Burnbrae, Ballakilpheric, Colby, Isle Of Man
Description
Burnbrae, Ballakilpheric Road, Colby is an elegant detached country residence occupying a private elevated position with magnificent rural views stretching across rolling countryside to the distant southern coastline. Set in around five acres, the property includes the main house together with a detached two bedroom cottage, making it an exceptional opportunity for those seeking a substantial family home with guest accommodation, multi-generational living or potential ancillary use. Approached by a sweeping tarmac driveway, Burnbrae immediately impresses with its mature grounds, formal lawn, pond, rose garden and fountain, all combining to create a wonderfully peaceful setting. The gardens are beautifully established with an abundance of flowers, trees and shrubs, and in spring are filled with colour as bulbs come into bloom. A second pond, bordered by mature trees, offers a particularly tranquil retreat, while the rear of the property enjoys a large lawn, patio garden, greenhouses and garden sheds. Beyond this are paddocks which may suit those with equestrian interests. The main house offers spacious and flexible accommodation arranged over three floors. The ground floor includes a welcoming entrance hall, cloakroom, impressive sitting room, light and airy L-shaped dining room, breakfast kitchen, utility room and a handsome home office. On the first floor, the principal bedroom enjoys superb views and benefits from a dressing area and en-suite. There are two further double bedrooms on this level, one with en-suite facilities and access to the large sun room and balcony, together with a family bathroom. The second floor provides a further double bedroom and a study. The detached cottage is a valuable addition to the property and comprises an entrance hall, sitting room,
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Climate · Douglas
Station: RONALDSWAY · 12.1 km from the representative point.
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Typical daytime temperature
1991–2020 station normals · Average daily high (°C)
Representative-station climate context, not today’s weather or a property-level hazard assessment. Missing monthly values are not estimated.
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| Period or area | Average daily high (°C) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 9 |
| Feb | 8 |
| Mar | 10 |
| Apr | 12 |
| May | 14 |
| Jun | 17 |
| Jul | 18 |
| Aug | 18 |
| Sep | 16 |
| Oct | 14 |
| Nov | 11 |
| Dec | 9 |
Rainfall through the year
1991–2020 station normals · Mean monthly precipitation (mm)
Representative-station climate context, not today’s weather or a property-level hazard assessment. Missing monthly values are not estimated.
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| Period or area | Mean monthly precipitation (mm) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 83 |
| Feb | 66 |
| Mar | 62 |
| Apr | 55 |
| May | 55 |
| Jun | 62 |
| Jul | 59 |
| Aug | 67 |
| Sep | 71 |
| Oct | 102 |
| Nov | 105 |
| Dec | 95 |
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What has actually sold in Colby
81 recorded sales in Colby across the life of the register, median £365,000. In the last three years, 81 sales with a median of £365,000 — this one is asking 338% more.
| Address | Sold | Price paid |
|---|---|---|
| New Colby Mill Glen Road Colby | 2026-05-29 | £430,000 |
| Bella Vista Ballakilpheric Road Colby | 2026-05-01 | £530,000 |
| 29 Croit Ny Glionney Colby | 2026-04-29 | £424,000 |
| Burwood Glen Road Colby | 2026-04-09 | £360,000 |
| 10 Carrick Bay View Ballagawne Road Colby | 2026-03-23 | £975,000 |
| 16 Ballacriy Park Colby | 2026-01-19 | £370,000 |
Sales in the same locality, not the same street or the same kind of house — a register match is by place, not by property. Every recorded sale in Colby
Within two kilometres
| Property | Distance | Beds | Asking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40/41 Ballacriy Park, Colby, IM9 4LU Colby | 1.3 km | 3 | £385,000 |
| Upper Ballayack, Earystane, Colby, Isle of Man Colby | 1.3 km | 6 | £1,995,000 |
| Elstan, Ballagale Close, Port Erin, Isle of Man Port Erin | 2.0 km | 2 | £399,950 |
Straight-line distances from the coordinates each agent published, so treat a walking time as indicative. Look at the site on Google Earth
How this one compares
6 similar properties on the island advertised at within 25% of this price with a similar number of bedrooms. Their median asking price is £1,650,000 — this one is asking 3% less. Asking prices only; nobody has paid these.
| Property | Where | Beds | Asking | vs this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay View, Clay Head Road, Baldrine | Baldrine | 4 | £1,595,000 | same |
| Prospect Villa, Andreas Road, Ramsey, IM7 4EF | Ramsey | 4 | £1,595,000 | same |
| Ballaclucas Farm, Top Road, Crosby | Crosby | 5 | £1,550,000 | -3% |
| 66 Groudle Road, Onchan | Onchan | 4 | £1,650,000 | +3% |
| Exceptional Family Home Where Space Meets Luxury | Union Mills | 5 | £1,695,000 | +6% |
| Mount Rule Farm, West Baldwin Road, Mount Rule, Douglas, IM4 4HW | Douglas | 6 | £1,695,000 | +6% |