This four-bedroom property with an annexe provides flexible accommodation in a highly desirable location, near Ryde town centre and golden beaches.

This beautiful, detached house is located in one of the most sought after areas in the popular seaside town of Ryde and has been well-maintained and stylishly upgraded over the past fifteen years by the current owners. Boasting three double-sized bedrooms and a large contemporary shower room on the first floor, the property offers a spacious ground floor studio and an office annexe providing additional bedroom accommodation if required or a perfect opportunity to create a self-contained annexe with independent access already in place. Well-arranged living space comprises a spacious kitchen-breakfast room and a separate dining room, plus an ample living room with access to a patio terrace and the rear garden beyond. Featuring timber interiors complemented by a tasteful neutral colour palette, the accommodation also enjoys plenty of natural light internally which combines with the elegant coastal-style theme to create a chic, characterful ambience. Furthermore, there is a charming utility room complete with cloakroom facilities, and outside enjoys a secluded, beautifully established rear garden and a delightful garden to the front alongside a driveway providing off-road parking for two vehicles.

Situated within a historical location in Ryde, coastal walks along expansive golden beaches and to historical places of interest are located right on the doorstep of the property including the 'Ladies Walk' footpath that leads to the magnificent Quarr Abbey with its popular tea rooms providing a welcome stop offering a range of refreshments within a peaceful environment. Ryde's Union Street and High Street are conveniently located just a short walk away and supply plenty of local amenities including a selection of boutique shops, convenience stores, and a superb choice of eateries. This popular seaside town is home to a whole host of family entertainment and activities to enjoy such as ten pin bowling, fun-packed days at the seaside, an open-air swimming pool, traditional amusements and even a local cinema. With good local schools nearby such as the independent Ryde School, the location is perfect for easy access to high-speed foot passenger ferry services along the esplanade and a regular car ferry service from Fishbourne to Portsmouth is just 3.6 miles away.

Accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading to a living room and dining room, a kitchen-diner, and a utility room/cloakroom on the ground floor. Additionally, the kitchen-diner has access to the large two-room annexe currently used as a creative studio and office spanning one side of the property. Located on the first floor are three double-sized bedrooms and a spacious shower room.

Welcome To 14 Northwood Drive - Providing an approach to the property is a concrete driveway with mature boundary hedging which creates access to the side extension via a light duck-egg blue painted door. Featuring a range of trees such as hawthorn and witch hazel, a lawned front garden is surrounded by post and rail timber fencing which provides a gate opening to a pathway leading to the front entrance door, also finished in a duck-egg blue shade. Sheltered by a pergola graced with a climbing hydrangea, a wide paved area spans across the front of the property and leads to a side entrance gate.

Entrance Hall - 3.81m x 2.03m (12'06 x 6'08) - Upon entering through the front door, a beautiful entrance hall provides a welcoming space with its combination of white and warm-neutral décor and its characterful, exposed timber floorboards which continue to the living room and dining room. Ascending to the first-floor level is a turning wooden staircase painted in a pale mint green which provides a storage area beneath. Fitted with a ceiling light fitting, the entrance hall creates access to a cloak cupboard which continues to a utility room/cloakroom, and there are several olive-green painted glazed doors which allow for natural light to flow into this space and provide access to the living room, a dining room and a kitchen-diner.

Living Room - 5.66m x 3.61m max (18'07 x 11'10 max) - Boasting a dual aspect with a large window to the front aspect and a glazed door with glazed side panels to the rear patio, this naturally light living room enjoys a charming focal point comprising a regularly swept open fireplace with a chunky stone hearth and a white tile inset plus a coordinating wooden surround. This delightful room also includes a ceiling light fixture and is finished in white and olive green wall shades.

Dining Room/Bedroom Four - 3.61m x 3.45m (11'10 x 11'04) - Providing ample space as a family dining room or fourth bedroom, this room is flooded with natural light from a large window to the front aspect and is decorated with a white wall shade. The room is also lit by a multi ceiling spotlight.

Kitchen-Diner - 6.35m x 3.73m max (20'10 x 12'03 max) - Also providing plenty of space to accommodate dining furniture, this kitchen-diner has been finished with neutral interiors featuring mid-height tongue and groove walls around the dining area which has two ceiling light fixtures. With a smart tiled floor, this spacious room currently hosts a freestanding island unit and there is a fitted light green countertop which incorporates a 1.5 stainless steel sink and drainer beneath a window to the rear aspect. The fitted countertop also provides a range of cream storage cabinets and there is under-counter space with plumbing in place to install a dishwasher if required. A blue tiled splashback is situated around the cooking area which has a white-painted wooden shelf above and there are two ceiling light fittings as well as recessed spotlights in this area of the kitchen. Additionally, this room includes a gas-fired boiler, a glazed door to the rear garden, and a door which provides access to the annexe.

