Luxury self catering accommodation on the Isle of Wight

This farm offers luxury bed and breakfast and self-catering accommodation, situated near the picturesque village of Godshill on the Isle of Wight. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, our organic farm grows cereals and is home to our herd of Aberdeen Angus cattle, North Country mule sheep, rare pedigree Castlemilk Moorit sheep, llamas, chickens, dogs, ponies and horses. No pesticides, herbicides or artificial fertilizers are used.

The farm nestles in the heart of the Isle of Wight's countryside, almost centrally located making it perfect for touring around the many towns, villages and places of interest. Our woodlands host a least six ancient woodland plants. There are red squirrels, badgers, foxes, little owls and buzzards. The ponds are home to swans, kingfishers, various geese, ducks, moorhens and herons.

Walking

Cycling

Coarse fishing

Horse riding

Golf

The farm's location in an AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) which makes it ideal for families and those seeking total peace and relaxation. The farm achieved organic status about 10 years ago which has increased its appeal. The bridleway running through the farm was used by Queen Victoria's carriage when she visited the neighbouring Appuldurcombe Estate.

We have 3 self-catering properties.

Pheasant Cottage - Sleeps 4/5 in 2 bedrooms.
The cottage looks out across the orchard to the nearby millpond, which has an abundance of waterfowl and the downs beyond. Godshill church can also be seen in the opposite direction. The accommodation is comfortable and well equipped, it has central heating, free provision of linen and children are welcome. The sitting room has a large bay window and colour television/dvd. There is a dining area and fully fitted modern kitchen with an electric cooker and hob, microwave, refrigerator, washing machine and tumble dryer. The modern bathroom has a bath with shower over. Upstairs bedrooms comprise one twin and one double. A cot or camp bed can be provided if necessary.

Lake View - Sleeps 6-7
This newly furbished wing of the house provides spacious accommodation all on one level. It accommodates 6 people in 2 bedrooms (which can be configured as twin or double) and on the comfortable sofa bed in the lounge area.

The open plan sitting/dining room leads through french windows onto the south facing terrace which looks out over the garden to the millpond and the woods and farmland which stretch up to the downs.

Godshill Park Cottage - Sleeps 4-5 in 2 bedrooms
This detached 2 bedroom cottage is a secluded, luxury retreat. The house is furnished traditionally and has central heating. Four adults can be accommodated in two double upstairs bedrooms one of which can be a twin or double as required. For guests with mobility problems a bed can be provided on the ground floor with sufficient notice. There is a bathroom upstairs with bath and downstairs a shower room, basin & wc. The fitted kitchen is fully equipped with utensils, an electric cooker, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washer drier. There is a comfortable lounge and separate dining room together with a south facing conservatory. French windows open into the garden where there is seating for al fresco dining. Beds are made up with fine linen and towels can be provided on request. Facilities include dvd player and tv. A cot or camp bed is also available with prior notice.

Disabled access: Lake view is all on one level (no stairs). Park Cottage has a downstairs shower room and a bed could be provided downstairs. Nowhere is specifically designed for wheelchairs but persons with limited mobility may find the accommodation suitable. Specific provision for disabilities can be discussed at time of booking and we're happy to help where we can. Service dogs are welcome.

Family/baby friendly: Families stay here regularly and return – the things children most enjoy are playing with our 3 dogs, swinging on the rope swing which is made out of a recycled airplane tyre, collecting eggs from the chickens, petting the 4 miniature Shetland ponies, fishing in the lake. We can provide a cot and high chair with prior notice.

Pet friendly: We accept dogs (other than service animals) in Pheasant only – this avoids too many dogs on site as we have 3 and our neighbours have 2 – all are friendly and love children.

Cycling & walking friendly: There are facilities if you wish to bring your own horse or bicycle and drying facilities for walkers. Maps and walking/cycling guides are available. By car: We are situated south of Newport approximately 45 minutes drive from each of the three car ferry ports. The car ferry can be booked for you by us (Lymington to Yarmouth, Southampton to Cowes or Portsmouth to Ryde). Specific directions from the ports will be provided on booking or request.
By rail: The train runs from Ryde Pier to Shanklin from where we can collect you, you can catch a bus or take a taxi to the house.
Passenger ferries: Passenger ferries run regularly from Lymington to Yarmouth, Southampton to Cowes and Portsmouth to Ryde.
By bus: The number 3 bus from Newport or Shanklin will bring you to the bottom of our drive. The cost of ferry travel for foot passengers is refunded.