House For Sale £1,150,000
South View is a gracious detached Victorian Villa tucked away on the outskirts of town and boasting an enviable location close to the Harbourside, Marina, shops and waterside Restaurants, which are a 10-minute walk away. The popular shops, cafes, and restaurants at Wellswood are a short drive away, along with the green open spaces of Ilsham Park and Stoodley Meadow.
The home offers adaptable accommodation presented over 3 levels which is complimented with elegant period features such as high ceilings with ornate cornicing, original fireplaces and large windows enjoying views over the surrounding area and sea peeps. The Villa has also undergone a comprehensive programme of improvement works to enhance contemporary living, including re-wiring, re-plumbing and installation of a dual control heating system. South View has all the advantages of Victorian construction and architecture together with the careful incorporation of modern technology to provide up to date utilities.
The property boasts 5 Bedrooms, 4 with En-Suite rooms, 3 Reception rooms, fitted Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Laundry Room, Cloakroom, Shower Room and Cellarage comprising of 2 double size rooms. Along with the spacious accommodation within the main house, there is a neighbouring one-storey, self-contained unit providing the opportunity for additional income or to be used as extended accommodation for family members. The gardens have been thoughtfully arranged to provide different areas to enjoy including a large south facing Sun Terrace, meadow lawn gardens to attract insects and wildlife, organic vegetable beds and natural pond, all surrounded by a huge variety of established plants, shrubs and trees. Also situated within the garden is an attractive Gothic style chalet/studio. A lengthy driveway and forecourt provide ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles and there is also a Garage
The Accommodation Comprises:
Classic period front door opening into:
Entrance Porch
Traditional porcelain tiled floor. Built-in cupboards housing the electrics. Walk-in storage area featuring a circular window with stained glass inset. Large wooden door with side panels into:
Reception Hallway
A grand reception room with ornate cornicing, picture rail and dado rails. Oak wooden floor. Elegant staircase with mahogany handrail and turned spindles rising to the upper floor accommodation
Living Room (23’10” x 14’1” (7.3m x 4.3m))
Stunning floor-to-ceiling sash window, opening to allow access onto the garden terrace and enjoying a lovely outlook over the lawned garden. Feature marble fireplace with original Victorian grate and slate hearth. Ornate cornicing and ceiling rose. Dado rail. T.V. Aerial point. 2 x Radiators
Dining Room (19’9” x 15’10” (6.0m x 4.8m))
Floor-to-ceiling sash bay window allowing access onto the garden terrace and enjoying views over the lawned garden. Cornicing and ceiling rose. Picture rail. Dado rail. 2 x Radiators. Oak wooden floor
Kitchen (13’5” x 11’7” (4.1m x 3.5m))
Comprising granite worktops with a good range of light-coloured gloss storage units beneath. Matching eye level units. Central island unit with inset stainless steel 1.5 bowl sink. Built-in Siemens double oven. Schott Ceran ceramic hob with brushed stainless steel extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and dishwasher. Brushed stainless steel splashbacks. Cornicing. Inset spotlights. Dado rail. Radiators. Sash window to front with window seat. Oak wooden floor. Through to:
Breakfast Room (8’7” x 7’3” (2.6m x 2.2m))
2 x Sash windows to front. Radiator. Fitted shelving. Built-in larder with shelving. Open pantry area with space for fridge and freezer. Worktop. Sash window to front
Rear Hallway
Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Radiator. Door to garden. Door and stairs descending to:
Cellarage
With an approximate floor area of 314 sq ft. (29.2 sq m), the Cellar comprises of 2 rooms:
Room 1 16’ x 9’4” (4.9m x 2.8m) Window. Radiator. Room 2 13’ x 8’10” (4.0m x 2.7m) Window. Radiator
Family Room/Bedroom (15’9” x 14’1” (4.8m x 4.3m))
Sash window to side. Feature wood burning stove on tiled slate hearth with wooden mantel over. Built-in shelving to one side of the fireplace for display. T.V. Aerial point. Coved ceiling. Radiator
En-Suite Shower Room
