Isle of Wight self catering accommodation
| country: | England |
| location: | Brighstone, Isle of WightSee map here |
| price: | From £270 - £725 per cottage per week (sleeps 4) |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
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description
Charming Grade II listed granary beside a quiet lane.
This Isle of Wight self catering accommodation is on the edge of the pretty village of Brighstone, 1/2 mile from the sea and originally formed part of Brighstone Mill dating back to 1700. Converted in 1990, the cottage has an unusual layout. The living accommodation is on the first floor where there is an open plan lounge/diner and kitchen with views of the surrounding countryside. The ground floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom.
The cottage is furnished to a high standard; and with double glazing and a gas central heating system is ideal for holidays and short breaks all year round. Outside, there is a beautiful enclosed garden complete with patio and furniture. A dedicated parking space is available.
Brighstone is one of the most attractive villages on the Isle of Wight. It has two churches, two pubs, tearoom, newsagent, grocery shop, post office and a National Trust shop and museum. The Brighstone Forest is approximately 2 miles away and you will find some spectacular views around the island high up on the Downs.
The Isle of Wight is all about dinosaurs, beach and cliff top walks or leaping from the cliffs with a paraglider - possibly not everyone’s cup of tea, but the island offers something for almost everyone.
For the children there are numerous beaches, theme parks, wildlife parks and other tourist activities to visit. For the adults and families there is Osborne House, Carisbrooke Castle, Brading Roman Villa, numerous craft centres, Alum Bay theme park and chair lift, fishing trips, Island pleasure flights, guided walks..... plus much much more.
The Island has many nice pubs serving local beer and good reasonably priced food. Many of these also have live entertainment. The local ‘Countryman’ is within easy walking distance and provides excellent quality food. Also recommended are the Crown at Shorwell and the White Mouse Inn at Chale.
This Isle of Wight self catering accommodation is on the edge of the pretty village of Brighstone, 1/2 mile from the sea and originally formed part of Brighstone Mill dating back to 1700. Converted in 1990, the cottage has an unusual layout. The living accommodation is on the first floor where there is an open plan lounge/diner and kitchen with views of the surrounding countryside. The ground floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom.
The cottage is furnished to a high standard; and with double glazing and a gas central heating system is ideal for holidays and short breaks all year round. Outside, there is a beautiful enclosed garden complete with patio and furniture. A dedicated parking space is available.
Brighstone is one of the most attractive villages on the Isle of Wight. It has two churches, two pubs, tearoom, newsagent, grocery shop, post office and a National Trust shop and museum. The Brighstone Forest is approximately 2 miles away and you will find some spectacular views around the island high up on the Downs.
special things to do and see here
The Isle of Wight is all about dinosaurs, beach and cliff top walks or leaping from the cliffs with a paraglider - possibly not everyone’s cup of tea, but the island offers something for almost everyone.
For the children there are numerous beaches, theme parks, wildlife parks and other tourist activities to visit. For the adults and families there is Osborne House, Carisbrooke Castle, Brading Roman Villa, numerous craft centres, Alum Bay theme park and chair lift, fishing trips, Island pleasure flights, guided walks..... plus much much more.
The Island has many nice pubs serving local beer and good reasonably priced food. Many of these also have live entertainment. The local ‘Countryman’ is within easy walking distance and provides excellent quality food. Also recommended are the Crown at Shorwell and the White Mouse Inn at Chale.
lower carbon travel
We encourage guests without cars and arrange and pay the ferry fare for guests travelling as foot passengers. From our experience guests then use use public transport and cycles to get round the island. travellers' tales
We gave the town business (through the pubs, etc.), so it benefited the people and we also did not use a car for 8 days. (more)
rooms, food and facilities
Converted in 1990, this Isle of Wight self catering accommodation has an unusual layout. The living accommodation is on the first floor where there is an open plan lounge/diner and kitchen with views of the surrounding countryside. The ground floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom. 
Washer/dryer, fridge/freezer, electric cooker and microwave Cycling and walking friendly: Maps and walking/cycling guides are available in the cottage. Guests can store cycles in the garage. Ferry tickets are funded for guests who travel as ferry foot passengers.
how to find us
By car: From East Cowes ferry, take the second exit at the roundabout onto Well Road, follow the A3021, then the A3054 to Newport. Go through Newport town centre, down Pyle Street and take the B3323 to Shorwell, then onto the B3399 to Brighstone.From Fishbourne ferry, take the B3339 (Fishbourne lane), then the A3054 to Newport. Go through Newport town centre, down Pyle Street, then take the B3323 to Shorwell, and the B3399 to Brighstone.
From Yarmouth ferry, take the A3054 to Totland, then the A3055 to Freshwater, and the B3399 to Brighstone.
By bus: From West Cowes Hi-speed ferry take the No 1 bus to Newport and change to No. 7 to Brighstone. From Ryde Catamaran or Hovercraft take the No. 9 bus to Newport and change to No. 7 to Brighstone. From Yarmouth ferry take the No. 7 bus to Brighstone.
how this holiday makes a difference
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The owners support the Green Island Tourism Project and the accommodation has achieved ‘Gold’ Green Island Award status. The aim is to minimise the harmful effects and maximise the beneficial influences that activities have on the Island’s environment.
Visitors are encouraged to participate in the local recycling scheme which includes newspapers, magazines, glass & kitchen waste. Filament light bulbs are gradually being replaced with their low energy equivalent, green transport is promoted, and ferry tickets are funded for guests who travel as ferry foot passengers. Marketing material is kept to a minimum and most communication is via website and email with brochures only printed and distributed on request. Recycled products are used where practical and the owners support local environmental initiatives such as Gift to Nature, an Isle of Wight project to improve the natural environment and restore habitats on the island. Donations are welcomed. In the accommodation, old furniture and furnishings have been replaced with new, bought on the island. A local cleaner/caretaker, window cleaner, handyman and gardener are employed and the garden was landscaped by local company. A welcome pack of fresh produce is available from the local shop. There is a directory of local suppliers provided in the cottage. |
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