House For Sale £585,000
Presenting a fantastic opportunity to acquire an impressive home just moments from mainland ferry travel, this four-bedroom house occupies a spacious plot and offers versatile accommodation with two balconies, and a generous garden backing onto open fields.
Located in this highly desirable coastal village, 42 Fishbourne Lane combines an idyllic family lifestyle with the convenience of plenty of local amenities close by. Believed to date back to the 1970s, this unique detached family home has plenty to offer with its four double-sized bedrooms, a total of two shower rooms and a bathroom, two spacious reception rooms, and a modern kitchen-breakfast room which was installed in 2022, and leads to a separate utility room. Full of natural light thanks to plenty of well-placed double glazing, the spacious accommodation offers neutral white interiors throughout combined with lovely character features such as marble fireplaces, solid bamboo flooring, and decorative wall mouldings. In addition to the kitchen, other more recent home improvements include a renovated ground floor cloakroom, a new cosy carpet in the living room, and a gravel driveway providing ample parking space; all of which were completed last year. Backing onto fields owned by the nearby Quarr Abbey monastery, the extensive south-east facing rear garden is equally as appealing and comes complete with a high quality garden cabin, providing a versatile outdoor space which could be utilsed for multiple purposes such as a home office, a workshop, or creative studio.
Located just a two-minute walk from the ferry port, the location of the property offers a convenient lifestyle for those essential trips to the mainland and is situated in the highly sought-after village of Fishbourne between Wootton Bridge and Binstead. The area benefits from the highly regarded Fishbourne Inn, a beach and local sailing club, and plenty of coastal and countryside walks including a cycle path which connects to island-wide cycle routes. Located just under a mile away from the property is the peaceful Quarr Abbey which is the only monastery on the island, home to a small group of Benedictine monks as well as farm animals, and offers a farm shop plus a cafe with tranquil gardens. The village of Wootton Bridge with its beautiful creek is a short drive from the property and is one of the most convenient villages on the Island with local facilities including a primary school, community centre, a well-maintained recreation and sports ground, a health centre, a pharmacist and vet. Local stores cater for food, wine, and groceries, and there are some great places to eat including a well-renowned fish and chip shop for the days when you don't want to cook. Furthermore, the bustling seaside town of Ryde with its expansive sandy beaches, boutique shops, and restaurants are just a ten-minute drive away, whilst in the other direction, the principal town of Newport has a good range of High Street shops, restaurants, a cinema, and the highly regarded Quay Arts Centre.
Welcome To 42 Fishbourne Lane - Situated in a fantastic set back position, the property has a gated, sweeping driveway passing lawn areas on either side and providing an approach to a spacious gravel parking area plus an enclosed carport. The spacious front garden features a range of mature shrubs and a fir tree by the gated entrance, providing partial seclusion from the road. A side gate provides access to the rear garden and there is a glazed entrance porch to the front elevation of the property.
Porch - Featuring full-height glazing and beautiful floor tiling, this large and naturally light porch entrance provides a convenient space to remove coats and footwear before entering the home. There is a circular ceiling light and charming, partially glazed French doors which open to the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall - extending to 2.92m (extending to 9'07) - Presented with beautiful bamboo flooring which continues to the kitchen-breakfast room and cloakroom, the entrance hall provides a wonderful welcome to the home with natural light tumbling from a full-height window on the stairwell. Fitted with a pendant light and a radiator, this space also has a central heating thermostat, and an under-stair cupboard housing an electrical consumer unit. Two open doorways lead to each of the reception rooms, and two panel doors open to the cloakroom and the kitchen.
Living Room - 4.75m into bay x 3.40m (15'07 into bay x 11'02) - Enjoying a squared bay window to the front aspect and a window to the side, this spacious room is dressed with a recently fitted neutral carpet and features a fabulous marble fireplace with a cosy log burner. With picture rails adding further interest to the decor, this room also benefits from a telephone/internet point, four decorative wall lights, and a radiator.
