Bungalow With Land! Afton Down, Freshwater Bay
- Land size
- 2 acres
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Exceptional location on Afton Down, close to Freshwater Bay
- Upper floor was once part of the original Freshwater Bay Golf Club
- Uninterrupted countryside views towards Yarmouth and the Solent
- Three-bedroom bungalow with scope for renovation/modernisation
- Grounds extending to approx. two acres
- Currently operating as a CL campsite with five pitches
- Direct access to National Trust land and coastal paths
- A unique opportunity to create a spectacular home in a stunning setting
Description
***ANOTHER PROPERTY UNDER OFFER FROM THE TEAM AT MCCARTHY & BOOKER***
Set on about two acres at the edge of Afton Down, this property boasts sweeping countryside views reaching toward Yarmouth and across the Solent. Its elevated position not only offers stunning vistas but also puts you right among miles of National Trust land and some of the island’s most breathtaking coastal walks.
A Rare And Unique Opportunity At Freshwater Bay - McCarthy & Booker are delighted to present this remarkable property, set within one of the most iconic landscapes of the Isle of Wight. The Bungalow combines part of the original golf club therefore not only giving heritage, scale and unrivalled views in a truly extraordinary setting.
Interior - Inside, the bungalow would benefit from renovation and modernisation, offering scope to reconfigure or extend (subject to planning). The accommodation includes three bedrooms, a central living space, and kitchen, all set against the backdrop of its peaceful and elevated location, in one of the Island’s most sought-after locations.
Exterior - Extending to around two acres, the grounds are currently arranged as a Certified Location (CL) campsite with five touring pitches. This offers flexibility for those seeking to maintain a lifestyle business, create a private retreat, or develop a versatile family residence (subject to the necessary consents).
Step out of the front door directly onto the first tee of Freshwater Bay Golf Club or enjoy immediate access to the open expanse of Afton Down. With National Trust land on the doorstep and Freshwater Bay itself only moments away, this is a location that perfectly blends coastal living with natural beauty. This elevated setting not only delivers an exceptional outlook and some of the Island’s most dramatic coastal walks.
Further Information - Tenure: Freehold
Mains water, sewerage, gas and electricity
EPC: D
Council tax band: D
Freshwater Bay - Positioned close to the charming Freshwater Bay, the property offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and coastal living. Freshwater Bay is one of the most picturesque beaches in West Wight and lies just to the South of the village of Freshwater. Set within a designated area of outstanding natural beauty and surrounded by downs offering spectacular views and walks, its easy to see why Tennyson made Farringford and Freshwater Bay his home!
Within the bay there is a family run store (Orchard's, open since 1865!), a charming thatched church, the fabulous Piano Cafe which is open throughout the season and the awesome woodfired pizza van visits the Bay every week throughout the majority of the year.
Freshwater has a large supermarket, butcher, fishmonger and bakery, and a good range of small independent shops. The historic town of Yarmouth is only a short drive (or 40 min walk) away, and has a range of boutique shops, restaurants and pubs. There is also the ferry link to Lymington.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-01-28
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,933 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Central Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
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- Listed Property
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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- Parking
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- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
900 Mbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- St Saviour's Catholic Primary School1.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 101
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Freshwater & Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 168
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Shalfleet Church of England Primary School3.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 0 to 11
- Pupils
- 180
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School5.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 97
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School5.7 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 313
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Priestlands School6.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,205
- Type
- Academy converter
- Carisbrooke College8.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 615
- Type
- Academy converter
- Christ The King College8.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,131
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England/Roman Catholic
- The Arnewood School8.9 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 839
- Type
- Academy converter
- Medina College10 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,094
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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Getting Around
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Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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