Medina Road, Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO31

Price Guide �375,000 to �395,000 Stylish and characterful Grade II listed cottage, with stunning views of the Solent, offering a winning blend of contemporary living and historical charm. Formerly a 19th-century public house known as The Bell Inn, the property has been tastefully renovated to provide spacious accommodation over three storeys, preserving a wealth of period features including the iconic green-tiled fa�ade, timber beams, wooden sash windows, and a working fireplace. On the ground floor, a vestibule entrance leads into the light and welcoming living room with its two large windows flanked by a window seat, and a newly relined fireplace with wood-burning stove. There is also a useful understairs cupboard here for hidden storage. To the rear of the house, the beautifully designed open-plan kitchen and dining area combines rustic charm with modern functionality. Terracotta tiled flooring, a bespoke full-height pantry, reclaimed marble sink, and stainless steel SMEG range cooker add a touch of artisan quality. French doors lead out to the delightful walled garden, which comfortably fits a sizeable table and chairs for al fresco entertaining in the summer months. Built-in timber sheds provide discreet storage for recycling bins and barbecue accessories, while the three flower beds add a splash of colour and kitchen herbs. The first floor comprises two generous double bedrooms and a luxurious family bathroom. The high-ceilinged master suite is a sanctuary of coastal calm with wide-plank oak flooring, wall-mounted bedside lighting, and a large sash window bathing the space with natural light, while a handmade Roman blackout blind by designer Penny Russell ensures peaceful sleep. An en-suite shower room, conceived by Cowes-based interior designer Jack Thompson & Co., features Burlington fixtures, chrome taps, marble flooring and underfloor heating, as well as a heated towel rail. The second double bedroom overlooks the pretty courtyard garden and exudes tranquillity. Opposite is the family bathroom, with a generously sized double-ended bath and central copper tap. Twin copper sinks, sourced by the owner from Marrakech, are set in an iroko wood countertop on salvaged metal legs from a historic postal carriage. Practical touches include a large fitted mirror, several useful built-in shelves and a floor-to-ceiling heated towel rail. On the second floor is a third spacious double bedroom with a newly fitted wooden dormer window framing spectacular views over Cowes harbour to the Solent and Medina River. A fourth bedroom�currently used as a home office�offers flexibility and can comfortably accommodate a single bed. A separate WC with basin on this floor adds convenience, while Velux windows flood the stairwell with natural light. A large attic offers extensive storage, easily accessed from the landing. This delightful coastal cottage has been a much-loved family home for over 20 years and has also proven to be a successful holiday let. Situated in the heart of Cowes�renowned for its world-class sailing events, respected sailing schools and close to the Isle of Wight�s popular literary and music festivals�3 Bell Cottages� enviable location and charming character offer an excellent opportunity either as a permanent residence or a rewarding investment. Equidistant from Cowes town centre and East Cowes, it enjoys excellent connectivity: a five-minute walk brings you to Cowes High Street with its array of shops, restaurants, two supermarkets and the High-Speed passenger ferry to Southampton (for onward journeys by rail). Hop onto the nearby chain ferry and take a trip across the Medina river to East Cowes, where you can promenade along the seafront, shop at Waitrose, visit Queen Victoria�s Osborne House and gardens, or travel further afield on the Red Funnel car ferry. The Portsmouth Shopper ferry from Thetis Wharf offers a direct passenger service to Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth. Free on-street parking can be found on Medina Road itself, as well as on the adjacent streets, or an annual IOW-wide permit can be obtained for the nearby Brunswick Road car park. Whether cycling or dog-walking, the nearby Red Squirrel Trail on Arctic Road offers a scenic car-free route into Newport along the flat path of an old railway line. Bus stops are also within easy reach for journeys to Newport, Gurnard, and beyond.