Mottistone Manor, Manor house in Mottistone, Isle of Wight, England
Mottistone Manor is a manor house in Brighstone on the Isle of Wight in England. The stone building shows symmetrical wings with mullioned windows and gabled roofs surrounded by extensive gardens with Mediterranean plants and flowering borders.
The property appears in the Domesday Book of 1086, with the southeast wing dating from the 15th century. Thomas Cheke added the northwest section in 1567.
The manor reflects different architectural periods through its structure, from medieval elements to Tudor additions and 1920s renovations by Seely & Paget.
The National Trust maintains the gardens year-round, offering access to terraced lawns and seasonal plantings. A tea garden with coastal views is available to visitors.
The property houses The Shack, an early garden office built with natural materials as a writing retreat. The traditional construction shows simple techniques from the area.
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