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NEW WOLVERTON FARM, DOCTORS LANE, YAFFORD, SHORWELL, NEWPORT

ISLE OF WIGHT PO30 3LH

GUIDE PRICE £895,000

A well-presented and substantial 4 bedroom bungalow

standing in delightful, mature gardens with potential for

annexe/holiday let; large garage, paddocks and well-

draining land in a rural but accessible location in the

heart of south-west Wight; extending in all to 29.57 acres.

Built some 30 years ago the property is approached up a

tree-lined drive and is orientated to make the best of its

sunny location and beautiful countryside views. Private

and within a ring fence is has good frontage onto

surrounding country lanes. There is potential to create

more bedroom accommodation.

The living areas, kitchen and some rooms are paved with

Portland Stone tiles. Many of the rooms have views onto the

spectacular mature gardens. The Kitchen has been opened up

to the Living Room which together with the Dining Area

make an impressive and very useable open-plan family space

with glazed terrace doors onto the paved patio and a

fireplace containing a gas-fired stove. The property would

suit a small-scale agricultural enterprise or smallholding use

as well as for equestrian purposes - alternatively the land

could be let out to nearby farmers.

The property is constructed largely of brick-faced elevations

beneath a concrete-tiled roof. The accommodation is

described in the floorplans and photographs and more

particularly below, it is set out on a single storey and

comprises:

Ground Floor:

Lobby

Utility Room with sink and plumbing for appliances.

Kitchen dual aspect, fitted units with timber work surfaces,

sink and central island. Electric oven with gas hob and

extractor unit above, eye-level electric oven with separate

grill, integral dishwasher. Open to:

Living/Dining Room a spectacular and spacious room with

Dining Area at one end; fireplace containing a gas-fired

stove. There are glazed terrace doors onto the paved dining

terrace enabling the garden and house to be really linked in

the warmer months.

Second Sitting Room/Study overlooking the garden and

with a pair of French Doors onto the paved patio.

Hall/Study

Bedroom 1 a dual aspect room, with outside door (leading to

open Porch) and with:

Shower Room 'en-suite' with shower in large cubicle, basin

and w.c.

Porch with open arches, wrought iron railings and gates.

Storage cupboard

Bedroom 2 with fitted wardrobe cupboards and:

Bathroom 'en-suite' with large bath, basin, w.c. and shower

in cubicle

The remaining accommodation (below) is currently

integrated with the main dwelling but has in the past been

used as a separate holiday letting unit and could potentially

be used as such again or as an annexe perhaps for guests or

dependent relatives.

Kitchen/Sitting/Dining Room a dual aspect room with

fitted kitchen units at one end, sink and electric cooker.

Outside door to garden.

Hall

Bedroom 3 a dual aspect room with fitted wardrobe

Bathroom with shower in cubicle, basin, w,c, and bidet

Bedroom 4 a dual aspect room with basin and fitted

wardrobe

There is a large loft area - partly boarded - which holds

significant potential for conversion into first floor bedroom

accommodation subject to obtaining any statutory, Building

Regulation or Planning Consents.

Outside

The property is approached from Doctors Lane up a tree-

lined driveway culminating in a large parking area with

space for parking several vehicles and bordered with lawns

and mature specimen trees. There is a substantial Garage

(7.89m x 6.45m (25'10" x 21'8") to the north side with two

'up and over' garage doors and with substantial RSJ metal

beams at ceiling level (potential for installing engine hoists

etc), there is electricity connected and space inside for

freezers and a workshop area.

The gardens are spectacular, they are mature and well-

planted comprising various lawns, herbaceous borders and

beds around the property and enjoying views of the

spectacular downland and countryside scenery of the Island's

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). There are a

number of specimen trees and shrubs including cherry,

amelanchier, mimosas and rhododendron. The approach is

bordered by banks of spring bulbs, narcissi, hyacinth and

cowslips as well as the lilies and lavenders which with spring

flowers abound in the herbaceous borders which also include

clematis and other climbers. There is an attractive painted

wooden octagonal summerhouse by Scotts of Thrapston with

pitched roof, French Doors and bench seating.

The kitchen garden is enclosed within an impressive

fruit/vegetable cage measuring about 7.89m x 6.45m (25' x

48') of tubular galvanised steel construction and with raised

beds including an Asparagus bed. There is an overhead

sprinkler irrigation system.

There is a poly tunnel approximately 9.75m x 4.87m (32' x

16') containing peaches as well as a vine and vegetable beds.

There is an overhead sprinkler irrigation system.

The Land

The land extends to the north and west of the property and is

all within a ring fence. The soils are good free-draining and

fertile sandy loams. The land has in the past been used for

potato and vegetable cropping. Mill Lane is fenced with post

and rail and the remainder is fences with hedges, fences and

post and rail. There are some smaller enclosures in the south

west corner, but the main portion is a single enclosure from

which there are spectacular downland and countryside views,

glimpses of the sea and the cliffs at Tennyson Down can be

seen to the west. The land is currently all down to pasture.

There is water connected to most Enclosures

There are four moveable timber field shelters 4m x 6m

(13’1” x 19’8”) currently on the land which could be

included in a sale.

