Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight in the South of England, this charming cottage sleeps up to four people and boasts a range of features including a nearby pub and proximity to the coast. Surrounded by farm fields and open downlands where sheep graze, visitors can enjoy walking along marked trails with panoramic views across the Isle of Wight towards the mainland coastline. The area is rich in wildlife, offering opportunities to spot buzzards, skylarks, red squirrels, owls, woodpeckers, and badgers.
A ten-minute walk through a beech copse and fields leads to the delightful village of Godshill, known for its church, thatched cottages, and various tea shops, restaurants, and pubs. The farm courtyard provides immediate access to footpaths and bridleways leading to Appuldurcombe and the Ventnor coast, with sandy beaches at Ventnor, Sandown, and Shanklin just a short drive away. The cottage is part of a group of three adjoining south-facing cottages overlooking a farm courtyard with Grade II listed barns and a traditional 17th-century farmhouse.
Inside the cottage, guests will find a bright and welcoming lounge/diner with comfortable seating, TV/DVD, and a dining area. The fully equipped kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher, with shared laundry facilities available on-site. Upstairs, there are two cozy bedrooms - one double and one twin - as well as a bathroom with a shower over the bath. Outside, a fenced patio overlooks a fountain, with garden furniture provided for al fresco dining. A lawn area suitable for ball games is just a minute's walk from the cottage, offering beautiful views of the surrounding fields and the church tower of Godshill. Car parking spaces are available nearby for convenience.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!