House For Sale £825,000
Offering an exciting opportunity to own an elegant historical home, this five-bedroom four-bathroom detached house showcases original features and benefits from sea views, a beautiful garden, plus driveway and garage parking.
Presenting a fantastic opportunity to acquire a graceful five-bedroom property with generous accommodation featuring classic period features, this grand period property boasts a delightful and charming front garden with a pathway leading to the rear patio area, side entrance and basement entrance. With plenty of scope for reconfiguration and versatile rooms, this fantastic home boasts a traditional sitting room with beautiful front facing views over the garden with doors onto a white painted wooden veranda and a beautiful dining room flooded with natural light from its south-facing position. Two fantastic kitchen spaces provide ample potential for modernisation and reconfiguration and also enjoy a south-facing position over the rear patio garden. Recently utilised as an attached annexe with independent side access, at the end of the entrance hall is an additional reception room leading to a utility room/kitchen, a cloakroom, and an elevator which provides access to the first-floor bedroom and shower room. The annexe space presents plenty of opportunity and potential to incorporate into the main home and a basement level equally provides prospect with three large rooms, a cloakroom, heating and lighting already in place, and its own private entrance from the rear. On the first floor are a total of five generous bedrooms (two complete with en-suites) and a shower room. Two bedrooms to the front of the property enjoy magnificent sea views and access onto a white painted wooden balcony. A driveway to the side of the property provides parking plus there is a double garage for additional parking or storage.
Just a short stroll from the property is Ryde seafront which boasts long stretches of sandy beaches with numerous seaside activities such as ten pin bowling and an open-air swimming pool. With good local schools nearby such as the independent Ryde School, there are also plenty of High Street amenities within short walking distance including boutique shops and convenience stores, a superb choice of eateries and even a local cinema. Another benefit of being so close to the seafront is having easy access to high-speed foot passenger travel to the mainland with Wightlink’s catamaran service and the Hovercraft which only takes 10 minutes to cross The Solent. Additionally, the Fishbourne to Portsmouth car ferry service is located just 3.2 miles away from the property. Regular public transport connections across the island are also within easy reach with the Southern Vectis bus network and Island Line train service providing regular services for Ryde.
The accommodation comprises an entrance lobby leading to a long hallway providing access to a shower room, the dining room, a beautiful sitting room, a kitchen, and an additional reception room continuing to a utility room/kitchen and a cloakroom. In the hallway is the door to the basement level, and the staircase to the first-floor landing where there are five bedrooms (two with en-suites) and a shower room.
Welcome To Albury
This property is nestled away from the road and accessed via a wooden gate and a long pathway lined with mature hedging to the front garden and the front of the house. This charming period property features an elegant white painted façade with a white painted wooden veranda and connecting balcony with light blue feature shutters on the ground floor. A concrete pathway leads up to the light blue framed front door which leads into the entrance lobby.
Entrance Lobby (3.76m max x 3.20m max (12'04 max x 10'06 max))
This fantastic lobby space includes ample room for storage cupboards, perfect for keeping coats and shoes. The blue accents from the doorframes on the exterior façade continue into this space with blue handrails and a blue painted feature wall arch. Neutral tiles spread across the floor and onto the steps up to the beautiful period door. Two windows to the front aspect and a transom window to the side flood this space with natural light and a pendant ceiling can also be found here. The blue painted front door with beautiful stained glass window detailing opens into the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall (extending to 10.74m (extending to 35'03))
A neutral carpet flows through this great hallway and provides access to the dining room, sitting room, shower room, kitchen, basement, and annexe. Benefitting from neutral patterned wall décor, this space is lit by two pendant ceiling lights and heated by three radiators. An obscure glazed arched window looks into the dining room.
Ground Floor Shower Room
This well-maintained shower room on the ground floor consists of a matching shower tray with an electric shower over, a pedestal hand basin with hot and cold taps and a wall-mounted mirror over, and a w.c. An obscure glazed window to the side aspect lets natural light in from the south-facing position and the room is lit by a ceiling light. The room is finished with a green patterned tile wall surround, a green tiled floor, and a single radiator.