Dining Room - 5.33m x 3.76m max (17'06 x 12'04 max) - Another spacious reception room featuring a wonderful marble fireplace with a coal-effect gas fire, picture rails, and a decorative ceiling rose with a pendant light fitting; all of which provide characterful charm to the room. Bathed in natural light, this room has an expanse of glazing to the rear aspect which provide a set of French doors to the delightful garden. Also located here are four decorative wall lights and a trio of glass globe light shades.
Kitchen-Breakfast Room - 5.05m x 3.18m max (16'07 x 10'05 max) - Presented with a smart white and charcoal grey theme, this modern kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units which provide a good combination of cupboards and drawers, a pull-out larder cupboard, plus two breakfast bar areas for casual dining. With a blue tiled splashback in a rustic finish, a wooden countertop incorporates a 1.5 composite sink and drainer and a Smeg gas hob with a contemporary angled cooker hood above by Bosch. Beneath the gas hob are two integrated electric Smeg ovens, and there is also space to position a freestanding American-style fridge-freezer within a section of cabinetry. Lit by two rectangular flush ceiling lights, this space also enjoys plenty of natural light from a window to the side aspect and a set of French doors to the rear garden. This room also benefits from a radiator and an open doorway providing a seamless connection with the utility room.
Utility Room - 3.81m x 1.47m max (12'06 x 4'10 max) - This space is fitted with a white base unit providing two cupboards and a dark countertop which has a monochrome tiled splashback and a stainless steel sink and drainer. Fitted with a radiator and a multi-spotlight bar, this area provides plumbing for a washing machine and also houses a Worcester gas boiler. Furthermore, the utility room has a small opaque window to the front aspect and a window to the side along with a partially glazed door to the carport.
Cloakroom - Beautifully presented, this handy cloakroom has fully tiled walls in a decorative stone-effect, and provides a modern suite comprising a dual flush w.c. and a vanity hand basin. Also located here is an opaque window to the side aspect and a rectangular wall light.
First Floor Landing - A turning staircase with a white-spindle balustrade ascends to the first floor landing, bathed in natural light from the full-height window on the midway landing space. Warmed by a radiator, this space has a square-shaped flush ceiling light, a recessed cupboard housing a hot water tank, and a ceiling hatch leading to a fully boarded loft space. Continuing with a neutral carpet from the staircase, the landing provides a series of white panel doors leading to each of the rooms on this level.
Bedroom One - 3.40m x 2.84m (11'02 x 9'04) - A light and airy double bedroom with a neutral interior and a set of French doors which open to a fabulous balcony enjoying views over the rear garden and the green field beyond. Warmed by a radiator, this carpeted room benefits from a substantial built-in wardrobe with white doors and is lit by a multi-pendant ceiling light plus a wall light.
Bedroom Two - 3.40m max x 2.87m max (11'02 max x 9'05 max) - This bedroom is well-presented with a neutral carpet and features a window to the side aspect plus a set of French doors to a balcony with treetop views over the village. A radiator and two matching wall lights are also located here.
Bedroom Three - 3.05m x 2.29m (10'0 x 7'06) - Benefiting from an en-suite, this further double bedroom has a large window to the rear aspect offering lovely rear garden views extending to the field beyond. Including a carpet, the neutral decor theme continues, and there is also a radiator plus two matching wall lights.
En-Suite Shower Room - Fitted with a neutral tiled floor, this light and airy en-suite benefits from an opaque glazed window to the side aspect and provides a dual flush w.c. plus a rectangular hand basin with a large splashback tile plus a mirror above. Occupying one wall, a shower cubicle is fitted with a Triton electric shower unit and is finished with a white tile surround. Also located here is a wall-mounted mirrored cabinet and a round flush ceiling light.
Bedroom Four - 3.73m x 2.34m (12'03 x 7'08) - With lovely views of neighbouring fields via a window to the side, this carpeted double bedroom follows the same neutral theme as the previous rooms and has a radiator to keep the room cosy. Further benefits include a circular ceiling light shade and a telephone/internet point.
