9 bedroom detached house for sale

Summary

The property nestles in seven acres of private, secluded and beautifully maintained gardens surrounded by woodland and accessed via a winding driveway with a pillared entrance that leads to a parking area for several vehicles. The mansion house itself is approximately 7,850sq/ft and consists of nine bedrooms (eight of which are en-suite), a spectacular drawing room and first floor library, entrance hall and staircase fitting of any property with such grandeur, five further reception rooms on the ground floor, a garage to the rear of the property, a bright and spacious kitchen that opens into a large indoor lawned garden plus the imposing clock tower that houses a top floor turret room looking out across Ravensdale Castle?s grounds. In addition to the main house there are two period cottages, a self-contained apartment, additional coach house, potential gymnasium and outdoor swimming pool converted to a sunken garden. LocationTravelling from Ramsey towards Ballaugh on the tt course, turn left before Ballaugh Bridge and follow the road into the Glen heading towards the cul-de-sac end where Ravensdale Castle can be found on the left hand side.Ground FloorGrand stepped entrance with outside lights to either side. Set of arched solid wood double doors provide access to the property. Ornate handles and period style archwayEnrance Porch (11?5 X 10?6)High coved ceilings. Ceiling downlighters. Ravensdale stained glass window to the left hand side. Built-in storage. Tiled flooring with mariners style Manx crest and slogan. Hardwood door leading into:Entrance Hall (17?3 X 11?5)Grand winding staircase to upper floors. Large chandelier. Ornate ceiling rose. Downlighters and wooden panelled ceiling. Parquet flooring. Solid wood panelled walls to waist height. Access to understairs cloakroom with WC, 2 pedestal wash basins. Lift access to four levels.Drawing Room (28? X 22?2)Original beamed ceilings and coving. Ornate ceiling rose. Modern downlighters and a large chandelier. Three large Georgian style sash windows with original side panels. Solid wood panelled walls to waist height. Original stained flooring. Feature inglenook fireplace with marble hearth.Library (40? X 36?)Exceptional sized room. Three ceiling lights with ornate ceiling roses. Coved ceiling. Five sliding sash Georgian style windows with original shutters to either side, incased into ornate panelling. Door into the formal front gardens. Built-in shelving to multiple walls. Carpeted flooring. Large open archway leading into:Study Area (14?9 X 11?5)Coved ceiling. Ornate ceiling rose with centre ceiling light. Ceiling downlighters. Dual aspect sliding sash windows with original built-in shutters and ornate panelling. Carpeted flooring. Access into:Rear PorchAccess into garage. Centre ceiling light. Hardwood double glazed sliding sash window to rear aspect. Built-in shelving. Carpeted flooring.Playroom (34?10 X 8?10)Provides access to a good sized storage space and garage. Built-in storage. Carpeted flooring. Three ceiling lights. Two sliding sash windows to rear aspect. Door to the rear driveway. Door down to the basement. Access to downstairs cloakroom and second study area. Stairs to first floor. Door into bar area and further door into the kitchen.Downstairs CloakroomFitted with a two piece suite comprising of wash hand basin and low level W.C. Centre ceiling light. Tile effect vinyl flooring.Second Study AreaAccessed via archway or a set of double doors. Two ceiling lights and ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Built-in storage to one corner. Additional built-in shelving. Carpeted flooring.Kitchen/Diner: Family Area (34?5 X 15?11)Centre ceiling light, ceiling rose and coved ceiling. Ceiling downlighters and wall lighting. Picture rail. Dado rail. Built-in log burner with ornate timber surround and marble hearth. Original parquet flooring. Double doors to entrance hall. Stairs up to archway leading into:KitchenFitted with a range of wood effect country style base, wall, drawer and display units. Dining/eating area. Built-in green five oven Aga. Inset single bowl sink with carved drainer into the worktop. Integrated dishwasher. Space for an American style fridge/freezer. Tiled flooring. Large conservatory style skylight. Set of double doors leading into the indoor garden with glazed panels to either side. Additional small arched window to the rear.Bar/Dining Area (27?3 X 21?1)Access off the dining area via a set of double doors with stained glass windows. Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Solid wood bar area with marble insert. Built-in shelving. One and a half bowl stainless steel sink with drainer. Ample storage below. Ornate panelling around the bar. Parquet flooring leading into the dining area to the rear.Dining AreaCentre ceiling light, ceiling rose and coved ceiling. Ceiling downlighters. Parquet flooring.First Floor: Half LandingFull height stained glass windows. Six panel stained window with a crest inset into each panel. Solid wood panelled walls to waist height.LandingStairs with centre carpet runner fitted with metal stair rods. Lift access. Fully carpeted. Stunning hardwood door with stained glass window leading into:Library (17?4 X 16?4)Full height ceiling with original ornate coved ceiling. Ceiling rose with chandelier style light fitting. Two hardwood sash windows with ornate wood panelling and surrounds. Full height built-in enclosed bookshelves with glass doors to one wall. Stained wood flooring. Period style cast iron fireplace with tiled insert and heart. Stained glass panelled door. Ornate wooden mahogany surround.CloakroomFitted with a two piece suite comprising of small built-in wash hand basin and W.C. Tiled surface and tiled surround. Carpeted flooring. Centre ceiling light.Bedroom Wing: Inner HallwayAccess to attic space. Built-in storage cupboards. Stained glass window. Carpeted flooring. Split level feature. Access to rear staircase and stairs to the top floor.Master Bedroom (17?2 X 13?6)Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Built-in wardrobe to one wall. Two large sliding sash windows with ornate wooden panelling to the side. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (8?11 X 6?)Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Sliding sash window. Step up to a good sized fully tiled double shower cubicle with glass door. Pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Shaver socket. Carpeted flooring.Dressing RoomLarge sliding sash window with views over the front garden with detailed wooden panelling to either side. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Wash RoomCeiling downlighters. Fitted with a pedestal wash hand basin. Additional wash area. Carpeted flooring.Bedroom 2 (14?1 X 13?11)Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Two sliding sash windows. Feature fireplace with cast iron insert and marble surround. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (10? X 8?6)Fitted with four piece suite comprising of a large Jacuzzi bathtub inset into a timber surround, fully tiled walk-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Patterned sash glass window to rear aspect. Fully tiled around bath. Extractor. 3 wall lights.Bedroom 3 (16?10 X 13?10)Large double bedroom. Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Two sliding sash windows to rear aspect. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (10?5 X 6?11)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Patterned glass sliding sash window to rear aspect. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighters.Bedroom 4 (14?10 X 11?10)Situated to the front of the property. Two ceiling lights and coved ceiling. Original sliding sash windows with built-in window shutters. Carpeted flooring. Picture rail. Door into:Ensuite (8?1 X 6?5)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround and shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Extractor. Picture rail.Bedroom 5 (17?3 X 14?9)Triple aspect. Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Three dual aspect sliding sash windows with built-in shutters. Carpeted flooring. Picture rail. Door into:Ensuite (7?1 X 6?)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround and with mixer shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and W.C. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighter. Coved ceiling. Extractor.Bedroom 6 (13?7 X 14?3)Dual aspect. Large double bedroom. Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Three sash windows with built-in shutters. Carpeted flooring. Picture rail. Door into:Ensuite (7?8 X 7?1)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround and mixer shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Sliding sash window to front aspect. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighter. Coved ceiling. Extractor.Inner StairwellCarpeted stairs leading up to the top floor. Velux skylight providing natural light.Top Floor: LandingCentre ceiling light. Coved ceiling. Carpeted flooring. Built-in storage cupboard. Lift access.Bedroom 7 (14?1 X 13?9)Two ceiling lights. Period effect with sloping ceiling and exposed beams. Cast iron fireplace. Dual aspect windows. Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Dado rail. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (8?11 X 8?3)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Carpeted flooring. Velux window.Bedroom 8 (18?4 X 14?3)Two ceiling lights. Period effect with sloping ceiling and exposed beams. Cast iron fireplace. Dual aspect windows. Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Dado rail. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (18?4 X 14?3)Ceiling downlighters. Patterned glass sliding sash window to side. Large built-in storage area. Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back and low level W.C. Coved ceiling. Carpeted flooring.Bedroom 9 (13?2 X 13?)Sliding sash window to front aspect. Ceiling with exposed beam. Carpeted flooring. Built-in bookcase/hidden doorway into:EnsuiteFitted with a pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Ceiling lighting. Arched sliding sash window. Fully carpeted stairs up to:Clock TowerCeiling hatch giving access to the roof space. Four windows providing a quadruple aspect view, three of which are sliding sash windows, one of which has the cast iron clock hands. Carpeted flooring.BasementStrip lighting. Lift access. Space for a wine cellar. Door into:Boiler RoomHouses two oil fired central heating boilers and two pressurised cylinders.OutsideRavensdale Castle is nestled in seven acres of completely private grounds accessed via a pillared gateway and winding driveway leading up to a large hard-standing parking area to the front of the property. The mainly laid to lawn parkland incorporates multiple mature trees, approximately two acres of woodland, walled garden in front and separate outdoor pool converted to a sunken garden. Outdoor lighting sweeps around the driveway and throughout the grounds.ServicesAll main services are connected. Oil fired central heating.RatesRavensdale castle ratable value: £652 rates payable: £3263.64 store rates payable: £128.69PossessionOn completion. The company do not hold themselves responsible for any expenses which may be incurred in visiting the same should it prove unsuitable or have been let, sold or withdrawn.ViewingStrictly by appointment through the Agents, Chrystals. Please let us know if you are unable to keep your appointment.HistoryWith historic records dating back to circa 1712 there is no doubting how unique Ravensdale Castle is. Originally called Knockan House its name changed in 1836 to Ravensdale but it was only in the 1950?s the status of Ravensdale Castle was born. Once owned by the most famous Manx Naval Commander ? Mr William Kelly, the property boasts a wealth of Naval history including the passing of ownership to Lt. Col Campbell ? Commander of the 45th Regiment, it was the lieutenant who changed the name from Knockan to Ravensdale. In the 1950?s a wealthy businessman by the name of Mr James Barr invested a great deal of money and it was he that created the name Ravensdale Castle. In 1960 the property again changed hands and was run as a hotel until 1984 after which the property became a residential dwelling and to this day still is one of the most sought after mansion houses on the Isle of Man.

Description

The property nestles in seven acres of private, secluded and beautifully maintained gardens surrounded by woodland and accessed via a winding driveway with a pillared entrance that leads to a parking area for several vehicles.The mansion house itself is approximately 7,850sq/ft and consists of nine bedrooms (eight of which are en-suite), a spectacular drawing room and first floor library, entrance hall and staircase fitting of any property with such grandeur, five further reception rooms on the ground floor, a garage to the rear of the property, a bright and spacious kitchen that opens into a large indoor lawned garden plus the imposing clock tower that houses a top floor turret room looking out across Ravensdale Castle?s grounds.In addition to the main house there are two period cottages, a self-contained apartment, additional coach house, potential gymnasium and outdoor swimming pool converted to a sunken garden.LocationTravelling from Ramsey towards Ballaugh on the tt course, turn left before Ballaugh Bridge and follow the road into the Glen heading towards the cul-de-sac end where Ravensdale Castle can be found on the left hand side.Ground FloorGrand stepped entrance with outside lights to either side. Set of arched solid wood double doors provide access to the property. Ornate handles and period style archwayEnrance Porch (11?5 X 10?6)High coved ceilings. Ceiling downlighters. Ravensdale stained glass window to the left hand side. Built-in storage. Tiled flooring with mariners style Manx crest and slogan. Hardwood door leading into:Entrance Hall (17?3 X 11?5)Grand winding staircase to upper floors. Large chandelier. Ornate ceiling rose. Downlighters and wooden panelled ceiling. Parquet flooring. Solid wood panelled walls to waist height. Access to understairs cloakroom with WC, 2 pedestal wash basins. Lift access to four levels.Drawing Room (28? X 22?2)Original beamed ceilings and coving. Ornate ceiling rose. Modern downlighters and a large chandelier. Three large Georgian style sash windows with original side panels. Solid wood panelled walls to waist height. Original stained flooring. Feature inglenook fireplace with marble hearth.Library (40? X 36?)Exceptional sized room. Three ceiling lights with ornate ceiling roses. Coved ceiling. Five sliding sash Georgian style windows with original shutters to either side, incased into ornate panelling. Door into the formal front gardens. Built-in shelving to multiple walls. Carpeted flooring. Large