Dining Room (6.38m max x 4.62m max (20'11 max x 15'02 max))
This beautiful room features a fantastic south-facing window incorporating a window to the side which fills the room with natural light complemented by two triple bulb ceiling lights and three matching wall lights. Dressed with soft grey carpet and a grey striped wallpaper under a white picture rail, this room boasts a superb marble fireplace with a neutral tile inset and hearth, creating a characterful focal point. With plenty of space to arrange a dining set and additional furniture, the room includes two internal windows comprising an arched translucent window to the entrance hall and a sash window to the kitchen, enhancing the flow of natural light between the spaces. Warmed by two radiators, also located here is a glazed door providing direct access to the kitchen.
Kitchen One (4.27m x 2.01m (14'0 x 6'07))
Divided into two sections, the first kitchen area, which connects directly to the dining room, has a large window to the rear aspect as well as a smaller window to the side allowing for plenty of natural light. Finished with pale blue wall tiles and a coordinating patterned vinyl floor, this room has a range of white base and wall cabinets providing cupboards and drawers as well as an integrated electric double oven. With space beneath providing a shelving section, a neutral countertop incorporates a breakfast bar area with a radiator beneath and a duo stainless steel sink and drainer alongside an electric four-ring hob. Fitted with two recessed spotlights and a fluorescent strip light on the ceiling, this space also includes a glazed door with an integrated doormat to the rear courtyard and an open doorway to the additional kitchen section.
Kitchen Two (4.14m max x 2.67m (13'07 max x 8'09))
The vinyl flooring from the first kitchen area continues into this space which replicates the white base and wall units plus the neutral countertop from the other kitchen section. Complete with a pale blue tiled splashback, the units incorporate a display cabinet and a combination of cupboards and drawers as well as under-counter space for a dishwasher to be installed. Displaying a charming piece of history, a servants’ bell box indicator remains above the door frame to the hallway and there is a window to the rear aspect with a radiator located beneath. Decorated with a white patterned wallpaper, also located here is a breakfast bar surface on the side of the units, two fluorescent strip light fittings and two recessed storage cupboards.
Sitting Room/Lounge-Diner (8.48m max x 3.61m max (27'10 max x 11'10 max))
Combining two spaces separated by a wide-open squared arch, this generous room can be arranged as a dining area and a sitting room which both feature a window to the front aspect overlooking the delightful garden with glimpses of the sea beyond. With double glazed French doors opening to a veranda, this room is fitted with a neutral carpet and features an elegant, textured fabric wallpaper up to picture rail height. Two vintage service bells remain on the chimney breasts, and additional period features include decorative cornicing, deep skirting boards and a marble fireplace surround housing a gas coal-effect fire. Warmed by three radiators, alcoves on either side of both chimney breasts provide fitted storage cupboards with glass shelving above and there is also an arched alcove wall feature with a mirror.
Side Annexe (Ground Floor)
Providing the option to easily integrate with the main house, ground and first floor rooms to the East elevation have been previously used as an attached annexe with independent access via a side porch entrance. With a living room, a utility room/kitchen and a cloakroom on the ground floor, the first floor is accessed via an elevator from the living room and has a double bedroom and a large shower room.
Annexe Living Room (5.79m max x 2.92m max (19'0 max x 9'07 max))
Accessed at the end of the entrance hall via a partially glazed wooden panel door, this space benefits from a side entrance porch providing independent access and could be incorporated into the main home to provide an additional reception room, a home office or a library. Decorated with a soft grey carpet and neutral wallpaper, this room has a window to the front aspect and two radiators to provide warmth. With a strip wood panel wall surround, a corner of the room provides an elevator to the first floor and there is a glazed door to the utility room/kitchen.
Annexe Utility Room/Kitchen (2.92m x 2.11m (9'07 x 6'11))
Currently used as a utility room fitted with a vinyl floor, this neutrally decorated room has a range of fitted wall and base units with cupboards and drawers. With a tiled splashback, a neutral countertop incorporates a stainless steel sink and drainer with a long arm mixer tap and there is space with plumbing connections beneath for a washing machine. The units also provide space to house an integrated oven and a hob if required. Furthermore, this room includes a radiator, a gas boiler and two recessed spotlights as well as a fluorescent strip light.
