No bars, no signal predictedOne bar, reliable signal unlikelyTwo bars, may experience problems with connectivityThree bars, likely to have good coverage and receive a data rate to support basic web servicesFull bars, likely to have good coverage indoors and to receive an enhanced data rate to support multimedia services
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Hillside
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0 bed
0 bath
8,558 sq ft / 795 sq m

Property description & features

A substantial Georgian guesthouse with far-reaching sea views providing a unique lifestyle business opportunity

Full Description - SPACIOUS ENTRANCE HALL | TWO RECEPTION ROOMS | DINING ROOM | CONSERVATORY | KITCHEN | OFFICE | UTILILTY AREA | WINE STORE | SERVICE AREA AND BOILER ROOM

GALLERIED LANDING | HOUSEKEEPERS SUITE | 14 BEDROOMS (13 EN-SUITE) |SEPARATE BATHROOM

SPACIOUS SELF-CONTAINED TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH FAMILY BATHROOM | LAUNDRY ROOM | FURTHER DOUBLE BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE | DOUBLE GARAGE

OVERALL OPTION OF 17 BEDROOMS SLEEPING 33, 12 OFF-ROAD PARKING SPACES AND MATURE GARDENS & GROUNDS OF APPROX. 1.35 ACRES

Location - The Isle of Wight & Getting Here
The Island is 26 miles by 13 miles and only a short sea crossing from the mainland, providing a safe haven and tranquil environment. The Island has many attributes such as its slower pace of life, real sense of community and microclimate (which is particularly enjoyed in Ventnor), yet being within 2 hours of London.

Enjoying charming, unspoilt villages and fine seaside resorts, as well as 57 miles of impressive and varied coastline offering breathtaking scenery and many safe, sandy beaches making sailing, windsurfing and swimming popular pursuits, as well as land-based activities such as golf, horse riding and tennis. With an abundance of outdoor space, there is much wildlife and nature to be enjoyed, as well as lots of locally grown produce sold in independent shops and served in the many popular restaurants and cafes. Simply, there is something for everyone.

Ventnor is a particularly creative town, with many independent artists, makers and retailers. There are frequent events to be enjoyed from weekly art classes, seasonal wreath workshops to the annual Ventnor Fringe, one of the largest festivals celebrating arts and culture on the south coast. With many ways of crossing The Solent to the Island, it is easily accessible and an enjoyable journey.

If travelling by car there is a choice of three routes all with frequent services: including, Portsmouth to Fishbourne (45 minutes). If travelling on foot there is a fast and frequent catamaran service from Portsmouth to Ryde (15 minutes) and a similar service from Southampton to Cowes (23 minutes), both connecting with regular mainline train services to London Waterloo. There is also a hovercraft from Southsea to Ryde, taking 10 minutes. To the west of Bembridge there is a small private aerodrome and Southampton Airport is also within easy reach, on the mainland.

The Locality
Situated in the sought-after coastal town of Ventnor to the south of the Island in an elevated position, nestled into St Boniface Down. This sheltered south facing position benefits from an excellent microclimate, with the area developing popularity in the Victorian era for its fresh, clean air, (with prevailing winds coming 6000 miles over the Atlantic). Regularly visited by well-known names such as Charles Dickens, Karl Marx and Thomas Carlisle, many impressive Victorian villas were built which combined with the natural beauty of the area and sea views form a delightful setting. Hillside benefits from an elevated position within the town, from which wonderful southerly views can be enjoyed over its grounds and far into the English Channel.

The beautiful Botanic Gardens, selection of independent shops and array of attractive bars and eateries are only a short walk from the property, whilst Ventnor Beach is also a nearby walk, as well as access to many coastal walks to further beautiful bays and coves.

Services - Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage. Gas fired central heating via two boilers and water tanks, set in zones to provide instant hot water.

Viewing - All viewings will be strictly by prior arrangement with the selling agents, Spence Willard.

Rates - The property has a current rateable value of £12,250. Rates payable for 2022/23 are:
Council Tax £1463
Business Rates £254

Vat - If the sale of the property is deemed to be a chargeable supply for VAT purposes such tax will be payable by the purchaser in addition to the sale price.

Parking Notes - Parking for up to 12 cars

Planning - Hillside is considered a guesthouse by the local authority.

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    Spence Willard is a privately owned independent Estate Agency set up in 2012 to offer quality sales and lettings across the Isle of Wight. Our in-depth knowledge of the local property market and unbridled passion for the Isle of Wight enables us to work tirelessly hard to offer a first class service to buyers and sellers. With our strong emphasis on effective marketing strategies, we utilise national and international links combined with the latest technological innovations, to find the best solutions for clients, at the right price through careful negotiation. Our focus is to deliver a super-efficient, hassle-free property process that benefit both vendor and purchaser, tenant and landlord. We’ve built a thriving and dynamic, forward-thinking team to create market leaders in the sale of quality coastal and country houses across the Island.

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