Situated within the desirable area of Shide within walking distance to the town centre, this unique three-bedroom detached bungalow occupies a corner plot and offers flexible accommodation, a wrap-around garden, plus two separate driveways and a garage.

Custom built in 1965 by the current family owners, this well-loved home is truly one of a kind and offers the new owners a wonderful modernisation opportunity to create their perfect home. Beautifully named after family members, Hilannie enjoys a well-arranged design with an entrance hall that continues through the heart of the home providing access to the accommodation. Benefitting from double glazed windows and gas central heating, the spacious layout features a large kitchen-breakfast room complete with a gas-fired Aga, three double-sized bedrooms, a family shower-room, and a sizeable living room leading through an open arch to a dining room; which provides the potential to be a fourth bedroom with an en-suite if required. Additionally, this property is situated on a spacious plot and includes a generous loft space which could both provide the opportunity to create additional accommodation (subject to gaining necessary planning consent). Outside offers a wrap-around garden with a combination of hardstanding and grass areas and there is a garage as well as two separate driveways, providing off-road parking for two vehicles.

Offering a convenient family lifestyle, Hilannie is perfectly placed on the outskirts of Newport town centre offering a wide range of amenities including a variety of shops, a cinema complex, restaurants and cafes. Multiple schools at primary and secondary level are within walking distance and the Southern Vectis bus station is located within the town centre providing an extensive network of bus routes across the island. The property is also well-connected to the surrounding countryside and enjoys easy access to the riverside Red Squirrel cycleway and a historic amble up to the magnificent Carisbrooke Castle. Other top family attractions in Newport include the multi-award-winning Monkey Haven and the spectacular Robin Hill Country Park, both extremely popular with residents and visitors alike. 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 spectacular coastline.

Mainland travel links are located just a 15-minute drive from the property including the Wightlink car ferry from Fishbourne to Portsmouth, the Red Funnel car ferry from East Cowes to Southampton, and the high-speed Red Jet foot passenger service from Cowes to Southampton.

Welcome To Hilannie - Positioned on the corner of Wykeham Road and Avondale Road, this attractive bungalow with classic diamond-designed leaded windows has a mid-rise stone boundary wall which gives way to a set of double metal gates opening to a hardstanding driveway edged with mature shrubs and pedestrian metal gate opening to the front garden which is mainly laid to lawn. Additionally, a further driveway is located in front of a garage to the rear elevation of the property which incorporates gated access to a sheltered store area leading to the rear garden. A concrete pathway leads to the front entrance porch and continues around the property to the enclosed wrap-around garden spaces.

Entrance Porch - Providing a great amount of space to remove coats and shoes, this spacious wood-framed entrance porch has floor to ceiling obscure glazing incorporating an entrance door. and a dark-stained laminate floor. With a light fitting on a upvc grooved ceiling, this space has a cream-painted wooden door to the entrance hall with a charming curved multi-pane window and a coordinating glazed panel to the side.

Entrance Hall - extending to 5.26m (extending to 17'03) - Upon entering from the porch, you are greeted by a spacious entrance hallway with a light green carpet and striped neutral wallpaper. Warmed by a radiator with a cover, this space is lit by two ceiling light fixtures as well as a wall light, and there is a built-in recessed cupboard providing deep storage space. Also located here is a telephone/internet point, a central heating thermostat, and a ceiling hatch providing access to a well-insulated and boarded loft space. A series of coordinating doors provide access to three bedrooms, a shower room, a kitchen-breakfast room, and a living room which continues to a dining room.

Kitchen-Breakfast Room - 3.94m x 3.51m (12'11 x 11'06) - Fitted with a neutral vinyl floor, this sizable kitchen provides space to arrange a dining set in the centre and there is a range of fitted wall and base cabinets in cream, providing a combination of cupboard and drawer storage. With grey splashback wall tiling, a neutral countertop incorporates a gas-fired Aga and a stainless steel sink and drainer beneath a window to the front aspect. A section of the worktop provides plumbing and space beneath for two appliances and there are a set of double glazed French doors which open to the enclosed garden. With light blue painted walls, this room also includes a fluorescent ceiling strip light and a former doorway to the dining room currently provides a hatch.

Living Room - 4.70m into bay x 4.50m (15'05 into bay x 14'09) - With a neutral carpet and coordinating wall decor, this generously proportioned living room enjoys natural light from a large box bay window to the rear aspect and an open archway creating a semi open-plan feel with the dining room. Fitted with a candle-style chandelier light shade suspended from a ceiling rose, this room has a feature fireplace with a coal-effect gas fire which houses a regularly serviced gas back boiler. The fireplace includes a dark wood surround with a chimney breast decorated with an elegant bird design wallpaper. Also located here is a radiator concealed by a cover and a range of wooden shelving.

Dining Room - 5.11m x 2.44m (16'09 x 8'0) - Through an open arch from the living room, this space was formerly a bedroom and cloakroom accessed via the kitchen. This room provides the potential to transform back into bedroom accommodation with existing underfloor plumbing in place to install an en-suite if desired. Continuing the neutral decor theme, this room benefits from triple aspect windows with a partially glazed door to the rear garden and a decorative stained glass transom window creating a charming feature. Warmed by a radiator, also located in this room are two ceiling light fixtures and a candle-style light shade.

Shower Room - Featuring two obscure glazed windows to the front aspect, this spacious shower room boasts a substantial clear glass double shower cubicle with a chrome showerhead fixture on a slider bar and integrated wall controls. With a marble-effect vinyl floor and fully tiled walls in a neutral shade, the room includes a traditional suite in white comprising a low-level w.c and a pedestal hand basin with chrome taps and a glass shelf as well as a shaver socket strip light above. Warmed by a radiator, this room also benefits from a ceiling light fitting and a wall recessed storage cabinet.

Bedroom One - 3.68m x 3.07m (12'01 x 10'01) - Featuring a large window to the rear aspect with a radiator beneath, this generous double bedroom benefits from a set of floor to ceiling recessed wardrobes and a neutral wall decor with a matching beige carpet. Also located here is a ceiling fan light controlled by a pull cord above the position of the bed.

Bedroom Two - 3.61m x 2.84m (11'10 x 9'04) - With a window to the front aspect, this second double bedroom has a beige carpet and a combination of cream and light blue shades on the walls. Warmed by a radiator, this room also includes a ceiling fan light with a pull cord control.

Bedroom Three - 3.20m x 3.10m (10'06 x 10'02) - Boasting dual aspect windows allowing for plenty of natural light, this double bedroom has a radiator to keep the space cosy and a ceiling light fixture controlled by a pull cord located above the position of the bed. The decor comprises a white wall decor with a contrasting light green carpet.

Garden - Providing plenty of outside space to get creative with, the wrap-around garden consists of a combination of two separate lush-green lawn areas with mature evergreen shrub planting which are divided by timber fencing. A large hardstanding section of garden to the side and rear of the property offers plenty of space for secluded al fresco dining and there are two timber sheds, with one benefitting from power. Fully enclosed, this terrace space features a range of well-established plants and trees including a fabulous acer tree, hydrangea, camellia and rose bushes. Additionally, the garden benefits from an outside tap and there is a full-height wooden door opening to a sheltered storage area which also provides convenient access to the garage and driveway.

Parking - A driveway accessed via Wykeham Road provides off-road parking for one vehicle, and a detached garage to the rear of the property comes complete with an additional driveway parking space, accessed via Avondale Road.

Hilannie presents an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to add their own personal touches and create their perfect home within a convenient position close to plenty of local amenities. An early viewing is highly recommended with the sole agent Susan Payne Property.

Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Gas central heating, electricity, mains water 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.