Annexe Porch With Cloakroom
The carpet for the living room continues into this space which provides independent access via a side glazed door and has a door to a handy cloakroom.
Annexe Cloakroom/W.C
With neutral vinyl floor tiles and yellow-painted walls, this handy ground floor cloakroom consists of a dual flush w.c and a wall-mounted hand basin with taps positioned on the wall above. Warmed by a radiator, this space also includes a wall-mounted mirrored cabinet and a window to the side aspect.
Basement
Accessed via a staircase directly beneath the entrance hall staircase, the basement provides enormous potential to convert into additional living quarters or is perfect for providing a one-bedroom annexe with its independent access to the rear aspect. A wooden staircase with a spindle balustrade leads to the basement hallway which contains a radiator and lighting, as well as a wooden panel door opening to the rear elevation. Providing access to a cloakroom and a room offering potential as a kitchen, this space also leads to two further rooms offering an opportunity to create a bedroom and a large living space.
Potential Basement Kitchen (2.41m x 2.41m (7'11 x 7'11))
With a window to the side aspect and plumbing connections in place, this room has a ceiling light fitting and a fitted base unit with a stainless steel sink and drainer. A full-height cupboard within the corner of the room has a gas-fired boiler mounted on the side and houses a water cylinder.
Potential Basement Living Space (8.08m max x 4.83m max (26'06 max x 15'10 max))
Providing the potential to divide into two separate rooms, this generous space is warmed by two radiators and has two windows to the front aspect allowing for natural light. Also located here is an electrical consumer unit and two fluorescent strip ceiling lights.
Potential Basement Bedroom (4.39m x 3.15m (14'05 x 10'04))
This room benefits from a radiator, a ceiling light fitting as well as a fluorescent strip light, and two windows to the rear aspect allowing for natural light.
Basement Cloakroom/W.C
Fitted with a vinyl floor and a light fitting, this space provides a low-level w.c and a pedestal hand basin. Access to an under-stair cupboard is also located here.
First Floor Landing
A turning staircase with a white spindle balustrade leads to a split-level first-floor landing providing a series of white wooden panel doors to four bedrooms (two with an en-suite) and an obscure glazed door to the first-floor section of the annexe which comprises a bedroom and a shower room. The carpet from the entrance hall and neutral wall decor with a dado rail flow up the staircase and continue throughout the landing space which also benefits from a radiator to provide warmth.
Primary Bedroom (5.28m max x 4.11m (17'04 max x 13'06))
Boasting a fantastic sea view to the front aspect, this generous bedroom exhibits a cast iron feature fireplace with a beautiful marble mantlepiece over, fitted wardrobes providing ample storage space, and two sets of French doors leading out onto the front balcony. This room features traditional character with its deep skirting boards and a picture rail. Heated by a single radiator, the bedroom is finished with neutral carpet and wall décor plus it provides access to an en-suite bathroom.
En-Suite Bathroom
Heated by a single radiator and naturally lit by a window to the front aspect showcasing glorious views, this room benefits from a large corner bath with an electric shower over. A dual flush w.c and a pedestal hand basin with a mixer tap and a wall-mounted mirror and strip light over can also be found in this room. Finished with a pink marble effect floor vinyl and neutral wall tile surround.
Bedroom Two (4.34m x 4.17m (14'03 x 13'08))
Featuring a dusky pink carpet and grey walls, this generous bedroom features dual aspect windows to the rear and side which fills this room with sunshine from its south-facing position. A chimney breast houses an alcove with a marble effect countertop integrating a hand basin with a mirror and strip light over as well as storage space under. A single radiator heats this space, and the room also features a picture rail, deep skirting boards, and access to an en-suite shower room. A ceiling fan with a multi-bulb light illuminates this room.
En-Suite Shower Room
Comprising matching bathroom fixtures including a w.c, a pedestal hand basin with a wall-mounted mirror over, and a shower tray with a glass sliding door and electric shower unit. A window to the rear aspect floods the space with sunshine, and this room is heated by a single radiator. The room is finished with a neutral floor vinyl, pink wall tiles, and a ceiling light.
