House For Sale £435,000
Presented to a high standard throughout, this attractive and substantial three/four bedroom home boasts spacious accommodation, including a superbly designed rear garden as well as private parking for two vehicles.
Originally constructed in 1930 and beautifully updated by the current owners of over 30 years, Fairholme offers spacious, versatile accommodation with a flexible layout to suit a new owners requirements. Chic neutral décor runs throughout, perfectly complementing the period character and charm of the home to create a light, bright and welcoming ambience.
Located in an enviable position, Fairholme is well-connected to the surrounding countryside and enjoys easy access to an abundence of rural walks, bridleways and trails. The position, on the outskirts of Newport town centre, is extremely convenient, just a short walk to a wide range of shops and amenities. Multiple schools at primary and secondary level are close by, and the Southern Vectis bus station is located within the town centre providing an extensive network of bus routes across the Island. Being centrally located means you are never far from all the wonderful delights that the Island has to offer, including the beautiful West Wight with its unspoilt beaches and rugged coastline. Regular car ferry travel links from Fishbourne to Portsmouth and East Cowes to Southampton are both within a 20-minute drive from the property, and the Cowes to Southampton catamaran foot passenger service is located only 6.2 miles away.
Accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, shower room, lobby and a useful study/bedroom on the ground floor, with three double bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor.
Welcome To Fairholme - From leafy Watergate Road, a hardstanding provides parking, set beneath a brick retaining wall which complements the brick façade of the house. Steps lead up through a lawn to the characterful arch-topped storm porch, typical of 1930s architecture. An original door is presented in period green, and opens to the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall - extending to 3.76m (extending to 12'4") - The entrance hall is presented in a lovely neutral floral wallpaper over a plush carpet, and benefits from a pendant light, radiator and a door which gives access to a useful understairs cupboard, which comes complete with a light and a window to the side aspect. Stairs ascend to the first floor, and fabulous period panel doors lead to the lounge, dining room and to the kitchen.
Lounge - 4.46m into bay x 3.89m (14'7" into bay x 12'9") - Light and bright, the spacious lounge has a fabulous large bay window, filling the room with light and providing a lovely view to the front aspect. The room has a picture rail, elegant décor and a plush neutral carpet, a central chandelier and a radiator, and is arranged around a tiled open fire with a decorative surround.
Dining Room - 3.95m x 3.34m (12'11" x 10'11") - Another good size reception room, the dining room has large French doors which connect to the terrace to create a fantastic inside/outside dynamic. There is a picture rail, soft décor and a neutral carpet, a central chandelier and a radiator.
Kitchen - 3.05m x 2.70m (10'0" x 8'10") - The contemporary kitchen is a wonderful mix of base and wall cabinets, presented in glossy cream and complemented by solid wood worktops, stone tiled splashbacks and a natural wood-laminate floor. A stainless steel sink and drainer has a swan neck mixer tap and instant boil tap, and is set beneath a window to the side aspect. The kitchen has a spotlight bar and under-cabinet lighting, and integrated appliances include an electric oven and grill, induction hob with extractor hood over, a fridge/freezer and dishwasher, plus space for a washing machine, and the kitchen is also home to the recently updated Glow Worm combination boiler. A door leads to the rear hall.
Hall And Lobby - 4.10m x 1.96m max (13'5" x 6'5" max) - From the kitchen, a tiled hallway leads to the ground floor shower room and on to the useful lobby, which has a fitted worktop, vinyl tile flooring, a door to the garden and a door to the study.
Shower Room - 1.94m x 1.75m (6'4" x 5'8") - Fully tiled in neutral stone shades, the ground floor shower room has a calming ambience, and comes complete with a window to the side aspect with patterned glass for privacy, and a low-level light. There is a large corner-shower, a contemporary pedestal basin with a mixer tap and illuminated mirror over and a matching dual-flush low-level WC.
Study/Bedroom Four - Currently in use as a fantastic home office area, but could equally be utilised as a ground-floor bedroom, the study has neutral floral décor and a plush grey carpet, and is filled with light from a large window which looks over the rear garden. The space also benefits from built-in storage, spotlights and a radiator.
First Floor Landing - A characterful turning staircase leads up to the first-floor gallery landing, which has a fresh white balustrade, pendant light and a window to the side aspect. There is a hatch to the loft, and doors to bedrooms one, two and three and to the family bathroom.
