Standen House is a splendid Georgian residence with earlier historical roots, showcasing spacious accommodation that spans over 9,000 sq ft. This property boasts an impressive collection of stone and brick period outbuildings alongside beautifully landscaped gardens, including a walled kitchen garden, paddocks, and mature woodlands. Although well-kept over the years, the house presents an exceptional opportunity for renovation and modernising to meet contemporary living standards while preserving its architectural integrity.
Accessed via a private driveway leading to a grand entrance with classical portico details, the layout features three main floors full of period character. Highlights include high ceilings in the entrance hall with flagstone flooring and large windows providing sweeping views toward Gatcombe. The ground floor includes several generous reception rooms ideal for entertaining, notably 'The Ballroom' and a formal dining room with an attractive fireplace. The traditional kitchen is accompanied by auxiliary spaces such as a pantry and estate office—all ready for updates.
The upper levels comprise eight bedrooms along with additional attic spaces, complemented by a two-bedroom annexe that could serve staff or guests. With various rooms adaptable for different functions like studies or dressing rooms, this versatile space calls for creative reimagining to suit modern lifestyles. With the property having been owned by the same family since the 1950s, it stands as a rare chance to re-establish one of the island's architectural treasures.
The extensive range of outbuildings to the north offers significant potential—currently featuring partially refurbished Garden Cottage alongside traditional garden stores—and includes a tithe barn and stables that could be converted for residential living or leisure pursuits (subject to necessary consents).
Set within roughly 19 acres of enchanting grounds surrounded by established trees and hedges, Standen House encompasses not only formal gardens but also pastureland and woodland offering privacy and tranquility. Positioned centrally on the island amid rolling countryside with southern views across scenic downland, it remains conveniently close to Newport's amenities while offering easy access to nearby coastal towns like Cowes and Yarmouth.
This location promises delightful coastal living options combined with access to outdoor activities and community events—rendering it not just a residence but an opportunity for investment into an extraordinary lifestyle.
