For Sale4 Bedroom Detached House in Chale, Isle of Wight, PO38£435,000

This is a delightful, four-bedroom character property in the picturesque hamlet of Chale on the largely unspoilt south coast of the island that dates back to the 1500’s. Set within a generous plot, this grade two listed property is arranged over three floors and boasts private vehicular access with ample parking, beautiful, island stone construction and period features throughout. Entrance to the ground floor is via the original front door and into a good-sized sitting room, with a stunning, original, inglenook fireplace complete with original, bread oven. Additionally on this floor is a separate dining room that also boasts original fireplace and oven, as well as a large kitchen, built in the 1800’s, that still has its original flagstone floors. To the first floor is a spacious family bathroom with separate bath and shower, as well as two double bedrooms, which both have original floorboards and boast views over the countryside and the sea beyond. On the second floor are a further two double bedrooms which also benefit from impressive rural views. Outside is a large, wrap around garden with mature plants and trees, bordered by beautiful countryside and farmland. This Elizabethan property is steeped in history and is believed to have been built by wealthy locals with connections to the infamous smuggling trade and has links to the nearby Abbey, with a rumoured ‘Priest hole’ hidden somewhere inside. This property emanates charm throughout and is bursting with potential to make it a truly spectacular family home.