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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Isle of Wight County Press: This dream home is set in a picturesque location on the north coast of the island. Picture: ZooplaThis dream home is set in a picturesque location on the north coast of the island. Picture: Zoopla

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.

Isle of Wight County Press: The entrance has an attractive fireplace to welcome you home. Picture: ZooplaThe entrance has an attractive fireplace to welcome you home. Picture: Zoopla

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.

Isle of Wight County Press: The drawing room leads on to a wooden conservatory. Picture: ZooplaThe drawing room leads on to a wooden conservatory. Picture: Zoopla

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.

Isle of Wight County Press: Views of the grounds can be enjoyed from the sitting room. Picture: ZooplaViews of the grounds can be enjoyed from the sitting room. Picture: Zoopla

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.

Isle of Wight County Press: The kitchen/diner offers ample space for entertaining. Picture: ZooplaThe kitchen/diner offers ample space for entertaining. Picture: Zoopla

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.

Isle of Wight County Press: This home offers eight spacious bedrooms. Picture: ZooplaThis home offers eight spacious bedrooms. Picture: Zoopla

Heading up to the second floor, there are a series of characterful rooms with sloping ceilings including two more bedrooms and a bathroom.

Isle of Wight County Press: A clawfoot, roll-top bath makes this bathroom an elegant space. Picture: ZooplaA clawfoot, roll-top bath makes this bathroom an elegant space. Picture: Zoopla

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.

Isle of Wight County Press: The heated swimming pool is enclosed by fencing and boasts a paved terrace and pool house. Picture: ZooplaThe heated swimming pool is enclosed by fencing and boasts a paved terrace and pool house. Picture: Zoopla

Summary

Location: Woodside Road, Wootton Bridge, Ryde

Guide price: £2,650,000

Agent: Spence Willard

Contact: 01983 200880