4 bedroom detached house for sale

Sympathetically refurbished throughout, this captivating mid-century home offers plenty of flexible accommodation and occupies a generous plot including a stunning, south-west facing rear garden and a driveway with a garage.

First time to the market since it was built in 1956, 106 Old Road has been a much-loved family home for the past 67 years and has recently undergone a fantastic refurbishment project resulting in an abundance of upgrades and sympathetically styled interiors which beautifully retain the classic mid-century modernist character.

Boasting plenty of versatile accommodation, this cool contemporary home has a spacious entrance hall at the heart of the home leading to each of the ground floor rooms including a total of three reception rooms currently arranged as a dining room, a study, and a spacious living room with a fabulous inset wood burning stove. The ground floor also provides a sleek mid-century style kitchen with a trendy open-tread staircase to the first floor, a modern shower room, and a large double bedroom benefitting from built-in wardrobes. Upon reaching the top of the staircase, a first floor landing area is an unexpected surprise with its generous proportions and spectacular far-reaching views to Cowes and the Solent. Offering plenty of versatility to be utilised as a family games room, a creative studio, or a large home office, the landing space also continues to three beautifully presented bedrooms, a shower room, and an abundance of storage space within the eaves.

Occupying a spacious plot, outside provides a delightful, well-established front garden alongside a driveway to a detached garage, and a beautiful garden to the rear which boasts a wonderful south-west position with a fabulous, porcelain paved sun terrace.

Home to Queen Victoria's magnificent former residence, Osborne House, East Cowes boasts many enviable amenities which are located just minutes from the property and include a Waitrose supermarket, a convenience store, plus a varied range of shops and restaurants. Located just a short walk from the property, the impressive East Cowes Esplanade with its quiet shingle and sand beach is ideal for family days out with fantastic views across the Solent and out towards Cowes marina. The Esplanade boasts an adventure playground, paddling pool, cafe and has a wooded area behind, perfect for leisurely walks. For those trips to the mainland, the Red Funnel car ferry service to Southampton is also conveniently located just moments from 106 Old Road and, just across the Medina estuary is the vibrant town of Cowes which provides a high-speed catamaran service and is home to the oldest and biggest sailing regatta in the world. This convenient, central location is ideal for exploring all of the delights the Island has to offer and is served by Southern Vectis bus route 4, linking the town with Ryde, and bus route 5 linking with the County town of Newport where a wide range of amenities can be enjoyed - these include a variety of shops, vibrant bars and restaurants, a multiplex cinema and community theatres.

Welcome To 106 Old Road - Providing a delightful first impression as you approach the property, 106 Old Road enjoys a setback position from the road and is set within a beautifully established front garden providing privacy and a nature haven for visiting birds. A gravel driveway passes a well-kept lawn and provides an approach to the detached garage to the side elevation of the property, and to a smart white panelled entrance door.

Porch - 1.37m x 1.22m (4'06 x 4'0) - Providing an accurate glimpse at the immaculate interiors found throughout, the porch area offers ample space to remove coats and footwear and has a classic red carpet which continues to the entrance hall via a glazed door.

Entrance Hall - 3.33m x 3.10m max (10'11 x 10'02 max) - Spacious and full of natural light, this welcoming entrance hall gives access to each of the ground floor rooms and benefits from two substantial storage cupboards. The space has a fresh white wall decor, a radiator, and two ceiling lights.

Living Room - 5.31m x 3.66m (17'05 x 12'0) - Beautifully presented with fresh white walls and engineered oak flooring, this inviting space is bathed in natural light from a set of triple sliding glazed doors opening to a sun terrace and garden beyond. Fitted with a radiator, a round flush ceiling light, and two matching wall lights, this room also features an inset cassette log burning stove, creating a cosy warmth for the winter.

Kitchen - 5.66m x 2.49m max (18'07 x 8'02 max) - Sympathetically refurbished, this classic kitchen is fitted with sleek, retro cabinets topped with a neutral countertop which incorporates a duo stainless steel sink and drainer beneath a window overlooking the rear garden. With a neutral tiled splashback, the countertop also provides space beneath for two appliances such as a dishwasher and fridge, and there is space to position a freestanding cooker beneath a glass splashback. Allowing for plenty of natural light, there is a window to the side, an additional window to the rear, and a partially glazed upvc door to the garden. This room also includes two multi-spotlight fixtures, a radiator, and the added benefit of recessed wall cupboards. The decor adds stylish finishing touches with patterned floor tiles, two-tone neutral walls, and a classic wood feature wall where a carpeted open-tread staircase ascends to the first floor.

