Beatrice Avenue (Lot 1), Whippingham, Isle of Wight

Padmore House is believed to have been built in the mid-17th century, situated to take advantage of westerly views over the River Medina. Listed Grade II, the southern elevation of the property has a Queen Anne façade and a regency façade on the eastern elevation which was believed to have been added with involvement from John Nash. In 1841, Padmore was occupied by Queen Victoria’s Island Chaplin and his family. In 1914, the Padmore Estate had been sold to Samuel Saunders, an aviation pioneer; with the water tower being added in around 1920 and remains a striking feature although no longer used for water storage. Under the current ownership, extensive works have been carried out to the fabric of the building including repointing and new chimney stacks, as well as sensitive and stylish refurbishment including décor throughout as well as new kitchens and bathrooms. Wonderful gardens and grounds along with a modern oak framed garage barn with studio above make for an exceptional home.

Accommodation

GROUND FLOOR
RECEPTION HALL A superbly spacious entrance with access to both the front and rear elevations. There is a south facing seating area with wood burning stove and an attractive elaborately curved staircase that leads to the first floor. Ancient oak flooring.

DINING ROOM A superb formal dining room that incorporates a bay window providing westerly views across the island and River Medina. There is a fine period fireplace with marble surround. Parquet flooring. Part of the ceiling retains paintings from the late 1700s.

DRAWING ROOM Panelled throughout, this dual aspect reception room has a west facing bay window with views over the garden and open fireplace with carved timber surround.

SITTING ROOM A cosy panelled room with large, stone mullion window with window seat that overlooks the rear garden. A series of built-in cupboards with large shelves and a wood burning stove set in a stone surround.

UTILITY AREA Built-in cupboards, butler sink, space for dishwasher and washing machine. Timber worksurfaces.

BOOT ROOM Doorway to driveway and a series of built-in cupboards,
bench seating and coat hooks.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Overlooking the rear garden and with a range of built-in cupboards, oak worksurfaces and butler sink. Twooven electric Aga and antique range cooker. Shelved larder cupboard and further cupboard derived from original safe. Oak flooring and original tiled surround.

PANTRY Forming the base of the tower, this timber clad room has extensive shelving and space for fridges / freezers.

FIRST FLOOR
The first floor i s a accessed b y t wo separate staircases both with generous landings.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE A superb suite comprising large double bedroom with dual aspects and a raised seating area providing distant views over the River Medina and island beyond. An ornate timber fireplace has wide openings to either side of the chimney breast leading into a spacious DRESSING ROOM that also benefits from the dual aspect views and an extensive range of oak wardrobe cupboards. BATHROOM EN-SUITE Well-appointed with bath and
separate shower over, twin wash basins and WC.

STUDY/BEDROOM 3 Extensive book shelving, ornate fireplace and oak flooring with views to the rear.

BEDROOM 4 A light, south facing room with French doors leading to a roof terrace.
BEDROOM 2 Triple aspect room with fitted wardrobe cupboards.

An adjacent BATHROOM and separate SHOWER ROOM serves these bedrooms.

SECOND FLOOR
A series of characterful rooms of good proportions with
sloping ceilings and comprising:
THREE BEDROOMS, PLAYROOM, BATHROOM, WC & KITCHENETTE.

A gravel driveway meanders through mature grounds passing the garage to an extensive parking area to the front of the property. A gravel terrace continues around the southern elevation of the house with stone steps down to a lawned garden from which the views over the River Medina and beyond can be enjoyed. The formal gardens to the rear of the house includes flagstone paved paths, a series of stone pillars and terraces amongst beautifully planted borders making for a tranquil and picturesque setting. To the west of the gardens are fields with an array of mature trees forming a haven for wildlife extending to approximately 11.5 acres, at the western end of which there is access onto the cycle path. The gardens benefits from numerous seating areas from which to enjoy the views. The large GARAGE / BARN (7.5M x 6.95M) is a superb oak framed and timber clad building constructed in approximately 2018 with two pairs of doors opening to the front and separate staircase leading up to a versatile STUDIO/GYM above. There is an adjacent WOOD STORE and GARDEN STORE.
From the rear courtyard, external access is gained via steps to a series of CELLARS.

Whippingham is best known for its connections with Queen Victoria with nearby St Mildred's Church having been redesigned by Prince Albert when the village became the centre of the royal estate supporting nearby Osborne House and Barton Manor. Situated just to the south of East Cowes, you are about 2 miles from the vehicle ferry service to Southampton with onward connections to London; as well as short walk to the delightful grounds and beach at Osborne House, once home to Queen Victoria and the scenic Osborne Golf Club. East Cowes also has great mooring facilities, a range of shops including a Waitrose and chain ferry link to the internationally renowned sailing centre of Cowes with it wide array of restaurants and independent shops. Wootton Creek just to the east provides further sailing facilities and adjacent Fishbourne has a popular sailing club and ferry service to Portsmouth. This highly convenient location is also within easy reach to the towns of Newport and Ryde. A short walk from the house is independent school The Priory, with Ryde School being only a short distance by car.

There are many walks from the property to enjoy the scenic coastal paths and countryside, including the cycle path running alongside the River Medina going past some local pubs, leading all the way through to Newport with connections onward to the Island wide network of paths and trails.

Only 23 miles by 13 miles, and a short sea crossing from the mainland, the Isle of Wight has a unique atmosphere boasting many attributes, not least of which is its slower pace of life and its own microclimate. It enjoys unspoilt villages and fine seaside resorts with many miles of impressive coastal scenery. With safe sandy beaches, it is a place for sailing, windsurfing and swimming, ideal for both young and old. There are many ways of crossing The Solent to the Island. 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 Island is an international sailing mecca with many events throughout the season. The most famous is Cowes Week. In addition, there are many premier yacht and sailing clubs including nearby Royal Victoria Sailing Club in Fishbourne