House For Sale £950,000
Commanding magnificent sea views in a truly idyllic location, Little Foxes presents an immaculate, generous family home featuring versatile accommodation, a well-established garden and a beautiful balcony.
Enjoying the remarkable microclimate on the Isle of Wight's sunny south coast, this superb detached property is situated along the highly desirable Old Park Road in an elevated position which offers exceptional sea views towards the English Channel. Bathed in an abundance of natural light throughout, it is evident that this remarkable home has been lovingly transformed and well-maintained over the years by the current owners who have happily lived at the property for twenty-two years.
Designed to offer 'upside-down' living, the first floor accommodation maximizes the fantastic sea views from a vast living space with an expanse of bifold doors providing a seamless connection with a decked balcony, offering the ultimate observation deck. The first floor sea views can also be enjoyed from two double bedrooms, one of which comes complete with a beautiful en-suite bathroom. Also occupying the first floor is a well-presented bathroom, a further double bedroom, and a contemporary kitchen which provides ample space to accommodate a dining set and a snug area - creating a versatile, functional space for both socialising and cooking. Providing a great solution for a multi-generational family seeking independent living arrangements, the ground floor accommodation is equally as special and comprises an additional double bedroom with sea views, a separate shower room, and a large utility room which could be utilised as a kitchen. Furthermore, the property comes complete with two driveways and an integral double garage plus a single garage on the adjacent side, offering further potential to expand the already spacious accommodation (subject to planning permission). Enjoying the southerly sunshine throughout the day, a beautifully established terraced garden is set against a stunning cliff backdrop and enjoys uninterrupted sea views.
Situated to the west of the Victorian seaside resort of Ventnor, the location of Little Foxes is hard to beat as St. Lawrence is arguably one of the prettiest areas on the Isle of Wight. Nestled below the Undercliff, between countryside and beautiful unspoilt coastlines, the property is just a short stroll from Woody Bay, Binnel Bay, and the village post office and general store. This home is also the perfect base from which to enjoy many breathtaking walks to stunning locations, including Steephill Cove, a charming fishing bay with a sandy beach, nestled between rocky cliffs and coves. Nearby Ventnor Botanical Gardens has over 23 acres of wide open spaces containing rare, subtropical plants and trees, due to the unique microclimate enjoyed on the south coast of the Isle of Wight. Ventnor has a golden beach with a delightful Victorian Promenade and provides a range of boutique shops, fine eateries and supermarkets. Newport, the County Town of the Isle of Wight, lies 10 miles away, providing High Street stores, a theatre, restaurants and a cinema complex. Additionally, the island's popular coastal town of Ryde is around 13 miles away to the Northwest with high-speed foot passenger travel to the mainland with direct train connections to London Waterloo which can be reached within two hours of leaving the Island. Car ferry services run from Yarmouth to Lymington, Fishbourne to Portsmouth and East Cowes to Southampton, throughout the day and night - all of which are located approximately half an hour's drive from Little Foxes.
Welcome To Little Foxes - Situated where Old Park Road divides into a one way system, Little Foxes resembles a modernist home with its 1970s cubic form and has two block paved driveways on either side of raised, curved plant bed flourishing with agapanthus. Leading to garages, each of the driveways provide an approach to the glazed UPVC entrance door with a full-height glazed side panel allowing for natural light to enter the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall - extending to 4.75m (extending to 15'07) - Welcoming you into the home, this spacious, immaculately presented entrance hall is dressed with beautiful wood flooring and a neutral wall theme which continues throughout the majority of the accommodation. Fitted with a radiator and several modern wall lights, this space has a series of matching wooden doors leading to a recessed cloak cupboard, a shower room, a bedroom, a utility room, and a storage lobby which provides access to the double garage. A beautifully crafted, turning timber staircase with a glass balustrade ascends to the first floor and provides an under-stair cupboard for additional storage.
Bedroom Four - 4.27m x 4.01m (14'0 x 13'02) - This generous, beautifully presented ground floor bedroom features a large window to the front aspect offering fabulous sea views and plenty of natural light. Warmed by a radiator, this bedroom has a neutral carpet and a pendant light fitting.
Shower Room - Continuing with the wood flooring from the entrance hall, this well-presented shower room has a fitted unit incorporating a low-level w.c and a hand basin with mosaic-style splashback tiling in shades of blue which also feature within an enclosed shower cubicle. The shower cubicle has a glazed door and features a fabulous shower unit with body massage jets. With a window to the front aspect, this room also includes a chrome heated towel rail and a ceiling light.
