Originally two houses in a fine Georgian Terrace owned by Dr Hofmeister, Physician to Queen Victoria, the House has gradually been developed to provide a full range of accommodation including the lovely Drawing Room and Bar with the stunning balcony overlooking the Solent.

The public rooms are graced with fine pictures, there is a wonderful trophy cabinet and the Club is proud to have one of Nelson’s cannon. There are function bars, a Dining room, the "London Room" that caters for the larger functions and in season this is extended by a tented Quarter Deck for many outside events and by a Marquee for the Ball. There are bedrooms (some en-suite).

There are drying facilities, showers and a locker room. Social events held in the House include about 6 formal dinners held throughout the year culminating in the vigorous programme of Cowes Week with its famous Royal London Ball. Informal dinners, sometimes with themes and speciality wines, are a regular feature.

Other summer events include barbecues, picnics and rallies. Catering by our independent contractors, RLYC Caterers, is acknowledged to be to a truly high standard and is available on most days of the week throughout the year. Members particularly enjoy the Friday suppers, Saturday dinners and Sunday lunches as well as the excellent light snack menu. Monthly Ladies and Gentlemen’s Lunches are extremely popular. The Wine List is regularly changed.

Winter social events include frequent informal dinners, lecture and discussion evenings and bridge afternoons as well as Parties with music and dancing. The floral arrangements that grace the House throughout the year are all put in place by Lady Members (The Petals).