The Pond

There is a pond in the south west corner which is a haven for

wildlife and abounds with many species including

amphibians, fish and dragonflies.

The Nature Walk

A path extends around the pond and is ideal from which to

observe the various wildlife.

Basic Payment Entitlements

Basic Payment Scheme Entitlements are included in the sale.

Situation

As the crow flies, the property is less than a mile from the

pretty south-west coastline of the Isle of Wight with its rural

beaches and spectacular cliff-top walks. The hamlet of

Yafford is known for its old water mill. The countryside has

many footpaths and bridleways and the property is ideally-

located to make the most of the wonderful walks and rides to

be had nearby.

Planning

The dwelling is the subject of an Agricultural Occupancy Restriction the

wording of which is believed to be as follows, though prospective purchasers

should make their own enquiries of the Local Planning Authority (The Isle of

Wight Council) and also to satisfy themselves of their eligibility to comply

and/or consult a properly-qualified planning consultant.

Planning Consent Reference13645 E, Clause 5: The occupation of the

dwelling shall be limited to persons whose employment or latest employment

is or was employment locally in agriculture as defined by S.221 of The Act of

1962, or in Forestry or in an industry mainly dependent upon agriculture and

including also the dependents of such persons as aforesaid.

Services and Heating

We are informed that the following mains services are connected to the

property (subject to the conditions and stipulations of the relevant utility

companies) electricity, water and foul drainage to a private 'Klargester' septic

tank system. The heating system is provided by an oil-fired boiler (externally

mounted) via and underfloor system and radiators. Bottled gas supplies the

gas hob in the kitchen and the metal stove in the Living Room.

Tenure & Possession, Fixtures & Fittings

The property is offered Freehold, with vacant possession on the whole upon

Completion. The seller does not include in the sale any gas or electrical

appliances, however connected, or any other fixtures, unless expressly

mentioned in these particulars as forming part of the sale. Some items may be

available by separate negotiation.

Council Tax

Band D - Amount payable 2018/2019 - £1,756.04

Viewing Arrangements

Viewing is strictly by appointment with the Sole Agents Biles & Co. To view this property please

contact our Isle of Wight office on 01983 872335

The Isle of Wight, situated off the South Coast of England, is becoming an ever-more popular location

for permanent and second homes. Made popular by Queen Victoria, who had her maritime residence at

Osborne, the Island is famous for sailing in the Solent; for Cowes Week; for its beautiful coastline

including sandy beaches and The Needles; spectacular countryside and long sunshine hours. Sainsburys,

Tesco, M&S, Waitrose, Lidl and Aldi all now have a presence as have many other national chains.

Communication and transport links are excellent; regular car ferries connect with the national motorway

network and fast catamarans have connections via Southampton and Portsmouth with direct trains to

London Waterloo which can be reached within 2 hours of leaving the Island shore. Government-funded

schools are numerous and independent schools (Ryde School and Priory School) thrive on the Island

with some children attending prep and public schools on the mainland. Leisure opportunities abound -

walking, riding, paragliding, hang-gliding, team sports, sailing, wind surfing and other water sports,

rugby, football (Newport Football Club) cricket and golf clubs. Good transport links enable day trips to

the shopping centres of West Quay, Southampton and Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth.

Shorwell is set on the southern slopes of rolling downland, within an Area of Outstanding Beauty

(AONB). There are excellent walks directly accessed from the property across the downs from which

there are stunning views over the Island's southern coast and the English Channel. The village has a Post

Office, shop, pub and Church all within easy walking distance. A wider range of facilities is available in

nearby Brighstone including village shops, doctors' surgery and primary school. Newport, with a wider

range of shops including Marks and Spencer is easily accessed from the village, as is the south coast of

the Island with some excellent beaches along the beautiful and unspoiled coast from Atherfield to Brook,

Compton and Freshwater Bay.

Directions

Shorwell is in the south west part of the Isle of Wight. It is well-signed from Carisbrooke from which

take the B3323 through the pretty Bowcombe Valley. At the mini-roundabout in Shorwell turn left into

'Farriers Way' the B3399 signed to Chale. As you proceed through the village turn right by the triangle of

grass into Corve Hill and then turn right into Pound Lane at the junction with Park Lane. Proceed past the

entrance to Wolverton Manor and take the next left into Doctors Lane and the property will be found on

the right-hand side. There are some farm buildings opposite the driveway.

13 High Street

Bembridge

Isle of Wight

PO35 5SD

www.bilesandco.co.uk

mail@bilesandco.co.uk

01983 872335

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Biles & Co Ltd for themselves and for the Vendors of this property, whose agents they are, give notice that 1. The particulars are intended to give a fair and

substantially correct overall description for the guidance of intending purchases and do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Prospective purchasers and lessees ought to seek their own professional advice. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, areas, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith, and are believed to

be correct, but any intending purchases should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of

them. 3. No person in the employment of Biles & Co Ltd has any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property on behalf of Biles & Co Ltd, nor enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchases in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or

withdrawn. Photographs taken May 2018 particulars prepared May 2018. 5. MEASUREMENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION: All measurements are approximate. While we endeavor to

make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact this office and we will be pleased to check the information for you, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.