Detached bungalow for sale in Old Road, East Cowes PO32

Situated on sought-after Old Road, this beautifully presented, extended and renovated two-bedroom detached bungalow is perfectly placed for mainland ferry connections and the local amenities of East Cowes.

This beautiful home has recently received an extensive renovation which provides a combination of high-quality improvements and contemporary finishes. Upgrades include a spectacular rear extension, replacement double glazing throughout and a gas boiler as well as radiators, a new gas fire, a rewire, a replacement bathroom and kitchen with integrated appliances, new flooring and a recently installed roof to the garage and utility area.

Situated in a highly desirable residential area of East Cowes, Queen Victoria's magnificent former residence, Osborne House, and many amenities are located just minutes from the property which include a Waitrose supermarket and a varied range of shops and restaurants. The quiet shingle and sand beach in East Cowes is ideal for family days out and enjoys fantastic views across the Solent and out towards Cowes marina. The impressive esplanade boasts an adventure playground, paddling pool, cafe and has a wooded area behind, perfect for leisurely walks, and the Red Funnel car ferry service to Southampton is just a short walk away. The convenient location of this property is ideal for exploring all of the delights the Island has to offer and is served by Southern Vectis buses linking the town with Ryde and Newport.

Accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall, two double bedrooms, an expansive lounge, open plan kitchen, large dining/sun room, a family bathroom and a utility room with a cloakroom. Outside there is a driveway, garage, and spacious gardens to the front and rear.

Welcome To Squirrels

Approaching from popular Old Road, a block-paved driveway sweeps beneath mature oak trees to reveal the smart brick façade of Squirrels. The driveway leads to the garage and on to a characterful storm porch, which spans the front of the house and benefits from a large planter, outside lighting and gives access to the contemporary grey front door.

Entrance Hall (ext to 4.96 (ext to 16'3"))

The wide, L-shaped entrance hall is light and bright, due to the fresh white walls, recessed spotlights and the glazed panel which sits beside the front door. An ornate column radiator adds character and is finished in modern grey, which complements the luxury vinyl tile flooring. Beautiful oak doors lead to the lounge, kitchen, to both bedrooms and to the family bathroom. A further door leads to a large storage cupboard, which also provides access to the loft, which is boarded and benefits from power and lighting.

Lounge (4.80 x 4.25 (15'8" x 13'11"))

The spacious lounge is arranged around a stunning brick and oak fireplace, which is home to a recently installed high quality gas fire, in the style of a wood burner on a stone hearth and benefitting from downlighting from within the chimney breast. The lounge is open plan to the sun room, which combines with a further window to fill the room with light and provide views through the sunroom and to the garden. There is a central feature light, two radiators, and the lounge is finished with an elegant mix of neutral walls and plush grey carpet.

Kitchen (5.74 x 2.86 (18'9" x 9'4"))

Recently fitted, the kitchen comprises a useful mix of beautiful cream base and wall cabinets with oak-style worktops complemented by coordinating luxury vinyl flooring. A peninsula creates a social aspect to the kitchen providing a breakfast bar with pendant lights over, and the semi-open plan layout further enhances the kitchen as the heart of the home. There is a large stainless steel gas range cooker complete with a matching extractor hood, an integrated 1.5 bowl stainless sink and drainer with swan neck mixer tap, integrated microwave and 'Bosch' dishwasher, plus plenty of room for a large fridge/freezer. The kitchen benefits from recessed spotlights and a smart vertical radiator, plus open doorways leading to the utility area and to the dining/sunroom.

Dining/Sunroom (8.48 x 3.11 (27'9" x 10'2"))

The extension spans the back of the house and has transformed the property. Currently in use as a magnificent dining area and sunroom, the space connects the sociable kitchen and the lounge and provides views down over the rear garden and over to the rooftops of Cowes. An abundance of glazing combines with a large lantern light in the roof and features spotlights plus pendant lighting to create a beautifully light space, enhanced by the neutral décor. French doors lead out to the rear garden. There are two radiators and the room is finished with lovely oak flooring.

Utility Area & Cloakroom (4.94 (max) x 2.22 (16'2" (max) x 7'3"))

An extremely useful space, the utility room has a fitted worktop with space beneath for a washing machine and a dryer, fitted cupboards, and plenty of space for additional appliances, plus this area is also home to the combi boiler. The utility room has twin aspect glazing with a window to the side aspect and a part glazed door to the rear garden, and is presented in soft grey décor with a practical and attractive herringbone pattern vinyl floor. A door leads to the cloakroom, which has a small window, a floating basin with a mixer tap, matching low level WC with dual flush and a heated chrome towel rail.

Bedroom One (4.72 x 3.64 (max) (15'5" x 11'11" (max)))

Bedroom One benefits from a large box bay window giving views over the front lawn and providing a fantastic window seat complete with storage under. The room benefits from a central chandelier, an ornate heritage-style radiator, neutral walls and a plush grey carpet.

Bedroom Two (4.26 x 3.01 (13'11" x 9'10"))

Twin aspect glazing fills the room with natural light and provides views over the front garden. With a central chandelier and an ornate heritage-style radiator, bedroom two is finished with neutral walls and a plush grey carpet.

Family Bathroom

The well-proportioned bathroom has recessed spotlighting, fresh white walls, a large window with patterned glass for privacy, and the luxury vinyl flooring continues from the hallway. Gorgeous coastal style tiling surrounds a p-shaped bath, complete with a rainfall-effect shower over and glass screen. A white floating hand basin has a chrome mixer tap and there is a matching low-level w.c. With dual flush. A wall-mounted vanity cabinet provides useful storage and has an illuminated mirrored cabinet over, and the bathroom also benefits from a chic spiral style chrome heated towel rail.

Outside

To the front, the block paved driveway provides private parking for multiple vehicles and leads to the single garage, which benefits from power and lighting. Mature trees really enhance the privacy of the property, and further mature planting is perfectly positioned around the front lawn. Paths lead either side of the house, connecting with the rear garden.

To the rear, the generous garden can be accessed from the utility area and from the French doors in the sunroom. A wide lawn provides a perfect spot for outside dining and relaxing, and from there the lawn meanders to the west between mature planting and trees. There is a large, newly installed shed, currently in use as an aviary to one side, with a woodshed on the adjacent side. Beyond the lawn, the wild section of garden surrounds a characterful eucalyptus tree which has been recently pruned to a manageable size, creating a haven for wildlife and offering further potential for landscaping.

Squirrels represents a rare opportunity to acquire a recently renovated home in an extremely desirable part of East Cowes, with major upgrades completed. An early viewing is highly recommended with the sole agent Susan Payne Property.

Additional Details

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and 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.