4 bed property for sale

High Street, Lee-On-The-Solent PO13

Summary

Nestled in the heart of Lee-on-the-Solent, just a stone's throw from the beach, seafront and vibrant High Street amenities, this charming four-bedroom detached period home presents a rare opportunity to secure a slice of coastal history. Dating back to the late 1800s, the property retains much of its original character while offering immense potential for modernisation and further improvement. Set on a generous plot, it boasts a sunny south-facing rear garden, a substantial garage complex, private driveway parking for three vehicles, and additional parking for two more at the rear. Offered with no forward chain, this unique home combines period charm, a prime location, and exciting scope to make it your own.

Ground Floor

As you step inside, you're welcomed by a traditional entrance hall with high ceilings and original character features. From here, there is access to a useful ground floor shower room and W/C ideal for busy family life or guests.

To the front of the home, the sitting room measures an impressive 15ft4 x 13ft10, offering a generous and bright space with a large window overlooking the High Street.

The heart of the home is the open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area to the rear a sociable layout with potential to modernise and enhance. The kitchen itself provides space for all the necessary appliances and comes complete with a range-style cooker, included in the sale.

Glazed double doors lead through to the rear garden room, which offers additional living space and views over the garden.

First Floor

The first floor hosts three well-proportioned bedrooms, each with its own unique character and plenty of natural light. The main and second bedrooms are both generous doubles, while the third makes for a comfortable single, nursery, or home office space.

Serving the bedrooms is a spacious four-piece family bathroom, complete with a separate shower, bath, WC and wash basin. From the bathroom window, you can catch glimpses of the nearby sea - a subtle but charming reminder of the home's enviable coastal location.

Second Floor

A staircase from the first floor leads up to the second floor, where you'll find a generously sized fourth bedroom. Set within the eaves, this spacious room offers versatility as a principal bedroom, guest suite, or even a private work-from-home space.

Outside

The outside of this charming period home is a true highlight, offering a beautifully landscaped Mediterranean-style garden that brings a sense of tranquillity and year-round colour. At the rear, the south-facing garden is bathed in sunlight and thoughtfully planted with an eclectic mix of mature and exotic flora. Two striking palm trees stand proudly, setting the tone for the garden's relaxed, coastal feel. A vibrant red Japanese Acer adds a burst of seasonal colour, while a mature Magnolia offers elegant blooms in the spring.

Clusters of banana plants enhance the tropical vibe, complemented by the unique textures of the Australian Bottle Brush and the soft blue hues of the Californian Lilac. An established Olive Tree adds to the Mediterranean charm, and the garden is further enriched by a Japonica, adding depth and structure to the planting. Together, these carefully selected plants create a private oasis just moments from the sea - perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Access is provided to a garage complex and additional parking at the rear.

Situation & Amenities

With panoramic views across the coast, Lee-on-the-Solent, is a seaside town in the Borough of Gosport, Located around five miles west of Portsmouth. The High Street is home to an array independent shops and amenities, with good motorway for accessing M27, Southampton and Portsmouth.

Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Freehold

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to below as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold under either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid on any property marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders buyers must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure aml procedures are carried out in accordance with the law

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price, Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 6,000 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.