Balladoole House
The main house consists of a large three storey 'double' roofed rectangular block with single storey wings extending parallel to the main facade on both sides. The treatment of the wings and the main facade contrast although they are in the same plane. The wings have castellated parapets or scalloped gables with semi-circular headed windows, whereas the main facade is plain with series of five window of decreasing rectangular proportions from floor to floor. The ground floor is painted white and the main entrance is marked by a modest porch projection with pitched roof reached by a short stone flight of steps. The building is constructed of masonry cement rendered. The outbuildings are extensive and include an 'Horse Walk' whose character is established by cast iron columns which form part of the open byre. No interior inspection has been made. The complex appears to be in good repair. The complex represents one of a series of 'gentleman farmers' residences on the island dating from the early nineteenth century. Its significance stems from the relative intactness of the grouping of buildings rather than from the particular merit of any individual feature. The cast iron columns in the horse walk have interest and should perhaps be protected although their siting is not essential to this. It is suggested that the whole complex be listed for preservation as a grouping whose individual elements can still be subject to amendment or alteration provided that the overall character is maintained.
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- Parish: Arbory
- Sheading: Rushen
- Grid Ref: SC2488068020
Sources
- Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record