Bedroom Three (3.61m x 3.18m (11'10 x 10'05))
Currently used as a study, this fantastic double bedroom offers French doors onto the balcony at the front of the property and provides lovely sea views across the Solent to Portsmouth. Featuring a neutral carpet and pale-yellow walls this room also showcases traditional features including a picture rail, deep skirting boards, and a traditional door. This space is heated by a single radiator and lit by a ceiling light.
Bedroom Four (3.76m x 2.64m (12'04 x 8'08))
This double bedroom provides a large window to the rear aspect which enjoys sunshine for most of the day. With a carpet and neutral wall décor, this room benefits from alcove storage and shelving, a radiator, a pendant ceiling light, and the loft hatch.
Annexe Rooms (First Floor)
Accessed via the lower section of the first-floor landing, this enclosed section forms part of the attached annexe and could easily be incorporated into the main house to provide an additional bedroom and main bathroom.
Annexe Landing
Featuring a window to the side aspect with a radiator beneath, this space creates access to a double bedroom, a shower room and an elevator to the ground floor. Benefiting from an airing cupboard, this area is presented with a grey carpet, textured neutral wallpaper and wood strip panelling around the elevator shaft. A loft hatch is also located here.
Annexe Bedroom/Bedroom Five (3.40m x 2.92m (11'02 x 9'07))
Providing the option to be utilised as the fifth bedroom for the main house, this fantastic double bedroom benefits from ample fitted wardrobes and a window to the front aspect, overlooking the front garden with a glimpse of the sea beyond. Heated by a single radiator, this room is finished with a grey patterned carpet and a subtle floral wallpaper. This room is lit by a pendant ceiling light.
Annexe Shower Room/Wet Room
Designed for accessible use, this large shower room has a walk-in shower cubicle with mid-height opaque panelling and a ‘Mira’ electric shower unit with a shower fixture mounted upon a slider bar. Finished with marble-effect wall panelling and a blue vinyl floor, this room includes a dual flush w.c and a wall-mounted hand basin with a mirror and a strip light above. With natural light provided by a window to the side aspect, this room also includes a radiator, an extractor fan and a round flush ceiling light fitting.
Garden
Offering complete seclusion and a tranquil outdoor environment, a beautiful garden situated at the front of Albury provides a fantastic lawn scattered with crocus flowers and surrounded by mature trees and shrubbery. From West Street is an inviting pathway with mature hedgerows at either side, which leads to this fantastic space and provides a pathway around the side of the property to the rear garden, side access and basement entrance. With endless opportunities for those green-fingered gardeners, this garden offers a variety of environments and flower beds which have the space to grow and exhibit many different plants. The lawn area is surrounded by deep, well-established flower beds which frames the grass perfectly and includes roses, pampas grass, a variety of palm trees, and seasonal flowers and bulbs. A beautiful stone staircase with low-level brick walls provides a grand entrance onto the veranda and into the sitting room. Two large flower beds at the front of the house provide potential plus ample space to the side where new flower beds can be established. The slightly elevated driveway can be accessed via steps and provides parking for three vehicles, plus there is a double garage. At the rear of the property is a fantastic patio area which enjoys the sun for most of the day, with its south facing position. Enclosed by an old stone wall with timber fencing above, this sunny patio spot offers space for outdoor dining whilst also offering access into the kitchen from here. Featuring an outside tap, some external lighting, and a staircase to the basement, this space also offers a side door into the garage, and space for a shed.
Garage
This double garage boasts two white up and over doors which lead into this fantastic garage space. With potential to park two cars, this space would also make a great area for storage or a workshop.
Parking
The driveway for Albury can be found via Spencer Road. This tarmac driveway provides parking for four vehicles plus the garage provides additional parking for two cars. Furthermore, there are a set of double gates at the bottom of the garden which open to an additional off-road parking space.
Albury provides a fantastic opportunity to acquire a grand period home with huge potential for modernisation. An early viewing with the sole agent, Susan Payne Property, is highly recommended.
