5 bed detached house for sale

Gatcombe Road, Gatcombe PO30

Tuckers Farm, Gatcombe. Isle of Wight Guide Price: £1,500,000

Guide Price: £1,500,000 | 5 Bedrooms | 5 Receptions | 4 Bathrooms | Approx. 15 Acres Total

A rare opportunity to acquire a 17th-century (non-listed) farmhouse set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enjoying sweeping views across its own land and surrounding countryside. Tuckers Farm offers the best of historic charm, modern eco-conscious living, and rural tranquillity.

The Residence, Outbuildings, Pool & Land
Guide Price: £1,500,000

A substantial five-bedroom, four-bathroom country house spanning three floors, Tuckers Farmhouse has been sympathetically modernised to create an elegant yet practical family home. The main house retains original flagstones, exposed stone walls, period fireplaces, and oak beams, while also benefitting from major modern upgrades:

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  New Water Main Recently installed, providing reliable pressure and long-term security
  
  
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  Solar Panels with Battery Storage A comprehensive solar energy system delivers low-cost, energy-efficient living
  
  
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  Zappi EV Charger Electric vehicle ready with a smart charging system
  
  
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  Eddi Solar water heater
  
  
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  Air Source Heated Swimming Pool Located in a walled garden setting with summerhouse, hot tub, and lighting
  
  
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  Free Water Supply A historic covenant grants free access to mains water, reducing running costs
  
  

Ground Floor

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  Entrance Porch with wet room and WC
  
  
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  Boot Room and Utility Room with extensive cabinetry
  
  
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  Spacious open-plan Kitchen/Family Room featuring a south-facing apex window, Travertine floors, granite worktops, and integrated appliances
  
  
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  Drawing Room and Living Room both with feature fireplaces and bay windows
  
  
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  Snug
  
  
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  Dining Room
  
  

First Floor

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  Master Bedroom with Dressing Area, Roof Terrace, and En Suite Bathroom
  
  
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  Two Additional Double Bedrooms with Built-In Storage
  
  
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  Family Bathroom with Large Shower and Separate Bath
  
  

Second Floor

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  Two Further Bedrooms, both with countryside views
  
  
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  En Suite Bathroom
  
  
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  Top Floor Lounge and Study
  
  

Outbuildings (144m2)
To the west of the main house lies a courtyard of traditional stone outbuildings, including:

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  Insulated Offices
  
  
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  Bike Store
  
  
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  Workshop/Barn with potential for conversion (STPP)
  
  
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  Double Stable
  
  

All have power, lighting, and a variety of potential uses including studio space, annexe, or business premises.

Gardens & Pool Area (over 1 Acre)
The front walled garden is beautifully landscaped with terraces and lawns. Steps lead up to a private pool area, complete with patio, summerhouse with kitchenette, and planting for privacy and colour.

Paddocks and Rear Field (over 14 Acres)
Two front paddocks plus a larger field to the rear of the house, all well-fenced and suitable for:

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  Equestrian use
  
  
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  Hobby farming or smallholding
  
  
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  Rewilding or biodiversity initiatives
  
  
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  Grazing agreements with local farmers
  
  

The land benefits from direct road access and stunning views back toward the house.

Additional Details

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  Tenure Freehold
  
  
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  Council Tax Band G
  
  
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  EPC Rated C
  
  
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  Private Drainage Septic tank
  
  
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  Access Gated access to both house and land via Gatcombe Road
  
  

Location
Tuckers Farm is next door to Gatcombe Estate Vineyard and the 13th-century-built St. Olave's Church. Surrounded by some of the island’s finest countryside, Gatcombe is a peaceful, no-through village in the heart of the Isle of Wight. A paradise for walkers, riders, country pursuits and nature lovers. This idyllic location is also well connected—no more than 25 minutes from anywhere on the island.

Entrance Porch

Wet room & WC.

Boot Room (13' 1'' x 5' 8'' (3.98m x 1.72m))

Utility room with extensive cabinetry.

Open Plan Kitchen/Family Room (24' 7'' x 17' 3'' (7.50m x 5.26m))

Travertine floors, south-facing apex window adding natural lighting into the property. Modern-fitted kitchen with granite worktops and integrated appliances. Appliances include an integral wine cooler, dishwasher, fridge, electric griddle and a range cooker. Appliances include an integral wine cooler, dishwasher, fridge and electric griddle and a Range cooker with extractor above.

Pantry (6' 5'' x 6' 2'' (1.96m x 1.87m))

Walk-in pantry. Built-in shelves for storing food and utensils.

Snug (10' 8'' x 11' 1'' (3.25m x 3.37m))

Snug opens up to Kitchen area.

Dining Room (12' 10'' x 9' 10'' (3.91m x 3.00m))

Character room with ancient beams. Flagstone flooring with window looking out to countryside views. Opening to the drawing room.

Drawing Room (17' 7'' x 14' 3'' (5.35m x 4.35m))

Oak parquet flooring and original stone walls. Dual aspect room with wide bay window offering picturesque country side views. Period fireplace with wood burning stove.

Living Room (21' 0'' x 14' 3'' (6.41m x 4.34m))

Flagstone flooring and original stone walls. Bay window looking out to picturesque country side views.

Bedroom 1 (22' 0'' x 15' 1'' (6.70m x 4.60m))

Good-sized double bedroom with stunning countryside views. French doors open to a roof terrace that overlooks the grounds.

Bedroom 2 (13' 2'' x 9' 10'' (4.01m x 3.00m))

Dual aspect double bedroom with country side views and built - in cupboards.

Bedroom 3 (19' 5'' x 12' 6'' (5.92m x 3.81m))

Double bedroom with countryside views. Built-in cupboards.

Bedroom 4 (16' 10'' x 24' 8'' (5.14m x 7.52m))

Dual aspect room with views. Built-in cupboards.

Guest Suite (14' 0'' x 13' 4'' (4.27m x 4.06m))

Double bedroom with views and built-in cupboards.

Lounge/Study (12' 10'' x 24' 5'' (3.90m x 7.43m))

Barn/Store (33' 8'' x 13' 8'' (10.25m x 4.16m))

To the west of the farm house is this attractive stone barn with doors to either side. Offers power and lighting.

Office/Stable (15' 2'' x 13' 9'' (4.62m x 4.20m))

Stable (15' 2'' x 13' 11'' (4.62m x 4.24m))

Barn (28' 8'' x 15' 3'' (8.75m x 4.65m))

Store (15' 7'' x 15' 3'' (4.76m x 4.64m))

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