Utility Room - With a glazed door providing external access to the side, this large utility room is fitted with cream base and wall units which provide plenty of storage cupboards with long, curved handles. With mosaic-style splashback tiling on one side, a wood-effect countertop incorporates a round stainless steel sink and a washing machine plumbed in beneath. Benefitting from two full-height storage cupboards, this room also features a handy laundry chute from the first floor landing above. Also located here is a radiator and a flush square ceiling light.
First Floor Landing - This impressive U-shaped landing provides an accurate glimpse at the spacious proportions and immaculate decor found throughout the first floor level. Edged with a glass balustrade, the landing enjoys beautiful wood flooring which flows to the living room via a set of glazed wood-framed French doors, providing a sense of continuity. This space is well lit with natural light from two skylights and recessed spotlights plus a modern pendant light over the stairwell. A ceiling hatch with a ladder leads to a boarded loft space, and a handy airing cupboard with double doors houses an efficient hot water system. Furthermore, the landing features a laundry chute hatch which provides a convenient method of transferring clothes directly to the utility room on the ground floor.
Living Room - 9.91m max x 5.84m max (32'06 max x 19'02 max) - Offering an expanse of versatile space, this wonderful room is currently set up as a peaceful library area and a living space positioned by the bifold doors to make the most of the fantastic sea views. When fully opened to the balcony, the bifold doors provide a wonderful sense of merging the outside with the inside and allow for an abundance of natural light. Further enhancing the light, the room features a high, sloped ceiling fitted with suspended spotlights, and a series of windows in varying sizes to each side, and the rear. Warmed by three radiators, this impressive room also has a central heating thermostat and a glazed door to the side aspect opening to a raised patio area and the garden beyond.
Balcony - Providing a prime position to enjoy the English Channel views, the decked balcony has a black-painted metal balustrade and there is an ample amount of space to arrange outdoor furniture from which to relax and enjoy the coastal sunshine.
Kitchen-Diner - 6.10m x 4.22m (20'0 x 13'10) - Providing a spacious and versatile room, the kitchen can easily accommodate a family dining set in the centre and seamlessly joins with a snug area providing plenty of natural light from two Velux windows and a large window to the rear aspect. The kitchen area enjoys further natural light from a well-positioned skylight and is fitted with a range of stylish base and wall cabinets in a teal blue shade with a gloss finish. Illuminated by ambient cabinet lighting, the units provide ample storage space within a combination of cupboards and drawers, including a pull-out larder cupboard and deep pan drawers. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, an electric oven in an elevated position, and an induction hob with a stainless steel cooker hood. With a smart grey splashback, a neutral countertop incorporates a 1.5 stainless steel sink and drainer and allows for plenty of work surfaces. Fitted with three flush round ceiling lights and a radiator, the kitchen is finished with stone-effect flooring and includes an American-style fridge-freezer within the units. A set of French doors to the side provide external access and a wood door on the adjacent side opens to a handy boot room.
Boot Room - Continuing with the flooring from the kitchen, this handy space provides a connection with the garden via a glazed door and has a window to the rear aspect. A radiator and flush round light fitting are also located here.
Bedroom One - 4.47m x 4.37m (14'08 x 14'04) - Boasting a substantial set of mirrored wardrobes on one wall, this bedroom certainly provides ample space to accommodate clothing and enjoys glorious sea views from a window to the front aspect. Fitted with a neutral carpet, this bedroom also includes a pendant light fitting, a radiator, and a partially glazed door to a fabulous en-suite.
En-Suite Bathroom - Providing a touch of luxury, this spacious bathroom is fully equipped with a corner spa bath and a double-sized shower cubicle featuring a body jet shower unit and rainfall-effect fixture. This bathroom is finished with grey stone-effect flooring and fully tiled walls in white with a contrasting blue mosaic border. The suite comes complete with a vanity hand basin and a dual flush w.c.located beneath a window to the side aspect. Also located here are recessed spotlights and a large ladder-style heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two - 4.47m x 3.66m (14'08 x 12'0) - Again, boasting sea views from a window to the front aspect, this bedroom is another spacious double and benefits from full height built in cupboards. Warmed by a radiator, this bedroom is carpeted and has a pendant light fitting.
Bedroom Three - 4.37m x 3.25m (14'04 x 10'08) - This further double bedroom enjoys a dual aspect with a sea view from the window at the side. Fitted with a pendant light fitting, this carpeted room also benefits from a radiator to keep the room cosy.
