Carisbrooke, Isle of Wight

Seller Insight

I bought this property because I loved the quirkiness of it and the wonderful garden, and at Christmastime ‘dressed overall’ it looks fabulous. But I feel I need to move nearer to my family and hope that new owners will appreciate everything this gorgeous lodge has to offer.

The location is ideal as in many ways we have ‘the best of both worlds.’ There are wonderful places to walk the dogs including a short walk to the castle or there is a footpath where you can stroll into Newport in about 10 minutes. There is also a bus stop outside the back gate so you don’t even need to get the car out. The village of Carisbrooke includes two pubs, a café, an Italian restaurant and a few shops in the high street. There are also four schools including St Thomas primary school and Christ the King secondary school as well as a doctor’s surgery.

Newport is the county town of the Isle of Wight and includes a variety of high street stores and independent shops as well as wide selection of restaurants and bars. There is a weekly street market and a farmers’ market and a number of primary and secondary schools within the vicinity. It is not far from the Shide Nature Reserve and the walks or cycle rides along the River Medina are a real pleasure, while the Newport Golf Club is available for golfing enthusiasts.

It is a delightful place to live and as a base for a holiday as it is in the centre of the island so it is easy to get to everywhere whether you want to visit the famous Needles, enjoy a day at the charming Godshill with its iconic model village or ‘shop till you drop’ in the individual boutiques in Ryde.

There are plenty of local attractions including a museum, a roman villa and the quay arts centre as well as Carisbrooke Castle and Monkey Haven. A variety of annual events take place in the area including the world famous Isle of Wight festival and the boutique Eclectica festival at Robin Hill.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Step inside

The Lodge

Sweeping in through the attractive and unusual front gate and onto the extensive driveway of this charming period lodge you are immediately immersed in the gorgeous external appeal. With its high finialled roof line and tall chimneys, original grey stone walls, cathedral style mullioned windows, pitched roof porch and arched front door there is something to admire wherever you look. Nestling in a beautifully landscaped large garden and surrounded by countryside with far reaching views, the property is believed to have been built in 1858 as the lodge for Carisbrooke cemetery. It is full of period features including the mullioned windows and a sculpted archway between the lounge and the sitting room but has been sensitively extended and updated to provide everything needed for modern living.

Once through the entrance lobby and hallway there is open access to the sitting room/ study and a fascinating wood door to the lounge. There is actually open access between all the rooms on the ground floor providing a free flowing and semi open plan feel to the ground floor reception rooms. The delightful lounge includes a central ceiling rose, a charming fireplace with a log burner and an attractive bay window, while the spacious L shaped, triple aspect kitchen/dining area features mullioned windows and French doors to a courtyard and the garden. There are plenty of storage units and appliances as well as a larder cupboard and room for a good sized table and chairs plus a nearby cloakroom.

On the first floor there is a large, contemporary family bathroom with a bath and separate double shower as well as two double bedrooms. One includes a fitted cupboard and the other has a charming mullioned bay window.

The extensive garden and grounds are a real feature of this interesting Victorian gothic property and have been beautifully designed with terraces to provide different rural vistas including views across to the famous Carisbrooke Castle in the wintertime. There is a superb decked terrace covered by a pergola and a patio outside the property with a charming wood gazebo. Both are places where you can enjoy the sunshine and sit and admire the impressive trees, rose beds, shrub borders and well situated in the midst of a gravel pathway as well as the wildflower meadow.

You can park numerous vehicles on the large driveway and there are two large outbuildings including one that has been used as a potting shed while the other would make an excellent office for anyone working from home as it includes lighting, power and electrics.

Travel Information

7.4 miles from West Cowes to Southampton Red Jet Ferry Terminal

12.1 miles from Yarmouth to Lymington Ferry Terminal

7 miles from Fishbourne to Portsmouth Ferry Terminal

Southern Vectis Buses routes provide regular services through the area, connecting you to all the areas of the island. For ticket prices visit www.islandbuses.info

Leisure Clubs & Facilities

Medina Leisure Centre, Newport 3 miles

Newport Golf Club, Newport 2.7 miles

Newport Cricket Club, Newport 2.8 miles

Red House Day Spa, Newport 2.1 miles

Healthcare Doctors Surgeries

Medina Health Centre, Newport 01983 522198

The Dower House Surgery, Newport 01983 523525

Carisbrooke Health Centre, Carisbrooke 01983 5221508

General Hospitals

St Mary’s Hospital, Parkhurst Ryde, Newport (3.4 miles) 01983 822099

Education

Primary Schools

Nine Acres Primary School, Newport 01983 522984

Newport C of E Primary School, Newport 01983 522826

Hunnyhill Primary School, Newport 01983 522506

Carisbrooke C of E Primary School, Carisbrooke 01983 522348

St Thomas of Canterbury Primary School 01983 522747

Secondary Schools/Colleges

Carisbrooke College, Newport 01983 524651

Christ The King Upper College, Newport 01983 537 070

Medina College, Newport 01983 861 222

Ryde Private School, Ryde 01983 562 295

Ryde Academy, Ryde 01983 567 331

Isle of Wight College, Newport 01982 526 631

Island VI Form Campus, Newport 01983 522886

Assisted Learning Schools

Medina House School, Newport 01983 522 917

St. Georges School, Newport 01983 524 634

St Catherine’s School, Ventnor 01983 852722

Restaurants/Bars

The Eight Bells, Newport

The Bargeman’s Rest, Newport

The Blacksmith Arms, Carisbrooke Burrs, Newport

Valentinos Restaurant, Newport

The Sun Inn, Calbourne

These bars and restaurants are available within a 7-mile radius of this home.

Local Attractions / Landmarks

Osborne House – East Cowes

Tapnell Farm - Yarmouth

Fort Victoria Country Park - Norton

Yarmouth Castle - Yarmouth

The Needles Landmark Attraction – Alum Bay

Carisbrooke Castle – Carisbrooke

Monkey Haven - Newport

Robin Hill Country Park - Downend

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2023 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 2597969. Registered Office: Pittis & Co Ltd/ Arun Estate Agencies Ltd, St Leonards House, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RJ. Printed 25.01.2023

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Hallway Lounge 13’11 x 13’1

Sitting Room 11’9 x 11’8 Cloakroom Dining Area 11’11 x 8’8 Kitchen 14’10 x 7’

FIRST FLOOR

Landing Bedroom 1 12’1 x 10’5 Bedroom 2 12’7 x 10’10 Bathroom

OUTSIDE

Ample Driveway Parking Front Garden

Large Tiered Rear Garden & Courtyard Summer House 11’4 x 7’4 Shed / Workshop

Council Tax Band: C

Tenure: Freehold