We've tightened what earns a Pursue. A home now needs a published valuation, a strategy that still makes money after real running costs and lender stress tests, and no listing problems that would stop a mortgage. You'll see fewer Pursues, and each one has been checked harder.
See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · PO38 2JU
Sold STCReduced £55k (−5.8%) on 26 OctListed 392 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
Emmett Hill House is a charming and secluded gem situated in glorious South Wight countryside.
The property includes a detached four-bedroomed house, a number of outbuildings, pasture and woodland, all extending to 5.5 acres Description - Emmett Hill House is a substantial 4-bedroom detached home oozing with character and period features.
Emmett Hill House is approached via a private driveway with ample parking to the front of the property.
Entering Emmett Hill House through the enclosed porch is the front door with eye catching stained glass features. This leads into the entrance hall with a W.C and under stairs cupboard.
Off the entrance hall is the snug, featuring a stone fireplace fitted with a log burner, exposed timber beams and triple aspect views to the surrounding gardens.
The formal lounge has exposed timber beams in the ceiling and considerable fireplace with a log burner and a large oak mantle.
In one corner of the lounge is a bread oven dating back to circa 18th Century, providing a glimpse into the history of the property.
Off the lounge is a conservatory with views across the land and opens to the garden.
The substantial kitchen benefits from a pantry and provides ample space for entertaining and cooking and leads through to the dining room.
A utility room is positioned off the kitchen with plenty of space for appliances. The first-floor benefits from a large landing with a family bathroom and two single bedrooms.
There are two substantial double bedrooms, both benefitting from ensuite facilities.
Situation - Emmett Hill House is set in a sheltered south facing position, giving the property a real sense of privacy and seclusion.
As soon as you enter the private driveway leading to Emmett Hill House, there are spectacular views towards the English Channel and The Needles.
The Isle of Wight is celebrated as an international yachting and sailing venue, with the annual Cowes Week Regatta in August attracting competitors from all over the world.
A full range of yacht and sailing clubs provide a social hub. There are nearby golf courses including Westridge, St Georges & Shanklin and Sandown Golf Club.
Ryde School with Upper Chine is the main independent (HMC) School on the Island, offering co-education from pre-school to sixth form on a daily, full or weekly boarding basis.
Many Island children commute to mainland schools such as Portsmouth Grammar, St Edward's and Hordle Walhampton Prep and there are good feeder links to conveniently located public schools such as Winchester College and St Swithuns' in Winchester, Bryanston, Canford, and the Sherborne schools in Dorset and Malborough College in Wiltshire.
The Island is blessed with a number of boutique hotels and restaurants, including The George in Yarmouth, The Royal in Ventnor; The Hut (recently voted by GQ Magazine as the best experience 4 years running), North House and The Smoking Lobster.
Gardens And Grounds - The house is served by a private driveway lined with trees and shrubs and stunning views across the West Wight.
The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and surrounded by trees providing shelter from prevailing winds. There is a flagstone courtyard off the conservatory, perfect for al fresco dining.
The farmhouse benefits from landscaped gardens that are well maintained. Buildings - There are several outbuildings situated off the driveway, currently used for a range of different purposes.
The buildings include a detached modern block, within close proximity to the house which is partially used as a home office (with all services connected) including a W/C with adjoining garage with electric and concrete floor, large double timber shed with rear log store and tractor shed with concrete floor.
All the buildings are connected to mains electric, some with private drainage, WIFI and water.
Land And Woodland - The property benefits from 4.1 acres of pasture and woodland including a large pond and a number of streams and brooks.
The pasture supports wild flowers which are prime in the spring. The pastureland extending to just under 2 acres, includes a pole barn.
The land has potential for a perfect glamping/yurt location with far reaching views towards the West Wight area.
General Remarks And Stipulations - Method Of Sale - Emmett Hill House is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole.
Access - The access to the property is directly from the public highway, Emmett Hill. Services - The house is served by private drainage, mains water, mains electric and oil fired central heating.
The house also benefits from Solar Panels earning a Feed in Tariff (FIT) with 15 years approximately remaining. The office and garage are connected to mains services and private drainage.
Some of the buildings are connected to mains services. Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way - There are no public or private rights of way over the Property.
Sporting, Timber And Mineral Rights - All sporting, timber and mineral rights are included in the freehold sale, in so far as they are owned.
Local Authority - Isle of Wight Council Council Tax Band - G Postcode - PO38 2JU Plans, Areas And Schedules - These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only.
They have been checked and computed by BCM Wilson Hill and the Purchaser (s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property.
Any error or miss-statement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.
Fixtures And Fittings - BCM Wilson Hill will supply a list of requests, identifying clearly which items are included within the sale, which are excluded, and which may be available by separate negotiation.
This list is the sole arbiter of this regardless of whether items are referred to or photographed within these particulars. Epc - D Viewings - Viewings strictly by appointment with BCM Wilson Hill.
Selling Agent - BCM Wilson Hill, Isle of Wight office Red Barn, Cheeks Farm, Merstone Lane, Merstone, Isle of Wight, PO30 3DE NB.
These particulars are as at September 2025 and photography taken September 2022 and September 2025 Tenure - Freehold.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
Set an offer; the calculator follows it.
We're still gathering serviced-accommodation data for this area.
Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
This is not financial or investment advice. Prop AI Deals is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to provide investment advice.
All investment calculators, property analyses, and AI-generated insights are for informational purposes only. Property investment carries risk and may result in financial loss. All calculations should be independently verified and you should consult with FCA-authorised financial advisers before making any investment decisions.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Tax implications vary by individual circumstances.
Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
See projected short-stay revenue vs a vanilla BTL for this property.
See real sub-let margins (HMO room rates & SA nightly rates) vs the landlord rent.
Area
Agent & docs

FAQ
About Chale Green
Explore nearby