Northcourt House

Northcourt is a Grade II-listed Jacobean manor house on the edge of the picturesque village of Shorwell on the Isle of Wight. The ‘north wing’ of the manor provides accommodation for up to 16 people (in 9 bedrooms with 8 bathrooms). At this moment in time, in accordance with Airbnb's Party and Event's Policy, parties are not permitted at the property. The space The property is conveniently situated in rural south-west Wight, close to beaches with easy access to many of the Islands attractions and wonderful walking up on the Downs. Furnished in a traditional style with modern conveniences, the ‘north wing’ of the manor provides accommodation for up to 16 people (in 9 bedrooms with 8 bathrooms), with grand, often regal rooms on the ground and first floor, with further quality accommodation on the second floor. The house benefits from a large kitchen, external dining terrace, and function room with grand piano and table tennis. Guest access This listing is specifically related to the north wing of the manor which is accessed off the drive at the front of the house. Guests will have private use of the north wing. Other things to note The house and kitchens are perfect for celebratory dinner parties and we can pass on details of local caterers and their teams to entertain you. We will happily recommend a variety of local activities and attractions to interest all manner of guests making your stay on the Island even more enjoyable. We are able to offer discounted ferry travel booked through our trade account on crossings from Southampton, Portsmouth or Yarmouth. We can help organise deliveries of bread and pastries, meat, fish, fruit and vegetables all fresh from local growers/retailers as well as daily newspapers from our village shop. We work with a local spa company who can offer on site treatments. Hot tubs can be hired from a local supplier. The Crown Inn located within 5 minutes walk through the garden is a welcome distraction for those wanting to have a night off cooking, or fancy a pint of local Goddards ale. The property includes a baby-grand piano, table tennis table and a number of smart TV’s with Netflix, and bluetooth speaker with CD player/DAB radio. A grass tennis court is available for use at certain times of the day (if dry enough between May - September). High speed fibre broadband is available via wi-fi in large parts of the house. Linen is provided throughout the property, with fresh bed sheets, bath towels and hand towels. The fires are pre-laid with paper, kindling and logs, with a complimentary basket of logs provided for guests (mid October – mid-May). Our new biomass boiler provides central heating throughout making the house wonderfully cosy.