Ryde, Isle of Wight

Seller Insight

We bought this house about five years ago as we thought the location was ideal and the family love the swimming pool. However, the property needed a little ‘TLC’ so we have spent our time here updating and refurbishing our home and have been delighted with the results but we feel it is now time for us to downsize and let another family enjoy everything we have done to create this charming contemporary property.

Being at the end of a small cul-de-sac it is quiet and peaceful as well as being safe for children and pets. At the same time, it is only a short walk to the local school, the centre of Ryde, the seafront, the catamaran and hovercraft ferry as well as the golf course. It is also not far to Fishbourne for access to the car ferry for trips to Portsmouth.

Ryde is a charming town with its quirky mix of Victorian architecture and traditional seaside entertainment. It includes a wide selection of independent shops, a plethora of bars, cafes and restaurants and, unlike some places on the island, it is a hive of activity all year round with a variety of events from the Classic Car Show and the August Bank Holiday scooter show to a selection of concerts. There are a number of great beaches around Ryde but Appley beach is stunning with long stretches of sand bordered by the park that includes Appley Tower and a playground for young children.*

* 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 9 Northwood Drive

You need to cross the threshold to really appreciate everything this beautifully refurbished family home has to offer. It is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and the frontage is bordered by attractive shrub beds and hedges and includes plenty of space to park up to eight vehicles. This leads to the detached brick-built garage that is big enough to house a large car while still leaving plenty of storage space and has planning permission to be converted to an annex. There is a smart and contemporary front porch with useful storage cupboards which opens into the entrance hall that includes a cloakroom, additional storage facilities and the staircase with its fascinating wrought iron bannister.

There is a large L-shaped lounge with an attractive brick fireplace and a log effect gas fire as well as a very useful study area that has a picture window into the dining area. The light and bright dual aspect dining area is semi open plan to the modern kitchen and includes two sets of patio doors to the swimming pool complex. The contemporary Cashmere coloured units in the kitchen house a Neff double oven, a five-ring halogen hob and a stand-alone small dishwasher with space for a family sized dishwasher if required. There is also a central island with an inset granite worktop, additional storage units including a drinks cabinet, a door to the garden and access to the utility room that has similar Cashmere coloured units, laundry facilities and an American style fridge freezer.

Off the galleried landing on the first floor there is a contemporary family bathroom and three double bedrooms that all have direct access to the superb balcony / terrace with its glass and stainless steel balustrade, where you can happily enjoy your morning coffee or a nightcap before bed. Two of the bedrooms include built in cupboards while the main bedroom also has a modern en suite shower room with twin vanity basins and a dressing area.

The Jacuzzi style swimming pool is surrounded by attractive paving and windows on three sides. It is heated by an independent boiler that also provides air conditioning for the pool room and there is a heated shower also ‘in situ’ to enable showering after swimming. As well as the patio doors from the dining room there are also patio doors to the garden and the very secluded terrace that catches the sun all day and is ideal for al fresco entertaining. The garden also includes a covered pergola with a raised decked terrace and a large lawn with shrub borders, a workshop/shed with sea views and the detached brick-built garage with the existing planning permission to be converted into living accommodation. The plans include the provision of a bedroom, kitchen/ diner, bathroom and the addition of a large living room.

Travel Information

3.4 miles from Fishbourne to Portsmouth Ferry Terminal

8 miles from East Cowes to Southampton Ferry Terminal

1.7 miles from Ryde High Speed Catamaran & Hover Travel

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

Medina Leisure Centre, Newport 7.5 miles

Lakeside Spa & Hotel, Wootton 3.8 miles

Ryde Golf Club, Binstead

1.4 miles

Westridge Squash & Golf Centre, Ryde 3 miles

Healthcare Doctors Surgeries

Ryde Esplanade Surgery, Ryde 01983 618388

Argyll Surgery, West Street, Ryde 01983 562955

The Tower House Surgery, Rink Road, Ryde 01983 811431

St Helens Medical Centre, St Helens 01983 871828

Ryde Health & Wellbeing Centre, Ryde 01983 618444

Medina Healthcare, Wootton 01983 522198

General Hospitals

St Mary’s Hospital, Parkhurst Ryde, Newport (8.2 miles) 01983 822099

Education Primary Schools

Binstead Primary School, Binstead 01983 562341

Oakfield C of E Primary School, Ryde 01983 563732

Fiveways Primary School, Ryde 01983 616272

Dover Park Nursery, Ryde 01983 562617

Greenmount Primary School, Ryde 01983 562165

Haylands Primary School, Ryde 01983 563372

St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Ryde 01983 562000

Secondary Schools/Colleges

Carisbrooke College, Newport 01983 524651

Christ The King Upper College 01983 537 070

Medina College 01983 861 222

Ryde School with Upper Chine School, Ryde 01983 562229

Learning Assisted Schools

Medina House, School Lane, Newport 01983 522 917

St. Georges, Watergate Road, Newport 01983 524 634 St Catherines, Grove Road, Ventnor 01983 852722

Entertainment Restaurants / Bars

Fishbourne Inn, Fishbourne

The Fleming Arms, Binstead

White Hart, Havenstreet

The Sloop Inn, Wootton

Cibo, Wootton

Fumo 33, Ryde

The Alamo, Ryde

Monsoon, Ryde

These bars and restaurants are available within a 10-minute or less drive of this home

Local Attractions / Landmarks

Quarr Abbey - Binstead

Robin Hill Country Adventure Park - Downend

Osbourne House - East Cowes

Puckpool Park – Puckpool

Appley Tower & Beach – Appley

Rosemary Vineyard - Ashey

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary - Sandown

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2023 Fine & Country Ltd.

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GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Hallway

Cloakroom

Study Area 9’6 x 9’

Lounge 15’11 x 11’5

Utility Area 11’ x 9’6

Kitchen 12’9 x 9’10

Dining Area 20’9 x 12’7

Swimming Pool Complex 20’5 x 17’3

FIRST FLOOR

Landing

Bedroom 1 17’9 x 9’10

En-Suite Shower Room

Bedroom 2 16’9 x 10’11

Bedroom 3 10’2 x 9’4

Bathroom

Balcony / Terrace

OUTSIDE

Front Gardens

Detached Garage 17’6 x 12’6

Off Road Parking

Rear Garden

Council Tax Band: F

Tenure: Freehold