Isle of Wight cottages and self catering, South East England

South Barn, Horringford, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Horringford sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pub nearby • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Peacefully set down a country lane charmingly named Winkle Street, this delightful Grade II listed character cottage occupies a most sought-after location on the Isle of Wight, just 3 miles from the coast. One of a row, it has character beams, a multi-fuel stove and an inglenook surround with bread oven, as well as its own garden just across the lane with a stream. An ideal holiday base for exploring this beautiful area, with its magnificent down land and coastal walks, there are numerous attractions for children and sporting enthusiasts. Newport 5 miles. Sandy beaches within 10 miles. Shop 4 miles.

Traditionally furnished living/dining room with multi-fuel stove. Attractive well-equipped kitchen/breakfast room. Low ceilings and beams throughout ground floor. Steep stairs to first floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower cubicle and toilet.

Calbourne Water Mill Eco-house - Kingfisher, Calbourne, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Calbourne sleeps 6.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Renovated to an exceptional standard, this single-storey, converted farm building, adjoining another property, is situated in a tranquil edge of a village setting, within easy travelling distance to many unspoilt, historic, East Anglian towns. 14 miles from Cambridge with its famous colleges, museums and botanic gardens, and 11 miles from the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. Picturesque Ashwell, with its timber framed houses and traditional pubs, is a 2-mile walk. Historic Knebworth House is 14 miles and Shaw’s Corner, home of George Bernard Shaw, is 16 miles. Shops 2 miles, pub 500 yards.

Beamed living/dining room with vaulted ceiling and arch leading to well-equipped kitchen. Double bedroom with 5ft bed, beamed, vaulted ceiling, and en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Oak floor throughout.

Seagulls Rest, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £388 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Ventnor sleeps 5.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Set high on the cliffs above Ventnor this very comfortable property enjoys stunning views of the sea and is an ideal location within easy reach of the island's miles of golden beaches. Carisbrook Castle Osborne House (Queen Victoria's summer home) Mottistone Manor Garden and Brighstone Shop and Museum (both N.T.) the zoo at Sandown the steam railway boat museum and Botanic Gardens are all in easy reach. Pub and shop ¼ mile.

Utility room. Well equipped kitchen with dining area. Dining room with electric 'log effect' fire and TV. First floor: Sitting room with electric 'log effect' fire. Single bedroom. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). Second floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room with 2' 6” zip and link beds (double by arrangement) and TV. Cloakroom/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Rockville Cottage, Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £295 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Wootton Bridge sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Close to the Sea Pub near by sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Nestling beside the picturesque Wootton creek and within easy reach of the island's principal attractions these very comfortable properties are equally appealing whether for a long awaited family holiday in the warm summer months or for a well earned break in the winter holidays. A quiet small and intimate complex of cottages and more recently built apartments Creek Gardens is a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying a climate that is notably sunnier and warmer than other English resorts – with lawned gardens leading down to the water's edge.
Visitors to this 'enchanted isle' will find a myriad places of interest to suit all ages and tastes including the Roman Villa at Brading whose carefully preserved mosaics are comparable with any in Europe a wax museum housed in the island's oldest domestic building dating from 1499 Carisbrooke Castle where Charles I was imprisoned in 1647 and Osborne House the home Prince Albert designed for Queen Victoria's pleasure. Further to the west lies Yarmouth a neat little town by a snug harbour much loved by the yachting fraternity and home of the Royal Solent Yacht Club. Also well worth exploring are the pretty villages of Godshill and Brighstone with their delightful little thatched cottages whilst a ring of walnut trees clusters round the village well in Mottistone also home to a beautiful Tudor manor house its gardens in the care of the National Trust and open to the public.
A short drive leads to Cowes host to regattas every summer weekend and the famous Cowes Week at the beginning of August whilst the natural harbour at Bembridge is crammed with yachts and pretty houseboats.
Often called 'The Garden Isle' the island supports a host of superlative vineyards and the 22 acre Botanical Gardens at Ventnor provide an exotic visual feast. Birdwatchers can in season study the numerous species of sea birds to be seen offshore or breeding on the cliffs and Parkhurst Forest is one of the very few locations in Britain still inhabited by the red squirrel. Arts and traditional crafts are seen in numerous studios galleries and craft centres throughout the island. Watching a potter at work or beautiful glassware being hand-blown is an unforgettable holiday experience whilst children of all ages will delight in a trip to the zoo or on the island's steam railway.
Numerous child friendly unspoilt sandy beaches promise hours of bucket and spade fun the nearest is at Ryde (4½ miles) and stunningly scenic walks from the gentle to the more energetic can be followed along the island's network of footpaths and bridleways. In the spring the island bursts into a blaze of floral colour and even in the cooler months visitors can enjoy a bracing walk in the crisp clean air whilst many a fine country pub offers a warm welcome and excellent food.
A wealth of outdoor activities can be readily accessed – golf riding sailing cycle hire and fishing are all found nearby. There are shops and pubs serving food about ¾ mile away in Wootton and Ryde offers more extensive shopping.