Family Bathroom - Featuring double doors opening from the landing, the bathroom has a window to the side aspect with a partial opaque finish which provides plenty of natural light, further enhanced by the neutral stone-effect tiling on the walls and bath panel. A modern white sanitaryware suite comprises a pedestal hand basin and a dual flush w.c, and the coordinating bath is fitted with a waterfall effect chrome mixer tap which incorporates a showerhead attachment. Warmed by a chrome heated towel rail, this room also has a light tiled floor and a flush, square-shaped ceiling light.
Shower Room - Again, accessed via double doors, this space provides a modern rectangular hand basin with a stone-effect splashback tile plus a mirror above, and an enclosed shower cubicle with a Triton electric shower unit connected to a rainfall-effect shower fixture. The shower cubicle has a stone-effect tile surround which coordinates well with the tiled flooring. Also located here is an opaque glazed window to the front aspect, a wall-mounted towel rail, and glass shelving.
Rear Garden - Enjoying a south-east facing position, a generous fully enclosed rear garden extends to approximately 100ft and backs onto beautiful views across the neighbouring Quarr Abbey fields. A large gravel seating area offers a fabulous spot for summer barbecues and is surrounded by a retaining stone giving way to a set of steps and a sloped walkway leading to an elevated lawn area. Dotted with a range of trees, the spacious lawn has boundary hedging, trees, and fencing allowing for peaceful seclusion and there is a delightful fish pond, creating a lovely focal point and an appeal to local wildlife. Including a large greenhouse, the lawn has a paved pathway that meanders to the top of the garden passing a storage shed and leading to a fantastic garden cabin. Built locally to a high standard, the beautiful timber cabin has power and lighting and is divided into two sections measuring 11'0 x 10'07 and 11'0 x 6'0. Painted in a forest green shade, the cabin is insulated and features double glazed windows and doors.
Driveway And Carport - A sweeping driveway leading to a gravel parking area provides parking for multiple vehicles and leads to an enclosed carport to the side of the property. Offering a versatile space with access to the rear garden and utility room, the carport measures a generous 27'09 x 8'03 and has wooden double doors to the front plus a polycarbonate lean-to roof.
42 Fishbourne Lane offers a very desirable opportunity to acquire a substantial family home set in an extremely sought-after coastal village. An early viewing is highly recommended through the sole agent Susan Payne Property.
Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
Services: Mains water and drainage, gas central heating, electric.
Located in this highly desirable coastal village, 42 Fishbourne Lane combines an idyllic family lifestyle with the convenience of plenty of local amenities close by. Believed to date back to the 1970s, this unique detached family home has plenty to offer with its four double-sized bedrooms, a total of two shower rooms and a bathroom, two spacious reception rooms, and a modern kitchen-breakfast room which was installed in 2022, and leads to a separate utility room. Full of natural light thanks to plenty of well-placed double glazing, the spacious accommodation offers neutral white interiors throughout combined with lovely character features such as marble fireplaces, solid bamboo flooring, and decorative wall mouldings. In addition to the kitchen, other more recent home improvements include a renovated ground floor cloakroom, a new cosy carpet in the living room, and a gravel driveway providing ample parking space; all of which were completed last year. Backing onto fields owned by the nearby Quarr Abbey monastery, the extensive south-east facing rear garden is equally as appealing and comes complete with a high quality garden cabin, providing a versatile outdoor space which could be utilsed for multiple purposes such as a home office, a workshop, or creative studio.
Located just a two-minute walk from the ferry port, the location of the property offers a convenient lifestyle for those essential trips to the mainland and is situated in the highly sought-after village of Fishbourne between Wootton Bridge and Binstead. The area benefits from the highly regarded Fishbourne Inn, a beach and local sailing club, and plenty of coastal and countryside walks including a cycle path which connects to island-wide cycle routes. Located just under a mile away from the property is the peaceful Quarr Abbey which is the only monastery on the island, home to a small group of Benedictine monks as well as farm animals, and offers a farm shop plus a cafe with tranquil gardens. The village of Wootton Bridge with its beautiful creek is a short drive from the property and is one of the most convenient villages on the Island with local facilities including a primary school, community centre, a well-maintained recreation and sports ground, a health centre, a pharmacist and vet. Local stores cater for food, wine, and groceries, and there are some great places to eat including a well-renowned fish and chip shop for the days when you don't want to cook. Furthermore, the bustling seaside town of Ryde with its expansive sandy beaches, boutique shops, and restaurants are just a ten-minute drive away, whilst in the other direction, the principal town of Newport has a good range of High Street shops, restaurants, a cinema, and the highly regarded Quay Arts Centre.