Bedroom One - 3.98m into bay x 3.87m (13'0" into bay x 12'8") - The primary bedroom is spacious and light, with a large bay window with far-reaching views to the front aspect. The walls feature an elegant floral wallpaper which is complemented by a soft neutral carpet, and there is also a pendant light and a radiator.
Bedroom Two - 3.95m x 3.33m (12'11" x 10'11") - Contemporary grey décor and carpet combine in the second bedroom, which has a large window overlooking the rear garden, a pendant light with additional recessed spotlights and a radiator.
Bedroom Three - 3.06m x 2.73m (10'0" x 8'11") - Currently configured as a luxurious dressing room, the third bedroom is well proportioned, with fresh pale grey décor, a soft grey carpet, a pendant light, radiator and a window looking over the rear garden.
Family Bathroom - 2.19m x 1.92m (7'2" x 6'3") - The family bathroom is fully tiled, with grey wall tiles and dark floor tiles, and a large window to the side aspect which has patterned glass for privacy. The white suite comprises a full-size bath with a mixer shower tap, pedestal basin with a mirror over, and a matching low-level WC. The bathroom also benefits from spotlights and a radiator.
Outside - To the front, the parking is at street level, with brick walls and decorative wrought iron detailing and steps which lead up to the front garden level. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn, with decorative shrubs, climbing roses and a pathway, and is enclosed with high quality fencing to one side and a mature hedge to the other. A secure gate connects to the rear garden. To the rear, a composite decked terrace creates a delightful outside seating/dining area, with well-established tall planting creating an extremely private, sunny space. A raised pond has a waterfall feature and adds further character, and steps lead up to an expansive lawn. A path runs alongside the lawn, all the way up to the chalet and on to an additional section of garden, which is extremely private, enclosed by mature hedges and home to a number of fruit trees and a potting shed.
Chalet - 6.02m x 4.23m (19'9" x 13'10") - A fabulous addition, the chalet is full of character and provides wonderful additional space. A covered, decked veranda is decorated with well-established planting and creates a charming entrance, with a UPVC door leading into the chalet. The chalet is insulated and currently set up as a workshop and store, but offers potential to be configured to suit a new owners needs.
Fairholme offers a rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful period home, well maintained and tastefully updated by the current owners, and set in an extremely desirable location. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.
Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage
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.
Originally constructed in 1930 and beautifully updated by the current owners of over 30 years, Fairholme offers spacious, versatile accommodation with a flexible layout to suit a new owners requirements. Chic neutral décor runs throughout, perfectly complementing the period character and charm of the home to create a light, bright and welcoming ambience.
Located in an enviable position, Fairholme is well-connected to the surrounding countryside and enjoys easy access to an abundence of rural walks, bridleways and trails. The position, on the outskirts of Newport town centre, is extremely convenient, just a short walk to a wide range of shops and amenities. Multiple schools at primary and secondary level are close by, and the Southern Vectis bus station is located within the town centre providing an extensive network of bus routes across the Island. Being centrally located means you are never far from all the wonderful delights that the Island has to offer, including the beautiful West Wight with its unspoilt beaches and rugged coastline. Regular car ferry travel links from Fishbourne to Portsmouth and East Cowes to Southampton are both within a 20-minute drive from the property, and the Cowes to Southampton catamaran foot passenger service is located only 6.2 miles away.
Accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, shower room, lobby and a useful study/bedroom on the ground floor, with three double bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor.
Welcome To Fairholme - From leafy Watergate Road, a hardstanding provides parking, set beneath a brick retaining wall which complements the brick façade of the house. Steps lead up through a lawn to the characterful arch-topped storm porch, typical of 1930s architecture. An original door is presented in period green, and opens to the entrance hall.
Entrance Hall - extending to 3.76m (extending to 12'4") - The entrance hall is presented in a lovely neutral floral wallpaper over a plush carpet, and benefits from a pendant light, radiator and a door which gives access to a useful understairs cupboard, which comes complete with a light and a window to the side aspect. Stairs ascend to the first floor, and fabulous period panel doors lead to the lounge, dining room and to the kitchen.
Lounge - 4.46m into bay x 3.89m (14'7" into bay x 12'9") - Light and bright, the spacious lounge has a fabulous large bay window, filling the room with light and providing a lovely view to the front aspect. The room has a picture rail, elegant décor and a plush neutral carpet, a central chandelier and a radiator, and is arranged around a tiled open fire with a decorative surround.