Annexe/Studio - 6.05m x 3.45m (19'10 x 11'04) - Currently utilised as a creative studio, this spacious room leads to an office to the front elevation of the house and together, provide a fantastic opportunity to transform into an annexe, perfect for a multi-generational household. With a concrete floor and neutral walls, this space is illuminated by two fluorescent strip ceiling lights as well as a multi-spotlight and there is a glazed door to the rear garden alongside a window. There is also a tap located on the wall.

Annexe/Office - 3.63m x 3.45m (11'11 x 11'04) - A set of multi-pane French doors from the studio create access to the office which is fitted with a red vinyl floor and has a white wall décor. With two obscure glazed windows to the front aspect fitted with efficient secondary glazing, this room also includes a wooden door to the driveway, a ceiling light fixture and an electrical consumer unit neatly housed within a wall-mounted cupboard.

Utility Room/Cloakroom - With a neutral tiled floor and crisp white walls, this practical space comprises a fitted oak countertop which incorporates drainer grooves by a fabulous butler sink with a pair of vintage-style chrome taps and a blue tiled splashback. Fitted with a ceiling light fixture, this room features windows to the rear and side aspect with a decorative pattern to provide privacy and there is a traditional style w.c as well as plumbing connections in place to install a washing machine.

First Floor Landing - A turning staircase with an ornate metal balustrade leads up to the first-floor landing which boasts natural exposed floorboards and continues the white wall décor from the entrance hall. Filled with natural light from windows to the front and rear aspect, this space offers a floor to ceiling airing cupboard which conceals the water tank and a ceiling hatch providing access to a large partially boarded loft. Currently set up as a library area, this spacious landing also provides the versatility to be utilised for other purposes such as an office or a snug.

Bedroom One - 3.66m x 3.63m max (12'00 x 11'11 max) - Superbly decorated with taupe and white painted walls complemented by exposed wooden floorboards, this room benefits from a large window to the front aspect and a ceiling light fixture.

Bedroom Two - 3.63m x 3.15m max (11'11 x 10'04 max) - Finished with light grey painted wooden floorboards, this room includes a large floor to ceiling built-in wardrobe and a white wall décor with a grey feature wall incorporating midway tongue and groove panelling. A window to the front aspect and a ceiling light fixture illuminate this room.

Bedroom Three - 3.61m x 3.18m (11'10 x 10'05 ) - Currently used as a dressing room, this double bedroom offers a window to the rear aspect and a pale mint green painted wooden floor and currently houses a shelf with a clothes rail beneath spanning the width of one wall. A large floor to ceiling built-in wardrobe provides space for storage plus this room is lit by a ceiling light fixture.

Shower Room - Featuring a charming light-grey painted wooden floor complemented by a white wall décor, this well-appointed shower room boasts a fabulous double-sized, walk-in shower cubicle with a duck-egg blue tile surround fitted with a 'Triton' shower unit. With two obscure glazed windows to the rear aspect, this shower room includes a white sanitaryware suite comprising a dual flush w.c and a pedestal hand basin with stylish chrome taps. Fitted with recessed spotlights, the room also benefits from a heated chrome towel rail and a traditional-style column radiator adding to the characterful charm.

Rear Garden - This delightful nature haven provides a tranquil setting to relax which has been carefully established by the current owners to encourage wildlife to the garden. The garden offers a concrete terrace which can be accessed from the living room and also holds potential for a conservatory if desired. Creating a fantastic position for al fresco dining, the terrace has a black-painted wooden pergola with wooden slats on one side providing additional privacy and dappled shade. A step down to the lawn area provides a stepping stone pathway through the grass and additional seating spots as well as a wide variety of shrubs, plants and trees. There is a range of outbuildings which could possibly remain (depending on the current owners onward property purchase) - these include a greenhouse and a wooden storage shed located within each corner of the garden. This west-facing garden enjoys sunshine for most of the afternoon and features a whole range of planting such as a smoke bush tree, perennials, ornamental grasses and Virginia creeper on the patio. An outside tap, an external light, and gated side access provide additional facilities to this peaceful rear garden.

Parking - A concrete driveway to the front of the property provides off-road parking for two vehicles.

14 Northwood Road is a must-see coastal style property with flexible accommodation offering a peaceful lifestyle, set in a quiet, yet convenient prime location. An early viewing is highly recommended with the sole agent Susan Payne Property.

Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
Services: Mains Water, Drainage, Gas Central Heating, Electricity

Agent Notes:
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