The Isle of Wight is enjoying a wonderful renaissance appealing to young families, those looking for a change of scenery or simply a weekend retreat to redress the balance of a busy life. The Spence Willard team have all chosen the Isle of Wight as their home, so you can rest assured that we know the community, all of the hidden gems and why the Island is so inherently charming as the destination to invest in a home.
Just over 60 miles from London, the Isle of Wight can be easily accessed via the A3 and M3, and you can proceed to travel across the Solent in as little as 10 minutes. There are a choice of six ferry routes arriving in either Yarmouth, Cowes, East Cowes, Fishbourne or Ryde so whatever your final destination once on the Island, you can access with ease.
With over half of the Island designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the recent UNESCO Biosphere status there is much to inspire and be enjoyed. 57 miles of glorious coastline range from sandy beaches to rugged cliffs meaning there is something for everyone. There are many outdoor pursuits such as paddle boarding, sailing, golfing, horse riding, surfing, mountain biking and paragliding so you’ll never be short of new experiences. For balance (and the less adventurous!), there’s a wealth of other activities including foraging courses, pottery classes, floristry courses and jewellery making.
Delightful restaurants can be found across the Island selling fresh, local produce and delectable local wines and spirits, so you can enjoy the stunning vistas and take in the fresh coastal air whilst dining in quaint, yet stylish eateries. For the nights at home, there are a number of local delicatessen’s, bakers, butchers and fishmongers so you can have the ‘farm-to-fork’ experience from the comfort of your home.
There are charming villages and picturesque harbour towns steeped in history with many gorgeous properties from rural cottages to Victorian Villas, country houses to waterfront wonders and those with architectural accolade just waiting for you to uncover…