House For Sale £150,000
Situated on the outskirts of the town centre, this beautiful, period bijoux cottage has been carefully upgraded over the years to create a unique home benefitting from an open-plan kitchen diner, two bedrooms and a private parking space.
Believed to have been built around 1822, it is thought that this historical property was part of a former gatehouse for the old wall around Newport town. In more recent years, the property has been extended and updated creating a light, modern cottage with historical accents throughout. Benefitting from double glazing and gas central heating, Lavender Cottage also boasts thermal and acoustic insulation to ensure a cosy and peaceful home.
Lavender Cottage is just a five-minute walk away from the town centre of Newport which offers a wide range of shops, a cinema, restaurants and cafes, and the Southern Vectis bus station providing an extensive network of bus routes across the island. Some of the island's top family attractions are also nearby including the multi-award-winning Monkey Haven and the popular Robin Hill Country Park. Located just north-east of the historic village of Carisbrooke and its famous castle, Lavender Cottage is also perfectly placed to take advantage of the towns many convenience stores, health centre and pharmacy, and eateries as well as being just a stone's throw from local supermarkets. Being centrally located means you are never far from all the wonderful delights that the island has to offer, including the beautiful West Wight.
This beautiful period property with its unique history has a pale-yellow timber-clad exterior with brown framed double glazed windows. The white entrance door opens into a small entrance area leading to a cosy sitting room and the dining area which is open plan with the kitchen. Beyond the kitchen is a bathroom and adjoining w.c. A staircase leads to a first-floor landing continuing to a double bedroom and a further single bedroom which provides access to the roof terrace.
Welcome To Lavender Cottage
Along the quaint Laundry Lane to the rear of the property is a private parking bay and to the side elevation of the cottage is a white UPVC entrance door with two-pane obscure glazing which was recently installed in April 2021. Upon stepping through the entrance door you are greeted by a dining area of the cottage.
Dining Area (2.92m max x 2.74m max (9'07 max x 9'00 max))
This light area with a neutral feel contains a wood effect vinyl floor which spreads through to the kitchen, a staircase with understairs storage, an alcove in the wall, and a single radiator plus a ceiling light. This space is perfect for a dining table and chairs as well as additional seating and is filled with natural light from the Velux window in the kitchen area.
Kitchen (2.46m max x 2.21m max (8'01 max x 7'03 max))
Continuing the wood-effect vinyl flooring, this room boasts a Velux window plus a window to the front aspect. Under the window sits a Carron Phoenix granite-effect sink and drainer in a speckled neutral shade with a long neck mixer tap. White tongue and groove style base and wall cabinets with chrome handles occupy the wall space with a wood-effect worktop and a white tile splashback with contrasting patterned tile strips. There is under counter space for three appliances plus space for a gas cooker. A fitted white cooker hood providing lighting and an extractor fan is also located in this space as well as a wall-mounted gas boiler. A modern spotlight bar illuminates this room.
Bathroom
A neutral stone tile floor spreads through this room and into the adjoining w.c. There is an obscure glass window to the front aspect with an integrated extractor fan in the middle. A white panel bath has a chrome mixer tap complete with a shower attachment and there is a wall-mounted hand basin with hot and cold taps in chrome. A handy cupboard with mirrors sits above the hand basin and a chrome heated towel rail warms the room. The wall decor comprises a white tile surround with contrasting tile detailing and silver patterned wallpaper accents. A circular ceiling light can also be found in this room. An adjoining cloakroom with similar décor, includes a ceiling light fitting, an extractor fan, a radiator and a single flush w.c. There are space-saving folding doors in the bathroom and sitting room.
Sitting Room (3.30m max x 2.74m max (10'10 max x 9'00 max))
Beautifully presented in a characterful manner, this cosy sitting room boasts a recently replaced feature fireplace including a gas fire with a battery-powered ignition. There is a neutral granite effect hearth and surround as well as a wooden mantlepiece. The electrical consumer unit can be found in this room and to the side aspect, there is a window with a modern radiator below. A warm patterned wallpaper creates a feature wall in this space and there is a neutral patterned wallpaper on the remaining walls. Finishing the room is characterful coving and a grey speckled carpet. Further benefits include three antenna ports and a central ceiling light.
First Floor Landing
At the top of the speckled-grey carpeted staircase is a small first-floor landing, giving access to the two bedrooms. The natural décor is accented with a patterned wallpaper along the stairwell as well as a metal-effect wooden handrail. There is a single ceiling light in this area.
Bedroom One (2.92m x 2.72m (9'07 x 8'11))
With a window to the side aspect, a built-in wardrobe and black carpets, this cosy double bedroom has a neutral wall decor, a single ceiling light and a modern radiator.
Bedroom Two (2.06m x 2.06m (6'09 x 6'09))
Benefiting from a window to the side aspect, overlooking the garden roof terrace, this single bedroom has two storage cupboards and a loft hatch. Providing entry to the roof terrace through an access window, this room is currently being used as a study. Also located here is a single wall light and a warm yellow patterned wallpaper on one wall.
Roof Terrace
Through the full-opening window in the second bedroom is a small roof terrace with artificial grass, a low wooden fence balustrade, and space to personalise with plant pots. The Velux sky light is also located in this area.
Parking
There is a single parking bay at the rear of the property. This space also provides the potential for a small outdoor storage unit and a wall-mounted washing line.
Lavender Cottage provides the perfect opportunity to acquire a quaint historical cottage on the outskirts of Newport town centre. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.
