Shanklin, Isle of Wight

Luccombe Cliff | Luccombe | Shanklin | Isle of Wight | PO37 6RY

Seller Insight

We bought this lovely property as a family holiday home and everyone who comes to stay always says it is the best ‘holiday home’ they have ever been to with its landscape setting, gardens and impressive sea views. Unfortunately, a change of circumstances means we have to pass the baton on to new owners and hope they can get as much pleasure from the house as we have.

Shanklin is a seaside resort including the impressive Shanklin beach that was winner of the Beach of the Year Award in the Countryfile Magazine in 2019. The Old Village is charming with its thatched cottages, independent shops, restaurants and pubs while the Shanklin Theatre provides a variety of professional and amateur shows for evening entertainment. There is a real feeling of community and, if you enjoy the ‘great outdoors’ there is nothing like a bracing walk with the dog or a cycle ride to Culver Down or Ventnor. You will also find suitable infant nurseries in the vicinity as well as two good primary schools. “*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Step inside Wayside

Whether you are looking for a permanent family and/or inter-generational home or the ultimate holiday retreat, this superb detached property located in an elevated position amidst about an acre of well-designed gardens on Luccombe Cliff, is a stunner. It offers spectacular scenery with views of the sea from virtually every room. At the same time, not only does it back onto fields and the surrounding countryside, but you can also walk to Shanklin in 20 minutes so you have the best of all worlds.

This charming white painted house was originally built in 1925 and the external appearance is enhanced by the impressive chimney stack and varied bay windows. To the North West there is a long gravel drive leading past garages and workshop to a large enclosed parking area next to the house. To the East there are steps up to the original porch and through to the main entrance hall with its large storage cupboard.

The delightful, dual aspect sitting room has a painted beamed ceiling, an unusual angled bay window with French doors to the garden, a new eco log burning stove and double doors to the spacious lounge. When these doors are open it creates a wonderful area for entertaining but when closed the lounge could form part of an annex if required, as it is adjacent to a double bedroom with an en-suite shower and a secondary corridor with independent external access. The elegant lounge has a charming curved bay window and another new log burning stove as well as access to the garden room.

For anyone who enjoys entertaining the very light and bright kitchen has everything you need including a large inset range cooker, and contemporary units housing a fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. The sink area is built into a wide box bay with windows all round so, even when you are washing up, you can revel in the surrounding scenery. The attractive dining area includes a large curved bay window so is ideal for a sociable circular table.

Upstairs there is a family bathroom and three double bedrooms with superb panoramic views across to the sea. These include one with a bay window, another with built in wardrobes and the delightful main bedroom with an en-suite shower room and French doors to a balcony.

The wonderful garden has been designed to accommodate the topography of the area and has three lawns at different levels surrounded by mature trees and shrub borders. There are large paved terrace areas that are ideal for outdoor entertaining and alfresco meals as well as a number of outbuildings including a guest suite with a double bedroom and shower room as well as a summerhouse, storage sheds and a carport. In season, the hydrangeas make an impressive show.

Travel Information

11.4 miles from Fishbourne to Portsmouth Ferry Terminal

10.7 miles from Ryde High Speed Catamaran & Hover Travel

14.6 miles from East Cowes to Southampton Ferry Terminal

Southern Vectis Buses routes provide regular services through the area, connecting you to all the areas of the island. For ticket prices visit www.islandbuses.info

Leisure Clubs & Facilities

The Heights Leisure Centre, Sandown 3.2 miles

Sandown & Shanklin Golf Club, Sandown 3.9 miles

Sandown & Shanklin Rugby Club, Sandown 3.4 miles

TJ’s Gym & Fitness Studio, Shanklin 2.7 miles

Healthcare Doctors Surgeries:

The Bay Medical Practice, Shanklin 01983 862000

The Bay Medical Practice, Sandown 01983 409292

Grove House Surgery, Ventnor 01983 852427

Beech Grove Surgery, Lake 01983 408408

General Hospitals:

St Mary’s Hospital, Parkhurst Road, Newport 11.3 miles 01983 822099

Education

Primary Schools

YMCA Shanklin Nursery 01983 862441

Berry Hill Nursery School 01983 717363

Gatten & Lake Primary School 01983 869910

Shanklin C of E Primary School 01983 862444

Broadlea Primary School 01983 402403

Newchurch Primary School, Newchurch 01983 865210

Godshill Primary School, Godshill 01983 840246

Secondary Schools/Colleges:

The Island Free School, Ventnor 01983 857641

The Bay CE, Sandown 01983 402403

Christ the King Upper College, Newport 01983 537070

Medina College, Newport 01983 526523

Island Innovations V1 Form Campus, Newport 01983 522886

Isle of Wight College, Newport 01983 526631

Ryde Private, Queens Road, Ryde 01983 562229

Assisted Learning Schools:

Medina House 01983 522917

St George’s 01983 524634

St Catherine’s 01983 852722

Restaurants/Bars

Fishermans Cottage, Esplanade Shanklin

The Steamer Inn, Esplanade Shanklin

The Crab, Shanklin Old Village

Village Inn, Shanklin Old Village

Pendletons, Shanklin Old Village

Merrie Gardens, Lake

Amici, Shanklin

Morgans of Shanklin, Shanklin Old Village

Pavarottis Italian Restaurant, Shanklin Old Village

These restaurants and bars are all available within a 15-minute drive of your home.

Local Attractions / Landmarks

Shanklin Chine, Old Village Shanklin

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, Sandown

Robin Hill Country Adventure Park, Downend

Model Village, Godshill

Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Wroxall

Amazon World Zoo, Bathingbourne

The Garlic Farm, Newchurch

Council Tax Band: C Tenure: Freehold

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Porch

Hallway

Sitting Room 0’1 x 10’8

Dining Area 10’6 x 8’9

Kitchen 15’2 x 8’9 extending into bay 13’4

Large Storage Cupboard

Lounge 19’9 x 15’9

Garden Room 17’10 x 9’3

Inner Hallway

Bedroom 4 17’9 x 9’2

En-Suite Shower Room 5’7 x 5’7

FIRST FLOOR

Landing

Bedroom 1 15’8 x 9’4

En-Suite Bathroom 11’6 x 6’4

Bedroom 3 15’2 x 9’2

Bedroom 2 12’3 x 10’7

Family Bathroom 7’7 x 5’8

TIMBER LODGE HOUSE

Bedroom / Living Area 14’5 x 11’3

Shower Room 6’5 x 6’3

OUTSIDE

Extensive Parking Workshop

Car Port

Summer House

Various Sheds

0.9 Acres of Gardens

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2023 Fine & Country Ltd.

Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 2597969. Registered Office: Pittis & Co Ltd/ Arun Estate Agencies Ltd, St Leonards House, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RJ. Printed 12.04.2023