Additional Details
Tenure: Tbc
Council Tax Band: F
Services: Mains water and drainage, gas, electricity.
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.
Presenting a fantastic opportunity to acquire a graceful five-bedroom property with generous accommodation featuring classic period features, this grand period property boasts a delightful and charming front garden with a pathway leading to the rear patio area, side entrance and basement entrance. With plenty of scope for reconfiguration and versatile rooms, this fantastic home boasts a traditional sitting room with beautiful front facing views over the garden with doors onto a white painted wooden veranda and a beautiful dining room flooded with natural light from its south-facing position. Two fantastic kitchen spaces provide ample potential for modernisation and reconfiguration and also enjoy a south-facing position over the rear patio garden. Recently utilised as an attached annexe with independent side access, at the end of the entrance hall is an additional reception room leading to a utility room/kitchen, a cloakroom, and an elevator which provides access to the first-floor bedroom and shower room. The annexe space presents plenty of opportunity and potential to incorporate into the main home and a basement level equally provides prospect with three large rooms, a cloakroom, heating and lighting already in place, and its own private entrance from the rear. On the first floor are a total of five generous bedrooms (two complete with en-suites) and a shower room. Two bedrooms to the front of the property enjoy magnificent sea views and access onto a white painted wooden balcony. A driveway to the side of the property provides parking plus there is a double garage for additional parking or storage.
Just a short stroll from the property is Ryde seafront which boasts long stretches of sandy beaches with numerous seaside activities such as ten pin bowling and an open-air swimming pool. With good local schools nearby such as the independent Ryde School, there are also plenty of High Street amenities within short walking distance including boutique shops and convenience stores, a superb choice of eateries and even a local cinema. Another benefit of being so close to the seafront is having easy access to high-speed foot passenger travel to the mainland with Wightlink’s catamaran service and the Hovercraft which only takes 10 minutes to cross The Solent. Additionally, the Fishbourne to Portsmouth car ferry service is located just 3.2 miles away from the property. Regular public transport connections across the island are also within easy reach with the Southern Vectis bus network and Island Line train service providing regular services for Ryde.
The accommodation comprises an entrance lobby leading to a long hallway providing access to a shower room, the dining room, a beautiful sitting room, a kitchen, and an additional reception room continuing to a utility room/kitchen and a cloakroom. In the hallway is the door to the basement level, and the staircase to the first-floor landing where there are five bedrooms (two with en-suites) and a shower room.
Welcome To Albury
This property is nestled away from the road and accessed via a wooden gate and a long pathway lined with mature hedging to the front garden and the front of the house. This charming period property features an elegant white painted façade with a white painted wooden veranda and connecting balcony with light blue feature shutters on the ground floor. A concrete pathway leads up to the light blue framed front door which leads into the entrance lobby.
Entrance Lobby (3.76m max x 3.20m max (12'04 max x 10'06 max))
This fantastic lobby space includes ample room for storage cupboards, perfect for keeping coats and shoes. The blue accents from the doorframes on the exterior façade continue into this space with blue handrails and a blue painted feature wall arch. Neutral tiles spread across the floor and onto the steps up to the beautiful period door. Two windows to the front aspect and a transom window to the side flood this space with natural light and a pendant ceiling can also be found here. The blue painted front door with beautiful stained glass window detailing opens into the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall (extending to 10.74m (extending to 35'03))
A neutral carpet flows through this great hallway and provides access to the dining room, sitting room, shower room, kitchen, basement, and annexe. Benefitting from neutral patterned wall décor, this space is lit by two pendant ceiling lights and heated by three radiators. An obscure glazed arched window looks into the dining room.
Ground Floor Shower Room
This well-maintained shower room on the ground floor consists of a matching shower tray with an electric shower over, a pedestal hand basin with hot and cold taps and a wall-mounted mirror over, and a w.c. An obscure glazed window to the side aspect lets natural light in from the south-facing position and the room is lit by a ceiling light. The room is finished with a green patterned tile wall surround, a green tiled floor, and a single radiator.
