REF: 0352UK
9 Bedroom Suites
5 Reception Rooms
154.0 Acres (62.32 Hectares)
Secondary accommodation
Staff accommodation
Swimming Pool & Spa
Tennis Court
Outbuildings
Extraordinary private residential estate in a premier location on the Isle of Man with extensive leisure facilities of international standard
About this property A spectacular 9 bedroom mansion with separate staff accommodation. Ancient origins, rebuilt in recent years to an exacting specification, with an indoor pool, Spa and Gym complex, superb views and about 154 acres. This incredible home offers an unprecedented level of privacy and amenities. Ballakew is an important estate on the Isle of Man and one of the finest homes in The British Isles. Approached over a long carriage drive, Ballakew enjoys an elevated position with an unusual level of privacy. With its origins dating back to an ancient farmstead, Ballakew has been the subject of a total renovation over the last few years, preserving in large part the range of traditional outbuildings which are now converted into staff accommodation. The mansion sits in the middle of 154 acres with views in all directions over its outstanding gardens and grounds which include a private helipad and a tennis court. With 9 bedroom suites, indoor pool, spa complex which features two treatment rooms, relaxing spa lounge, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, plunge pool, tropical shower, male and female changing rooms, tanning studio and state of the art gym complex. The house has the benefit of a KNX intelligent house management control system, underfloor heating, full air conditioning throughout, an audio visual system and perimeter CCTV. With its all-round facilities it is a house equally suitable for family occupation or entertaining on a grand scale. The attention to detail employed during its construction are second to none with bespoke handmade cabinetry, specialist wall and floor finishes and highly polished doors in many areas. Outstanding handmade silk embroidered wallpaper in the hall. The indoor pool has a handmade fibre optic chandelier and has extensive use of split stone finish.