Welcome To 42 Fishbourne Lane - Situated in a fantastic set back position, the property has a gated, sweeping driveway passing lawn areas on either side and providing an approach to a spacious gravel parking area plus an enclosed carport. The spacious front garden features a range of mature shrubs and a fir tree by the gated entrance, providing partial seclusion from the road. A side gate provides access to the rear garden and there is a glazed entrance porch to the front elevation of the property.
Porch - Featuring full-height glazing and beautiful floor tiling, this large and naturally light porch entrance provides a convenient space to remove coats and footwear before entering the home. There is a circular ceiling light and charming, partially glazed French doors which open to the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall - extending to 2.92m (extending to 9'07) - Presented with beautiful bamboo flooring which continues to the kitchen-breakfast room and cloakroom, the entrance hall provides a wonderful welcome to the home with natural light tumbling from a full-height window on the stairwell. Fitted with a pendant light and a radiator, this space also has a central heating thermostat, and an under-stair cupboard housing an electrical consumer unit. Two open doorways lead to each of the reception rooms, and two panel doors open to the cloakroom and the kitchen.
Living Room - 4.75m into bay x 3.40m (15'07 into bay x 11'02) - Enjoying a squared bay window to the front aspect and a window to the side, this spacious room is dressed with a recently fitted neutral carpet and features a fabulous marble fireplace with a cosy log burner. With picture rails adding further interest to the decor, this room also benefits from a telephone/internet point, four decorative wall lights, and a radiator.
Dining Room - 5.33m x 3.76m max (17'06 x 12'04 max) - Another spacious reception room featuring a wonderful marble fireplace with a coal-effect gas fire, picture rails, and a decorative ceiling rose with a pendant light fitting; all of which provide characterful charm to the room. Bathed in natural light, this room has an expanse of glazing to the rear aspect which provide a set of French doors to the delightful garden. Also located here are four decorative wall lights and a trio of glass globe light shades.
Kitchen-Breakfast Room - 5.05m x 3.18m max (16'07 x 10'05 max) - Presented with a smart white and charcoal grey theme, this modern kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units which provide a good combination of cupboards and drawers, a pull-out larder cupboard, plus two breakfast bar areas for casual dining. With a blue tiled splashback in a rustic finish, a wooden countertop incorporates a 1.5 composite sink and drainer and a Smeg gas hob with a contemporary angled cooker hood above by Bosch. Beneath the gas hob are two integrated electric Smeg ovens, and there is also space to position a freestanding American-style fridge-freezer within a section of cabinetry. Lit by two rectangular flush ceiling lights, this space also enjoys plenty of natural light from a window to the side aspect and a set of French doors to the rear garden. This room also benefits from a radiator and an open doorway providing a seamless connection with the utility room.
Utility Room - 3.81m x 1.47m max (12'06 x 4'10 max) - This space is fitted with a white base unit providing two cupboards and a dark countertop which has a monochrome tiled splashback and a stainless steel sink and drainer. Fitted with a radiator and a multi-spotlight bar, this area provides plumbing for a washing machine and also houses a Worcester gas boiler. Furthermore, the utility room has a small opaque window to the front aspect and a window to the side along with a partially glazed door to the carport.
Cloakroom - Beautifully presented, this handy cloakroom has fully tiled walls in a decorative stone-effect, and provides a modern suite comprising a dual flush w.c. and a vanity hand basin. Also located here is an opaque window to the side aspect and a rectangular wall light.
First Floor Landing - A turning staircase with a white-spindle balustrade ascends to the first floor landing, bathed in natural light from the full-height window on the midway landing space. Warmed by a radiator, this space has a square-shaped flush ceiling light, a recessed cupboard housing a hot water tank, and a ceiling hatch leading to a fully boarded loft space. Continuing with a neutral carpet from the staircase, the landing provides a series of white panel doors leading to each of the rooms on this level.
