Melville Street, Sandown, Isle of Wight

This substantial and carefully renovated property, located just moments from Sandown's golden beach and well known pier, offers a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving hospitality business or a highly adaptable coastal residence. Currently operating as the successful Bell Lodge Bed & Breakfast, the home combines generous proportions, modern upgrades, and a prime seaside setting that appeals to both guests and potential future owners. The property begins with a wide forecourt providing valuable off road parking for at least six vehicles—an essential feature in this popular resort town. Inside, a bright and stylish entrance hall creates an immediate sense of welcome, incorporating a reception area and a contemporary ground floor bathroom. From here, the layout flows into an elegant, light filled dining room used for guest breakfasts, which in turn opens into a comfortable sitting room with direct access to the guest garden. This outdoor space includes seating areas, a lawn, and mature planting, offering a peaceful retreat for visitors. The ground floor also features a flexible office or study, useful storage rooms, and two individually designed double bedrooms, each with its own en suite shower room. One bedroom stands out with its distinctive London themed décor. At the heart of the home lies a fully equipped commercial kitchen, complete with stainless steel worktops, a central island, multiple sinks, a double range cooker, commercial refrigeration, and a dishwasher—ideal for continued hospitality use. A major advantage of the property is the fully self contained owners' accommodation at the rear, accessed via a private entrance. This spacious apartment includes two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a modern kitchen within the living area, and a charming conservatory opening onto a secluded private garden, providing a tranquil personal retreat. Upstairs, a galleried landing leads to six further individually styled en suite bedrooms, each offering its own character through thoughtful décor choices ranging from bold feature walls to classic patterns. With extensive accommodation, a flexible layout, useful dry cellar store area and an enviable location just a short stroll from the beach, this remarkable property presents exceptional potential—whether as a luxurious family home (subject to planning) or a ready made business in one of the Isle of Wight's most sought after coastal towns.

What the Owner says:

Living and running our bed and breakfast here in Sandown has been a truly wonderful experience for us. As owners, we have loved being part of such a friendly seaside community and welcoming guests to this beautiful part of the Isle of Wight. Sandown offers the perfect blend of traditional coastal charm and everyday convenience, with the stunning sands of Sandown Beach just moments away and the characterful Sandown Pier providing a classic seaside atmosphere. We've always felt incredibly lucky to live and work somewhere that people travel from all over the country to visit.

Beyond the business itself, Sandown has been a lovely place to call home. The area offers beautiful walks, including the spectacular views from Culver Down, and a relaxed pace of life that both residents and visitors appreciate. The B&B has given us the chance to meet so many wonderful guests and create a warm, welcoming place for people enjoying the island.

Our decision to sell is purely a family one — we need to return to the mainland to be closer to our grandchild — and if circumstances were different, we would happily continue our life and business here in Sandown.

Room sizes:

• Entrance Porch
• Hallway
• Breakfast Area: 18'5 x 12'1 (5.62m x 3.69m)
• Lounge: 22'6 x 9'1 (6.86m x 2.77m)
• Bedroom 1 plus En-Suite Shower: 11'3 x 10'1 (3.43m x 3.08m)
• Study: 9'5 x 9'1 (2.87m x 2.77m)
• Bedroom 2 plus En-Suite Shower: 13'0 x 7'5 (3.97m x 2.26m)
• Public Cloakroom
• Kitchen: 14'10 x 12'3 (4.52m x 3.74m)
• Rear Hallway
• Store Room
• Boiler Room
• Hall
• Owners Bathroom

• Owners Bedroom 2: 13'0 x 7'5 (3.97m x 2.26m)
• Owners Bedroom 1: 17'3 x 11'11 (5.26m x 3.63m)
• Owners Living Room: 13'3 x 12'4 (4.04m x 3.76m)
• Conservatory: 12'7 x 9'0 (3.84m x 2.75m)
• Galleried Landing
• Bedroom 3 plus En-Suite Shower: 12'11 x 8'3 (3.94m x 2.52m)
• Bedroom 4 plus En-Suite Shower: 12'3 x 12'0 (3.74m x 3.66m)
• Bedroom 5 plus En-Suite Shower: 9'2 x 9'0 (2.80m x 2.75m)
• Bedroom 6 plus En-Suite Shower: 12'9 x 9'7 (3.89m x 2.92m)
• Bedroom 7 plus En-Suite Shower: 14'5 x 9'2 (4.40m x 2.80m)
• Bedroom 8 plus En-Suite Shower: 12'3 x 12'2 (3.74m x 3.71m)
• Cellar: 13'0 x 10'0 (3.97m x 3.05m)
• Off Road Parking
• Rear Garden

 
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