Comprising a fully tiled walk-in cubicle with Mira shower, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Tiled walls. Coved ceiling. Chrome heated towel rail/radiator
Laundry Room (12’ x 9’4” (3.7m x 2.8m))
2 Sash windows to side. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Door into boiler room housing the wall mounted Worcester boiler. High level window to side
Utility
Sash window to side. Worksurface with inset stainless steel sink and cupboard under. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Built-in shelving
Cloakroom
Combination vanity unit with inset sink W.C. And storage cupboards. Extractor fan. Coved ceiling. Tongue and groove panelling to dado height
Half Landing
Dado rail
Shower Room
Comprising a corner cubicle with Mira shower and glazed sliding doors, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Chrome heated towel rail/radiator. Extractor fan. Sash window to side
Bathroom
Suite comprising freestanding roll top bath with claw and ball feet. Heated towel rail/radiator. Dado rail. Coved ceiling. Feature Victorian grate and ornate surround. Built-in linen cupboard. Sash window to side
Bedroom 5 (16’ x 8’9” (4.9m x 2.7m))
2 Sash windows to front. Radiator. Coved ceiling. En-suite shower room Comprising cubicle with shower and glazed door, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Heated towel rail/radiator. UPVC panelled walls. Coved ceiling. Extractor fan. Sash window to side
Master Bedroom (19’11” x 14’1” (6.1m x 4.3m))
Sash window with windows to either side, overlooking the garden and beyond to the sea. Walk-in closet with shelving, hanging rail and light. Picture rail. 2 x Radiators.
En-suite bathroom Suite comprising ‘P’ shaped shower with rainfall shower head and glazed screen. Vanity unit with inset wash basin. W.C. With concealed cistern. Freestanding panelled bath with central mixer tap. Radiator. Picture rail. Coved ceiling. Heated towel rail/radiator. Sash window overlooking the garden and beyond to the sea
Bedroom 4 (14’ x 10’1” (4.3m x 3.1m))
Sash window overlooking the lawned garden. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Door into: Dressing area Radiator. Hatch to roof
First Floor Shower Room
Comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Tongue and groove panelling. Extractor fan. Sash window to front. Heated towel rail/radiator
Bedroom 3 (13’5” x 11’8” (4.1m x 3.6m))
Sash window to front. Radiator. Coved ceiling
Bedroom 2 (16’ x 14’1” (4.9m x 4.3m))
2 x Sash windows to side. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Door into:
En-suite shower room Walk-in shower cubicle with sliding doors. Combination vanity unit with inset sink W.C. And storage. Coved ceiling. Inset spotlights. Heated towel rail/radiator
Outside
The property is approached via a long driveway which continues into an extensive parking forecourt with space for multiple vehicles. The forecourt leads around the side of the property to allow access to the garage 18’ x 11’ (5.48m x 3.35m) with automatic up-and-over door, light and power.
The spacious gardens are well presented and arranged to provide a variety of outdoor spaces, comprising lawned gardens planted with meadow grass to encourage insects and wildlife, 2 x natural ponds, and an Organic vegetable patch, all surrounded by established shrubs, trees, plants, and gravelled borders. There is a large, tiled Sun terrace which stretches the width of the property and allows ample space for garden furniture and seating to sit and enjoy the peaceful ambience of the gardens.
Gothic style chalet/studio on raised veranda.
There is a storage shed/area to one side, with a pathway continuing around to log store and natural wooded garden area
Wooden Staircase To A Private Decked Terrace Overlooking The Main Gardens. Access And Door To:
Self Contained Unit
UPVC door into:
Living area, incorporating kitchen 23’10” x 15’7” (7.3m x 4.8m) UPVC double glazed windows overlooking the garden with sea glimpses. Wooden floor. Coved ceiling. 2 x Radiators. Wooden style worktop with inset stainless-steel sink, drainer and range of gloss units under. Matching range of eye-level units. Built-in Logic hob with extractor hood over. Built-in oven. Space for fridge. Fitted cupboard housing the fuses. Through to:
Bedroom UPVC double glazed window to side. Coved ceiling. Radiator.