Sitting room with sofa bed (for + 2) and kitchen and dining areas. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom. Shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Swallow Cottage, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Shanklin sleeps 5.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Garden • Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Peacefully located in an idyllic rural country lane with many public footpaths, this delightful barn conversion is the perfect retreat for exploring the surrounding area. Completely refurbished throughout, it offers attractive and comfortable accommodation. Shanklin, with its popular beach and amenities, and picturesque Old Shanklin with its thatched roof-top shops and restaurants, are less than 5 minutes’ drive. For the outdoor enthusiast, walking, cycling, horse-riding, golf, fishing, sailing and birdwatching can all be found locally. Shop ½ mile.

Living room with electric ‘wood burner’. Well-equipped kitchen/dining room. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with TV. Twin bedroom with additional single bed (for +1). Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.

Creek Gardens, Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £291 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Wootton Bridge sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Close to the Sea • Pets allowed sleeps 3

Accommodation overview: Nestling beside picturesque Wootton Creek and within easy reach of the island's principal attractions these very comfortable properties are equally appealing for family holidays in the summer or a well earned winter break. A quiet small and intimate complex of cottages and apartments with lawns leading down to the water's edge Creek Gardens is ideally located close to countryside of outstanding natural beauty midway between Ryde's golden sands (4½ miles) and Newport. The village of Wootton Bridge is an eclectic mix of modern and Victorian buildings and also boasts the renowned Sloop Inn on Mill Square. Numerous child friendly sandy beaches are found nearby and for walkers there are five separate trails to follow from the village one of which leads to a little used cove Woodside Bay and can be reached on foot within 10 minutes or so from Creek Gardens. The creek is a favourite with yachtsmen and boaters and the nearby Mill Pond is rich in wildlife with resident herons egrets and kingfishers whilst the rural landscape is home to red squirrels foxes badgers and dormice.

Visitors will find places of interest to suit all ages and tastes including the Roman Villa at Brading a wax museum housed in the island's oldest domestic building dating from 1499 The Isle of Wight Steam Railway the Butterfly and Fountain World interactive dinosaur museums Carisbrooke Castle Osborne House the Botanic Gardens at Ventnor traditional craft studios and Firestone Copse with its picnic sites and walks. A short drive leads to Cowes host to regattas every summer as well as the famous Cowes Week whilst the natural harbour at Bembridge throngs with yachts and pretty houseboats.

A wealth of outdoor activities can be readily accessed – golf riding sailing cycle hire and fishing are all found nearby and windsurfing jet skiing sailplane flying and hang gliding are also available. Shops and pubs serving food are about ¾ mile away in Wootton and Ryde offers more extensive shopping.

Cosy sitting room with kitchen and dining areas. Single bedroom. Shower room/WC. Double bedroom with dressing area.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Hedgerow, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Bembridge sleeps 10.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Commanding fine uninterrupted views over pasture land and the sea beyond, this attractive detached home provides an ideal holiday retreat. Tastefully furnished and decorated to a very high standard, Little Forelands offers every comfort to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable break.
The large south-facing garden boasts a fenced outdoor heated swimming pool, grass tennis court, swings and table tennis. The property enjoys a light, spacious interior and is ideal for families with a small television room and large conservatory in addition to the attractive living room with open fire.
The nearest beach is approximately a 10-minute walk, and footpaths from the edge of the village lead down to Forelands Beach (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), and Culver Down, (a National Trust area), which is rich in wildlife and good for bird-watching. The village of Bembridge offers a host of small shops, Post Office, fine eateries, pubs, as well as a windmill, Bembridge Ledge, the Lifeboat Station, and Bembridge Harbour with sailing and fishing - where the fresh daily catch of crab and lobster can be enjoyed.
There are many interesting events and festivities throughout the year, and plenty of attractions around the island to be discovered. For the outdoor enthusiast there is golf, water sports, scenic walks, cycling and riding nearby; whilst Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House and various National Trust homes and gardens can all be visited. Animal and wildlife centres, Shanklin Chine, Ventnor Botanical Gardens or Calbourne Mill are all within an easy drive. Shop and pub ½ mile.

