Isle of Wight Historic Houses

Appuldurcombe is an18th-century Baroque house approached via a long private drive. The house sits in lovely 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

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Heritage Highlight: 18th century Drawing Room with its marble floor
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Farringford is Georgian Gothic house that was the beloved home of Alfred, Lord Tennyson from 1853 until his death in 1892. The house has been restored to the way it looked in Tennyson's lifetime, and is set in historic parkland.
Bedbury Lane, Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight, England, PO40 9PE

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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.
West Lane, Brading, Sandown, Isle of Wight, England, PO36 0JQ

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Osborne is an Italianate house designed 1845-1850 by Prince Albert as a retreat for himself and Queen Victoria. A grieving Victoria had the house preserved as it was when Albert died in 1861. Watch for crowds; this is one of the most heavily visited houses in Britain.
York Avenue, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, PO32 6JX

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