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Isle of Wight Travel Guide - Historic Houses

This listing concentrates primarily on historic houses, manors, and stately homes. The Isle of Wight also boasts a fascinating array of other Historic Buildings, from windmills to military structures.

Appuldurcombe House    18th century Baroque house approached via a long private drive. Appuldurcombe sits in gardens designed by Capability Brown. The house is sadly little more than a shell, but you can admire the wonderful architecture and enjoy the 11 acre gardens. Displays tell the story of the house, and there is a falconry centre on the site. Appuldurcombe Farm, Wroxall, Isle of Wight, England, PO38 3EW Attraction Type: Historic House Location: 0.5 m W Wroxall, off B3327 Website: Appuldurcombe House Email: enquiries@appuldurcombe.co.uk Phone: 01983 852 484 Location map OS SZ541803 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Nunwell House and Gardens    A largely Jacobean house with additions from the Georgian period, Nunwell is set in a lovely location offering views to the sea. Visitors can see a set of attractive panelled rooms, including the chamber where the ill-fated King Charles I spent his last night of freedom. Brading, Isle of Wight, England, PO36 0JQ Attraction Type: Historic House Location: 1 m NW Brading Phone: 01983 407240 Location map OS SZ593874 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Osborne House   Italianate house designed 1845-1850 by Prince Albert as a retreat for himself and Queen Victoria. A grieving Victoria had the house preserved exactly as it was when Albert died in 1861. Watch for crowds; this is one of the most heavily visited houses in Britain. East Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, PO32 6JY Attraction Type: Historic House Location: 1 m SE East Cowes, off A3021 Website: Osborne House Phone: 01983 200 022 Fax: 01983 297 281 English Heritage Location map OS SZ516 948 Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering