Sitting just off the south coast of England, the Isle of Wight is only 2 hours from London and has frequently been touted as the holiday island for the rest of the country. With stretches of golden beaches coupled with an island charm, the Isle of Wight is a popular tourist spot and has activities and events for all the family throughout the year. Read more
2 Bedroom (sleeps 4) which is Perfect for families. There is a split level master bedroom which has plenty of light with french doors that open out to a private terrace with seating area. The family bathroom is off this bedroom which has a bath/shower. At the other end of the lounge/ kitchen there is a second bedroom which has full size bunk beds, great for the children, this room also has french doors that lead outside and an ensuite toilet and wash basin.
The Old Barn is a High spec converted barn This luxury barn conversion is beautifully furnished with an oak beamed interior which compliments this original island stone barn, set in a quiet farm location with shared outside Hot Tub in the beautiful West Wight countryside. There are two spacious bedrooms on the first floor which sleeps 4 guests, one with a king size leather sleigh bed the other with twin similar style beds.
The property sleeps up to 20 people (18 adults + 2 children) in 9 bedrooms, with 8 bathrooms.
A rare opportunity to holiday in an elegant Jacobean property with lots of original features. Little Northcourt sits in the west wing of a substantial manor house with a private south-facing walled garden, sunroom and terrace. All of the rooms are wonderfully spacious and comfortably furnished with a mix of antiques and modern pieces to create a holiday home that is both beautiful and comfortable. The house accommodates six people in three ensuite bedrooms, with a flexible layout that works well for families or friends. Northcourt House is in the quiet village of Shorwell on the south-west of the Isle of Wight, within walking distance of the village shop and pub and close to favourite sights and attractions.
It might be part of England, but there's something about crossing The Solent to reach the Isle of Wight that makes it feel like you're escaping to an island paradise. This lovely holiday apartment is a short stroll from the golden sands of Shanklin beach and within walking distance of the cafes, shops and attractions. Walk along the coastal footpath to Sandown or Ventnor, or hire a bicycle and explore over 200 miles of cycling routes. Garden Apartment boasts a Private Courtyard & Conservatory, has original beamed ceilings and sleeps three in two bedrooms, perfect for couples, friends and small families searching for fun in the Jewel of the South with bookings available all year round. With on-site parking and Shanklin train & bus station within 5 minutes walk this lovely apartment is the perfect choice whether traveling by car or on foot.
Alexandra Apartment sits in a charming Victorian apartment block in Shanklin, a short walk from the beach and attractions that include a promenade and crazy golf, as well as cafes, shops, pubs and takeaways. Shanklin is a fantastic place for anyone who wants to enjoy the pleasures of a seaside holiday with your other half, your family or your friends. There are five apartments in the building, sleeping either two, three or four people with the apartments being close to attractions like Shanklin Chine, Isle of Wight Zoo, Dinosaur Isle, and the Donkey Sanctuary.
This comfortable Isle of Wight holiday home has plenty of space indoors and outside and is extremely family-friendly. With five generously sized bedrooms that sleep up to 10 people, it is perfect for extended families or groups of friends who want good access to both beautiful beaches and gorgeous countryside. Three Gables is close to Yarmouth but also with easy reach of the ferry ports at Cowes and Ryde, so it is easy to reach for short breaks as well as longer holidays. The Isle of Wight is a fantastic family-friendly holiday destination at any time of the year.
This characterful Victorian holiday cottage is in Ventnor, a short walk from the beach and a mere stroll from shops, cafes, restaurants & bars. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms. It has a south facing terraced garden with superb views over the town and bay, also benefiting from two off-street parking spaces one with EV charging. There's always lots to see and do with local attractions, including the Botanic Gardens, Blackgang Chine, the Donkey Sanctuary and Coastal Path It's a fantastic place for couples or families with children over the age of 10.
Grade II listed upside-down Isle of Wight holiday cottage on the edge of Brighstone village, walking distance to the beach. Sleeps 4.
224 Brambles Chine is in a beautiful south-facing position in Freshwater on the Isle of Wight. It's on the edge of a quiet holiday park with nothing between you and fantastic views over Colwell Bay to The Needles on the Isle of Wight. The traditional holiday chalet sleeps four people in two bedrooms. It's only a two-minute stroll from the door to the beach and two miles from the ferry terminal at Yarmouth. Couples and families love the location and welcoming atmosphere of this holiday home, with many returning every year for their annual holiday on the Isle of Wight.
