Penda Cottage, Niton, Ventnor
ID: S41733
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 5
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Penda Cottage receives high praise for its stunning, peaceful location with beautiful sea views and easy access to walks and local amenities. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and tasteful décor, as well as the warm welcome from the housekeeper. The property is well-equipped and dog-friendly, with spacious interiors and secure outdoor areas. Occasional minor maintenance issues and rare lapses in cleanliness are noted, but do not detract from the overwhelmingly positive experience. Thoughtful touches such as welcome hampers are appreciated, though not guaranteed. Overall, guests highly recommend the cottage and look forward to returning.
Most guests found the cottage spotlessly clean and well-prepared, with only a few isolated comments about dog hair or cobwebs. The high standard of cleanliness is a recurring theme in the reviews.
The location is universally praised for its breathtaking views, tranquillity, proximity to the sea, and access to walks and a local pub. Guests highlight the unique setting next to the lighthouse as a major draw.
Guests describe the cottage as warm, cosy, spacious, and comfortable, even during storms. High ceilings and quality furnishings are appreciated, with only rare mentions of minor discomforts such as older heaters.
The cottage is generally considered well-equipped and well-maintained, with positive remarks about kitchen facilities, secure gardens, and thoughtful amenities. A few guests mention minor maintenance issues such as lamps, curtain rails, or outdoor benches.
Many guests appreciated the welcome hampers and personal touches from the housekeeper, though it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary. The overall sense of care and attention is frequently mentioned.
About this property
This is the end cottage to the west on the St Catherine’s Lighthouse site and offers accommodation for five guests. It features entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, double bedroom, twin bedroom and single bedroom.
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 coastal resort of Ventnor, the southernmost point of the Island.
The site comprises a terrace of three self-catering, former lighthouse keepers' cottages, Landward Cottage, sleeping four guests, Gurnard Cottage, sleeping five guests and Penda Cottage, sleeping five guests.
There is an excellent real ale pub a 10-minute walk up the hill, The Buddle Smugglers Inn.
Additional Information:
Telephone with honesty box.
Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
There is no fog signal at this lighthouse site.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Please Note:
Due to the location of the property television reception is often intermittent or lost.
Very limited mobile signal. A landline telephone is provided for UK and non-premium numbers only.
Given the remote locations of our cottages the Wi-Fi speed and availability cannot be guaranteed at this site The service offered is for light browsing and occasional use, services such as streaming and gaming may not be possible owing to the speeds obtainable.
Guests are reminded they are renting a heritage building, therefore certain features such as steps, stairs and floor levels may not comply with that of a modern building. As such, we would advise guests to acquaint themselves with the premises on arrival and exercise caution accordingly.
Guests should be aware that the lighthouses and equipment need regular and sometimes emergency maintenance. Therefore visits by maintenance staff may occur at any time during the year. However, staff will do their best to ensure guest privacy at all times.
Access roads to the lighthouse site are narrow with limited passing places and, dependent on the season and site, there is the possibility of overhanging vegetation due to cutting restrictions during bird breeding seasons or other environmental reasons.
A barbecue is not provided, however guests are welcome to bring their own, subject to adhering to the safety precautions set out in the arrival information.
Sorry, no fireworks, drones or remote controlled flying equipment are permitted.
Sorry, charging of electric cars is not permitted.
The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
Nearby points of interest
- Castlehaven Beach
- Model Village Godshill
- Dinosaur Isle
- Brading Roman Villa
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
Reviews (77)
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Confirmed Guest
Perfect location. Just love looking out to sea and the proximity of so many great walks. We also saw dolphins which was amazing. Our third visit.
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous location. Walk to pub