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Summary
FREEHOLD Bed & Breakfast property overlooking the coast with Planning Permission for Change of Use to Residential - £900,000
Description
The property was originally built as a summer house in the 1930's and has operated as a guest house since the 1970's. The property is detached and set back from Hill Head Road with car park to the front and garden to the rear. The property is of brick construction and of two floors under a multi-pitched tile roof.
Location
The property is located in the Solent coast village of Hill Head in a central location on the southern edge of the built up residential area which merges in to Stubbington 1.5 miles north east and Lee-on-Solent 2.5 miles south east with Titchfield 3 miles north west. The larger towns of Fareham and Gosport are located 5.5 miles to the north east and 7.0 miles to the east respectively. Junction 11 of the M27 is located 6.5 miles to the north.
The property is located close to Titchfield Haven Nature reserve which covers approximately 369 acres of the Meon Valley with numerous natural habitats including rivers, fens, reedbeds and meadows; it is regarded as having international importance for wildlife and is a renowned bird-watching centre (see link at bottom of brochure).
The property enjoys views of the Solent and surrounding waterside from some parts of the property from an elevated position.
Amenities in the locality include Hill Head Harbour and Sailing Club and the two beaches at Hill Head and Titchfield Haven, both of which are lined with beach huts and popular for water sports. The Osbourne View Pub & Restaurant is currently under construction.
The locality is administered by Fareham Borough Council with the wider district having an estimated population of 114,500 (2021 ONS).
The property occupies a prominent position on Hill Head Road between Solent Road and Osborne View Road close to the Hill Head Sailing Academy and Breezes Cafe. Hill Head Road joins Cliff Road to the west and to the east are various roads leading to the main built up areas of Stubbington.
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The accommodation comprises the following areas:
Accommodation
Ground Floor
Entrance foyer leads directly in to a central dining area which is of a hexagonal shape with a deep light well above and Minstrel's Gallery. Leading off the main room is three bed en-suite B&B accommodation (1 x family, 1 x king and 1 x family room). Private living accommodation includes kitchen and reception.
First Floor
An open staircase leads to the Minstrel's Gallery circulation area which provides access to a guest reception with impressive views over the water. Private accommodation includes two bedrooms, bathroom and store-room.
The building extends to approximately 3,078 FT2* and set in a 0.192 acre plot. If limited floor space and outbuildings added the approximate total GIA is 3,580 FT2.
External Areas
The property benefits from a mature enclosed garden to the the rear and gravel car-park to the front.
Tenure
Freehold Title HP287936.
Disposal Process & VAT
Freehold guide price reduced to £900,000 for the freehold interest inclusive of loose fixtures and fittings. The application of VAT is to be confirmed.
Planning & Conservation
The property is not listed nor located within a conservation area or Green Belt, however, the Nature Reserve to the west is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Under The Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended) the property has Class C1 (Guest House / Hotel) use. We understand the property was granted permission for this change of use from residential around 1969/1970.
PLANNNG PERMISSION HAS BEEN GRANTED for Change of use from Guest House (Class C1) to Dwelling House (Class C3) at 56 HILL HEAD ROAD, FAREHAM, PO14 3JL as proposed by application P/24/1589/CU subject to the following conditions:
1. The development shall begin before 2nd January 2028.
The development shall be carried out in accordance with the following
approved documents:
a) Location Plan 1:1250
b) Floorplans
REASON: To avoid any doubt over what has been permitted.
Fixtures & Fittings
Fixtures and fittings which are in the absolute ownership of the Vendor and in situ on completion are included within the sale.
Services
We understand all mains services are connected.
Energy Performance Certificate & Tax
The property has the following EPC ratings:
Residential D-59 (potential C-73)
Council Tax Band- A
Money Laundering
Money Laundering Regulations require Savills to conduct checks upon all prospective purchasers which include provision of proof of identity and
residence.
Viewing
All viewings must be arranged strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents Savills.
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