Ashknowle Lane, Whitwell, Isle Of Wight, PO38

Set very well back from a quiet country lane on the outskirts of Whitwell village is this fascinating property. The house has its origins in the 1930s but has been completely renovated and extended by the current owners to an extremely high standard. The multi-faceted property nestles in the midst of generous grounds and it is approached via a gate opening into a vast gravel frontage where you can park numerous vehicles and flanked by a stone path leading to the attractive porch that leads to the original part of the property. While on one side there is a two-storey barn style extension with wood cladding and on the other, additional accommodation and a pitched roof double carport. Once you step over the threshold you can begin to appreciate the attention to detail that has gone into the renovation of this unusual family home. The high-end fittings are there for all to see in the reception hall with its oak flooring that flows through most of the ground floor, the oak staircase with its glass bannister and the feature brick wall. It is semi open plan to the stunning light and bright kitchen/dining area that includes exposed ceiling beams, a feature brick wall and a banquette seating area. An oak surround opening leads to the adjacent utility room and to the spacious double aspect lounge with five bi-folding doors to the garden, an oak staircase to the first floor and a log burner backed by a feature brick chimney breast. A door from the lounge leads to the useful study that has French doors that open to the front of the property. The hall also leads to a dual aspect double bedroom with fitted wardrobes served by a family bathroom with a large bath and wet room style shower so is ideal for elderly relatives or anyone who finds the stairs difficult. There is also access to the gym and another double bedroom with fitted cupboards that could always make a charming snug or playroom. The stairs from the hall lead up to a double and single bedroom and a shower room plus a separate cloakroom, whilst the staircase from the lounge leads to the luxurious and private main bedroom suite. At the rear of the property there is a terrace surrounded by a balustrade and shrubs. This leads to vast lawn areas with mature shrubs and trees as well as a charming little turreted round house.

What the Owner says:

We have lived here for the past 12 years and have thoroughly enjoyed renovating and extending our home but feel it is now time for us to look for another renovation project and hope new owners will enjoy everything we have done here. We always loved the location and the uniqueness of the property as it is quiet and peaceful and surrounded by woodland. Whitwell is a charming village and includes the White Horse pub – the oldest pub on the Isle of Wight and dates back to 1454. The village also has a garage and a post office in the 700 year old church bell tower and a village hall that hosts a variety of activities. There are wonderful places to go for walks across the Downs and to the ‘Pepperpot.' This tall octagonal tower is the shell of a lighthouse built in 1314 as a penance for stealing wine from a ship that ran aground on treacherous rocks. It is not far to Niton village where you will find Joe's Bar that includes a café and the post office. There is also a pharmacy, convenience store and medical centre as well as a nursery and primary school.

Room sizes:

• Entrance Porch
• Hallway
• Kitchen / Dining Area: 26'4 x 12'1 (8.03m x 3.69m)
• Utility Room: 7'5 x 5'8 (2.26m x 1.73m)
• Lounge: 23'1 x 22'7 (7.04m x 6.89m)
• Study: 17'11 x 13'6 (5.46m x 4.12m)
• Family Bathroom: 9'6 x 7'11 (2.90m x 2.41m)
• Bedroom 2: 13'9 x 12'1 (4.19m x 3.69m)
• Inner Hallway
• Gym: 12'1 x 11'5 (3.69m x 3.48m)
• Bedroom 3: 11'10 x 11'1 (3.61m x 3.38m)
• Landing

• Bedroom 4: 14'9 x 12'3 (4.50m x 3.74m)
• Shower Room
• Bedroom 5: 10'8 x 7'3 (3.25m x 2.21m)
• Bedroom 1: 22'5 x 14'0 (6.84m x 4.27m)
• Dressing Area: 13'7 x 6'7 (4.14m x 2.01m)
• En-Suite Bathroom: 13'6 x 6'5 (4.12m x 1.96m)
• Front Garden
• Double Carport
• Studio: 19'7 x 10'0 (5.97m x 3.05m)
• Driveway Parking
• Rear Garden

 
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Council Tax band: E
Tenure: Freehold