Medina Road, Cowes - Guide price £185,000 Freehold 

Property Details

Situated on the water's edge at the mouth of the River Medina in what used to be the famous Bell Inn, is this surprisingly spacious and charming 2 bedroom cottage. Converted in the early 90's, 2 Bell Cottage has its accommodation split over 3 floors; the front door opens in to the living room which offers good views of the river and river traffic; with the door and windows open it feels like being on the river! The kitchen is to the rear with doors out to the courtyard. On the first floor is a characterful main bedroom that has stripped wooden floorboards, high ceilings and harbour views from the box sash window. Across the landing is a decent sized shower room with WC, wash hand basin and plumbing for washing machine. Seperate to this is a nice, newly fitted bathroom suite comprising a large panelled bath, WC and wash hand basin. On the second floor is the second bedroom, again with good views. There is also access to very good storage space in the eaves. This delightful cottage would ideally suit someone seeking a bolt hole with the convenience of being close to the main berthing areas of Cowes, or someone just seeking something different!





Ground Floor

Living Room

Kitchen

First Floor

Bedroom 1 with harbour views.

Shower Room

Bathroom

Second Floor

Bedroom 2 with harbour views.

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, gas, water and foul drainage. The heating system is provided by a gas-fired boiler via radiators.

Council Tax: Band B Amount Payable 2010/11: £1,132.76. (There is currently a 10% discount available for properties used as second homes).

The Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight, situated off the South Coast of England, is becoming an ever-more popular location for second and permanent homes. Originally made popular by Queen Victoria, who had her maritime residence at Osborne, the Island is famous for sailing in the Solent; for Cowes Week; for its beautiful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.  There are now many more facilities than once were the case, Sainsbury, Tesco and M&S all now have a presence as have 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 to 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 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 - including a cricket academy - as well as sailing, wind surfing and other water sports.  Good transport links enable day trips to the shopping centres of West Quay, Southampton and Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth.

Cowes
Cowes is host to Cowes Week, one of the most famous sailing regattas in the world, the pinnacle of the racing calendar. It is followed by events such as Little Britain and the Powerboat Festival. The Round the Island Race, with over 1500 entries, is a spectacular sight in June and each week throughout the year there is activity on the water. There are many Yacht clubs in Cowes including the Royal Yacht Squadron. Cowes town has a wide variety of shops and facilities. There is a medical centre, dentist and veterinary surgery in the town. There is a choice of primary schools, two middle schools and a high school.

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 fitted carpets, curtains or blinds, nor are any gas or electrical appliances included, 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.

Directions:
From Newport, follow the signs into Cowes along Newport Road. At the junction of Newport Road and Mill Hill road turn right down into Medina Road toward the chain Ferry, 2 Bell Cottages will be found on the right hand side.



Viewing
Please contact Creasey Biles & King on 01983 527744 if you wish to arrange a viewing appointment for this property or require further information.

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