Nestled within approximately two acres, this luxurious timber-built home was completed to a high standard in 2019 and offers an idyllic lifestyle in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Set within the tranquil woodland setting of Cranmore, Saanen resembles a characterful Scandinavian style timber lodge which has been built to an exceptional standard offering a spacious and inviting single storey home. Presenting minimalistic finishes, the interiors offer a blend of solid pine flooring and soft hues to create a warm and cosy feel, whilst the magnificent high ceilings feature exposed steel beams creating a striking contrast and custom-made driftwood light fittings adding a touch of decorative natural beauty. Featuring plenty of well-placed double glazing which bathes the home in natural light, the property has been beautifully designed to offer a south-facing open plan living environment complete with a characterful kitchen alongside a dining area - creating a fantastic sociable space for entertaining. For extra convenience, there is a utility room to provide a separate space for laundry related tasks, and a spacious principal en-suite shower room in addition to a beautiful vintage-style family bathroom. Each of the two bedrooms provide a spacious double size with French doors offering an easy connection to the great outdoors and scenes of diverse wildlife to wake up to every morning.

Perfect for keen gardeners and those who enjoy being surrounded by nature, Saneen occupies a generous plot measuring approximately two acres with extensive green spaces, a vegetable garden, and a range of useful outbuildings including a large storage shed with granted planning permission for a larger building, a creative studio, and part of the original cottage which is currently used as a workshop and also provides fantastic potential to be transformed into guest accommodation, if desired (subject to planning permission).

Located northwest of the Isle of Wight, the exclusive hamlet of Cranmore is nestled within rich woodland surroundings enjoying peace and tranquillity with the conveniences of Shalfleet located about a five-minute drive away which has a well-stocked shop supplying local produce and household essentials, a pretty church and a popular village pub which has a reputation for great food. Additionally, the seaside town of Yarmouth is located just a ten-minute drive away which provides the Wightlink car ferry service to Lymington, the Yarmouth Sailing Club, and Royal Solent Yacht Club, plus a great range of local shops, highly regarded eateries, as well as the Southern Vectis bus station. Furthermore, the island's county town of Newport is just a twenty-minute drive from the property offering plenty of conveniences with its popular High Street, a range of supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, and a cinema. Being perfectly positioned within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a network of scenic rural and coastal footpaths are on the doorstep including the Hamstead nature reserve recognised for its unspoilt beach and natural beauty. Furthermore, the picturesque Shalfleet Quay is situated just three miles away which dates back to medieval times and overlooks the beautiful Newtown Nature Reserve owned by the National Trust with wooden walkways leading out to isolated bird observatories on the water.

Welcome To Saaneen - Peacefully positioned along a private woodland lane, Saanen is secluded by mature trees and hedging which incorporates an enchanting wooden entrance gate and spacious driveways on either side of the plot with picket fencing. From the driveway on the far left-hand side, a winding gravel pathway meanders through the woodland setting to this beautiful timber-built home with wrap-around decking leading to a charming duck-egg blue entrance door to the hallway. From the adjacent driveway, there is access to the creative studio and a wooden gate opening to the grounds, providing a gravel pathway to the outbuildings and the south-facing side of the home with a sheltered glazed entrance opening to the living space.

Entrance Hall - 3.10m x 2.57m (10'02 x 8'05) - Upon stepping into the entrance hall, you are greeted by a beautifully presented space with its magnificent high ceilings, fresh white walls, and solid pine flooring; all of which flow throughout the home to provide stylish continuity. Two grey-washed wooden doors open to bedroom two and the bathroom, whilst a wide opening creates a seamless transition into the kitchen and living spaces beyond.

Bedroom Two - 4.34m x 3.76m (14'03 x 12'04) - This peaceful double bedroom enjoys plenty of natural light from a window to the front and a set of French doors to the outside decking, offering delightful scenes of regularly visiting wildlife in the adjacent trees.

