3 bedroom house

DESCRIPTION Jobsons Cottage is situated in the sought-after southern part of the Isle of Wight near the attractive village of Niton.

Benefiting from wonderful views over its own land and The Downs, it was the original farmhouse for Jobsons Farm up until the late 19th century. With an abundance of history and character it has been maintained to high standards. Jobsons Cottage provides well-proportioned rooms, most of which have fine views over the gardens, grounds, paddocks, Downs and beyond.

Entered via the porch, on the left side of the property is a useful dual-aspect, office/study room enjoying wonderful views. The cosy lounge, next to the office/study has a wood burner and wonderful original stone fireplace. The lounge features timber beams and views over the garden. On the other side of the property there is a good size dining room, with patio doors leading out to the south facing garden courtyard which provides outstanding views to the South. The kitchen is open planned with modern shaker style kitchen units, and a kitchen island. From the kitchen there is a useful utility which houses various appliances. The downstairs of Jobsons Cottage includes a downstairs bathroom, with walk in shower. Most of the ground floor benefits from original flagstone flooring.

On the first floor the accommodation comprises a spacious master bedroom with en-suite, two further bedrooms (one double with en-suite and one small double). All the bedrooms on the first floor enjoy wonderful views over the house gardens, land and The Downs.  

SITUATION Situated in a semi-rural location, just outside of the Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, approximately ¼ a mile from Niton Village Centre. The property is surrounded by its own land and benefits from stunning views towards The Downs. Niton is an attractive and popular village in the south of the Island, with easy access to extensive National Trust land around St Catherine's Lighthouse with paths leading down to local bays and beaches. The nearby 16th Century Buddle Inn is a short distance away whilst the village centre is a 2 minute walk, with two pubs, shops, school and other local amenities.

The attractive seaside town of Ventnor with its many cafes, restaurants, fish market and beaches is only a 10 minute drive away. The Property is also in easy-reach of the popular centres of Ryde, Bembridge, Yarmouth and Cowes, giving fast and frequent communication to the Mainland. The Isle of Wight is a well renowned world yachting centre, boasting a range of yacht clubs, high class restaurants and miles of glorious coastline.

The annual world-famous sailing spectacle that is the Round the Island race takes place every year with over 16,000 sailors competing.

There are extensive bridleways right across St Catherines Down and beyond with access just a short hack up the road.  

JOBSONS DAIRY Jobsons Dairy, also Grade II listed, was converted about 10 years ago by well-respected Island Contractors, JR Buckett and Sons. The Dairy is entered separately via the porch from a separate courtyard. The Dairy features light and airy rooms, comprising an open plan kitchen/dining/lounge with patio doors to the courtyard, two double bedrooms and a modern and stylish family bathroom. The Dairy enjoy wonderful southwards views over its own land and would be ideal as a self-contained unit for family or alternatively and potential income stream. There is a structural opening in the Dairy kitchen that could be opened (subject to the relevant consents), if required. 

BUILDINGS The property includes a range of useful agricultural and equestrian buildings, which may have potential for change of uses (subject to the relevant consent). These include a large non-listed unconverted stone barn which benefits from extant planning consent for a two bedroom holiday cottage with adjoining workshop (12m x 5.7m), enjoying stunning views over the paddocks and The Downs and a large agricultural barn extending to (14m x 25m) which includes a concrete floor, electric and water including 5 internal loose boxes and an internal workshop. Next to the agricultural buildings there is a large area of concrete hard-standing which could be used for
additional storage, if required. 

GARDENS AND GROUNDS Jobsons Cottage is enveloped in well established gardens. The garden adjacent to the house include well stocked borders with a raised decking area. The main house also enjoys a wonderful south facing courtyard garden.

Jobsons Dairy enjoys a courtyard garden again enjoying stunning views with separate private area where the hot tub is situated.  

PADDOCKS AND MENAGE There are several well fenced paddocks to the south and southeast of the property extending to about 8.5 acres. The paddocks are well drained with direct access from Chatfield Road and public bridleway a short ride to nearby Whitwell. The property also includes a 35m by 20m menage with sand sub-structure and rubber chippings. 

METHOD OF SALE The property is offered for sale by private treaty.  

RIGHTS OF WAY There are no public rights of way crossing the property.  

SERVICES Private drainage (Septic Tank), Mains Water and Electric. Oil Fired Central Heating.  

TENURE AND POSSESSION Vacant possession will be given of the whole
upon completion of the sale. 

PLANNING The property is just outside of the Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty therefore relevant permitted development rights could apply.

Jobsons Cottage and Jobsons Dairy are both Grade II listed. 

LOCAL AUTHORITY Isle of Wight Council.  

POSTCODE PO38 2NS.

Marketed by: BCM, Isle of Wight