7 bedroom Country House in Bonchurch, Isle of Wight, Price Reduction Guide Price of £695,000
Property for sale - Ventnor office.

Does rich, architectural history inspire your mind? Would you relish the opportunity to preserve and restore a large home to its former grandeur? Then welcome home to Bonchurch Manor.
This sprawling, coastal country home, built in 1836 by church historian Canon Venables, has fulfilled many needs throughout its years. A story told with cobbled and pitch pine floors, original fireplaces, decorative plasterwork, an orangery, and other original feature. Higher ceilings lend a spacious presence to Bonchurch Manor’s rooms and draw in maximum light. With the house standing 300ft above sea level, and facing due south toward the sea, one cannot help but feel the house’s unique vitality.
Outside, just under an acre. With manicured front lawn, mature lush trees and shrubs surrounding a whimsical pond to complete the breathtaking landscape. At the back of Bonchurch Manor, tree-lined cliffs frame a smuggler’s cave on the second garden level. Ascend to the third level and discover a former Victorian picnic site. A private drive featuring parking for 5+ cars ends at the steps of the spectacular conservatory.
The area surrounding the manor includes the village of Bonchurch-one of the oldest known settlements on the island. Nestled at the foot of St. Boniface down and shielded from the northerly winds, the town enjoys a surprising tropical microclimate. Historic buildings enhance any trip into Bonchurch, along with a well-known traditional pub and a restaurant owned by a Michelin starred chef.
The southern coastline of the island provides cliffs and coastal walks, as well as the quiet and secluded Monk’s Bay beaches, just what’s needed for an invigorating swim.
Though Bonchurch Manor needs the touch of a gifted craftsperson and some maintenance and repair, its foundation is that of a truly classic home. It’s perfect for a large family, as a conference facility, or parceled as individual apartments.

From Bonchurch Shute, drive leads up to Bonchurch Manor with parking for several vehicles.

ENTRANCE VESTIBULE:
A magnificent entrance porch, mainly glass with some ornate windows and white painted wooden frame, Victorian quarry tiled floor and stone steps up to imposing stained glass front door. Well established vines and plants festoon the stone walls.

From vestibule, stained glass and wooden front door with stained glass windows either side into:

“PALM COURT” ENTRANCE HALL: 50’0 x 10’0
Wood panelled vaulted ceiling and wood panelled walls to half height. Wonderful restored pitch-pine parquet floor, stairs up to first floor with decorative lamp. Two fireplaces, ornate wood panelled archway. Radiator.

From entrance hall, door into:

DRAWING ROOM: 40’0 x 15’0
A magnificent drawing room with vaulted ceiling and French windows on a grand scale opening out to the South facing veranda and front lawn. Further alcoved bay window with wooden shutters and curved seat and further large bay window. Two fireplaces, two radiators.

From entrance hall, door into:

DINING ROOM: 24’0 x 18’0
French casement windows overlooking the south facing garden. Herringbone pitch pine floor. Original fireplace with brass hearth and tiled inserts. Connected by door to Conservatory.

From entrance hall, door into:

KITCHEN: 15’11 x 12’11
Fitted shelving with stainless steel worktops. Two gas cookers and one electric cooker. Stainless steel sink. Window to rear.

From kitchen, door into:

PREPARATION ROOM: 15’6 x 13’5
Fitted shelving. Stainless steel twin bowl sink unit, dishwasher, wash basin.

UPSTAIRS:
From upstairs there are spectacular sea views across the extensive front gardens. There are 7 bedrooms, additional multifunctional rooms, office and a gym room as well as numerous bathrooms, some en-suite and w.c.s.

OUTSIDE:
With over 1 acre, the gardens are surrounded by lush with mature trees and shrubs with a formal lawned front garden overlooking the sea. A smugglers cave and cliff lined with trees form the northern part of the gardens. An old Victorian picnic site can be found on the third level which appears to be the habitat of badgers, foxes and red squirrels. The gardens have spectacular sea views at all levels and there is a private drive with car parking space for over 5 cars.

TO VIEW:
Strictly by appointment only through the vendors sole agents 01 Estate Agents.

DISCLAIMER
We have not tested any fixtures, fittings, appliances or services, including any central heating system and we cannot therefore guarantee that these are in working order.
1) Items shown on photographs in these particulars do not imply that they are included in the sale.
2) Tenures are unconfirmed unless stated otherwise.
3) Floor plans are not to scale and are for guidance as to the arrangement of accommodation only.
4) All measurements are approximate.
5) Internal square footage measurements are approximate and do not include hallways, bathroom/shower rooms or WC’S.