Create your own classic British tale in Haviland Cottage, named after Charles Dickens's famous characters inspired by his own holiday in Bonchurch. This picturesque village on the edge of Ventnor and close to the beach, pub and shop, is as appealing today as it was 150 years ago. You and your family will love staying in this luxurious Isle of Wight holiday home, where the owners have combined period features with modern luxuries and keen attention to detail. They have thought of everything to ensure all their guests have a relaxing holiday, from the impressive decor and hot tub in the garden to the decadent Dog Bedroom for four legged family members. All you have to do is turn up with your beach towel and a holiday mindset and start enjoying yourself. The four-bedroom property sleeps seven people, offers a high degree of comfort and style and is child and dog friendly. So dog friendly in fact it has just been awarded Silver for Dog Friendly Business of the Year for 2022/23 by the prestigious Beautiful South Tourism Awards along with many other awards Tourist board rating: 4 Star
If you're looking for a comfortable base for a relaxed holiday on the Isle of Wight, this holiday cottage will make you smile. Needle Point is on the quiet, family-friendly Lindstone Chine holiday park, a two-minute stroll from Lindstone Chine beach and has superb views over Colwell Bay. Yarmouth and Freshwater are both within a few miles, with shops and places to eat and drink. The Needles, Alum Bay, Blackgang Chine and Ventnor Botanic Gardens are just a few of many fantastic attractions to visit during your stay. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is ideal for couples or families.
"2 The Stables" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Isle of Wight. Ryde is âThe Gateway to the Island', being the largest town on the Isle of White and a popular holiday destination since the mid 19th century. Its excellent transport links â regular ferry, hovercraft and catamaran services from the...
"Penda Cottage, Niton, Ventnor" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Isle of Wight. In association with Trinity House, we are proud to present St Catherine's Lighthouse in Niton, on the Isle of Wight.St Catherine's Lighthouse is situated just outside the hamlet of Niton, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the popular...
"Beachside Bluff - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Isle of Wight. Boasting a private entrance, this holiday home includes 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. The holiday home's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. This holiday home offers heating, a TV and sea views....
"Tower Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Isle of Wight. Ryde, fondly known as "The Gateway to the Island", is the largest town on the Isle of Wight and became popular as a holiday destination in the 1820s. Today, the regular ferry, catamaran and hovercraft services make this lovely resort accessible...
"Wee Cot" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Isle of Wight. Steeped in history going back to the Stone Age, Brading is close to many attractions, Around the village there are 70 footpaths taking in the beauty of the marshlands and its amazing bird life, stretching to the Downs, which lie within an Area...
"Crosswinds 68" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Isle of Wight. Bembridge, on the Isle of Wight's easternmost point, is considered to be England's largest village. Once an island in it's own right, Bembridge is one of the Isle of Wight's most desirable areas, with a bustling harbour full of pleasure ships...
"The Coach House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Isle of Wight. Chale is a small coastal farming village on the south coast of the Isle of Wight. Chale has a pub/restaurant and easy access to some wonderful walks along the coast or rolling downland. From Chale it is easy to explore the island, from The...
"Willow Cabin" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Isle of Wight. Cowes, a thriving port at the mouth of the Medina River, is divided into two distinct towns connected by a frequent floating bridge chain ferry. Both settlements have a lot to offer visitors, with West Cowes being a world-renowned yachting...
"The Gate House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Isle of Wight. This village is two miles from the coast on the Isle of Wight, Wroxall has a gastropub and a shop. It also offers a Donkey Sanctuary and the historic Appuldurcombe House. Ventnor is short drive away and offers a range of amenities, botanical...
"Cottage in Isle of Wight" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Isle of Wight. Located in the heart of Shanklin, this stunning property offers the perfect coastal getaway for families and friends. Guests can enjoy the town's beautiful sandy beach, perfect for building sandcastles and taking a dip in the sea. The Shanklin...
"Little Beach" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Isle of Wight. Seaview is a small Edwardian seaside village on the north eastern shores of the Isle of Wight, only a 15 minute drive from the superb transport links of Ryde. Seaview is one of the South of England’s most famous holiday destinations, with a...
"Gurnard Cottage, Niton, Ventnor" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Isle of Wight. This is the end cottage to the east on the St Catherine’s Lighthouse site and offers accommodation for five guests. It features an entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, double bedroom, twin bedroom and a...
"Cottage in Isle of Wight" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Isle of Wight. Embark on a memorable holiday in the vibrant town of Cowes, where maritime charm meets an array of exciting activities. Explore the rich sailing heritage of Cowes by visiting the esteemed Cowes Maritime Museum (500 metres), immersing yourself...
"Frosthill Cottage" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Isle of Wight. A bustling village resting on the Isle of Wight, Carisbrooke can be found settled on the south western outskirts of Newport. Best known for Carisbrooke Castle, a point of interest which has been all of an Elizabethan artillery fortress, a...