Dining Room - 3.76m x 3.48m max (12'04 x 11'05 max) - Featuring exposed timber floorboards, this spacious room enjoys a window to the front aspect and is warmed by a radiator. Finished with a neutral wall shade, this room also has a pendant light fixture and a WightFibre connection unit.

Bedroom One - 4.04m max x 3.63m max (13'03 max x 11'11 max) - With a neutral carpet and a white wall decor including a light green feature wall, this bedroom is light and airy and enjoys a pleasant garden view from a window to the front. Fitted with radiator, this room also benefits from built-in wardrobes with drawers on one wall. A pendant light fixture is also located here.

Home Office/Bedroom Five - 2.59m x 2.16m (8'06 x 7'01) - Offering a home office or an additional bedroom, this neutrally decorated room continues with the carpet from the entrance hall and has a window to the front aspect. Fitted with a multi-spotlight fixture, this room also includes a fitted unit providing shelving and storage cupboards.

Ground Floor Shower Room - This light and airy shower room benefits from an opaque glazed window to the side aspect and is well-presented with a white and light blue theme including a vinyl floor and large-scale tiling within a spacious walk-in shower. There is a dual flush w.c. and a vanity hand basin with a glass splashback and mirror plus a modern strip light above. This room also has a chrome heated towel rail and a ceiling light.

First Floor Landing Space - 4.90m x 3.02m (16'01 x 9'11) - This generous, versatile landing has dual aspect windows bathing the space with natural light which is further enhanced by a fresh white wall decor and a plush neutral carpet which continues throughout the majority of the bedrooms on this floor. Featuring exposed ceiling beams and a light green feature wall, the landing enjoys beautiful far-reaching views to Cowes and The Solent, and there is a radiator to provide warmth. Also located here are light fittings on the ceiling and walls, plus a door giving access to plenty of storage space within the eaves.

Bedroom Two - 2.59m x 2.16m (8'06 x 7'01) - Featuring lovely garden views from a window to the rear aspect, this bedroom is fitted with a neutral textured carpet and has a pleasant light green feature wall. Warmed by a radiator, this room also features timber ceiling beams and a modern multi-spotlight fixtures.

Bedroom Three - 3.15m x 1.93m (10'04 x 6'04) - With a pleasant light green feature wall, this well-presented bedroom gives access to a boiler cupboard and has a window to the side aspect with a radiator beneath. This carpeted room also has a modern multi-spotlight fixture and access to eaves storage space.

Bedroom Four - 2.62m x 2.54m max (8'07 x 8'04 max) - A further well-presented, carpeted bedroom with a light blue feature wall and a window to the side aspect with a radiator beneath. There is also a modern multi-spotlight fixture and access to eaves storage space.

First Floor Shower Room - With a lovely view from a window to the rear aspect, this shower room is equipped with a dual flush w.c. and a wall-mounted hand basin beneath a dark tile splashback, and a recessed ledge with a mirror. An enclosed shower cubicle is finished with mermaid wall panelling and the room is dressed with a white wall decor plus a contrasting dark vinyl floor. There is also an extractor fan and recessed spotlights.

Rear Garden - Boasting plenty of sunlight throughout the day, this stunning rear garden enjoys fantastic a south-west facing position and a new sun terrace finished with beautiful dark porcelain tiling. Mostly laid to lawn, this extensive, well-maintained garden features rich shrub borders and beds creating privacy, cooling shady spots, and plenty of appeal for local wildlife including the island's native red squirrels! As you meander through this tranquil environment, a curved ornate pergola provides a central walk-through, passing a mature shrub bed incorporating a wildlife pond. There are two timber storage sheds located midway and a natural pathway proceeds through apple trees and shrubbery to the bottom of the garden where there is a substantial area with several large vegetable beds edged with timber sleepers; perfect for those seeking a self-sufficient lifestyle! The rear garden also benefits from an additional curved patio located alongside the garage which has a useful potting shed and an external tap attached.

Driveway And Garage - garage - 4.60m x 3.58m (garage - 15'01 x 11'09) - A gravel driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles and leads down the side of the property to a detached single-sized garage with an electric door. With power and lighting, the garage provides additional space to be utilsed as a workshop and/or a utility room with plumbing in place for a washing machine.

Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Mains water and drainage, electricity, gas central heating.

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.