bath.
Master Bedroom (4.39m max x 3.30m max (14'05 max x 10'10 max))
This spacious, carpeted room is flooded with natural light from two windows to the rear aspect and an expansive window to the side aspect providing a lovely outlook over the wooded grounds. Boasting substantial built-in wardrobes with white sliding doors, this neutrally decorated bedroom also benefits from a television aerial point and a radiator to keep the room cosy. A door opens to an en-suite shower room.
En-Suite Shower Room
Coordinating perfectly with the family bathroom, this good-sized en-suite enjoys an enclosed shower cubicle with a soft-grey tile surround that continues around the entire wall space. A modern suite consists of a low-level dual flush w.c and a rectangular wall-mounted hand basin with a shelf and wall-mounted mirrored cabinet located above. Finished with a charcoal-grey tiled floor, additional benefits of the room include recessed spotlighting, a chrome heated towel rail and an extractor fan.
Bedroom Two (2.97m x 2.92m (9'09 x 9'07))
Also boasting a large built-in wardrobe with sliding doors, this second double-sized bedroom enjoys a deep window to the front aspect and a fresh neutral decor. Located at the front of the property this carpeted room is warmed by a radiator and also benefits from a television aerial connection.
Bedroom Three (3.15m x 2.21m (10'04 x 7'03))
With two windows to the front aspect, this bedroom benefits from versatile neutral wall decor and a radiator to keep the room cosy. This carpeted space also includes a telephone point providing the option for this room to be utilised as a home office.
Bedroom Four (3.00m x 1.57m (9'10 x 5'02))
This bedroom has been fitted with substantial built-in wardrobes with sliding doors (which could be removed if required) and currently provides a fabulous dressing room. This carpeted room has grey-painted walls and a deep window to the rear aspect providing natural light. Also located here is a radiator and a television aerial connection.
Garden
Accessed via double French doors in the kitchen-diner or lounge, or a timber gate to the side of the property, a wrap-around garden offers a peaceful outdoor retreat to relax and enjoy the abundance of visiting wildlife including the Isle of Wight’s native red squirrel and a variety of birds. Enclosed by hornbeam hedging, this secluded garden is mainly laid to lawn and has been redesigned by the current owners to include paved seating areas, pathways and a wide range of carefully considered planting featuring Acer trees, camellia bushes, rhododendrons, oleander shrubs and a magnolia tree. There is also an outside tap, an external socket point and a lantern-style lamp to provide nighttime illumination.
Parking
To the front of the property, a block-paved driveway and an attached garage provide off-road parking for two vehicles. There is also visitor parking areas available around the development.
Presented in pristine condition, 2 Keats Vale represents an enviable opportunity to acquire a spacious family home situated in a convenient yet peaceful location surrounded by nature and wildlife. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.
Additional Details
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Calor Gas Central Heating, Electricity, Mains Water and Drainage
Management Fee: Approx £530 per annum (may vary depending on the work completed around the development)
Residents Association Fees: £10 per annum
Management Company: Retriever Property Management Limited
Agent Notes:
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures and fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Susan Payne Property Ltd. Company no. 10753879.