Dining Room - 3.95m x 3.34m (12'11" x 10'11") - Another good size reception room, the dining room has large French doors which connect to the terrace to create a fantastic inside/outside dynamic. There is a picture rail, soft décor and a neutral carpet, a central chandelier and a radiator.
Kitchen - 3.05m x 2.70m (10'0" x 8'10") - The contemporary kitchen is a wonderful mix of base and wall cabinets, presented in glossy cream and complemented by solid wood worktops, stone tiled splashbacks and a natural wood-laminate floor. A stainless steel sink and drainer has a swan neck mixer tap and instant boil tap, and is set beneath a window to the side aspect. The kitchen has a spotlight bar and under-cabinet lighting, and integrated appliances include an electric oven and grill, induction hob with extractor hood over, a fridge/freezer and dishwasher, plus space for a washing machine, and the kitchen is also home to the recently updated Glow Worm combination boiler. A door leads to the rear hall.
Hall And Lobby - 4.10m x 1.96m max (13'5" x 6'5" max) - From the kitchen, a tiled hallway leads to the ground floor shower room and on to the useful lobby, which has a fitted worktop, vinyl tile flooring, a door to the garden and a door to the study.
Shower Room - 1.94m x 1.75m (6'4" x 5'8") - Fully tiled in neutral stone shades, the ground floor shower room has a calming ambience, and comes complete with a window to the side aspect with patterned glass for privacy, and a low-level light. There is a large corner-shower, a contemporary pedestal basin with a mixer tap and illuminated mirror over and a matching dual-flush low-level WC.
Study/Bedroom Four - Currently in use as a fantastic home office area, but could equally be utilised as a ground-floor bedroom, the study has neutral floral décor and a plush grey carpet, and is filled with light from a large window which looks over the rear garden. The space also benefits from built-in storage, spotlights and a radiator.
First Floor Landing - A characterful turning staircase leads up to the first-floor gallery landing, which has a fresh white balustrade, pendant light and a window to the side aspect. There is a hatch to the loft, and doors to bedrooms one, two and three and to the family bathroom.
Bedroom One - 3.98m into bay x 3.87m (13'0" into bay x 12'8") - The primary bedroom is spacious and light, with a large bay window with far-reaching views to the front aspect. The walls feature an elegant floral wallpaper which is complemented by a soft neutral carpet, and there is also a pendant light and a radiator.
Bedroom Two - 3.95m x 3.33m (12'11" x 10'11") - Contemporary grey décor and carpet combine in the second bedroom, which has a large window overlooking the rear garden, a pendant light with additional recessed spotlights and a radiator.
Bedroom Three - 3.06m x 2.73m (10'0" x 8'11") - Currently configured as a luxurious dressing room, the third bedroom is well proportioned, with fresh pale grey décor, a soft grey carpet, a pendant light, radiator and a window looking over the rear garden.
Family Bathroom - 2.19m x 1.92m (7'2" x 6'3") - The family bathroom is fully tiled, with grey wall tiles and dark floor tiles, and a large window to the side aspect which has patterned glass for privacy. The white suite comprises a full-size bath with a mixer shower tap, pedestal basin with a mirror over, and a matching low-level WC. The bathroom also benefits from spotlights and a radiator.
Outside - To the front, the parking is at street level, with brick walls and decorative wrought iron detailing and steps which lead up to the front garden level. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn, with decorative shrubs, climbing roses and a pathway, and is enclosed with high quality fencing to one side and a mature hedge to the other. A secure gate connects to the rear garden. To the rear, a composite decked terrace creates a delightful outside seating/dining area, with well-established tall planting creating an extremely private, sunny space. A raised pond has a waterfall feature and adds further character, and steps lead up to an expansive lawn. A path runs alongside the lawn, all the way up to the chalet and on to an additional section of garden, which is extremely private, enclosed by mature hedges and home to a number of fruit trees and a potting shed.
Chalet - 6.02m x 4.23m (19'9" x 13'10") - A fabulous addition, the chalet is full of character and provides wonderful additional space. A covered, decked veranda is decorated with well-established planting and creates a charming entrance, with a UPVC door leading into the chalet. The chalet is insulated and currently set up as a workshop and store, but offers potential to be configured to suit a new owners needs.
Fairholme offers a rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful period home, well maintained and tastefully updated by the current owners, and set in an extremely desirable location. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.
Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage
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.
