Godshill, Isle of Wight

Lodwell, High Street

Godshill | Isle of Wight | PO38 3JD

Seller Insight

Godshill is a chocolate box village renowned for its cream teas and boutique shops, with two great pubs - The Griffin and The Taverners - a stunning, 17th century inn. For essentials, there is a post office village store or a co op store within 2 miles in Rookley village.”

“Godshill is also well served by public transport, with multiple regular bus routes passing through.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Step inside Lodwell

This immaculate, four bedroom character property in the heart of a chocolate box village simply oozes charm from the outset. Whilst proudly displaying its numerous original 1700’s features, this home has undergone extensive renovations by the current owners, making it a wonderful example of contemporary living meets old world charm. The house is built from hewn island stone, with the rear section of the roof still having fabulous terracotta tiles from yesteryear. Externally to the front is what would have been the original entrance when it began life as a farm labourers’ cottage, showing off a classic triangular gable porch with carved wood columns and a gorgeous low stone wall running along the front boundary. Nowadays, the entrance is to the side of the property, via a porch that boasts original flagstone floors and exposed stone wall, making it a rather beautiful way to be greeted upon entering the home.

Inside is where the benefit of the major renovations can really be appreciated. The entire home has been meticulously designed to an impeccably high standard, whilst still being sympathetic to the history of the building. The stunning kitchen has been finished in a rustic farmhouse style with all integrated appliances, including dishwasher, a quaint Butlers sink, an impressive range cooker and pretty and practical wooden countertops - perfectly complimenting the exposed wood window lintels above. The spacious dining area is perfectly adept for hosting large family meals or entertaining, and the period features continue with the exposed brick fireplace and solid oak mantle, whilst overhead are gorgeous, exposed beams. Across the beautiful hallway is the sitting room – another excellent sized room showing off further delightful period features that has the additional advantage of French doors leading to a lovely patio area. Also on the ground floor is a handy shower room.

To the first floor are four, evenly proportioned double bedrooms, all immaculately decorated in neutral tones and all benefitting from integrated wardrobes. The luxurious family bathroom here reflects the same high standard as the rest of the home and includes a shower over the bath for flexible use.

Outside, this home’s delights continue, with two, separate driveways either side of the property, both of which provide ample space for numerous vehicles, whilst allowing for storage space - perhaps for a boat or motorhome should it be required. This wonderful home is all set within a quarter of an acre of gorgeous gardens comprising predominantly of lawn, with a pleasant mix of plants and ornamental trees, with a paved patio and both a summerhouse and shed.

Travel Information

8.8 miles from Fishbourne to Portsmouth Ferry Terminal

10.4 miles from East Cowes to Southampton Ferry Terminal

15.4 miles from Yarmouth to Lymington Ferry Terminal

Southern Vectis Buses routes provide regular services through the area, connecting you to all the areas of the island. For ticket prices visit www. islandbuses.info

Leisure Clubs & Facilities

1Leisure The Heights, Sandown 4.9 miles

Sandown & Shanklin Golf Club, Sandown 5.5 miles

Rookley Country Park Fishing, Rookley 2.1 miles

Newport Cricket Club, Newport 4.5 miles

Healthcare

Doctors Surgeries

South Wight Medical Practice, Godshill 01983 840625

The Bay Medical Centre, Sandown 01983 409292

The Bay Medical Centre, Shanklin 01983 862000

General Hospitals

St Mary’s Hospital, Parkhurst Road, Newport 6.7 miles (01983 822099)

Education

Primary Schools

Godshill Primary School, Godshill 01983 840246

Rookley & Chillerton Primary School, Chillerton 01983 721207

Gatten & Lake Primary School, Shanklin 01983 869910

St Blasius C of E Primary School, Shanklin 01983 862444

The Bay School Primary, Sandown 01983 403284

Newchurch Primary School, Newchurch 01983 865210

Secondary Schools/Colleges

The Island Free School, Ventnor 01983 857641

The Bay CE School, Sandown 01983 403284

Carisbrooke College, Newport 01983 524651

Christ The King Upper College, Newport 01983 537 070

Medina College, Newport 01983 861 222

Ryde School with Upper Chine School, Ryde 01983 562229

The Island VI Form Campus, Newport 01983 522886

Isle of Wight College, Newport 01982 526631

Learning Assisted Schools:

Medina House, School Lane, Newport 01983 522 917

St. Georges, Watergate Road, Newport 01983 524 634

St. Catherine’s, Grove Road, Ventnor 01983 852722

Entertainment

Restaurants / Bars

The Taverners, Godshill

Griffin, Godshill

The Fighting Cocks, Arreton Chequers Inn, Rookley

The Crab, Shanklin

The Pointer Inn, Newchurch

The White Horse, Whitwell Dairyman’s Daughter, Arreton

Local Attractions / Landmarks

Model Village – Godshill

Appuldurcombe House - Wroxall

Bembridge Windmill - Bembridge

Donkey Sanctuary - Wroxall

The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary - Sandown

Garlic Farm - Newchurch

Carisbrooke Castle – Carisbrooke

Monkey Haven Primate Rescue Centre – Newport

Butterfly World – Newport

Amazon World Zoo – Newchurch

GROUND FLOOR

Shower

FIRST FLOOR

Landing

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bathroom

OUTSIDE

Driveway Parking

Rear Garden

Summer House