Description
Sweet Briar is a three double-bedroom/two bathroom detached bungalow, beautifully presented and well-maintained, set in a generous plot in an idyllic, secluded location in the former grounds of historic Westhill Manor.

Originally constructed in 1992 and in family ownership since new, Sweet Briar is an impressive and generously proportioned detached home. Well-maintained throughout and presented in a blend of soft, neutral colours and high-quality finishes, the bungalow benefits from an abundance of glazing which fills the property with light. Updated over recent years, upgrades include a Signature kitchen, refurbished bathrooms, windows and doors, soffits, fascias and guttering, and upgraded flooring. With a flowing layout suited to modern living, the accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall, a spacious living room, which is open plan to a kitchen/diner, a conservatory looking over the garden, useful utility room, rear lobby, three double bedrooms, one of which is ensuite, and a family bathroom.

The bungalow is set on a corner plot, surrounded by other high-quality residences and the historically significant Westhill Manor, which has been thoughtfully converted into luxury apartments. The Westhill Manor estate offers tranquil and serene surroundings, and opposite the property is the picturesque local cricket ground. This wonderful home is a short distance from Shanklin town centre which boasts a wonderful mix of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants. Stunning places to walk and explore lie moments from the property; these include the picturesque Old Village and the unique gorge at Shanklin Chine. This desirable holiday town enjoys a mix of amenities, including recreational parks, gardens, extensive sandy beaches and seafront amusements. The local train station provides a service to the FastCat mainland passenger ferry and Hovercraft in Ryde and the train station is conveniently situated on the Red Squirrel Trail cycle track which runs from Sandown to Wroxall.

Welcome to Sweet Briar
From popular Westhill Road, a private driveway leads through the grounds of Westhill Manor and gives access to Sweet Briar. Large gates lead to a private driveway with plenty of parking, and a paved pathway leads to a grey half glazed composite back door. Two steps and a paved pathway flanked with a mature border lead from the driveway entrance to the smart grey composite front door to the side of the building.

Entrance Hall
The welcoming entrance hall is presented in an elegant scheme of fresh, neutral walls and attractive luxury vinyl tile wood-finish flooring. The entrance hall has a hatch to the loft, which is insulated, has power and lighting, and a pull-down ladder.

Living Room
An extremely generous space, with twin windows to the front aspect, and a large sliding door to the conservatory, which combine to create a light and bright ambience. There is a feature chimney breast, finished in an uplifting yellow hue, and home to a Clearview multi-fuel stove, set on a hearth. The chic décor and luxury vinyl tile flooring continues, and flows through an open archway to the kitchen/diner.

Conservatory
Providing a wraparound view over the garden, the conservatory has a polycarbonate roof, tiled floor, and French doors which lead onto a dining terrace.

Kitchen/Diner
The beautiful Signature kitchen is a blend of base, wall and full height shaker style cabinets, complemented with fabulous light worktops which wrap around the kitchen to a peninsula, creating a wonderfully social space. A glorious Everhot stove takes central stage, adjacent to a working area with an inset sink and drainer with a mixer tap. There is also space for a large fridge-freezer. To one end of the room is space for a dining/breakfast table, and to the other, French doors lead out to the garden. A doorway leads to the utility room.

Utility Room
The useful utility room has a mix of base and wall cabinets, matching the kitchen, with an inset sink and drainer and mixer tap, an integrated dishwasher and space for a washing machine. A tall cupboard is home to a Vaillant combi boiler, and a door leads to the rear lobby.

Rear Lobby
Perfect for boots and shoes, the rear lobby has triple windows and a door to the rear garden.

Bedroom One
A spacious room with a window overlooking the garden, and a whole wall of fitted wardrobes which provide a wonderful amount of storage. Neutral walls are complemented with a neutral carpet, and a door leads to the ensuite shower room.

Ensuite Shower Room
The ensuite has been updated in recent years, and features a luxuriously large walk-in shower with rainshower head, a pedestal basin with a mixer tap and fitted mirror and a matching low-level WC. There is a window with frosted glass for privacy, two heated chrome towel rails, and the ensuite is finished in attractive neutral tones.

Bedroom Two
Dual-aspect windows provide plenty of natural light and lovely garden views in the generously proportioned second bedroom, which is presented in a mix of soft neutral colours.

Bedroom Three
Currently in use as a magnificent study, the third bedroom is another well-proportioned double room, complete with neutral décor and dual aspect glazing.

Bathroom
Another upgraded space, the family bathroom features a white suite comprising a full size low level bath with a mixer tap, a low-level WC and a pedestal basin with a mixer tap and fitted mirror, plus there is a large corner shower with rain head. The bathroom has a smart, grey tiled floor and fresh white walls, a heated chrome towel rail and a window with frosted glass for privacy.

Outside
A mature border sets the bungalow back from the estate driveway, enhancing privacy, and is overflowing with beautiful, well-established planting. Large, bespoke timber gates provide access to the rear garden, which includes a large parking area for multiple vehicles, ornamental ponds, paved terraces, and a recently installed cabin, complete with composite cladding. A composite deck is step free and provides a fabulous outside dining and seating area. A path connects to the front elevation and on to the side garden, which is an enchanting mix of mature planting, ornamental borders and lawn.

Sweet Briar presents an enviable opportunity to purchase a wonderful home, with all of the convenience of a modern property, set in a historic, idyllic location. An early viewing with the sole agent Susan Payne Property is highly recommended.

Additional Details
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E
Services: Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage

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.

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