Family Bathroom - Offering a luxurious heritage-style theme, this inviting bathroom features a fabulous freestanding claw foot bath and a matching sanitaryware suite including a pedestal hand basin plus a low-level w.c. Featuring industrial-style wall lights and a window to the front, the room is beautifully finished with dado-height wall panelling painted in a stylish teal-green shade.

Kitchen-Dining Area - 4.93m x 4.11m (16'02 x 13'06) - With the perfect space to position a dining set by the south-facing French doors, this area provides an open plan layout with the adjacent lounge area and is fitted with a range of fitted grey cabinetry topped with a solid wood countertop. With stone-effect splashback tiling, the countertop incorporates a 1.5 stainless steel sink and drainer, and provides space with plumbing beneath for a dishwasher. A Bush range cooker is nestled amongst the units and is located beneath a stainless steel cooker hood providing an extractor fan and lighting. Furthermore, a freestanding wooden kitchen island coordinates perfectly with the space and provides an extra worktop area plus storage beneath.

Lounge Area - Continuing into the lounge, this spacious, welcoming room is an absolute delight with fabulous views of the surrounding grounds via a window to the side and dual aspect French doors which open to the outside decking. This room features a fabulous multi-fuel stove perched on an elevated stone hearth, providing plenty of cosy warmth for the entire home, thanks to the open plan layout and highly efficient insulation of the property. A television aerial connection and telephone/internet point are also located here.

Utility Room - Accessed via an open doorway adjacent to the kitchen area, this discreet space is fitted with grey base and wall cabinets, perfectly coordinating with the kitchen. With a stone-effect tile splashback, a wooden countertop provides space and plumbing connections beneath for two laundry appliances. The utility room also includes downlights and a recessed cupboard which houses an electrical consumer unit.

Principal Bedroom - 6.45m max x 4.50m max (21'02 max x 14'09 max) - Passing the kitchen and utility room, a grey-washed wooden door opens to this generously proportioned bedroom which has been well-designed to accommodate plenty of furniture and boasts a large en-suite shower room. Timber ceiling beams form a mezzanine space which could be utlised for storage in addition to a loft area which is accessed via a ladder and houses an air source heat pump for the hot water supply. Natural light fills this bedroom from dual aspect windows and a set of French doors opening to the rear outside decking.

En-Suite Shower Room - This spacious en-suite features a generous walk-in shower with stone-effect tile surround and a heritage-style suite including a low-level w.c. and a pedestal hand basin, again with stone effect splashback tiling. A window to the front as well as a full-length window to the side provide plenty of natural light complemented by stylish industrial wall lights.

Outside - Offering a dream setting for those who enjoy being amongst nature, outside is an absolute haven for wildlife with over 50 species of wild birds spotted and regular visits from the Island's native red squirrels. A section at the top has even been designated as a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) by Natural England due to a rare species of moth. Creating a fantastic sense of seclusion and tranquillity, the extensive, well-maintained green grounds are surrounded by mature hedging and a variety of trees including White Willow and Black Thorn. Smart gravel spaces near the property form peaceful seating areas, driveways, and pathways to a range of outbuildings as well as the home via a charming wooden pergola woven with planting. A vegetable garden with raised beds can be found tucked away by the original cottage, offering a wonderful opportunity to grow plenty of homegrown produce.

The Outbuildings - A range of outbuildings comprise of a large storage shed (25'10 x 10'04) with granted planning permission to be replaced with a larger building, a fanstastic creative studio (17'08 x 11'01) with power and lighting, plus part of the original wooden cottage (22'03 x 12'0) which is used as a large workshop and also benefits from power and lighting.

Parking - From Solent Road, gravel driveways located on either side of the plot provide an ample amount of parking space and access to the grounds.

Peacefully nestled within the privacy of its own spacious grounds, Saanen presents an idyllic lifestyle choice and a rare opportunity to acquire a unique, custom-built home within this exclusive, highly sought after woodland location. An early viewing is highly recommended with the sole agents Susan Payne Property.

Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Mains water (hot water generated via an air source heat pump), electricity, private 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.