Family Bathroom - With a window to the side aspect, this bathroom continues with the wooden flooring from the landing and provides a pedestal hand basin, a dual flush w.c. and a panel bath with a chrome mixer tap incorporating a shower fixture. Fitted with a ladder-style heated towel rail and recessed spotlights, the room has fully tiled walls in a mix of white and blue shades with a contrasting floral border.
Garden - Attracting the island's native red squirrels and an array of small wild birds, the delightful garden at Little Foxes is an absolute nature haven which has been well cared for over the years. Offering a fabulous mix of contrasting areas and terraced levels to the front, the garden features a raised paved seating terrace to the side of the property stepping down to a level lawn area beyond surrounded by a gravel pathway. There are deep plant beds featuring an abundance of well-established plants and trees such as peonies, clematis, roses, irises, day lilies, an olive tree and a palm tree. Producing a variety of fruit, the garden contains an apple tree, a pear tree, a cherry tree, blackcurrants, raspberries and rhubarb. A series of plant beds to one side with a shed has paved pathways leading through, passing mature raspberry shrubs and arriving at a greenhouse in the top corner of the garden. Adjacent to the greenhouse and partially enclosed with trellis fencing, there is a charming blue-painted wooden summer house where you can create a delightful seating spot on gravel or paved areas. With glorious sea views, the front of the garden arrives at the decked balcony, and to a couple of tiered levels which have been well-utilised for home-grown produce with several raised fruit and vegetable beds, and spring planting on the lower front edge. To the rear of the property, a pathway proceeds to the adjacent side of the house where there is a paved area housing a further storage shed, and a set of steps lead down to the rear door of the single garage as well the glazed door to the utility room.
Driveway And Garages - The property has a single garage and a double garage (measuring 18'11 x 17'01) which is currently used as a workshop and houses an oil-fired gas boiler. Benefitting from power and lighting, the large garage features a remote controlled electric powered door and can be conveniently accessed via the entrance hall of the home. The single garage also has a remote controlled electric door. Block paved driveways are situated in front of each garage providing off-road parking for three vehicles.
Little Foxes is a truly special, must-see property set in an idyllic location with outstanding coastal views and natural surroundings. An early viewing is highly recommended with the sole agent Susan Payne Property.
Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: F
Services: Mains water and private drainage, oil central heating, electricity.
Roof solar panels are owned outright by whoever owns the property and provide a hot water supply plus an income of approximately £800 per annum (20p per kWh)
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.
Enjoying the remarkable microclimate on the Isle of Wight's sunny south coast, this superb detached property is situated along the highly desirable Old Park Road in an elevated position which offers exceptional sea views towards the English Channel. Bathed in an abundance of natural light throughout, it is evident that this remarkable home has been lovingly transformed and well-maintained over the years by the current owners who have happily lived at the property for twenty-two years.
Designed to offer 'upside-down' living, the first floor accommodation maximizes the fantastic sea views from a vast living space with an expanse of bifold doors providing a seamless connection with a decked balcony, offering the ultimate observation deck. The first floor sea views can also be enjoyed from two double bedrooms, one of which comes complete with a beautiful en-suite bathroom. Also occupying the first floor is a well-presented bathroom, a further double bedroom, and a contemporary kitchen which provides ample space to accommodate a dining set and a snug area - creating a versatile, functional space for both socialising and cooking. Providing a great solution for a multi-generational family seeking independent living arrangements, the ground floor accommodation is equally as special and comprises an additional double bedroom with sea views, a separate shower room, and a large utility room which could be utilised as a kitchen. Furthermore, the property comes complete with two driveways and an integral double garage plus a single garage on the adjacent side, offering further potential to expand the already spacious accommodation (subject to planning permission). Enjoying the southerly sunshine throughout the day, a beautifully established terraced garden is set against a stunning cliff backdrop and enjoys uninterrupted sea views.
Situated to the west of the Victorian seaside resort of Ventnor, the location of Little Foxes is hard to beat as St. Lawrence is arguably one of the prettiest areas on the Isle of Wight. Nestled below the Undercliff, between countryside and beautiful unspoilt coastlines, the property is just a short stroll from Woody Bay, Binnel Bay, and the village post office and general store. This home is also the perfect base from which to enjoy many breathtaking walks to stunning locations, including Steephill Cove, a charming fishing bay with a sandy beach, nestled between rocky cliffs and coves. Nearby Ventnor Botanical Gardens has over 23 acres of wide open spaces containing rare, subtropical plants and trees, due to the unique microclimate enjoyed on the south coast of the Isle of Wight. Ventnor has a golden beach with a delightful Victorian Promenade and provides a range of boutique shops, fine eateries and supermarkets. Newport, the County Town of the Isle of Wight, lies 10 miles away, providing High Street stores, a theatre, restaurants and a cinema complex. Additionally, the island's popular coastal town of Ryde is around 13 miles away to the Northwest with high-speed foot passenger travel to the mainland with direct train connections to London Waterloo which can be reached within two hours of leaving the Island. Car ferry services run from Yarmouth to Lymington, Fishbourne to Portsmouth and East Cowes to Southampton, throughout the day and night - all of which are located approximately half an hour's drive from Little Foxes.
