Aldersyde
Well Cross St Marys Isles of Scilly
Type:
Type:
House
Location:
St. Marys
Price:
£475,000
Bedrooms:
3
AN IMMACULATELY PRESENTED, PERIOD SCILLONIAN
COTTAGE, LOCATED IN THE HEART OF HUGH TOWN,
WITHIN A FEW YARDS OF THE RECHABITE SLIP &
HARBOUR AREA. THE COTTAGE HAS BEEN
COMPLETELY MODERNISED, BUT RETAINS A HOST OF
PERIOD FEATURES AND IS FULL OF CHARACTER. THE ACOMMODATION COMPRISES RECEPTION HALL,
LOUNGE, DINING ROOM, OFFICE, KITCHEN,
CONSERVATORY, THREE BEDROOMS (ONE WITH ENSUITE), FAMILY BATHROOM, GARAGE & WALLED
COURTYARD GARDEN. Aldersyde
Well Cross St Marys Isles of Scilly
DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION ‘Aldersyde’ is a traditional, granite built, semi-detached, Scillonian Cottage, located within the heart of Hugh Town, within
a stones throw of Town Beach & the Harbour Area. Originally built in the early nineteenth century for a local sea captain,
the property has been extended and modernized in recent years, to provide a delightful family home for the current
owners. The cottage retains many of the original period features, including exposed beams, fireplaces & feature granite
walls. In addition to the ample accommodation, the property enjoys a sheltered walled courtyard garden, detached garage and
sauna. The majority of the windows in the property are constructed in quality hardwood & are double-glazed. The property has been comprehensively refurbished in recent years (including re-wiring & plumbing) and is offered in
first class decorative & structural order throughout. Early viewing highly recommended. ACCOMMODATION Dimensions are approximate. The condition and operation of appliances or services referred to have not been tested by
Sibleys Island Homes and should be checked by prospective purchasers. ‘Aldersyde’ fronts Well Cross, a small vehicular road that connects the ‘Strand’ to ‘Church Street.’ A small, single
carriageway road to the rear of the property, provides secondary vehicular access to the garage and rear of the property. The cottage is accessed directly from ‘Well Cross,’ via a half-glazed, hardwood front door that leads to: - RECEPTION HALL Constructed in hardwood & incorporating attractive, stained glass feature light panel, Consumer Unit & Electrical
Meters. A secondary internal door leads in to: - DINING ROOM 3.48m x 3.55m (11’5” x 11’7”) A light & airy room located at the front of the property. Period cast iron fireplace with antique pine mantle & surround,
stained skirtings, attractive stained glass wall lights and exposed granite feature wall. Four double power points, fully
carpeted. LOUNGE 6.78m x 4.40m (22’3” x 14’5”) A large, comfortable, family room, full of character, incorporating: - granite feature wall, ‘wreck-wood’ timber detailing &
exposed beamed ceiling. Open fireplace with Cornish Range Front & brick built fireplace with gas-fired inset stove.
Shelved alcoves & wall lights. Fully carpeted. Ample power points, TV point, SKY connection & BT point. A T&G braced door leads from the lounge into: OFFICE 2.78m x 2.45m (9’1” x 8’0”) Arranged for computer / office use with wall mounted electrical power-track, BT & Internet Connections, Exposed granite
fireplace, hardwearing ‘Carndean’ flooring, Utility cupboard & window to kitchen. An opening from the office connects
directly with the kitchen. KITCHEN 8.10m x 2.38m (26’7” x 7’10”) Located to the rear of the property & divided into a kitchen space & breakfast room, overlooking the courtyard garden.
Fitted with a range of quality, shaker styled floor &wall units with solid wood worktop. Terracotta & duck egg blue tiled up
stands, double stainless steel inset drainer sink with mixer. Integrated appliances include: - ‘Bosch’ ceramic four plate
hob (with extractor over), ‘Bosch’ double fan oven, ‘Bendix’ dishwasher, ‘AEG’ Washing machine & ‘Schreiber’
fridge/freezer. ‘Carndean’ Vinyl flooring, T&G paneled ceiling with low-voltage spots, ample power points and night
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Well Cross St Marys Isles of Scilly
storage heater. An inner hallway abuts the kitchen, and connects directly with the conservatory. CONSERVATORY 2.65m x 6.03m (8’8” x 19’9”) Accessed directly from the lounge or kitchen. Constructed in hardwood throughout with arched glazed detailing and
cream ceiling blinds. Ceramic flooring, T&G painted walls, small cloakroom with close-coupled white w/c and wash hand
basin. LV halogen spotlights. Double doors onto courtyard garden. Carpeted stairs with paneled walls, lead from the lounge, to a light & airy first floor landing and in turn, via latched T&G
doors, to: - MASTER BEDROOM 6.90m x 3.42m 22’7” x 11’3” A large & character-full room, occupying the full depth of the property, with attractive arched detail dividing the bedroom
space from the dressing room & en-suite areas. Exposed beamed ceilings, two built-in wardrobes, six double power
points, fully carpeted. A latched T&G door leads directly into: EN-SUITE BATHROOM, having whirlpool corner bath, ivory coloured close coupled w/c & wash hand basin, Velux roof
light, heated towel rail, extractor fan, terracotta part tiled walls and LV ceiling spots. BEDROOM TWO 2.50m x 2.80m (8’2” x 9’2”) Located to the rear of the property with views over the rear courtyard garden. Having window seat, exposed beamed
detailing, shelved alcove and adjustable halogen spots. Fully carpeted. Three double power points. BEDROOM THREE 2.85m x 3.60m (9’4” x 11’10”) A room full of character with exposed beamed ceiling, window seat, built-in wardrobe, wall lights & four double power
points. Fully Carpeted. FAMILY BATHROOM 1.55m x 2.65m (5’1” x 8’8”) Having a white close-coupled w/c, wash hand basin, glazed shower cubicle (with Mira Event shower), heated towel rail,
‘respetex’ wall coverings and ‘Carndean’ vinyl flooring. AIRING CUPBOARD, with factory lagged hot water cylinder and immersion, with shelving above. OUTSIDE A delightful rear courtyard garden accessed directly from the Conservatory or from the ‘Back Lane’ access-way. This is
sheltered & secluded, with well-stocked raised beds of Camellia, Fuchsia, Ceanothus & Formium. SAUNA, accessed directly from the courtyard, having cedar-clad walls, electric sauna heater & quarry tiled floor. GARAGE 5.70m(max) x 4.80m(max) (18’8” x 15’9”) Having workbench & electric supply. SERVICES We understand that mains electricity, sewerage and water are connected to the property as well as BT telephone
connection. Domestic hot water is provided by electric immersion in a factory lagged hot water cylinder. Space heating is
supplied via thermostatically controlled Haveland electric panel heaters, with supplementary heat via a gas-fired stove in
the lounge. LOCAL AUTHORITY Council of The Isles of Scilly, Town Hall, St Mary's, Isles of Scilly, TR21 0LW. Tel: 01720 422537. The property is currently assessed to Council Tax Band F, producing an annual charge for 2016/2017 of £1,859.22. Aldersyde
Well Cross St Marys Isles of Scilly
TENURE The property is owned freehold. VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with the Sole Agents, SIBLEYS ISLAND HOMES, Porthcressa, St Mary's, Isles of Scilly, TR21
0JX. Tel: 01720 422431. Fax: 01720 423334.
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Notes
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(i) the particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract;
(ii) all descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and all other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them;
(iii) no person in the employment of Sibleys Island Homes has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.