Lower Church Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight

This exceptional contemporary coastal home sits just a stones throw from the beach in one of Gurnard’s most desirable locations, offering beautifully finished accommodation and sweeping views across the Western Solent. Perfectly positioned for coastal living, the property is only a short walk from the village sailing club, coffee shop, convenience store and two welcoming pubs. The wider amenities of Cowes, including renowned sailing facilities, restaurants, shops and the high speed Red Jet service to Southampton, are also close at hand. Built around 2011 and comprehensively refurbished in 2020, the house has been completed to an outstanding standard with high quality fittings throughout. Designed to maximise natural light and the stunning coastal outlook, it features powder coated aluminium double glazing, underfloor heating, plantation shutters to all first floor rooms and newly fitted kitchen and bathroom suites. The accommodation is arranged over two floors and includes generous living spaces, five bedrooms, four bath/shower rooms and excellent storage. A double garage, ample parking and a series of beautifully arranged outdoor terraces further enhance the property’s appeal. The ground floor includes a spacious entrance hall and a superb open plan kitchen, dining and living area with bi fold doors opening to the rear terrace. Two double bedrooms on this level enjoy Solent views, each with its own en suite shower room. A well equipped utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor.

Upstairs, a vaulted sitting room with a glazed apex frames panoramic views of the Solent and surrounding countryside, opening onto a covered west facing balcony ideal for year round sunsets. The principal bedroom also features a vaulted ceiling, extensive glazing and an en suite shower room. Two further double bedrooms overlook the rear garden and are served by a spacious family bathroom.

Outside, the property offers a block paved driveway, double garage and a series of low maintenance terraces providing multiple seating areas perfect for enjoying the sea view. A detached studio with its own terrace, storage and shower room offers excellent versatility as guest accommodation, a home office or gym.

What the Owner says:

Our home on the Island has been so much more than just a second property for us - it has been our sanctuary, our reset button and a place filled with wonderful memories. The house works in every season - light-filled and full of energy in the summer and a cosy peaceful retreat in the cooler months.

There is something about crossing the Solent - the air seems fresher, the skies wider and life instantly calmer. Whether it's walks along the coast, lunches in welcoming local restaurants or taking in the magnificent sunsets, every visit feels like a proper escape.