3 bedroom cottage for sale

A characterful thatched cottage set in just under half an acre in the picturesque West Wight village of Chale Green with commanding country views

North End is an attractive stone built Grade II Listed cottage believed to originate from 1750. The original part of the cottage is thatched, whilst later additions are principally under a slate roof. The property provides well-balanced accommodation and retains many original features. This charming property has gardens to the front, side and rear as well as having off road parking. The current owner has been both meticulous and passionate with the renovation of the cottage, paying close attention to retaining original features, using many traditional building methods and adhering to building regulation requirements for a Grade II listed property. The front of the cottage was rethatched with water reed in 2013 and the rear and ridge in 2020.

Situated within the Isle of Wight National Landscape (previously referred to as the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) Chale Green is only a short distance from the South Western coast of the Island, a small village with good access via local footpaths and bridleways to miles of stunning surrounding downland and countryside.

The principal town of Newport with a wide array of amenities including Marks and Spencers is approximately 7 miles away, whilst the seaside town of Ventnor with a range of restaurants, fish market and popular Botanic Garden is approximately 6 miles away.

ACCOMMODATION

ENTRANCE PORCH A light and spacious entrance overlooking the garden with ample room for coats and boot storage.

RECEPTION ROOM A good size dual aspect room with views over the garden. Beautiful exposed wooden beams, original flagstone flooring and working inglenook fireplace with log and coal burner installed. Ample room for small dining table and chairs, or seating. Storage cupboards.

WC with wash basin.

SITTING ROOM Charming dual aspect sitting room with original panelling and exposed stone walls. Newly installed pitch pine flooring.

KITCHEN Attractive Indian sandstone floor with an array of base units with open shelving above. Worksurfaces with inset stainless-steel sink and drainer. Appliances include a five-ring range oven and hob with space to add extractor above, ample space and plumbing for a dishwasher or washing machine, and freestanding fridge freezer. Access to a side patio area accessed via barn door and separate door opening to the:

STUDY/BEDROOM THREE A spacious south facing room filled with natural light, opening to the rear garden.

FIRST FLOOR

BEDROOM ONE Good size dual aspect double bedroom with exposed wooden flooring enjoying stunning views over the rear garden and local countryside beyond. Space for free standing wardrobes and access to Jack & Jill bathroom.

BEDROOM TWO A further dual aspect double bedroom with exposed wooden flooring, ample space for free standing wardrobe with views of the garden.

JACK & JILL FAMILY BATHROOM Roll top bath with separate walk-in shower with glazed screen. Wash hand basin and WC.

OUTSIDE The property is approached by a paved pathway with steps leading up to a small area of low maintenance garden with mature shrubs. Adjacent there is a gravelled driveway with off-road parking. To the rear of the property there is an enclosed patio and a decked area with side gated access and a GARDEN SHED. A pathway leads you up to the main garden, which is approximately ? acre in size primarily laid to lawn with an array of mature shrubs and bushes. A gravel pathway meanders through the garden which opens on to a further lawned area where this a variety of mature fruit trees and a large vegetable patch, as well as a LARGE WORKSHOP/STORE and GREENHOUSE, backing onto open countryside with charming views.

SERVICES Mains water, electricity, drainage. Coal/log burner provides heat via radiators.

EPC Grade II Listed

COUNCIL TAX Band C

TENURE Freehold

POSTCODE PO38 2JS

VIEWINGS All viewings will be strictly by prior arrangement with the sole selling agents, Spence Willard.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: 1. Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Spence Willard in the particulars or by word of mouth or in writing ('information') as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or
its value. Neither Spence Willard nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s). 2. Photos etc: The photographs show
only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. 3. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning,
building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer or lessee must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. 4. VAT: The VAT position relating to the property may change without
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