Dining Room (6.38m max x 4.62m max (20'11 max x 15'02 max))
This beautiful room features a fantastic south-facing window incorporating a window to the side which fills the room with natural light complemented by two triple bulb ceiling lights and three matching wall lights. Dressed with soft grey carpet and a grey striped wallpaper under a white picture rail, this room boasts a superb marble fireplace with a neutral tile inset and hearth, creating a characterful focal point. With plenty of space to arrange a dining set and additional furniture, the room includes two internal windows comprising an arched translucent window to the entrance hall and a sash window to the kitchen, enhancing the flow of natural light between the spaces. Warmed by two radiators, also located here is a glazed door providing direct access to the kitchen.
Kitchen One (4.27m x 2.01m (14'0 x 6'07))
Divided into two sections, the first kitchen area, which connects directly to the dining room, has a large window to the rear aspect as well as a smaller window to the side allowing for plenty of natural light. Finished with pale blue wall tiles and a coordinating patterned vinyl floor, this room has a range of white base and wall cabinets providing cupboards and drawers as well as an integrated electric double oven. With space beneath providing a shelving section, a neutral countertop incorporates a breakfast bar area with a radiator beneath and a duo stainless steel sink and drainer alongside an electric four-ring hob. Fitted with two recessed spotlights and a fluorescent strip light on the ceiling, this space also includes a glazed door with an integrated doormat to the rear courtyard and an open doorway to the additional kitchen section.
Kitchen Two (4.14m max x 2.67m (13'07 max x 8'09))
The vinyl flooring from the first kitchen area continues into this space which replicates the white base and wall units plus the neutral countertop from the other kitchen section. Complete with a pale blue tiled splashback, the units incorporate a display cabinet and a combination of cupboards and drawers as well as under-counter space for a dishwasher to be installed. Displaying a charming piece of history, a servants’ bell box indicator remains above the door frame to the hallway and there is a window to the rear aspect with a radiator located beneath. Decorated with a white patterned wallpaper, also located here is a breakfast bar surface on the side of the units, two fluorescent strip light fittings and two recessed storage cupboards.
Sitting Room/Lounge-Diner (8.48m max x 3.61m max (27'10 max x 11'10 max))
Combining two spaces separated by a wide-open squared arch, this generous room can be arranged as a dining area and a sitting room which both feature a window to the front aspect overlooking the delightful garden with glimpses of the sea beyond. With double glazed French doors opening to a veranda, this room is fitted with a neutral carpet and features an elegant, textured fabric wallpaper up to picture rail height. Two vintage service bells remain on the chimney breasts, and additional period features include decorative cornicing, deep skirting boards and a marble fireplace surround housing a gas coal-effect fire. Warmed by three radiators, alcoves on either side of both chimney breasts provide fitted storage cupboards with glass shelving above and there is also an arched alcove wall feature with a mirror.
Side Annexe (Ground Floor)
Providing the option to easily integrate with the main house, ground and first floor rooms to the East elevation have been previously used as an attached annexe with independent access via a side porch entrance. With a living room, a utility room/kitchen and a cloakroom on the ground floor, the first floor is accessed via an elevator from the living room and has a double bedroom and a large shower room.
Annexe Living Room (5.79m max x 2.92m max (19'0 max x 9'07 max))
Accessed at the end of the entrance hall via a partially glazed wooden panel door, this space benefits from a side entrance porch providing independent access and could be incorporated into the main home to provide an additional reception room, a home office or a library. Decorated with a soft grey carpet and neutral wallpaper, this room has a window to the front aspect and two radiators to provide warmth. With a strip wood panel wall surround, a corner of the room provides an elevator to the first floor and there is a glazed door to the utility room/kitchen.
Annexe Utility Room/Kitchen (2.92m x 2.11m (9'07 x 6'11))
Currently used as a utility room fitted with a vinyl floor, this neutrally decorated room has a range of fitted wall and base units with cupboards and drawers. With a tiled splashback, a neutral countertop incorporates a stainless steel sink and drainer with a long arm mixer tap and there is space with plumbing connections beneath for a washing machine. The units also provide space to house an integrated oven and a hob if required. Furthermore, this room includes a radiator, a gas boiler and two recessed spotlights as well as a fluorescent strip light.
