Alexandra Avenue, Hayling Island

The Priory: Built in 1905 this early Edwardian property was originally used as the summer residence, for a wealthy merchant.

In 1933 it became The Priory School, Hayling Island, and was used as an annexed boarding junior school for Lynton House School, Portsmouth (est.1890). Being in a comparatively sheltered position about 150 yards from the beach, the school became a happy haven for the children.

Today the Priory is very much a family home, sympathetically modernised, but still true to its Edwardian heritage.

The Priory is perfect for those who like to entertain. The large reception rooms and spacious downstairs areas creating a light airy ambience, further enhanced with generous access to both the north and south gardens through the Orangery with its vaulted sky lantern, or via the Drawing room with its unique “Shipwrights” ceiling.

A big bonus is the virtually self-contained Annex, ideally suited for an elderly relative or even as a B&B opportunity.

For those who enjoy an outdoor life, the beach is just at the end of the road being visible from the house, and the world famous” Seacourt Tennis Club” with its “Real Tennis” court is just a minutes’ walk away.

For the maritime fraternity, the Priory offers ample space on the front entrance driveway for storing Ribs or even trailer yachts, and is 2.6 miles, 8 x minute drive away from Hayling Island Sailing Club (HISC).

Golfers will find the Priory is 1.3 miles (4 x minute drive) from the challenging Links course at Hayling Island Golf club.

After twenty-three years of family life at the Priory, the current owners (recently retired) have decided to downsize and intend to remain on the island. They hope the new owners will enjoy the character and way of life the Priory has to offer.

The accommodation comprises:

ATTRACTIVE COVERED PORCH
Tiled step. Feature part glazed door, (with two matching side windows), to:

SPACIOUS HALLWAY
Picture rail. Space for coats etc. Staircase leading to the first floor with a recess under. Radiator. Doors leading to:

CLOAKROOM
Fitted with an attractive white suite. Low level WC. Wash hand basin with mixer taps. Radiator. Extractor. Laminated wood flooring.

FAMILY ROOM
18’1” x 16’5” (5.51m x 5m) max. Five UPVC double glazed picture windows, (which are situated in the turret). Decorative coved ceiling. Radiator. Telephone point. Picture window to the front. Fitted bookshelf. Part glazed door to the south facing covered veranda. Feature open fireplace with a tiled hearth and an attractive surround.

LOUNGE
25’2” x 21’5” (7.67m x 6.52m) Three south facing part glazed casement doors leading to the south facing covered veranda. Two display alcoves. Feature inset coal effect gas fire with a tiled hearth and an attractive surround. Wide glazed bi-fold doors leading to the Orangery. Doors leading to:

DINING ROOM
22’2” x 13’ (6.75m x 3.96m) Four south facing picture windows in a deep half bay to the front. Decorative coved ceiling. Two radiators. Television point. Two picture windows to the front. Part glazed door to the south facing covered veranda.

KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM
20’11” x 13’ (6.37m x 3.96m) Fitted on all sides with attractive soft closing units. Range of Corian worktops with drawers and cupboards under. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps and a cupboard under. Matching high level cupboards. Large matching centre island which has a breakfast bar and drawers and cupboards under. Two built in eye level Beaumatic stainless steel double ovens. Inset six ring stainless steel gas hob with a stainless steel extractor over. Wide recess with a fitted fridge, freezer and large wine cooler. Built in Hotpoint stainless steel coffee machine. Built in microwave. Ceramic tiled floor. Three UPVC double glazed windows with obscured glass to the side. Glazed door to the Orangery. Part glazed door to:

UTILITY ROOM
13’1” x 8’4” (3.98m x 2.54m) Range of worktops. Space and plumbing for a washing machine. Space and plumbing for a dishwasher. Recess for a fridge. Space for a tumble dryer. Fitted wine cooler. Space for coats etc. Ceramic tiled floor. Double glazed door to the rear garden. Glow-worm gas boiler.

ORANGERY
23’ x 20’6” (7.01m x 6.24m) Three part glazed casement doors leading to the attractive garden and patio. Laminated wood flooring. Large feature roof lantern. Two dimmer switches. Two radiators. Television point. Attractive cast iron log burner. Inset ceiling spotlights.

