A truly exceptional and unique opportunity to acquire a detached period residence. Located in the centre of the conservation area of the historic market town of Fareham, Bembridge House is a wonderful family home which offers a great deal of character reflecting its historic origins. This Victorian Villa was built in the 1860's and has been a residence for senior Army and Royal Naval officers. The first owner from 1863-1866 was Major Gordon, followed by Captain Carter of the Royal Navy with his family and servants from 1871 until 1887. The extensive residence has two storeys to the front which have distinctive features such as high ceilings, picture rails and extensive period cornicing. The rear of the house consists of three storeys which are the original servants' quarters. Externally Bembridge House has grounds consisting of a beautifully tree-lined, lawned garden with shrubs and patio affording privacy in a quiet space. The Paved area covers the whole front of the house with a PROPERTY SUMMARY A truly exceptional and unique opportunity to acquire a detached period residence. Located in the centre of the conservation area of the historic market town of Fareham, 'Bembridge House' is a wonderful family home which offers a great deal of character reflecting its historic origins. This Victorian Villa was built in the 1860's and has been a residence for senior Army and Royal Naval officers. The first owner from 1863-1866 was Major Gordon, followed by Captain Carter of the Royal Navy with his family and servants from 1871 until 1887. The extensive residence has two storeys to the front which have distinctive features such as high ceilings, picture rails and extensive period cornicing. The rear of the house consists of three storeys which are the original servants' quarters. Externally 'Bembridge House' has grounds consisting of a beautifully tree-lined, lawned garden with shrubs and patio affording privacy in a quiet space. The Paved area covers the whole front of the house with a glass roof creating a sheltered Veranda. To the rear is an enclosed sunny garden which leads to four adjoining garages, these are currently used as sizeable workshops and storage spaces. There is an abundance of off-street parking. The house has had many uses previously including a rest home, it was once divided into five individual flats and for the last 17 years has been a Four Star Guest House making this flexible property ideal for a variety of potential buyers. With accommodation measuring over 5200 square feet the house really must be seen to be appreciated. ENTRANCE Lowered kerb leading to pillared gateway providing vehicular and pedestrian access for 'Bembridge House' and adjacent cottage. Grade II Listed retaining brick wall and driveway to right hand side of the property, quarry tiled step leading to covered porch area with tiled flooring, main original front door with pull cord bell and furniture with glazed panel over leading to: VESTIBULE Coir matting, panelled door with arch glazed panel over, leading to: HALLWAY / LIBRARY AREA Overall measurements 26' 2" x 9' 8" (7.98m x 2.95m) Arranged as three separate areas divided by feature original archways, hidden door with bookshelf, (one book controlling the door opening mechanism), leading to dining room, door leading to boot room / outer lobby, balustrade dog leg staircase rising to first floor with feature void ceiling to the centre of the house measuring 21'2" in height maximum, doors leading to primary rooms, power points, feature arch opening leading to library area, radiator with cover over, built in shelving to either side of the chimney breast, ceiling rose, full height sash double glazed bay window to front aspect overlooking garden with shutters and low sill, high skirting boards, telephone point. SITTING ROOM 21' 3" x 14' 0" (6.48m x 4.27m) Feature full height sash style bay window to Fine & Country Drayton e-mail: drayton@fineandcountry.com telephone: 023 93 277277 Ref: FEF55648B3B2
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Number of Bedrooms: 7 Number of Bathrooms: 3
Price: 900,000.00 GBP
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