Description
Forming part of a converted Georgian residence, this substantial ground floor apartment offers an exciting renovation opportunity and a highly desirable coastal lifestyle in the heart of Ryde.

Located just moments from golden sandy beaches and mainland travel links across the Solent, Flat 1 Saxonbury House offers a slice of seaside life in this highly desirable area of Ryde and presents an incredible opportunity for the new owners to put their own stamp on. Typical of its era, the vast high ceilings and substantial proportions of the accommodation create a sense of grandeur and provide plenty of potential to be reconfigured, modified, and upgraded.

Benefiting from plenty of natural light and a convenient ground floor position, the accommodation is easily accessible and comprises an entrance hall leading to a shower room, a dining room with an open aspect to a large kitchen, and a spacious internal lobby which proceeds to two bedrooms and an expansive living room with French doors to the grounds. Providing a spacious and relaxing outdoor environment, the lawned communal gardens wrap around Saxonbury House, and enjoy glorious far-reaching sea views to the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth. Furthermore, Flat 1 comes complete with off-road parking provided by a garage with a driveway to the rear of the building.

Situated in a convenient position in this enviable location of Ryde, pleasant coastal walks along the sandy golden beaches and to historical places of interest are located right on the doorstep of the property including the ‘Ladies Walk’ footpath that leads to the magnificent Quarr Abbey. Ryde's bustling Union Street and High Street are conveniently located just a short flat walk away and supply plenty of local amenities including boutique shops, convenience stores, and a superb choice of eateries. This popular coastal town is home to a local cinema and has a whole host of seaside activities to enjoy such as ten-pin bowling, an open-air swimming pool, and traditional amusement arcades. The location is perfect for easy access to high-speed foot passenger ferry services along the esplanade and a regular car ferry service from Fishbourne to Portsmouth is just a few miles away.

Welcome to Flat 1 Saxonbury House
Nestled within its walled communal gardens, Saxonbury House offers a private setting away from West Street and creates a delightful first impression as you enter through the blue gated entrance with its striking white rendered exterior and grand Georgian character. Pathways meander through the grounds and lead to a communal entrance hall at the side elevation.

Entrance Hall (extending to 4.42m (extending to 14'06))
The entrance hall for the apartment gives access to a shower room, and two open doorways to a central lobby and a dining room connecting with a kitchen. A pendant light and loft hatch are also located here.

Shower Room (2.59m x 2.21m (8'06 x 7'03))
With an opaque window to the side aspect and a ceiling light, this large room benefits from a radiator and has a shower cubicle, a dual flush w.c, a pedestal hand basin, and a bidet.

Dining Room (2.59m x 2.24m (8'06 x 7'04))
Featuring an internal window to the entrance hall, this space has a radiator, a pendant light fixture, and an open aspect to the kitchen via an arched walk-through.

Kitchen (4.55m max x 2.36m (14'11 max x 7'09))
This spacious room enjoys natural light from a large window to the front with sea glimpses beyond the gardens. With a wood-effect vinyl floor, this space is fitted with white wall and base cabinets with a countertop incorporating a stainless steel sink with double drainers. Fitted with a telephone point and two ceiling strip lights, this room also has a Vaillant gas boiler which was installed in 2015, and a full-height built-in cupboard housing a gas meter.

Lobby (5.66m x 1.78m (18'07 x 5'10))
Proceeding to the two bedrooms and the living room, this generous space has a large radiator, a pendant light fixture, a built-in cloak cupboard with double doors, and a ceiling-height cupboard housing an electrical consumer unit.

Living Room (6.58m into bay x 6.02m max (21'07 into bay x 19'09)
Warmed by two large radiators, this generously proportioned room enjoys a large bay to the side aspect with French glazed doors opening to the gardens. Fitted with two pendant light fixtures and two wall lights, this room also has a gas coal-effect feature fireplace, a telephone/internet point, and a television aerial connection.

Bedroom One (4.60m max x 4.55m max (15'01 max x 14'11 max))
Boasting a dual aspect with deep set windows to the side and front, this naturally light room offers a spacious double size and enjoys sea glimpses beyond the grounds. This room is fitted with a pendant light, a radiator, a television aerial connection, and a telephone/internet point.

Bedroom Two (2.77m max x 2.72m max (9'01 max x 8'11 max))
The smallest of the two bedrooms, this space has a built-in cupboard and a deep set window to the front aspect overlooking the gardens. Also located here is a radiator, a pendant light fixture, and an internal window to the lobby.

Communal Gardens
The spacious, well-kept lawned grounds wrap around Saxonbury House, offering a private walled garden for residents to enjoy with wonderful sea views towards Ryde Pier. Old stone pathways meander through the lawn and a range of mature shrubs create further seclusion and an inviting environment for small wild birds.

Parking
Accessed via the grounds at the rear of the building and via a private lane from Spencer Road, a row of residents garages and parking areas provide Flat 1 with a single-sized garage with a parking space in front as well as an additional allocated space.

This unique apartment is full of unexpected surprises, from the size of the interior to the bonuses of sea view communal gardens and off-road parking complete with a garage. Flat 1 Saxonbury House offers an exciting opportunity to create a stunning home in an ideal location for Ryde town, sandy beaches, and those all-important transport links to the mainland. A viewing is highly recommended with the sole agent Susan Payne Property.

Additional Details
Tenure: Leasehold (The freehold is owned by a management company and each flat owner is a director of it).
Lease Term: 125 years from 01/09/1980
Maintenance Fees: £70/month
Lease Info: There are no restrictions on pets or lettings/holiday lettings.

Council Tax Band: C
Services: Electricity, mains water and drainage, gas central heating.

Viewing
Please contact us on 01983 566244 if you wish to arrange a viewing appointment for this property, or require further information.

Disclaimer
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