"The Old Kitchens" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Isle of Wight. Totland is a village and civil parish in the Isle of Wight, England, situated on the coastline. It offers a number of local pubs, restaurants, shops and supermarkets for fine food and local produce. With easy access into The Needles Headland...
"90 Solent Breezes" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Southampton. Warsash is a marine settlement buried at the mouth of the River Hamble in the southern Hampshire town of Locks Heath. In addition to being the departure point for British and allied commando groups heading to the Normandy Landings on D-Day, the...
"Malbec" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Isle of Wight. Seaview is a small Edwardian seaside village on the north eastern shores of the Isle of Wight, only a 15 minute drive from the superb transport links of Ryde. Seaview is one of the South of England’s most famous holiday destinations, with a...
"Sea Breeze" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Isle of Wight. The village of Totland rests in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the west side of the Isle of Wight's beautiful coast, offering visitors local shops and pubs and spectacular unspoilt coastal scenery. The award-winning beaches of both...
"Crosswinds 67" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Isle of Wight. Bembridge is the largest settlement in England, and it is located on the Isle of Wight's most eastern tip. Bembridge used to be an island in its own right, consisting of a collection of wooden huts and farmhouses until the Victorian era. As a...
"Cottage in Isle of Wight" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Isle of Wight. Situated in the high street of the vibrant seaside village of Lake, neighbouring Sandown, this cottage is ideally located to explore the many attractions on offer on the island. There is a wonderful selection of shops, restaurants and bars...
"Royden Manor Annexe" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Hampshire. This charming little cottage is situated in the grounds of a Manor House, with the most wonderful views over fields and the Lymington River towards woods beyond. .
"Amarone" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 5 guests in Isle of Wight. Seaview is a small Edwardian seaside village on the north eastern shores of the Isle of Wight, only a 15 minute drive from the superb transport links of Ryde. Seaview is one of the South of England’s most famous holiday destinations, with a...
"Cottage in Isle of Wight" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Isle of Wight. Nestled in the serene countryside of the island, yet just a stone's throw away from the breathtaking coastline of Ventnor, this charming stone built cottage provides the ideal setting for a family or group retreat. Situated within 2 miles is...
"Little Osney" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Isle of Wight. The largest settlement in England, Bembridge, is located on the Isle of Wight's easternmost point. Because Bembridge was formerly an island and up until the Victorian era, it was made up of a collection of wooden homes and farms. As a result,...
Popular towns in and around Isle of Wight:
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Being in the English Channel, the Isle is in the perfect position for water based activities and hosts the world’s most famous sailing regatta, Cowes Week, at the beginning of August when the Solent is awash with colour and activity. The more adventurous of visitors can go kayaking in the crystal clear waters off the coast or swimming through the ancient caves that are dotted around the island. It is not all water focused and for such a small island it manages to create the impression of rural tranquillity in many places, with its pretty little villages, nature reserves and wooded areas where the rare red squirrel can be seen.
Queen Victoria died on the island at the majestic Osborne House that is now open to the public. The Victorian interior mixed with splendid gardens, extensive grounds and cricket pavilion make it a popular attraction on the island. Other natural beauties include the Ventnor Botanic Gardens that host various sub-tropical plants and trees in a quiet and peaceful surrounding.
The island was also home to several poets including Algernon Charles Swinburne who grew up and was buried on the island in 1909 and the former Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1850 to the late 19th century, Alfred Tennyson. There is a monument to Lord Tennyson that was erected in 1897 at Beacon Down on the west coast.
Families can enjoy the sandy beaches and scenic surroundings of The Needles Park, the islands most popular attraction. The park features a chairlift that runs from the top of the cliff to Alum Bay beach and provides spectacular views over the channel and coast line. A 4D cinema has recently been built in the park too, as well as a sweet manufactory and, keeping in tune with the old age charm of the island, carousels and tea cup rides.
The diversity of the Isle of Wight is apparent in its festival season, as twice a year it comes alive. The Isle of Wight Festival has been going since 2002 (after having its roots established in the counterculture of the late 1960’s) and brings some of the biggest names in music as well as 55,000 festival goers in June every year. More recently Bestival has begun on the island and offers a similar experience with headline acts and a lively atmosphere over 4 days in September.
The key to the island lies in its diversity. It offers tranquil and nostalgic appeal with thatched roofs, a unique culture and some beautify scenery but it also provides an energetic dynamic during its festival season. For a unique experience and surroundings then there are not many places to rival the Isle of Wight.
If you're still undecided whether to visit this magical island, let us share some first hand holiday experiences with you - you are bound to be convinced to visit!
