Situated within a highly sought-after area, this substantial five-bedroom home benefits from stunning period features and offers the potential to put your own stamp on this historical property.

Boasting a wealth of period charm, this beautiful home offers the new buyers the potential to create and design the accommodation to their own specifications. The rooms within the property are mostly carpeted with neutral décor and patterned wallpaper feature walls. Outside, the garden has the opportunity to be redesigned and landscaped to the new owners' specifications and benefits from a shed as well as access to the garage.

Positioned on an elevated corner plot providing rural views beyond the neighbouring houses, Wykeham is perfectly placed on the outskirts of Newport town centre within short walking distance to the wide range of High Street 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 High Street 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 plenty of rural walks including to the nearby Carisbrooke Castle. 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.

The accommodation comprises an entrance hall leading to three reception rooms, a ground floor cloakroom, and to the kitchen-breakfast room which provides access to the basement. The stairwell located in the entrance hall provides access to the first-floor landing which leads to five bedrooms, a cloakroom, and the family bathroom.

Welcome To Wykeham - Occupying a corner position, this beautiful red brick property presents a fantastic façade with bricked detailing plus a unique turret style tower on the corner of the building. A small low maintenance front garden frames the front of the property and a concrete path leads up to the open porch and to the front door.

Entrance Hall - Opening the large traditional style front door into this beautiful entrance hall which offers a door to the rear garden and access throughout the ground floor. Benefitting from a ceiling light, a wall light, and a radiator, this space offers the stairwell to the first floor and is decorated with period coving and deep skirting boards.

Dining Room - 5.31m max x 4.04m (17'5 max x 13'3) - Flooded with natural light from the bay window to the front aspect, this large versatile space offers a fireplace with a wooden mantle and a gas fire, a radiator, and the room is carpeted. The space is finished with a ceiling light, a picture rail, and a beautiful internal door. The Wightfibre internet connection point is located here.

Sitting Room - 6.32m max x 4.27m (20'9 max x 14'0) - Benefitting from a large bay window from the turret style tower, this space offers a window to the side aspect, two radiators, two ceiling lights, and a large fireplace containing an electric fire. The versatile space is finished with decorative wallpaper and a picture rail.

Kitchen-Breakfast Room - Finished with neutral glossy floor tiles, this large kitchen-breakfast room offers a series of wooden base and wall cabinets with a dark worktop integrating a sink and drainer, plus it provides undercounter space and plumbing for a dishwasher. Two windows to the side aspect fill the room with morning sunshine and there is ample storage space within the cabinets and from three built in cupboards (one containing the gas boiler). A beautiful feature within the space are the original service bells which can be found in their original position. There is access to a walk-in larder or storage cupboard, a door leading to the basement, and a door out to the rear garden. The space is lit by recessed ceiling lights and warmed by a radiator.

Basement Level - Accessed from the kitchen, this handy basement space is currently set up with three different spaces including a cloakroom, a utility room, and a workshop. The space has potential to be converted into additional accommodation if required by the new owners. The space exhibits flagstone flooring and benefits from power, lighting, and a window in each room. The electrical consumer unit can be accessed from here.

Ground Floor Cloakroom - Located on the ground floor, this handy cloakroom comprises a low-level w.c, a wall mounted hand basin, and offers a tiled wall and floor. The space is finished with two spotlights.

Snug - 4.06m x 3.81m max (13'4 x 12'6 max) - The third reception room on the ground floor provides a versatile space which can be utilised in a number of ways. A decorative picture rail can be found in here as well as traditional style French doors which lead out to the patio area in the rear garden. The space features the original bell lever and an old fireplace with a gas fire, plus it is warmed by a radiator and is lit by a ceiling light.

First Floor Landing - From the entrance hall is a wide, turning staircase with a decorative spindle balustrade which leads up to the spacious split-level landing. A stained-glass sash window and a decorative archway can be found in the landing space, and it is lit by two ceiling lights. Continuing the carpet, the space also provides a handy airing cupboard and provides access to the first floor.

Bedroom One - 6.30m max x 4.27m max (20'8 max x 14'0 max) - This generous sized double bedroom is filled with natural light from the windows in the turret which enjoy beautiful views over the rooftops towards St Georges Down. The space is lit by a ceiling light and presents a feature fireplace.

Bedroom Two - 4.47m x 3.45m max (14'8 x 11'4 max ) - This double bedroom benefits from a fireplace, a built-in cupboard in the chimney breast alcove, and a sash window to the side aspect. Warmed by a radiator, the space offers a ceiling light and ample space for bedroom furniture.

Bedroom Three - 4.27m max x 4.04m (14'0 max x 13'3) - Enjoying two windows to the front aspect, this double bedroom is lit by a ceiling light, warmed by a radiator, and features a delightful fireplace.

Bedroom Four - 4.09m x 3.84m (13'5 x 12'7) - Positioned to the rear of the property with views of the rear garden, this double bedroom offers two windows to the rear aspect, a ceiling light, a radiator to keep the room cosy, and a fireplace.

Bedroom Five - 3.20m x 2.77m max (10'6 x 9'1 max ) - Accessed via the split-level landing, this bedroom features a window to the side aspect with lovely views, a feature fireplace, and a built-in cupboard. The room offers access to the loft and is warmed by a radiator.

First Floor Cloakroom - Also accessed via the split-level landing, this handy cloakroom offers a low-level w.c, an obscure glazed sash window, and a ceiling light.

Family Bathroom - This spacious family bathroom offers a spa bath, a separate shower, and a pedestal hand basin. Two obscure glazed windows to the front aspect flood the space with natural light and the room is finished with a radiator, neutral wall tiling, a ceiling light, and tongue and groove panelling on the ceiling. The loft can also be accessed from here.

Garden - Fully enclosed by brick walls and timber fencing, this garden space offers the new owners the opportunity to get creative and to design their own outdoor garden space. Already featuring a patio, a pond, a workshop, and access to the garage, the space also features a side access on one side of the property.

Parking - The property offers a garage with parking for one car plus there is unrestricted on-road parking available on Cypress Road and surrounding roads.

Wykeham presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a five-bedroom family home with the potential to design to the new owners' own specifications. An early viewing with the sole agent, Susan Payne Property, is highly recommended.

Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: F
Services: Mains water and drainage, gas, electricity

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.