Guests say
Guests have consistently praised the cottage for its cleanliness, stylish decor, and prime location. The property is well-equipped for both short and long stays, with a well-stocked kitchen and comfortable furnishings. An enclosed garden adds to the charm, making it pet-friendly. While some minor suggestions for additional comfort were made, the overall experience has been highly regarded, with guests expressing a desire to return.
Reviewers consistently mention the cottage's cleanliness, describing it as 'very clean' and 'well appointed,' which indicates a high level of satisfaction in this area.
The location is frequently highlighted as 'great,' with the property being within walking distance to Freshwater Bay and village, suggesting a very positive reception of the location.
Comfort is generally praised, especially the comfortable bed in the master room. However, one comment about insufficient heating downstairs suggests a slight deduction from an otherwise high comfort level.
Facilities are well-regarded, with a sufficiently stocked kitchen and on-site parking. Suggestions for additional kitchenware and comments on heating imply room for improvement, but overall, facilities meet guests' needs.
Thoughtful touches are appreciated by guests, such as dog blankets and torches. While no gifts are explicitly mentioned, the attention to detail contributes to a positive experience. Please note that such thoughtful gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
1 Star Cottages is a charming, terraced cottage settled into the town of Freshwater. With off-road parking and pretty interiors, as well as close by amenities and attractions, this property is ideal for friends or a family looking to explore the Isle of Wight. Be welcomed into a beautiful living/dining room offering a stylish space to recline with a coffee as you plan the day ahead of you, with a dining table where guests can indulge in a hearty meal or a games night, warmed by the pretty electric fire. Open the character sliding door and discover an opulent kitchen with contemporary décor and a light and airy feel, ideal for making the most of the many amenities to create delightful meals. When sleep calls, freshen up in the ground-floor shower room or make your way upstairs and discover a charming bathroom where you can take a soak amongst the bubbles. Here there are three well-presented bedrooms, offering the options of a charming king-size bed, a twin with exposed-brick walls, and a bunk room with a workstation. When the sun is shining, head outside into the patio and dine alfresco. Freshwater is a delightful town offering shops for your essentials, pub, and eateries, with options including Fuller’s, The Red Lion, and Surf Shack Freshwater Bay. The town offers a delightful beach, as well as attractions including a local golf course, Dimbola Museum & Galleries, and walks along the coast towards the National Trust - The Needles Headland & Tennyson Down, The Needles viewpoint, The Needles Landmark Attraction, and beyond. At Yarmouth there are watersports activities, and avid walkers will enjoy exploring the stunning scenery of the Isle of Wight AONB. Visit Carisbrooke Castle, the Amazon World Zoo, or head into Newport for independent shops and quaint cafés. There is simply so much waiting to be explored with a stay at 1 Star Cottages.
Freshwater is situated at the western tip of the Isle of Wight and consists of Freshwater Village and Freshwater Bay. Freshwater village offers a good selection of small independent shops, cafes and the West Wight Sports Centre and Indoor Swimming Pool. The magnificent high chalk cliffs, rolling downs and delightful beaches at Freshwater Bay and nearby Compton Bay attract many visitors and surfers all year round. The renowned Freshwater Bay Golf Club, which overlooks the English Channel has stunning coastal sea views from most tees and offers a superb day out for golfers of all abilities, whilst the area is a haven for birdwatchers, cyclists and walkers with many wonderful walks to be enjoyed not only on West Wight but across the entire Isle of Wight criss-crossing over a much varied island landscape. Locally, Afton Down (the location of the famous 1970 Isle of Wight Music Festival), and Tennyson Down are the most popular walks. At the foot of Tennyson Down is the Dimbola Museum and Photographic Galleries. The Needles Pleasure Park at Alum Bay with its coloured sand cliffs and chairlift to the beach is just south west of Freshwater, plus a little further afield on the north coast of the Isle of Wight is the premier yachting centre of Cowes. Osborne House (the former home of Queen Victoria) is located at East Cowes. The nearby Farringford Hotel on the edge of Freshwater Bay was once the home of the British Poet Laureate, Alfred Lord Tennyson, and many notable poets, authors and painters have been attracted to the area of West Wight over the years. With the seaside town of Yarmouth close by with its busy harbour and pier, shops, inns, eateries and impressive Tudor castle, this is an ideal base for an enjoyable holiday.
EPC Rating: Band EAccommodation
Three bedrooms: king-size bed, twin beds and bunk beds.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with electric fire
Electric central heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster.
Smart TV, WiFi, selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, bike storage, and furniture.
One small, well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.5 miles, beach 1 mile.
Note: Auto-locking doors.
Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10 am.
Note: Children over 2 years old only.
Please Note: This property does not accept bookings over 14 nights.
Please note; This property can sleep 4 adults and 2 children.Please note: There is a dog supplement of £25.00 on this property.
Please note: This property only accepts stays with a minimum duration of 7 nights during July and August.
Nearby points of interest
- Sammy Miller Museum
- Red House Museum and Gardens
- Model Village Godshill
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
- Castlehaven Beach
Reviews (8)
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Rhian
The cottage was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend the cottage.
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Dorinda
Unfortunately this visit wasn't for pleasure but the comfort and facilities of the cottage made our stay easier. Lovely comfortable bed in master room, plenty of hot water throughout the day, a lovely, cosy cottage within easy walking distance to shops, cafes. Would have no hesitation in recommending.
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Carole
Great location and walking distance to Freshwater Bay and Freshwater village. Parking on site was useful and enclosed garden for dog. Kitchen was stocked sufficiently to enable meals to be prepared, perhaps a couple of Pyrex dishes would be useful. We didnât feel that the heating downstairs was sufficient for us at times but it didnât spoil our enjoyment and we would book again.