For Sale6 Bedroom Detached House in Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36£650,000

Occupying a large, elevated plot, this beautiful character home enjoys commanding views of the sea, Sandown Bay and further on towards Shanklin. The property benefits a brand-new roof completed in March 2024 and has been recently decorated throughout. The homes accommodation is extensive and was once used as a bed and breakfast, with its plethora of ground floor rooms and spacious bedrooms on the first floor. Original features are abundant, from its attractive solid wood front door, exposed beams and beautifully crafted stair balustrade. On entering this charming house via its large entrance porch, the captivating architectural details becomes immediately apparent. The large entrance hall leads of to a warren of rooms, with a substantial dual aspect sitting room enjoying sea views from its large bay window and attractive exposed beams and a fireplace. The spacious dining room again is dual aspect and provides a wonderful vantage point over the wrap around gardens as well as the sea, with access out to the garden from its lean-to side porch. The family kitchen retains an aga and original style wooden units, as well as a fitted dresser adding to the charm of this room. Leading from here is a breakfast room, overlooking the garden and an additional smaller room, which would serve perfectly as a home office. The rear lobby, also accessed from the kitchen has a large walk in pantry, utility area and a small bathroom with WC. Additionally on the ground floor is a large double bedroom with an adjacent bathroom. The first-floor accommodation boasts a spacious galleried landing leading to four bedrooms, three of which are spacious double bedrooms, all served by a family bathroom. Both bedrooms one and three enjoy the impressive outlook over Sandown Bay. Bedroom 1 is a large enough space to create an ensuite facility, should this be required. Any buyers seeking a home with charm and character features, as well as impressive views will not wish to overlook the opportunity to visit this delightful property. Yaverland sits to the North East of Sandown bay, and the landmark of Culver down provides an impressive backdrop to this home. From the property there is easy access to walk down to Yaverland Boating and Sailing club as well as Redcliff bay, a beautiful expanse of beach popular with dog walkers, due to its all year round access. The sandy shores of Sandown beach extend from here, a popular location for visitors and island residents alike in the summer months. The plot extends to 0.61 of an acre, with two driveways, one of which is adjacent to the road, the other is accessed via a private driveway at the side. There is potential, subject to planning permission, to further develop the site to create a large double garage or another dwelling dependent upon a buyers requirements. A favourable preliminary planning application has been approved by the local planners to create a chalet or bungalow within the grounds.