FEATURED PROPERTY :
SEAGULLS
A fine 4 bedroom period detached coastal villa in a spectacular beachside location with detached guest house , beach access and stunning sea views . Set in mature grounds of approximately 3 acres ( 1.22 ha ); there are paddocks , an orchard , outbuildings and pond .
This period stone-built property stands in a private waterside location on the edge of the popular village of Binstead at the end of a tree-lined drive . It is within easy reach of Ryde School and the extensive facilities and mainland connections of both Ryde and nearby Fishbourne .
The property has extensive beach frontage with direct access to the beach and thence to miles of coastline , the property would make an ideal family home or holiday retreat . The detached guest house , Player ’ s Cottage , offers additional accommodation for visitors .
This really is a lifestyle property for someone looking to live by the sea and to escape the hustle-bustle of mainland life . There is an opportunity to further modernise and enhance the existing accommodation to create something really breath-taking . Outbuildings and garaging offer extensive storage
“ It is constructed of stone elevations beneath tiled roofs in the ‘ cottage orné ’ style with steep pitched roofs , pillared verandah and attractive oriel and dormer windows .” whilst the land could be used for smallholding , equestrian or garden uses . Glamping or other low-key enterprises may be possible subject to obtaining any necessary planning , highways or legal consents .
Seagulls Cottage is believed to date from the mid 19th Century and to have been built as a beach or boat house for a nearby manor . It has living accommodation extending over two storeys comprising entrance porch , lounge leading to an open plan sitting room and dining room . A pretty verandah extends along the seaward side of the Ground Floor overlooking the pond and from which to enjoy the sea views . The spacious Kitchen opens on to the Breakfast Room . On the first floor there are four double bedrooms , two of which have far-reaching sea views and a family bathroom .
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