As dream homes go, this secluded Victorian country pile onthe Isle of Wight is going to take some beating.
With eight bedrooms, heated swimming pool, tennis court and private beach, there’s not a lot it doesn’t have.
But as dream homes go, this level comes at a price, and you will need a substantial bank balance to consider putting in an offer.
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Located on the north coast of the Island, just west of Wootton Creek, the property, advertised on Zoopla, is in a quiet and private setting, with picturesque coastal walks accessible directly from the property.
The land was purchased by Rev. Edward Croften in 1865 where he commissioned Oak Lawn. The reverend was followed by a number of interesting subsequent owners including Colonel Cuthell, Lady Eve Wemyss and Rear Admiral Reginald Hutton.
Inside, the house is packed full of period features such as original floorboards and impressive fireplaces, and large windows make the most of the views over the grounds and Solent.
The entrance is flooded with light thanks to a deep bay window. A period fireplace and impressive main staircase also add to the elegance of this space.
Moving through to the drawing room, two sets of large, glazed doors opening to the conservatory and providing views to the Solent.
The conservatory itself is a wooden structure with tiled flooring and doors to the garden.
Additional tranquil views can be found in the sitting room thanks to a bay window overlooking the grounds.
Also on the ground floor, you can find a TV Room and cloakroom with ornate tiled flooring.
A multitude of windows and French doors mean the kitchen/dining room boasts views over the front and rear garden and the Solent while internally, the shaker style units with both maple and granite worksurfaces, twin sink units, and two oven electric Aga is also a treat for the eye.
Up on the first floor, there is a study and six bedrooms, two of which are en suite.
A doorway from the main landing leads to the eastern end of the house where a staircase leads down to a continuation of the first floor and a further staircase leads up to the second floor.
Heading up to the second floor, there are a series of characterful rooms with sloping ceilings including two more bedrooms and a bathroom.
Outside, are grounds running to approximately 4.5 acres featuring mature woodland and gardens along with the pool and tennis court.
A meandering driveway is flanked with lawns and trees and leads to a turning circle in front of the house which offers extensive parking.
To the seaward side of the house there is a sandstone paved terrace, perfect for a spot of al fresco dining and entertaining, with steps leading down to a lawn.
Summary
Location: Woodside Road, Wootton Bridge, Ryde
Guide price: £2,650,000
Agent: Spence Willard
Contact: 01983 200880
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