Spacious living room with open fire. Dining room. Well-equipped kitchen with double electric oven, leading to utility and boot room/drying room. Large conservatory. TV room. Double bedroom with 5ft bed leading to bunk bedroom and shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, doors to railed balcony, sea views and en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet.

Seacliff, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 9
Weekly price range £570 to £1110

Self catering accommodation in Ventnor sleeps 9.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: Spectacular sea views greet visitors to this modern and stylishly appointed property set high on the cliffs overlooking the beach and out across the English Channel. Perfect for a relaxing break and one of the sunniest spots on the island Ventnor teems with Victorian charm and is filled with pretty little shops tea rooms and good places to eat. Beaches and coves are sheltered by towering cliffs and there are many attractions in the immediate vicinity including the 22 acres of stunning Botanic Gardens Blackgang Chine a heritage museum and a natural history centre. Shop 5 minutes' walk pub 1 mile.

Well equipped kitchen. Utility room. Dining room with open fire TV and patio doors to terrace. First floor: Sitting room with sofa bed (for + 2). Bunk bedded room with double bed and single top bunk over (for + child). Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).Second floor: Double bedroom with free standing bath and wash basin. Double bedroom with wash basin. Cloakroom/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Elm House, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Bembridge sleeps 10.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: This charming detached thatched cottage is peacefully located along an unmade track, and has attractive enclosed gardens with mature shrubs and trees, as well as a play area for children. Hedgerow offers homely and comfortable family holiday accommodation, combining traditional features with modern equipment. As well as the main living room with wonderful open fire, there is an additional family room, and a dining room to seat 10 occupants, ideal for those family get-togethers. Relax in the lovely gardens; enjoy al-fresco dining or an aperitif before dinner on the warm balmy summer nights. The nearest beach is approximately 10 minutes’ walk and footpaths from the edge of the village lead to Forelands Beach AONB and Culver Down NT where many birds and other wildlife can be seen, including the famous red squirrel. The village of Bembridge on the eastern most point of the island has a friendly quaint charm, local shops, pubs, restaurants, Bembridge Ledge Lifeboat Station and Bembridge Harbour with sailing, fishing and fresh catch of the day where crab and lobster can be enjoyed. Bembridge Windmill NT is a popular tourist attraction and is worthy of a visit.
This popular island offers a wealth of scenic walks, outdoor sports such as golf, riding, crabbing, bathing, gliding, cycling, and bird watching. There is entertainment for all ages. Discover attractions such as Robin Hill Adventure Park, Amazon World, Flamingo Park, Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House - former residence of Queen Victoria, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, The Needles rock formations, Blackgang Chine Theme Park, The Donkey Sanctuary, The Pearl Centre – to name but a few. There are also many museums, festivals, farms and wildlife centres to visit. Shops 400 yards, pub 100 yards, restaurant 200 yards.

Living room with open fire. Dining room. Well-equipped kitchen. Utility. Sitting room with patio doors to garden. Double bedroom with 6ft bed and en-suite wet room and toilet. Twin bedroom (zip & link beds, can be double). Bunk bedroom. Two bathrooms; one with corner bath, shower attachment and toilet, one with over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Double bedroom. Bunk bedroom (for +2 children).

Creek Gardens, Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £358 to £692

Self catering accommodation in Wootton Bridge sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Nestling beside picturesque Wootton Creek and within easy reach of the island's principal attractions these very comfortable properties are equally appealing for family holidays in the summer or a well earned winter break. A quiet small and intimate complex of cottages and apartments with lawns leading down to the water's edge Creek Gardens is ideally located close to countryside of outstanding natural beauty midway between Ryde's golden sands (4½ miles) and Newport. The village of Wootton Bridge is an eclectic mix of modern and Victorian buildings and also boasts the renowned Sloop Inn on Mill Square. Numerous child friendly sandy beaches are found nearby and for walkers there are five separate trails to follow from the village one of which leads to a little used cove Woodside Bay and can be reached on foot within 10 minutes or so from Creek Gardens. The creek is a favourite with yachtsmen and boaters and the nearby Mill Pond is rich in wildlife with resident herons egrets and kingfishers whilst the rural landscape is home to red squirrels foxes badgers and dormice.