Shower room Suite comprising walk-in cubicle with Mira shower. Pedestal wash basin. Low level W.C. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail. UPVC frosted window to rear
The home offers adaptable accommodation presented over 3 levels which is complimented with elegant period features such as high ceilings with ornate cornicing, original fireplaces and large windows enjoying views over the surrounding area and sea peeps. The Villa has also undergone a comprehensive programme of improvement works to enhance contemporary living, including re-wiring, re-plumbing and installation of a dual control heating system. South View has all the advantages of Victorian construction and architecture together with the careful incorporation of modern technology to provide up to date utilities.
The property boasts 5 Bedrooms, 4 with En-Suite rooms, 3 Reception rooms, fitted Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Laundry Room, Cloakroom, Shower Room and Cellarage comprising of 2 double size rooms. Along with the spacious accommodation within the main house, there is a neighbouring one-storey, self-contained unit providing the opportunity for additional income or to be used as extended accommodation for family members. The gardens have been thoughtfully arranged to provide different areas to enjoy including a large south facing Sun Terrace, meadow lawn gardens to attract insects and wildlife, organic vegetable beds and natural pond, all surrounded by a huge variety of established plants, shrubs and trees. Also situated within the garden is an attractive Gothic style chalet/studio. A lengthy driveway and forecourt provide ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles and there is also a Garage
The Accommodation Comprises:
Classic period front door opening into:
Entrance Porch
Traditional porcelain tiled floor. Built-in cupboards housing the electrics. Walk-in storage area featuring a circular window with stained glass inset. Large wooden door with side panels into:
Reception Hallway
A grand reception room with ornate cornicing, picture rail and dado rails. Oak wooden floor. Elegant staircase with mahogany handrail and turned spindles rising to the upper floor accommodation
Living Room (23’10” x 14’1” (7.3m x 4.3m))
Stunning floor-to-ceiling sash window, opening to allow access onto the garden terrace and enjoying a lovely outlook over the lawned garden. Feature marble fireplace with original Victorian grate and slate hearth. Ornate cornicing and ceiling rose. Dado rail. T.V. Aerial point. 2 x Radiators
Dining Room (19’9” x 15’10” (6.0m x 4.8m))
Floor-to-ceiling sash bay window allowing access onto the garden terrace and enjoying views over the lawned garden. Cornicing and ceiling rose. Picture rail. Dado rail. 2 x Radiators. Oak wooden floor
Kitchen (13’5” x 11’7” (4.1m x 3.5m))
Comprising granite worktops with a good range of light-coloured gloss storage units beneath. Matching eye level units. Central island unit with inset stainless steel 1.5 bowl sink. Built-in Siemens double oven. Schott Ceran ceramic hob with brushed stainless steel extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and dishwasher. Brushed stainless steel splashbacks. Cornicing. Inset spotlights. Dado rail. Radiators. Sash window to front with window seat. Oak wooden floor. Through to:
Breakfast Room (8’7” x 7’3” (2.6m x 2.2m))
2 x Sash windows to front. Radiator. Fitted shelving. Built-in larder with shelving. Open pantry area with space for fridge and freezer. Worktop. Sash window to front
Rear Hallway
Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Radiator. Door to garden. Door and stairs descending to:
Cellarage
With an approximate floor area of 314 sq ft. (29.2 sq m), the Cellar comprises of 2 rooms:
Room 1 16’ x 9’4” (4.9m x 2.8m) Window. Radiator. Room 2 13’ x 8’10” (4.0m x 2.7m) Window. Radiator
Family Room/Bedroom (15’9” x 14’1” (4.8m x 4.3m))
Sash window to side. Feature wood burning stove on tiled slate hearth with wooden mantel over. Built-in shelving to one side of the fireplace for display. T.V. Aerial point. Coved ceiling. Radiator
En-Suite Shower Room
Comprising a fully tiled walk-in cubicle with Mira shower, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Tiled walls. Coved ceiling. Chrome heated towel rail/radiator
Laundry Room (12’ x 9’4” (3.7m x 2.8m))
