Brunel Manor, English country house in Watcombe, England.
The limestone manor house features Bath Stone decorative elements, three stories, and stands on a hill with views over Babbacombe Bay.
William Burn designed this mansion in the 1850s as a retirement residence for engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, who died before construction completion.
The property transformed from a private residence to a Christian retreat center in 1963, serving as a gathering place for religious events until 2021.
The 67-bedroom estate includes multiple structures across three separate lots, with potential for residential apartment or hotel development.
Many trees planted by Brunel during the initial landscaping phase continue to grow in the manor grounds, connecting present to past.
Location: Torquay
Location: Torbay
GPS coordinates: 50.49992,-3.52760
Latest update: May 13, 2025 15:12
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