Welcome To Little Foxes - Situated where Old Park Road divides into a one way system, Little Foxes resembles a modernist home with its 1970s cubic form and has two block paved driveways on either side of raised, curved plant bed flourishing with agapanthus. Leading to garages, each of the driveways provide an approach to the glazed UPVC entrance door with a full-height glazed side panel allowing for natural light to enter the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall - extending to 4.75m (extending to 15'07) - Welcoming you into the home, this spacious, immaculately presented entrance hall is dressed with beautiful wood flooring and a neutral wall theme which continues throughout the majority of the accommodation. Fitted with a radiator and several modern wall lights, this space has a series of matching wooden doors leading to a recessed cloak cupboard, a shower room, a bedroom, a utility room, and a storage lobby which provides access to the double garage. A beautifully crafted, turning timber staircase with a glass balustrade ascends to the first floor and provides an under-stair cupboard for additional storage.
Bedroom Four - 4.27m x 4.01m (14'0 x 13'02) - This generous, beautifully presented ground floor bedroom features a large window to the front aspect offering fabulous sea views and plenty of natural light. Warmed by a radiator, this bedroom has a neutral carpet and a pendant light fitting.
Shower Room - Continuing with the wood flooring from the entrance hall, this well-presented shower room has a fitted unit incorporating a low-level w.c and a hand basin with mosaic-style splashback tiling in shades of blue which also feature within an enclosed shower cubicle. The shower cubicle has a glazed door and features a fabulous shower unit with body massage jets. With a window to the front aspect, this room also includes a chrome heated towel rail and a ceiling light.
Utility Room - With a glazed door providing external access to the side, this large utility room is fitted with cream base and wall units which provide plenty of storage cupboards with long, curved handles. With mosaic-style splashback tiling on one side, a wood-effect countertop incorporates a round stainless steel sink and a washing machine plumbed in beneath. Benefitting from two full-height storage cupboards, this room also features a handy laundry chute from the first floor landing above. Also located here is a radiator and a flush square ceiling light.
First Floor Landing - This impressive U-shaped landing provides an accurate glimpse at the spacious proportions and immaculate decor found throughout the first floor level. Edged with a glass balustrade, the landing enjoys beautiful wood flooring which flows to the living room via a set of glazed wood-framed French doors, providing a sense of continuity. This space is well lit with natural light from two skylights and recessed spotlights plus a modern pendant light over the stairwell. A ceiling hatch with a ladder leads to a boarded loft space, and a handy airing cupboard with double doors houses an efficient hot water system. Furthermore, the landing features a laundry chute hatch which provides a convenient method of transferring clothes directly to the utility room on the ground floor.
Living Room - 9.91m max x 5.84m max (32'06 max x 19'02 max) - Offering an expanse of versatile space, this wonderful room is currently set up as a peaceful library area and a living space positioned by the bifold doors to make the most of the fantastic sea views. When fully opened to the balcony, the bifold doors provide a wonderful sense of merging the outside with the inside and allow for an abundance of natural light. Further enhancing the light, the room features a high, sloped ceiling fitted with suspended spotlights, and a series of windows in varying sizes to each side, and the rear. Warmed by three radiators, this impressive room also has a central heating thermostat and a glazed door to the side aspect opening to a raised patio area and the garden beyond.
Balcony - Providing a prime position to enjoy the English Channel views, the decked balcony has a black-painted metal balustrade and there is an ample amount of space to arrange outdoor furniture from which to relax and enjoy the coastal sunshine.