2 Sash windows to side. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Door into boiler room housing the wall mounted Worcester boiler. High level window to side
Utility
Sash window to side. Worksurface with inset stainless steel sink and cupboard under. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Built-in shelving
Cloakroom
Combination vanity unit with inset sink W.C. And storage cupboards. Extractor fan. Coved ceiling. Tongue and groove panelling to dado height
Half Landing
Dado rail
Shower Room
Comprising a corner cubicle with Mira shower and glazed sliding doors, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Chrome heated towel rail/radiator. Extractor fan. Sash window to side
Bathroom
Suite comprising freestanding roll top bath with claw and ball feet. Heated towel rail/radiator. Dado rail. Coved ceiling. Feature Victorian grate and ornate surround. Built-in linen cupboard. Sash window to side
Bedroom 5 (16’ x 8’9” (4.9m x 2.7m))
2 Sash windows to front. Radiator. Coved ceiling. En-suite shower room Comprising cubicle with shower and glazed door, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Heated towel rail/radiator. UPVC panelled walls. Coved ceiling. Extractor fan. Sash window to side
Master Bedroom (19’11” x 14’1” (6.1m x 4.3m))
Sash window with windows to either side, overlooking the garden and beyond to the sea. Walk-in closet with shelving, hanging rail and light. Picture rail. 2 x Radiators.
En-suite bathroom Suite comprising ‘P’ shaped shower with rainfall shower head and glazed screen. Vanity unit with inset wash basin. W.C. With concealed cistern. Freestanding panelled bath with central mixer tap. Radiator. Picture rail. Coved ceiling. Heated towel rail/radiator. Sash window overlooking the garden and beyond to the sea
Bedroom 4 (14’ x 10’1” (4.3m x 3.1m))
Sash window overlooking the lawned garden. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Door into: Dressing area Radiator. Hatch to roof
First Floor Shower Room
Comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash basin and W.C. Tongue and groove panelling. Extractor fan. Sash window to front. Heated towel rail/radiator
Bedroom 3 (13’5” x 11’8” (4.1m x 3.6m))
Sash window to front. Radiator. Coved ceiling
Bedroom 2 (16’ x 14’1” (4.9m x 4.3m))
2 x Sash windows to side. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Door into:
En-suite shower room Walk-in shower cubicle with sliding doors. Combination vanity unit with inset sink W.C. And storage. Coved ceiling. Inset spotlights. Heated towel rail/radiator
Outside
The property is approached via a long driveway which continues into an extensive parking forecourt with space for multiple vehicles. The forecourt leads around the side of the property to allow access to the garage 18’ x 11’ (5.48m x 3.35m) with automatic up-and-over door, light and power.
The spacious gardens are well presented and arranged to provide a variety of outdoor spaces, comprising lawned gardens planted with meadow grass to encourage insects and wildlife, 2 x natural ponds, and an Organic vegetable patch, all surrounded by established shrubs, trees, plants, and gravelled borders. There is a large, tiled Sun terrace which stretches the width of the property and allows ample space for garden furniture and seating to sit and enjoy the peaceful ambience of the gardens.
Gothic style chalet/studio on raised veranda.
There is a storage shed/area to one side, with a pathway continuing around to log store and natural wooded garden area
Wooden Staircase To A Private Decked Terrace Overlooking The Main Gardens. Access And Door To:
Self Contained Unit
UPVC door into:
Living area, incorporating kitchen 23’10” x 15’7” (7.3m x 4.8m) UPVC double glazed windows overlooking the garden with sea glimpses. Wooden floor. Coved ceiling. 2 x Radiators. Wooden style worktop with inset stainless-steel sink, drainer and range of gloss units under. Matching range of eye-level units. Built-in Logic hob with extractor hood over. Built-in oven. Space for fridge. Fitted cupboard housing the fuses. Through to:
Bedroom UPVC double glazed window to side. Coved ceiling. Radiator.
Shower room Suite comprising walk-in cubicle with Mira shower. Pedestal wash basin. Low level W.C. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail. UPVC frosted window to rear
