Appley House facts for kids

Appley House (also known as St Cecilia's Abbey) is a beautiful English country house and abbey located in Appley Rise, a part of Ryde, on the Isle of Wight.

Location and Scenery

Appley House is found at the very edge of Ryde, Isle of Wight. People have always admired it for its amazing location and lovely views. There's a wonderful wood that grows right down to the sea, which looks great from the house. This wooded area also offers a cool and pleasant place to relax, especially on hot summer days.

History of Appley House

Appley House stands on the spot where an older house once was. This earlier house belonged to a man named Boyce, who lived there until 1740. He had made his money in ways that were not entirely legal, but he eventually bought Appley and settled down. He even hoped to become a member of the government, which shows how much things have changed!

Later, Appley House was located close to Appley Towers. This was the home of the Hutt family, who purchased it in the 1870s. For many years, Appley House was the main home for the Hutt family. One member of this family even became the Governor of the Colony of Western Australia, which is now a state in Australia. Another famous family member was Captain John Hutt. He was a brave naval officer who was recognized for his courage in a big sea battle on June 1, 1794. The house was also once home to James Hyde, Esq.

Today, Appley House has a new purpose. It is now St Cecilia's Abbey, a peaceful home for a community of nuns.