Annexe Porch With Cloakroom
The carpet for the living room continues into this space which provides independent access via a side glazed door and has a door to a handy cloakroom.
Annexe Cloakroom/W.C
With neutral vinyl floor tiles and yellow-painted walls, this handy ground floor cloakroom consists of a dual flush w.c and a wall-mounted hand basin with taps positioned on the wall above. Warmed by a radiator, this space also includes a wall-mounted mirrored cabinet and a window to the side aspect.
Basement
Accessed via a staircase directly beneath the entrance hall staircase, the basement provides enormous potential to convert into additional living quarters or is perfect for providing a one-bedroom annexe with its independent access to the rear aspect. A wooden staircase with a spindle balustrade leads to the basement hallway which contains a radiator and lighting, as well as a wooden panel door opening to the rear elevation. Providing access to a cloakroom and a room offering potential as a kitchen, this space also leads to two further rooms offering an opportunity to create a bedroom and a large living space.
Potential Basement Kitchen (2.41m x 2.41m (7'11 x 7'11))
With a window to the side aspect and plumbing connections in place, this room has a ceiling light fitting and a fitted base unit with a stainless steel sink and drainer. A full-height cupboard within the corner of the room has a gas-fired boiler mounted on the side and houses a water cylinder.
Potential Basement Living Space (8.08m max x 4.83m max (26'06 max x 15'10 max))
Providing the potential to divide into two separate rooms, this generous space is warmed by two radiators and has two windows to the front aspect allowing for natural light. Also located here is an electrical consumer unit and two fluorescent strip ceiling lights.
Potential Basement Bedroom (4.39m x 3.15m (14'05 x 10'04))
This room benefits from a radiator, a ceiling light fitting as well as a fluorescent strip light, and two windows to the rear aspect allowing for natural light.
Basement Cloakroom/W.C
Fitted with a vinyl floor and a light fitting, this space provides a low-level w.c and a pedestal hand basin. Access to an under-stair cupboard is also located here.
First Floor Landing
A turning staircase with a white spindle balustrade leads to a split-level first-floor landing providing a series of white wooden panel doors to four bedrooms (two with an en-suite) and an obscure glazed door to the first-floor section of the annexe which comprises a bedroom and a shower room. The carpet from the entrance hall and neutral wall decor with a dado rail flow up the staircase and continue throughout the landing space which also benefits from a radiator to provide warmth.
Primary Bedroom (5.28m max x 4.11m (17'04 max x 13'06))
Boasting a fantastic sea view to the front aspect, this generous bedroom exhibits a cast iron feature fireplace with a beautiful marble mantlepiece over, fitted wardrobes providing ample storage space, and two sets of French doors leading out onto the front balcony. This room features traditional character with its deep skirting boards and a picture rail. Heated by a single radiator, the bedroom is finished with neutral carpet and wall décor plus it provides access to an en-suite bathroom.
En-Suite Bathroom
Heated by a single radiator and naturally lit by a window to the front aspect showcasing glorious views, this room benefits from a large corner bath with an electric shower over. A dual flush w.c and a pedestal hand basin with a mixer tap and a wall-mounted mirror and strip light over can also be found in this room. Finished with a pink marble effect floor vinyl and neutral wall tile surround.
Bedroom Two (4.34m x 4.17m (14'03 x 13'08))
Featuring a dusky pink carpet and grey walls, this generous bedroom features dual aspect windows to the rear and side which fills this room with sunshine from its south-facing position. A chimney breast houses an alcove with a marble effect countertop integrating a hand basin with a mirror and strip light over as well as storage space under. A single radiator heats this space, and the room also features a picture rail, deep skirting boards, and access to an en-suite shower room. A ceiling fan with a multi-bulb light illuminates this room.
En-Suite Shower Room
Comprising matching bathroom fixtures including a w.c, a pedestal hand basin with a wall-mounted mirror over, and a shower tray with a glass sliding door and electric shower unit. A window to the rear aspect floods the space with sunshine, and this room is heated by a single radiator. The room is finished with a neutral floor vinyl, pink wall tiles, and a ceiling light.
