Beautifully constructed coastal house with stunning sea views - The design cleverly captures the scale and style of yesteryear yet with the benefits of the highest specification of modern fitments and insulation, making it an easy house to maintain.The main entrance opens into a galleried, full height hall with a fully glazed wall providing spectacular views. The main reception rooms open off the hall and these include a morning room with fireplace and French doors leading to the terrace. The drawing room has a triple aspect and has an open fireplace, feature plasterwork and timber panelling. The dining room has an open arch to the kitchen which has extensive fitted units including a breakfast bar, granite work surfaces and a range style cooker with six ring hob and twin electric ovens. There is a utility room and two cloakrooms completing the rooms on the ground floor.A circular staircase leads to the first floor where the are four spacious bedrooms each with en suite facilities.The Boathouse has undergone an ex

Tranquil Island living

A classic late Georgian house with renowned gardens and pretty parkland setting.

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