Bedroom One - 3.40m x 2.84m (11'02 x 9'04) - A light and airy double bedroom with a neutral interior and a set of French doors which open to a fabulous balcony enjoying views over the rear garden and the green field beyond. Warmed by a radiator, this carpeted room benefits from a substantial built-in wardrobe with white doors and is lit by a multi-pendant ceiling light plus a wall light.
Bedroom Two - 3.40m max x 2.87m max (11'02 max x 9'05 max) - This bedroom is well-presented with a neutral carpet and features a window to the side aspect plus a set of French doors to a balcony with treetop views over the village. A radiator and two matching wall lights are also located here.
Bedroom Three - 3.05m x 2.29m (10'0 x 7'06) - Benefiting from an en-suite, this further double bedroom has a large window to the rear aspect offering lovely rear garden views extending to the field beyond. Including a carpet, the neutral decor theme continues, and there is also a radiator plus two matching wall lights.
En-Suite Shower Room - Fitted with a neutral tiled floor, this light and airy en-suite benefits from an opaque glazed window to the side aspect and provides a dual flush w.c. plus a rectangular hand basin with a large splashback tile plus a mirror above. Occupying one wall, a shower cubicle is fitted with a Triton electric shower unit and is finished with a white tile surround. Also located here is a wall-mounted mirrored cabinet and a round flush ceiling light.
Bedroom Four - 3.73m x 2.34m (12'03 x 7'08) - With lovely views of neighbouring fields via a window to the side, this carpeted double bedroom follows the same neutral theme as the previous rooms and has a radiator to keep the room cosy. Further benefits include a circular ceiling light shade and a telephone/internet point.
Family Bathroom - Featuring double doors opening from the landing, the bathroom has a window to the side aspect with a partial opaque finish which provides plenty of natural light, further enhanced by the neutral stone-effect tiling on the walls and bath panel. A modern white sanitaryware suite comprises a pedestal hand basin and a dual flush w.c, and the coordinating bath is fitted with a waterfall effect chrome mixer tap which incorporates a showerhead attachment. Warmed by a chrome heated towel rail, this room also has a light tiled floor and a flush, square-shaped ceiling light.
Shower Room - Again, accessed via double doors, this space provides a modern rectangular hand basin with a stone-effect splashback tile plus a mirror above, and an enclosed shower cubicle with a Triton electric shower unit connected to a rainfall-effect shower fixture. The shower cubicle has a stone-effect tile surround which coordinates well with the tiled flooring. Also located here is an opaque glazed window to the front aspect, a wall-mounted towel rail, and glass shelving.
Rear Garden - Enjoying a south-east facing position, a generous fully enclosed rear garden extends to approximately 100ft and backs onto beautiful views across the neighbouring Quarr Abbey fields. A large gravel seating area offers a fabulous spot for summer barbecues and is surrounded by a retaining stone giving way to a set of steps and a sloped walkway leading to an elevated lawn area. Dotted with a range of trees, the spacious lawn has boundary hedging, trees, and fencing allowing for peaceful seclusion and there is a delightful fish pond, creating a lovely focal point and an appeal to local wildlife. Including a large greenhouse, the lawn has a paved pathway that meanders to the top of the garden passing a storage shed and leading to a fantastic garden cabin. Built locally to a high standard, the beautiful timber cabin has power and lighting and is divided into two sections measuring 11'0 x 10'07 and 11'0 x 6'0. Painted in a forest green shade, the cabin is insulated and features double glazed windows and doors.
Driveway And Carport - A sweeping driveway leading to a gravel parking area provides parking for multiple vehicles and leads to an enclosed carport to the side of the property. Offering a versatile space with access to the rear garden and utility room, the carport measures a generous 27'09 x 8'03 and has wooden double doors to the front plus a polycarbonate lean-to roof.
42 Fishbourne Lane offers a very desirable opportunity to acquire a substantial family home set in an extremely sought-after coastal village. An early viewing is highly recommended through the sole agent Susan Payne Property.
Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
Services: Mains water and drainage, gas central heating, electric.