Bedroom Three (3.61m x 3.18m (11'10 x 10'05))
Currently used as a study, this fantastic double bedroom offers French doors onto the balcony at the front of the property and provides lovely sea views across the Solent to Portsmouth. Featuring a neutral carpet and pale-yellow walls this room also showcases traditional features including a picture rail, deep skirting boards, and a traditional door. This space is heated by a single radiator and lit by a ceiling light.
Bedroom Four (3.76m x 2.64m (12'04 x 8'08))
This double bedroom provides a large window to the rear aspect which enjoys sunshine for most of the day. With a carpet and neutral wall décor, this room benefits from alcove storage and shelving, a radiator, a pendant ceiling light, and the loft hatch.
Annexe Rooms (First Floor)
Accessed via the lower section of the first-floor landing, this enclosed section forms part of the attached annexe and could easily be incorporated into the main house to provide an additional bedroom and main bathroom.
Annexe Landing
Featuring a window to the side aspect with a radiator beneath, this space creates access to a double bedroom, a shower room and an elevator to the ground floor. Benefiting from an airing cupboard, this area is presented with a grey carpet, textured neutral wallpaper and wood strip panelling around the elevator shaft. A loft hatch is also located here.
Annexe Bedroom/Bedroom Five (3.40m x 2.92m (11'02 x 9'07))
Providing the option to be utilised as the fifth bedroom for the main house, this fantastic double bedroom benefits from ample fitted wardrobes and a window to the front aspect, overlooking the front garden with a glimpse of the sea beyond. Heated by a single radiator, this room is finished with a grey patterned carpet and a subtle floral wallpaper. This room is lit by a pendant ceiling light.
Annexe Shower Room/Wet Room
Designed for accessible use, this large shower room has a walk-in shower cubicle with mid-height opaque panelling and a ‘Mira’ electric shower unit with a shower fixture mounted upon a slider bar. Finished with marble-effect wall panelling and a blue vinyl floor, this room includes a dual flush w.c and a wall-mounted hand basin with a mirror and a strip light above. With natural light provided by a window to the side aspect, this room also includes a radiator, an extractor fan and a round flush ceiling light fitting.
Garden
Offering complete seclusion and a tranquil outdoor environment, a beautiful garden situated at the front of Albury provides a fantastic lawn scattered with crocus flowers and surrounded by mature trees and shrubbery. From West Street is an inviting pathway with mature hedgerows at either side, which leads to this fantastic space and provides a pathway around the side of the property to the rear garden, side access and basement entrance. With endless opportunities for those green-fingered gardeners, this garden offers a variety of environments and flower beds which have the space to grow and exhibit many different plants. The lawn area is surrounded by deep, well-established flower beds which frames the grass perfectly and includes roses, pampas grass, a variety of palm trees, and seasonal flowers and bulbs. A beautiful stone staircase with low-level brick walls provides a grand entrance onto the veranda and into the sitting room. Two large flower beds at the front of the house provide potential plus ample space to the side where new flower beds can be established. The slightly elevated driveway can be accessed via steps and provides parking for three vehicles, plus there is a double garage. At the rear of the property is a fantastic patio area which enjoys the sun for most of the day, with its south facing position. Enclosed by an old stone wall with timber fencing above, this sunny patio spot offers space for outdoor dining whilst also offering access into the kitchen from here. Featuring an outside tap, some external lighting, and a staircase to the basement, this space also offers a side door into the garage, and space for a shed.
Garage
This double garage boasts two white up and over doors which lead into this fantastic garage space. With potential to park two cars, this space would also make a great area for storage or a workshop.
Parking
The driveway for Albury can be found via Spencer Road. This tarmac driveway provides parking for four vehicles plus the garage provides additional parking for two cars. Furthermore, there are a set of double gates at the bottom of the garden which open to an additional off-road parking space.
Albury provides a fantastic opportunity to acquire a grand period home with huge potential for modernisation. An early viewing with the sole agent, Susan Payne Property, is highly recommended.
Additional Details
Tenure: Tbc
Council Tax Band: F
Services: Mains water and drainage, gas, electricity.
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.