INNER HALLWAY
(could possibly be a kitchen for an annexe etc). Shelving. Access to the loft space. Inset ceiling spotlights. Radiators. Doors to:

BATHROOM
Fitted with an attractive white suite. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin with mixer taps and splashback tiles. Panelled bath with mixer taps and a shower over. Side screen. Walls part tiled. Shaver point. Extractor. UPVC double glazed window with obscured glass to the front.

BEDROOM 5
13’1” x 10’10” (3.98m x 3.30m) UPVC double glazed window to the front. Radiator. Shelving. Built in wardrobe. Return door to the hallway. Door to:

STUDY
UPVC double glazed window to the front. Radiator. Picture rail. Telephone point.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING
UPVC double glazed window to the rear. Two double glazed Velux roof windows to the side. Doors leading to:

BEDROOM 1
14’5” x 13’1” (4.39m x 3.98m) South facing UPVC double glazed window with pleasant views over the rear garden and some distance sea glimpses. Radiator. Fitted dressing table. Double door fitted wardrobe. Door to:

SHOWER EN-SUITE
Fitted with an attractive white suite. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin with splashback tiles. Fully tiled shower enclosure with a mixer shower. Recessed shelving. Radiator. Double glazed roof window to the rear.

BEDROOM 2
13’4” x 8’3” (4.06m x 2.51m) UPVC double glazed window to the front. Radiator. Built in cupboard. Double door fitted wardrobe. Door to:

SHOWER EN-SUITE
Fitted with an attractive white suite. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin with splashback tiles. Fully tiled shower enclosure with a mixer shower. Radiator. Double glazed roof window to the front. Double door fitted cupboard.

BEDROOM 3
13’ x 10’8” (3.96m x 3.25m) South facing UPVC double glazed window with pleasant views over the rear garden and some sea glimpses. Radiator.

BEDROOM 4
16’5” x 13’ (5m x 3.96m) max. Recess for a double bed. Radiator. Television point. Door giving access to the eaves storage. Access to the loft space. Feature high level window to the front. Fitted shelving. Recessed wardrobe. Small window to the rear. Access through to:

STUDY / DRESSING AREA
8’8” x 8’6” (2.64m x 2.59m) located in the turret. Five UPVC double glazed windows to the rear. Two radiators.

BATHROOM
Fitted with an attractive white suite. Low level WC. Pedestal wash hand basin with splashback tiles. Panelled bath with mixer taps. Fully tiled shower enclosure with a Bristan shower. Walls part tiled. Radiator. Two feature angled windows to the side. Door giving access to the eaves storage space. Door to the large cupboard. Inset ceiling spotlights. Small UPVC double glazed window with obscured glass to the rear. Extractor.

OUTSIDE
Large driveway, (with an in and out drive), with ample off road parking for cars, a boat or a motorhome etc. Two feature side accesses with original gates. Two outside taps. Outside lights. Detached matching 29’5” x 10’7” (8.96m x 3.22m) garage, (internal measurements), which has double timber doors to the front, a window to the rear, a UPVC double glazed door to the rear and electric light and power.

GARDENS
The pretty south facing garden area is laid to lawn. Large attractive 20’1” x 7’2” (6.12m x 2.18m) covered veranda which has tiled flooring and a feature grape vine. Very large paved patio area. Well-stocked borders. Laid to lawn. Mature trees, shrubs and bushes. Brick raised borders. Feature brick built fire pit. The pretty mature north garden area is laid to lawn. Greenhouse. Large timber 15’5” x 9’7” (4.69m x 2.92m) insulated workshop which has electric light and power. Second paved patio area with a wooden pergola. Two timber garden sheds. Well-stocked borders. Mature trees, shrubs and bushes. An ideal garden for either children, the keen gardener or for entertaining.

NOTES
Council tax band G.

VIEWING STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT THROUGH HUGH HICKMAN AND SON

Please note the services and appliances have not been tested and all measurements are approximate.
Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property.
Opening Hours : 9.00 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Friday
9.00 am to 3.00 pm Saturday