Visitors will find places of interest to suit all ages and tastes including the Roman Villa at Brading a wax museum housed in the island's oldest domestic building dating from 1499 The Isle of Wight Steam Railway the Butterfly and Fountain World interactive dinosaur museums Carisbrooke Castle Osborne House the Botanic Gardens at Ventnor traditional craft studios and Firestone Copse with its picnic sites and walks. A short drive leads to Cowes host to regattas every summer as well as the famous Cowes Week whilst the natural harbour at Bembridge throngs with yachts and pretty houseboats.

A wealth of outdoor activities can be readily accessed – golf riding sailing cycle hire and fishing are all found nearby and windsurfing jet skiing sailplane flying and hang gliding are also available. Shops and pubs serving food are about ¾ mile away in Wootton and Ryde offers more extensive shopping.

Comfortable sitting room with sofa bed (for + 2). Kitchen and dining area. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC. First floor: Double bedroom with ensuite shower room/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Sweet Briar, Ashey, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £

Self catering accommodation in Ashey sleeps 10.

Features include: Hot Tub • Detached • Games Room • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: This characterful refurbished cottage, one of a pair, and its sizeable lawned garden sits within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, both bedrooms have superb views over the surrounding countryside. The picturesque and sandy beach of Whitecliff Bay is only a few minutes’ walk away and is ideal for swimming. A walk along the coastal path and up to Culver Down provides spectacular panoramic views across the island to the mainland beyond. Only a mile away is the popular sailing village of Bembridge which has a scenic harbour, yacht club, extensive sandy beaches and a fine array of restaurants, pubs and shops. Nearby attractions include the NT Windmill, Brading Roman Villa, Dinosaur Museum and the Garlic Farm/tearooms. Pleasure flights, water sports, golf and fishing are available locally. Shop 200 yards, pub 1/4 mile, bus stop 35 yards.

Living/dining room. Kitchen. External toilet. First floor: Twin bedroom. Bathroom, over-bath shower and toilet. 10 paddle stairs to second floor attic bedroom with 5ft bed and additional Z-bed (for +1).

Fort Norris, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, South East England

Sleeps 11
Weekly price range £1307 to £3162

Self catering accommodation in East Cowes sleeps 11.

Features include: Detached • Non Smoking • Pub Close By • Sandy Beach 5 Miles • Sea 5 Miles

Accommodation overview: A totally unique property built in 1790 Fort Norris was once the gatehouse to nearby Norris Castle. Both were alleged to be the playground of a young Princess Victoria her love of the area purportedly led to Prince Albert commissioning Osborne House which is just a few minutes away. From the impressive round entrance hall with its suit of armour Fort Norris is steeped in history and even the 17th century wooden panelling in the sitting room tells its own tale. From two observation platforms accessed by climbing the spiral staircase into its turrets there are stunning views of the sea with passing cruise liners and on occasion the Red Arrows. In addition to its unique accommodation outside lies an acre of grounds featuring a beautiful private walled garden and a summer house. Fort Norris is located in East Cowes an area that like its counterpart at Cowes boasts a major yachting facility. Less than two miles away is the famous St Mildred’s Church favoured by Queen Victoria whilst on the island and well worth a visit. The whole island with its many attractions for all interests is easily accessible. East Cowes is served by the Red Funnel ferry service from Southampton and Fishbourne (from Portsmouth) is only six miles away. Day trips to the mainland can be taken as a foot-passenger on the hovercraft from Ryde for Gunwharf Quays and the historic dockyard at Portsmouth. Shop pub and restaurant 1 mile. Sitting room with French doors to garden. Dining room. Kitchen. Double bedroom with additional sofa-bed (for +2) French doors to garden and en-suite WC. Steps to bathroom/WC (shower over bath) with bidet. Spiral stairs to first floor: Double bedroom. Spiral stairs to second floor: Double bedroom. External self-contained double bedroom with additional single bed (for +1) and en-suite bathroom/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143