Susan Payne Property

Welcome to 36 Mitchell Avenue

Set within one of Ventnor’s most characterful settings, this detached Victorian stone coach house has been sympathetically and intelligently converted to create a striking five-bedroom home of impressive scale and individuality. Behind its handsome stone façade, arched openings and elegant, clay-tiled roofline, the accommodation unfolds with a wonderfully generous open plan ground floor, where hardwood flooring, tall ceilings and period detail create a sense of warmth and substance. The sitting room is a particular highlight, centred around a wood-burning stove and framed by a dramatic arched window, while the space flows into a large dining area and on to the kitchen and breakfast area, which draws the eye through to the garden and sea beyond. Fresh neutral décor allows the architecture to take centre stage, with flexible family spaces, useful ancillary rooms and five bedrooms arranged across the first floor. Outside, mature planting, private terraces, gated parking and views over the Channel complete a home with genuine presence, atmosphere and lifestyle appeal.

Mitchell Avenue enjoys a highly convenient Ventnor setting, well placed for both the town’s amenities and the Island’s beautiful south coast scenery. Ventnor itself is celebrated for its sheltered microclimate, golden beach, independent shops, restaurants, cafés and thriving arts scene. Everyday essentials are close at hand, with local schools, a convenience store, supermarkets, medical facilities, pharmacies and a post office all within reach, while the seafront and coastal trails offer endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The surrounding landscape is equally appealing, with St Boniface Down providing dramatic green scenery and elevated walking routes just above the town. Newport is approximately 25 minutes by car, and Southern Vectis route 3 links Newport Road with Ventnor, Newport and Ryde, including the intermediate villages.

The Approach

Set back behind a substantial wall and ornate iron gates, the property creates an immediate sense of privacy and arrival. A large block-paved driveway leads towards the handsome stone coach house, where mature planting, established palms and the distinctive Victorian architecture creates an enchanting and characterful first impression.

Ground Floor

The ground floor has a wonderfully open and sociable arrangement, beginning with a central entrance area that draws the eye through to the generous principal living spaces. The sitting room is an impressive room, with hardwood flooring, soft neutral décor, a wood-burning stove and a striking black arched window believed to sit within one of the original coach openings. This beautiful feature gives the room a memorable architectural focus and a strong connection to the building’s former life.

The dining area flows naturally from the sitting room, creating a flexible open plan layout well suited to family life, entertaining and everyday living. There is ample space for a large dining table, relaxed seating or work-from-home use, while the continuation of hardwood flooring gives the space a cohesive, elegant feel. Tucked just off this area is a well-positioned utility room, fitted with worktops, cupboards and space for laundry appliances. Also on this level is a further versatile study/pantry/gym, which offers excellent flexibility for storage, hobbies, home working or fitness use.

The kitchen and breakfast room sits to the rear of the house and enjoys a particularly inviting relationship with the outside space. Fitted with a range of cabinetry and generous worktop space, it includes room for informal dining and features Velux windows and doors opening directly onto the rear decked terrace. The outlook from here is a real delight, taking in mature planting, coastal light and glimpses towards the sea.

First Floor

The first floor provides five bedrooms arranged from a central landing, giving the upper accommodation a sense of space and individuality. The bedrooms are well proportioned and full of charm, with a mix of hardwood flooring, soft carpeting, period-style doors, vaulted ceilings and characterful windows. Several rooms enjoy beautiful outlooks, with views to the rear across Ventnor town and out towards the Channel, while the front and side aspects take in attractive greenery and the rising landscape towards St Boniface Down.

Bedroom two benefits from access to a small observation point with a tiled surface, which appears to have once formed part of a balcony-style feature. It is not currently presented as a usable balcony and would require suitable assessment should a future owner wish to reinstate it for that purpose. The first floor is served by both a family bathroom and a separate shower room, providing practical facilities for family life or visiting guests.