Seascape Retreat

With a passion for fine coastal and country property on the Isle of Wight, Spence Willard offer some of the Island’s finest abodes. Abode2 spoke to co-founders Charles Spence and Duncan Willard

Just a few miles off the south coast of mainland UK, lies the Isle of Wight, a charming destination peppered with a diverse range of properties including cottages, castles and everything in between. The Island lies just 1.5 miles from the mainland, so you can arrive at your coastal home from your desk in the city in as little as two hours. Offering 57 miles of glorious coastline ranging from sandy beaches to rugged cliffs, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

With many outdoor pursuits such as paddle boarding, sailing, horse riding, surfing, mountain biking and paragliding 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, and jewellery making.

Delightful restaurants can be found along the coast selling fresh, local produce and delectable wines, so you can enjoy stunning coastal vistas and fresh sea air whilst dining in the quaint, yet stylish eateries.

With the current restrictions on travel to Europe and beyond, a property on the Island offers you the escapism and relaxed pace of life you crave, without having to negotiate busy airports and lengthy journey times.

The Isle of Wight, or The Island as it is affectionately known, provides clean air, open-spaces, and an abundance of nature. With competitively priced property, people are realising the Island is quite simply a jewel in the crown.