Stroanville Lodge Fairy Cottage, Laxey, Isle of Man An incomparable living experience
A dramatically situated property offering unrivalled coastal views and supremely spacious, luxuriously appointed accommodation distinguished by the finest traditional craftsmanship and discreetly incorporated cutting-edge technology. A bold expression of refined contemporary luxury, executed immaculately, where intricate attention to detail, peerless fit and finish and impeccable decorative order in an understated palette of calming neutral tones combine to create an exceptional family home with supremely flexible living and entertaining spaces, four bedrooms, all en suite and a separate one-bedroom guest/staff apartment. With inspirational design and lavish use of high-performance glazing that frames the commanding views, the outdoors becomes a fluid extension of the interior, which benefits from maximum natural light. Enjoying a secluded woodland setting with panoramic sea views, the property is only moments away from the centre of Laxey village and just a short car drive away from the capital, Douglas. Location: Travel out of Douglas along the coast road (A2) into Laxey. Pass the Fairy Cottage filling station and bear right onto Old Laxey Hill. Cross over the tramlines, immediately after turn right and Stroanville Lodge is the penultimate property. Features include: Panoramic sea views; Entrance atrium; Reception hall; Living room; Magnificent 30 x 23 kitchen/dining room; TV/family room; First floor drawing room with vaulted ceiling; Master suite of bedroom, bathroom and dressing room; Three further bedrooms, all en suite; Utility room; Cloakroom; Guest/staff apartment; KNX home automation system; Sonos wireless audio system; Category 6 cabling throughout; American walnut internal doors; Solid oak flooring; Bespoke Iroko-framed double glazing; Frameless glass balconies; Oil-fired underfloor heating; Double garage; Easily managed gardens.
Inside The property is approached via an electrically operated gate opening onto an expansive paved drive bordered by Manx stone retaining walls and lawned areas. The accommodation, with approximate room sizes comprises: Entrance atrium: 12 10 x 9 1 (3.9 x 2.9m) plus passage. Ceiling soaring to 25 5 (7.7m), limestone tiled floor. Glazed double doors to: Reception hall: 19 5 x 9 10 (5.9 x 2.9m) Double coat cupboard, limestone floor. Iroko and glass staircase to first floor. Cloakroom: Hewn gemstone wash basin set on counter top, w.c., limestone tiled floor and walls. Double aspect living room: 22 10 x 19 4 (6.9 x 5.8m) Oak floor, glazed twin double doors to balcony. Double doors from reception hall and concealed sliding doors to kitchen/dining room. Magnificent kitchen/dining room: 30 4 x 23 5 (9.2 x 7.1m) overall Kitchen/breakfast room area lavishly fitted with bespoke high-gloss and American walnut units incorporating coffee-making system, twin dishwashers, double electric ovens with microwave, steam and grill functions and twin plate-warming drawers, all by Siemens. Sub-Zero integrated wine refrigerator. Armana fridge/freezer, stainless steel sink unit, back-lit splash back. Corian and American walnut island unit/breakfast bar with De Dietrich induction hob and servo-drive drawer units. Limestone tiled floor, bi-fold doors to balcony offering views over a stream, waterfall and woodland. Dining room area with glazed twin double doors to balcony, three decorative illuminated display alcoves. Double aspect TV/family room: 14 9 x 14 4 (4.5 x 4.3m) Vaulted ceiling, oak floor, glazed double doors to balcony. Utility room: 8 11 x 8 1 (2.7 x 2.5m) Laminate-topped work counters with cupboards under, stainless steel sink unit, Firebird oil-fired boiler, cupboard housing Ariston hot water cylinder, tiled floor.
First Floor: Galleried landing: 29 2 x 13 9 (8.9 x 13 9m) Glazed wall overlooking entrance atrium, vaulted ceiling, oak floor. Communications/data cupboard. Staircase in iroko with glass balustrade to second floor. Double aspect sitting room: 32 3 x 23 9 (9.8 x 7.2m) Vaulted ceiling, oak floor, glazed twin double doors to balcony. Master suite: Bedroom: 17 1 x 16 11 (5.2 x 5.1m) Vaulted ceiling, oak floor, bi-fold doors to balcony. Double aspect en suite bathroom: 15 7 x 13 9 (4.7 x 4.2m) Sumptuously appointed with twin wash basins set on counter top with 3D illuminated infinity mirrors over, dais-mounted Phoenix whirlpool bath with Aqualisa stop/start control, walk-in wet room/shower enclosure with rain shower head, hand spray and directional jets, wall-mounted LED mirror-finish TV, w.c., loop design towel radiator, limestone tiled walls and floor. Dressing room: Lined with fitted shelves and hanging space, oak floor. Bedroom 2: 16 1 x 12 (4.9 x 3.6m) Oak floor. En suite shower room: Walk-in shower enclosure with rain shower head, directional jets and hand spray, counter-top wash basin with 3D illuminated infinity mirror over, w.c., chrome heated towel rail, fully tiled walls and floor. Double aspect bedroom 3: 13 5 x 12 2 (4 x 3.7m) Oak floor. Dais-mounted bath with Aqualisa stop/start control, counter-top wash basin with 3D illuminated infinity mirror over, walk-in shower enclosure with rain shower head, directional jets and hand spray, w.c., chrome heated towel rail, fully tiled walls and floor. Second floor: Bedroom 4: 20 4 x 14 9 (6.2 x 4.4m) Walk-in wardrobe, eaves storage, oak floor, three Velux windows. Double wardrobe doors leading to: Secret playroom: 15 11 x 15 7 (4.8 x 4.7m) Twin roof lights, oak floor. Oval free-standing bath and faucet, wash basin set on counter top with 3D illuminated infinity mirror over, walk-in shower enclosure with rain shower head and hand spray, w.c., chrome heated towel rail, fully tiled walls and floor. Staircase from entrance atrium in the main residence to: Guest/staff apartment: Double aspect living room/kitchen: Living room area: 18 11 x 11 6 (5.7 x 3.5m) Vaulted ceiling, oak floor, glazed twin double doors to balcony. Kitchen area: 9 x 7 9 (2.7 x 2.3m) Laminate-topped work counters with cabinets under, integrated dishwasher and refrigerator, electric oven and four-burner electric hob with stainless steel extractor hood, stainless steel sink unit, oak floor. Double aspect bedroom: 12 5 x 8 10 (3.7 x 2.7m) Oak floor, access to loft space. Spa bath with shower fitting and rain shower head, wash basin set on counter top, w.c., chrome heated towel rail/radiator, fully tiled walls and floor.
Outside Double garage with twin electrically operated roller doors. Secluded landscaped garden laid out for ease of maintenance with tiered lawned areas and terracing bordered by Manx stone retaining walls and mature trees and shrubs. Services: Mains water and electricity. Oil heating. Private drainage. Tenure: Freehold Ratable value: 320 Rates payable: 1654.39 Viewing: Strictly by appointment. These particulars, although believed to be correct, do not form part of an offer or a contract and they are not intended to form any representation of fact. The Estate Agent cannot accept any liability for any errors in the particulars stated, and a prospective purchaser should rely upon his own enquiries and inspections.