Guests say
Guests have enjoyed the lodge's relaxing atmosphere, convenient location, and amenities such as the hot tub. While some have praised the property's maintenance and the helpfulness of the site manager, others have noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance that impacted their stay.
Several reviews mention cleanliness issues, including a property not being cleaned upon arrival and guests feeling the need to clean before use. However, not all reviews mention this, indicating inconsistency.
The location is frequently praised for its peace, quiet, and easy access to local attractions, including the beach and a nearby distillery and restaurant.
Guests have found the beds comfortable and the lodge well-presented, but some have reported issues with door springs and a tepid shower, suggesting room for improvement in comfort for all guests.
Facilities like the hot tub are appreciated, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues, such as problems with a toaster, a faulty socket, and a lack of expected ensuite bathrooms.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Syrah is a superb, two-bedroom eco lodge, in Pondwell, on the outskirts of Seaview, Isle of Wight. Boasting glorious views overlooking the Mermaid Gin Distillery vineyard and with easy access to a number of fabulous beaches, Syrah is a superb base for families and friends looking to escape to the coast. On arrival you are greeted by an on-site car park, and with everything within walking distance, you'll hardly need the car all week! Discover the open-plan living area, sure to be social hub of the property, here you can relax beside on the sofa as you catch up on your favourite shows on the TV, or set the dining table for a delicious home-cooked feast. Sure to inspire budding chefs, the kitchen features a range of contemporary amenities including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box and dishwasher, so there's no need to lift a finger when washing up! Continuing to impress, the bedrooms are wonderfully presented with soft furnishings and wall-mounted TVs so you can continue your show to bed, while the refreshing shower room offers a spot to prepare for the day. Take advantage of the wonderful decked area, ideal for enjoying alfresco dining upon the outdoor furniture, or simply sitting back with a glass of wine and appreciating the scene. A holiday at Syrah offers plenty to look forward to. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1081343, 1083787, 1083788, 1083791, 1083793, 1083794, 1083795, 1083796, 1083798 and 1083797, together sleeping up to 42 guests.
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 reputation of being an upmarket resort. This lovely seaside resort has stunning views out across the Solent, gorgeous golden sandy beaches, a sailing club, boutique shops and many popular restaurants and pubs, such as The Seaview Hotel and The Old Fort..
Accommodation
Note: This property is for adults only.
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV, 1 x twin with TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washing machine, dishwasher.
3 x TVs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking available.
Front decking with furniture, rear patio with hot tub and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Please bring own towels for hot tub use.
This property does not accept bookings less than 3 nights.
Discounted ferry travel can be arranged directly with owners.
Nearby points of interest
- Brading Roman Villa
- Dinosaur Isle
- HMS Victory
- Hovercraft Museum
- Funland (Hayling Island)
- Model Village Godshill
- University of Portsmouth
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- Osborne House
Reviews (13)
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Trevor
Weather was glorious and hot tub was well used. The site was well maintained and Syrah was very clean and tidy and comfortable. The only thing I would have liked was a grab handle in the shower, but thats just me. Definitely 5 stars.
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Gary
Place very dirty, sink, shelves, floor, they are both 80...but felt the need to clean all cupboards and contents before use for their safety and hygiene. Outdoor furniture rotten - rusted out and flaking as ours was; i moved them when required as i didn't want them hurt like me. R. Spoke to site maintenance about their toaster tripping out the power supply. Person came out and said the socket was faulty somehow and not to use. Nobody came back to fix or confirm if the problem was deeper or extremely dangerous. (Also as my experience as ana engineer the socket should have had a label or tape put over stating the socket was potentially dangerous and should not be used). On the day of leaving other lodge users passed my Father in law and asked what he thought; all said they asked as they where disgusted at how dirty and poorly maintained the properties where. Puzzled at the feedback from previous visitors compared to what we experienced and heard on site.
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Margaret
Just the attention to detail that was lackingâ¦. crumbs left on the dining table, 2 chipped mugs in the cupboard and the bathroom is ready for a tidy up on both the windowsills and also the damp mouldy wall near the shower, as well as the loose toilet seat. But there was everything there that we needed, and the lodge was in a lovely quiet location, having good access to everywhere.