This two storey building has stone walls and a hipped slate roof, being basically square in plan and set within extensive walled grounds. The south and east facades have a clear architectural expression but the other elevations are confused by a curved projection extending the height of the building from ground to eaves. No interior inspection has been performed. The building appears to be in good repair with a collection of outbuildings. The front facade (east) has a central entrance porch of enclosed wooden panels around which are arranged rectangular windows in the adjacent stone walls. All of the windows are characterised by a cement rendered frame to their openings which is plain at the sides and head but curved below the sill. The southern facade is distinctive in that it has a wrought iron covered verandah across the full width. A central group of three windows (same style as elsewhere) is arranged around a curved projection extending the height of the building from ground to eaves.  The building appears to be in good repair. The house has historic significance in that it was the residence of Governor Hope when built in 1847. Although the architecture is not of outstanding quality it has interest and the building, although all but invisible in Castletown, has always featured prominently in local events. It is suggested that it be listed for preservation.


The above assessment was prepared prior to the existence of Registered Building and Conservation Area legislation, in support of the building's protection.


The building has since been used as a corporate HQ and more recently as a private residence.


It was placed on the Protected Buildings Register in 2015 (No. 269).