Ryde House

Ryde House is a two-storey building with a semi-basement, dating from around 1830. It was originally home to the Player and Brigstocke families, who were instrumental in the development of Ryde in the early 19th century. The house is set back from Spencer Road, accessed via a drive from Binstead Road, although the Rate Office lists it as being on Spencer Road.

The original structure features five windows and is constructed with stone set in sharp flints arranged edgewise, complemented by ashlar quoins. It has an eaves bracket cornice. The central bay window, which is finished in stucco, projects outward and is flanked by pilasters. Above it, there is a four-light French window with an iron balcony. The ground floor window is reached by two curved flights of steps with a handrail leading to a platform. The other windows are traditional sash windows with intact glazing bars. On the north side, there is a three-light curved bay window on the ground floor. The west entrance front includes a porch supported by fluted columns. There are modern wings added to the north, west, and south, designed in a harmonious style.