Additional Details
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: A
Services: Gas central heating, electricity, mains water and drainage
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.
Believed to have been built around 1822, it is thought that this historical property was part of a former gatehouse for the old wall around Newport town. In more recent years, the property has been extended and updated creating a light, modern cottage with historical accents throughout. Benefitting from double glazing and gas central heating, Lavender Cottage also boasts thermal and acoustic insulation to ensure a cosy and peaceful home.
Lavender Cottage is just a five-minute walk away from the town centre of Newport which offers a wide range of shops, a cinema, restaurants and cafes, and the Southern Vectis bus station providing an extensive network of bus routes across the island. Some of the island's top family attractions are also nearby including the multi-award-winning Monkey Haven and the popular Robin Hill Country Park. Located just north-east of the historic village of Carisbrooke and its famous castle, Lavender Cottage is also perfectly placed to take advantage of the towns many convenience stores, health centre and pharmacy, and eateries as well as being just a stone's throw from local supermarkets. Being centrally located means you are never far from all the wonderful delights that the island has to offer, including the beautiful West Wight.
This beautiful period property with its unique history has a pale-yellow timber-clad exterior with brown framed double glazed windows. The white entrance door opens into a small entrance area leading to a cosy sitting room and the dining area which is open plan with the kitchen. Beyond the kitchen is a bathroom and adjoining w.c. A staircase leads to a first-floor landing continuing to a double bedroom and a further single bedroom which provides access to the roof terrace.
Welcome To Lavender Cottage
Along the quaint Laundry Lane to the rear of the property is a private parking bay and to the side elevation of the cottage is a white UPVC entrance door with two-pane obscure glazing which was recently installed in April 2021. Upon stepping through the entrance door you are greeted by a dining area of the cottage.
Dining Area (2.92m max x 2.74m max (9'07 max x 9'00 max))
This light area with a neutral feel contains a wood effect vinyl floor which spreads through to the kitchen, a staircase with understairs storage, an alcove in the wall, and a single radiator plus a ceiling light. This space is perfect for a dining table and chairs as well as additional seating and is filled with natural light from the Velux window in the kitchen area.
Kitchen (2.46m max x 2.21m max (8'01 max x 7'03 max))
Continuing the wood-effect vinyl flooring, this room boasts a Velux window plus a window to the front aspect. Under the window sits a Carron Phoenix granite-effect sink and drainer in a speckled neutral shade with a long neck mixer tap. White tongue and groove style base and wall cabinets with chrome handles occupy the wall space with a wood-effect worktop and a white tile splashback with contrasting patterned tile strips. There is under counter space for three appliances plus space for a gas cooker. A fitted white cooker hood providing lighting and an extractor fan is also located in this space as well as a wall-mounted gas boiler. A modern spotlight bar illuminates this room.
Bathroom
A neutral stone tile floor spreads through this room and into the adjoining w.c. There is an obscure glass window to the front aspect with an integrated extractor fan in the middle. A white panel bath has a chrome mixer tap complete with a shower attachment and there is a wall-mounted hand basin with hot and cold taps in chrome. A handy cupboard with mirrors sits above the hand basin and a chrome heated towel rail warms the room. The wall decor comprises a white tile surround with contrasting tile detailing and silver patterned wallpaper accents. A circular ceiling light can also be found in this room. An adjoining cloakroom with similar décor, includes a ceiling light fitting, an extractor fan, a radiator and a single flush w.c. There are space-saving folding doors in the bathroom and sitting room.
Sitting Room (3.30m max x 2.74m max (10'10 max x 9'00 max))
Beautifully presented in a characterful manner, this cosy sitting room boasts a recently replaced feature fireplace including a gas fire with a battery-powered ignition. There is a neutral granite effect hearth and surround as well as a wooden mantlepiece. The electrical consumer unit can be found in this room and to the side aspect, there is a window with a modern radiator below. A warm patterned wallpaper creates a feature wall in this space and there is a neutral patterned wallpaper on the remaining walls. Finishing the room is characterful coving and a grey speckled carpet. Further benefits include three antenna ports and a central ceiling light.
First Floor Landing
At the top of the speckled-grey carpeted staircase is a small first-floor landing, giving access to the two bedrooms. The natural décor is accented with a patterned wallpaper along the stairwell as well as a metal-effect wooden handrail. There is a single ceiling light in this area.
Bedroom One (2.92m x 2.72m (9'07 x 8'11))
With a window to the side aspect, a built-in wardrobe and black carpets, this cosy double bedroom has a neutral wall decor, a single ceiling light and a modern radiator.
Bedroom Two (2.06m x 2.06m (6'09 x 6'09))
Benefiting from a window to the side aspect, overlooking the garden roof terrace, this single bedroom has two storage cupboards and a loft hatch. Providing entry to the roof terrace through an access window, this room is currently being used as a study. Also located here is a single wall light and a warm yellow patterned wallpaper on one wall.
Roof Terrace
Through the full-opening window in the second bedroom is a small roof terrace with artificial grass, a low wooden fence balustrade, and space to personalise with plant pots. The Velux sky light is also located in this area.
Parking
There is a single parking bay at the rear of the property. This space also provides the potential for a small outdoor storage unit and a wall-mounted washing line.
Lavender Cottage provides the perfect opportunity to acquire a quaint historical cottage on the outskirts of Newport town centre. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.
Additional Details
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: A
Services: Gas central heating, electricity, mains water and drainage
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.
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