open archway leading into:Study Area (14?9 X 11?5)Coved ceiling. Ornate ceiling rose with centre ceiling light. Ceiling downlighters. Dual aspect sliding sash windows with original built-in shutters and ornate panelling. Carpeted flooring. Access into:Rear PorchAccess into garage. Centre ceiling light. Hardwood double glazed sliding sash window to rear aspect. Built-in shelving. Carpeted flooring.Playroom (34?10 X 8?10)Provides access to a good sized storage space and garage. Built-in storage. Carpeted flooring. Three ceiling lights. Two sliding sash windows to rear aspect. Door to the rear driveway. Door down to the basement. Access to downstairs cloakroom and second study area. Stairs to first floor. Door into bar area and further door into the kitchen.Downstairs CloakroomFitted with a two piece suite comprising of wash hand basin and low level W.C. Centre ceiling light. Tile effect vinyl flooring.Second Study AreaAccessed via archway or a set of double doors. Two ceiling lights and ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Built-in storage to one corner. Additional built-in shelving. Carpeted flooring.Kitchen/Diner: Family Area (34?5 X 15?11)Centre ceiling light, ceiling rose and coved ceiling. Ceiling downlighters and wall lighting. Picture rail. Dado rail. Built-in log burner with ornate timber surround and marble hearth. Original parquet flooring. Double doors to entrance hall. Stairs up to archway leading into:KitchenFitted with a range of wood effect country style base, wall, drawer and display units. Dining/eating area. Built-in green five oven Aga. Inset single bowl sink with carved drainer into the worktop. Integrated dishwasher. Space for an American style fridge/freezer. Tiled flooring. Large conservatory style skylight. Set of double doors leading into the indoor garden with glazed panels to either side. Additional small arched window to the rear.Bar/Dining Area (27?3 X 21?1)Access off the dining area via a set of double doors with stained glass windows. Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Solid wood bar area with marble insert. Built-in shelving. One and a half bowl stainless steel sink with drainer. Ample storage below. Ornate panelling around the bar. Parquet flooring leading into the dining area to the rear.Dining AreaCentre ceiling light, ceiling rose and coved ceiling. Ceiling downlighters. Parquet flooring.First Floor: Half LandingFull height stained glass windows. Six panel stained window with a crest inset into each panel. Solid wood panelled walls to waist height.LandingStairs with centre carpet runner fitted with metal stair rods. Lift access. Fully carpeted. Stunning hardwood door with stained glass window leading into:Library (17?4 X 16?4)Full height ceiling with original ornate coved ceiling. Ceiling rose with chandelier style light fitting. Two hardwood sash windows with ornate wood panelling and surrounds. Full height built-in enclosed bookshelves with glass doors to one wall. Stained wood flooring. Period style cast iron fireplace with tiled insert and heart. Stained glass panelled door. Ornate wooden mahogany surround.CloakroomFitted with a two piece suite comprising of small built-in wash hand basin and W.C. Tiled surface and tiled surround. Carpeted flooring. Centre ceiling light.Bedroom Wing: Inner HallwayAccess to attic space. Built-in storage cupboards. Stained glass window. Carpeted flooring. Split level feature. Access to rear staircase and stairs to the top floor.Master Bedroom (17?2 X 13?6)Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Built-in wardrobe to one wall. Two large sliding sash windows with ornate wooden panelling to the side. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (8?11 X 6?)Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Sliding sash window. Step up to a good sized fully tiled double shower cubicle with glass door. Pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Shaver socket. Carpeted flooring.Dressing RoomLarge sliding sash window with views over the front garden with detailed wooden panelling to either side. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Wash RoomCeiling downlighters. Fitted with a pedestal wash hand basin. Additional wash area. Carpeted flooring.Bedroom 2 (14?1 X 13?11)Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Two sliding sash windows. Feature fireplace with cast iron insert and marble surround. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (10? X 8?6)Fitted with four piece suite comprising of a large Jacuzzi bathtub inset into a timber surround, fully tiled walk-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Patterned sash glass window to rear aspect. Fully tiled around bath. Extractor. 3 wall lights.Bedroom 3 (16?10 X 13?10)Large double bedroom. Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Two sliding sash windows to rear aspect. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (10?5 X 6?11)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Patterned glass sliding sash window to rear aspect. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighters.Bedroom 4 (14?10 X 11?10)Situated to the front of the property. Two ceiling lights and coved ceiling. Original sliding sash windows with built-in window shutters. Carpeted flooring. Picture rail. Door into:Ensuite (8?1 X 6?5)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround and shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighters. Coved ceiling. Extractor. Picture rail.Bedroom 5 (17?3 X 14?9)Triple aspect. Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Three dual aspect sliding sash windows with built-in shutters. Carpeted flooring. Picture rail. Door into:Ensuite (7?1 X 6?)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround and with mixer shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and W.C. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighter. Coved ceiling. Extractor.Bedroom 6 (13?7 X 14?3)Dual aspect. Large double bedroom. Two ceiling lights. Coved ceiling. Three sash windows with built-in shutters. Carpeted flooring. Picture rail. Door into:Ensuite (7?8 X 7?1)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround and mixer shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Sliding sash window to front aspect. Carpeted flooring. Ceiling downlighter. Coved ceiling. Extractor.Inner StairwellCarpeted stairs leading up to the top floor. Velux skylight providing natural light.Top Floor: LandingCentre ceiling light. Coved ceiling. Carpeted flooring. Built-in storage cupboard. Lift access.Bedroom 7 (14?1 X 13?9)Two ceiling lights. Period effect with sloping ceiling and exposed beams. Cast iron fireplace. Dual aspect windows. Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Dado rail. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (8?11 X 8?3)Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Carpeted flooring. Velux window.Bedroom 8 (18?4 X 14?3)Two ceiling lights. Period effect with sloping ceiling and exposed beams. Cast iron fireplace. Dual aspect windows. Coved ceiling. Picture rail. Dado rail. Carpeted flooring. Door into:Ensuite (18?4 X 14?3)Ceiling downlighters. Patterned glass sliding sash window to side. Large built-in storage area. Fitted with a three piece suite comprising of a panelled bathtub with tiled surround, pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back and low level W.C. Coved ceiling. Carpeted flooring.Bedroom 9 (13?2 X 13?)Sliding sash window to front aspect. Ceiling with exposed beam. Carpeted flooring. Built-in bookcase/hidden doorway into:EnsuiteFitted with a pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Ceiling lighting. Arched sliding sash window. Fully carpeted stairs up to:Clock TowerCeiling hatch giving access to the roof space. Four windows providing a quadruple aspect view, three of which are sliding sash windows, one of which has the cast iron clock hands. Carpeted flooring.BasementStrip lighting. Lift access. Space for a wine cellar. Door into:Boiler RoomHouses two oil fired central heating boilers and two pressurised cylinders.OutsideRavensdale Castle is nestled in seven acres of completely private grounds accessed via a pillared gateway and winding driveway leading up to a large hard-standing parking area to the front of the property.The mainly laid to lawn parkland incorporates multiple mature trees, approximately two acres of woodland, walled garden in front and separate outdoor pool converted to a sunken garden. Outdoor lighting sweeps around the driveway and throughout the grounds.ServicesAll main services are connected. Oil fired central heating.RatesRavensdale castleratable value: £652 rates payable: £3263.64StoreRates payable: £128.69PossessionOn completion.The company do not hold themselves responsible for any expenses which may be incurred in visiting the same should it prove unsuitable or have been let, sold or withdrawn.ViewingStrictly by appointment through the Agents, Chrystals. Please let us know if you are unable to keep your appointment.HistoryWith historic records dating back to circa 1712 there is no doubting how unique Ravensdale Castle is. Originally called Knockan House its name changed in 1836 to Ravensdale but it was only in the 1950?s the status of Ravensdale Castle was born. Once owned by the most famous Manx Naval Commander ? Mr William Kelly, the property boasts a wealth of Naval history including the passing of ownership to Lt. Col Campbell ? Commander of the 45th Regiment, it was the lieutenant who changed the name from Knockan to Ravensdale. In the 1950?s a wealthy businessman by the name of Mr James Barr invested a great deal of money and it was he that created the name Ravensdale Castle. In 1960 the property again changed hands and was run as a hotel until 1984 after which the property became a residential dwelling and to this day still is one of the most sought after mansion houses on the Isle of Man.
9 bedrooms