Kitchen-Diner - 6.10m x 4.22m (20'0 x 13'10) - Providing a spacious and versatile room, the kitchen can easily accommodate a family dining set in the centre and seamlessly joins with a snug area providing plenty of natural light from two Velux windows and a large window to the rear aspect. The kitchen area enjoys further natural light from a well-positioned skylight and is fitted with a range of stylish base and wall cabinets in a teal blue shade with a gloss finish. Illuminated by ambient cabinet lighting, the units provide ample storage space within a combination of cupboards and drawers, including a pull-out larder cupboard and deep pan drawers. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, an electric oven in an elevated position, and an induction hob with a stainless steel cooker hood. With a smart grey splashback, a neutral countertop incorporates a 1.5 stainless steel sink and drainer and allows for plenty of work surfaces. Fitted with three flush round ceiling lights and a radiator, the kitchen is finished with stone-effect flooring and includes an American-style fridge-freezer within the units. A set of French doors to the side provide external access and a wood door on the adjacent side opens to a handy boot room.
Boot Room - Continuing with the flooring from the kitchen, this handy space provides a connection with the garden via a glazed door and has a window to the rear aspect. A radiator and flush round light fitting are also located here.
Bedroom One - 4.47m x 4.37m (14'08 x 14'04) - Boasting a substantial set of mirrored wardrobes on one wall, this bedroom certainly provides ample space to accommodate clothing and enjoys glorious sea views from a window to the front aspect. Fitted with a neutral carpet, this bedroom also includes a pendant light fitting, a radiator, and a partially glazed door to a fabulous en-suite.
En-Suite Bathroom - Providing a touch of luxury, this spacious bathroom is fully equipped with a corner spa bath and a double-sized shower cubicle featuring a body jet shower unit and rainfall-effect fixture. This bathroom is finished with grey stone-effect flooring and fully tiled walls in white with a contrasting blue mosaic border. The suite comes complete with a vanity hand basin and a dual flush w.c.located beneath a window to the side aspect. Also located here are recessed spotlights and a large ladder-style heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two - 4.47m x 3.66m (14'08 x 12'0) - Again, boasting sea views from a window to the front aspect, this bedroom is another spacious double and benefits from full height built in cupboards. Warmed by a radiator, this bedroom is carpeted and has a pendant light fitting.
Bedroom Three - 4.37m x 3.25m (14'04 x 10'08) - This further double bedroom enjoys a dual aspect with a sea view from the window at the side. Fitted with a pendant light fitting, this carpeted room also benefits from a radiator to keep the room cosy.
Family Bathroom - With a window to the side aspect, this bathroom continues with the wooden flooring from the landing and provides a pedestal hand basin, a dual flush w.c. and a panel bath with a chrome mixer tap incorporating a shower fixture. Fitted with a ladder-style heated towel rail and recessed spotlights, the room has fully tiled walls in a mix of white and blue shades with a contrasting floral border.
Garden - Attracting the island's native red squirrels and an array of small wild birds, the delightful garden at Little Foxes is an absolute nature haven which has been well cared for over the years. Offering a fabulous mix of contrasting areas and terraced levels to the front, the garden features a raised paved seating terrace to the side of the property stepping down to a level lawn area beyond surrounded by a gravel pathway. There are deep plant beds featuring an abundance of well-established plants and trees such as peonies, clematis, roses, irises, day lilies, an olive tree and a palm tree. Producing a variety of fruit, the garden contains an apple tree, a pear tree, a cherry tree, blackcurrants, raspberries and rhubarb. A series of plant beds to one side with a shed has paved pathways leading through, passing mature raspberry shrubs and arriving at a greenhouse in the top corner of the garden. Adjacent to the greenhouse and partially enclosed with trellis fencing, there is a charming blue-painted wooden summer house where you can create a delightful seating spot on gravel or paved areas. With glorious sea views, the front of the garden arrives at the decked balcony, and to a couple of tiered levels which have been well-utilised for home-grown produce with several raised fruit and vegetable beds, and spring planting on the lower front edge. To the rear of the property, a pathway proceeds to the adjacent side of the house where there is a paved area housing a further storage shed, and a set of steps lead down to the rear door of the single garage as well the glazed door to the utility room.
Driveway And Garages - The property has a single garage and a double garage (measuring 18'11 x 17'01) which is currently used as a workshop and houses an oil-fired gas boiler. Benefitting from power and lighting, the large garage features a remote controlled electric powered door and can be conveniently accessed via the entrance hall of the home. The single garage also has a remote controlled electric door. Block paved driveways are situated in front of each garage providing off-road parking for three vehicles.
Little Foxes is a truly special, must-see property set in an idyllic location with outstanding coastal views and natural surroundings. An early viewing is highly recommended with the sole agent Susan Payne Property.
Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: F
Services: Mains water and private drainage, oil central heating, electricity.
Roof solar panels are owned outright by whoever owns the property and provide a hot water supply plus an income of approximately £800 per annum (20p per kWh)
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.
