Bannock Road, Whitwell

Offering a peaceful semi-rural lifestyle, this beautifully upgraded home has spacious accommodation with the benefit of a sunroom leading out into the delightful garden, plus a separate cabin, driveway parking and a garage.

Presented to a high standard, this spacious detached bungalow has been updated throughout by the current owners, and blends an abundance of high-quality finishes with contemporary fresh neutral décor to create a fabulous home. The property is set back from the road, with well-established planting enhancing privacy, with a magnificent, zoned garden to the rear, which comes complete with a terrace, patio, lawns and a wonderful garden cabin, currently in use as a home bar, but equally suitable as a summerhouse or work-from-home space. Beautifully presented accommodation comprises a welcoming porch and entrance hall, an open plan lounge/diner, kitchen, large sunroom with fantastic views, three bedrooms and a recently updated shower room.

Located on a quiet residential road, the property benefits from nearby village amenities, including a highly regarded pub, a garage and a convenient post office. Whitwell has many footpaths and bridleways running through it, connecting to a wonderful network of country walks. The village hall enjoys many activities and events, including the Whitwell Village Show which takes place annually each summer. Additionally, the popular village of Niton is just a few minutes’ drive away which provides a great range of facilities including local schools at pre-school and primary level, a convenience store, a post office, a medical centre, pubs and a cafe, and a pharmacy. Southern Vectis bus route 6 links Whitwell with the towns of Newport and Ventnor, including intermediate villages.

Welcome To 24 Bannock Road - Set back from popular Bannock Road, a large block paved driveway leads through the attractive front garden and on to No. 24. Cream cladding, Island stone and fresh white UPVC double glazing combine on the front façade, with a glazed front door to create a welcoming entrance to the property.

Porch - The porch benefits from a practical terracotta tile floor, white walls and a cupboard which neatly conceals the electrical panel. A glazed door and panel leads into the entrance hall.

Entrance Hall - The spacious entrance hall is presented with neutral walls over a beautiful oak floor, and has useful built-in storage cupboards, one of which is home to the boiler. A hatch provides access to the loft, which is well-insulated, part-boarded and features a pull-down ladder. A doorway leads into the kitchen, and there are doors to the lounge/diner, shower room and to all three bedrooms.

Lounge/Diner - 7.18m x 3.72m max (23'6" x 12'2" max) - The fabulous oak flooring and neutral décor flows through into the open-plan lounge/diner. An abundance of glazing floods the room with natural light, with a large window to the front aspect looking over the garden and driveway, twin windows to the side aspect and a pair of sliding doors that connect with the sunroom.

Kitchen - 2.90m x 2.54m (9'6" x 8'3") - Contemporary glossy cream base and wall cabinets are complemented by metro tile splashbacks, dark roll-edge worktops and a stylish dark wood-vinyl floor. Integrated appliances include a gas hob (supplied by private bottled Calor gas), high-level oven and grill, an under-counter fridge and freezer, plus there is space for a washing machine and an inset stainless-steel sink and drainer complete with a mixer tap. A window and a part glazed door lead out to the sunroom.

Sunroom - 5.30m x 2.47m (17'4" x 8'1") - Glazed on three sides with full-height windows, the sunroom provides wonderful panoramic views over the garden and onto the spectacular downs beyond. With terracotta floor tiles and neutral walls, the sunroom adds further versatility to the floorplan, and also has French doors which lead out on to the wraparound sundeck.

Bedroom One - 3.98m x 3.15m (13'0" x 10'4") - The primary bedroom is spacious and light, with a window to the front aspect, neutral walls and a plush carpet, and plenty of room for bedroom furniture.

Bedroom Two - 3.02m x 3.00 (9'10" x 9'10") - Modern grey walls and a soft carpet combine in the second bedroom, which also has a window to the rear aspect which fills the room with light and affords far reaching downland views.

Bedroom Three - 2.87m x 2.27m (9'4" x 7'5") - Bedroom three is another well-proportioned room, with light, neutral décor, a plush neutral carpet, and a window to the front aspect.

Shower Room - Fully tiled in a combination of modern grey and calming neutral tiles with mosaic detailing over a grey wood-vinyl floor, the shower room has a pair of windows to the front aspect with patterned glass for privacy and a contemporary grey towel rail. There is a chic floating basin with a mixer tap and a matching low-level WC, and a luxuriously large, walk-in shower.

Outside - Front - The front garden is a mix of lawn, mature border shrubs which add privacy, and gravel borders. The expansive, block-paved driveway provides plenty of parking for multiple vehicles, and a secure gate connects to the rear garden.

Garage - 5.90m x 2.50m (19'4" x 8'2") - The good-size garage has an updated up-and-over door and has recently had a new roof covering, and also benefits from electric sockets and lighting, plus a window to the rear garden.

Outside - Rear - At the top of the garden, a gravel border provides a fabulous outside seating area, and connects to the wraparound sundeck via a concrete path. The sundeck provides wonderful views over the garden and to the downland beyond. The garden is mostly laid to lawn, and has a substantial tool shed, mature hedging and high-quality fencing and a tucked away storage area. A patio wraps around the cabin.

Cabin - 4.10m x 2.10m (13'5" x 6'10") - Currently in use as a home bar, the cabin is a stunning addition. Fully insulated and with double-glazed windows and doors leading out to the patio, the cabin could be used as a BBQ hut, summerhouse, gym or work-from-home space.

24 Bannock Road presents an enviable opportunity to purchase a beautiful bungalow, upgraded and presented to a high standard throughout, and set in an extremely popular semi-rural village location. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.

Additional Details - Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage, private oil and bottled gas supply.

Agent Notes:
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures and fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Susan Payne Property Ltd. Company no. 10753879.