Guests say
The Maltings in Freshwater offers a comfortable and spacious stay with easy access to local amenities and the beach. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, private parking, and the property's proximity to walking routes. While some guests have highlighted areas for improvement, the majority have enjoyed their stay, with several returning customers and positive remarks about the property's location and facilities.
Cleanliness has received mixed feedback. Some guests found the property to be clean and well-presented, while others reported issues with cleanliness, including dust and cobwebs. The property seems to require more consistent attention to detail in cleaning.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, local shops, and bus routes. Guests find it convenient for both walking and exploring the Isle of Wight, making it an ideal spot for holidaymakers.
Guests generally find the property comfortable, with good quality beds and a warm atmosphere. However, some guests mentioned that the sofas were not very comfortable, which suggests room for improvement in the living area.
Facilities are well-regarded, particularly the well-equipped kitchen. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as a non-functional dishwasher and outdated appliances. These issues have slightly marred the otherwise positive experiences.
Several guests have mentioned a warm welcome and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack with food essentials. While these gestures are appreciated, it's important to note that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary with each stay.
About this property
This attractive 19th century mock Tudor cottage is conveniently located within a six minute walk of the stunning cove at Freshwater Bay on the wonderful Isle of Wight. This Freshwater cottage has been traditionally furnished throughout to provide comfortable and spacious accommodation for families and friends who wish to enjoy a relaxing holiday together by the sea. This welcoming Freshwater cottage is set over two floors and offers a large kitchen, a warm and sunny sitting room with French doors, two bathrooms and three comfortable bedrooms. Outside there is off road parking at the rear of this Freshwater cottage, whilst at the front there is a good-sized, enclosed decked area with table, chairs and a barbecue, making this an ideal place for dining alfresco.
The charming village of Freshwater offers many attractions, including dinosaur footprint hunting at Compton Bay, the Afton Marsh Local Nature Reserve, walks along Tennyson Down, hang gliding, fishing and golf. The beautiful streets of Yarmouth, with their many boutique shops, art galleries, superb pubs and restaurants, are close by, plus further afield is the wild and rocky coastline at St Catherine's Down. This delightful Freshwater cottage is bound to please at any time of the year.
Freshwater is situated at the western tip of the Isle of Wight and consists of a main town and Freshwater Bay. The town offers a good selection of shops, whilst Freshwater Bay has white cliffs, rolling downland and beaches. Freshwater Bay Golf Club, walks, cycle routes and bird watching are all in the area.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with TV and en-suite bath, shower over, basin, WC and heated towel rail, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Ground floor large walk in shower, basin and WC.
Fitted kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with gas coal-effect fire and French doors to front decked area.
Note: There are steps leading to the en-suite.
Gas central heating with coal-effect gas fire.
Gas oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, video, CD/radio, selection of books and games.
Wifi.
1 cot.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Beach towels provided.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 1 car, 2nd space available for 1 additional small car.
Enclosed front decked area with furniture and charcoal BBQ.
Please note: This property has a minimum night stay of x7 nights.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops 3 mins walk, pub 1.4 miles.
Beach 5 mins walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
- Sammy Miller Museum
- Model Village Godshill
- Red House Museum and Gardens
- Castlehaven Beach
Reviews (35)
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Naomi
Convenient for walking to the beach and the porch out the back is an excellent addition since our last visit.
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Lynn
The beds are comfortable and there is plenty of wardrobe space. It is well equipped but rather cluttered in the kitchen and we had to make space to store our own food and drinks. On entering the property we found the sinks in the kitchen had not been cleaned and in one sink were 2 soggy dirty tea towels and in the other a vase filled with soapy water. On the table in the living room there was an empty box and packaging which had contained cakes. When we arrived the key was not in the key safe, it was in the door.
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Richard
The house is quite spacious, and the bedrooms are lovely, having been redecorated since our last visit, I think. A very well equipped, if not slightly cluttered, kitchen. A new oven had just been delivered, and so this is probably why there was maybe one piece of furniture too many, to make room for the nice new range. We didn't used the front decking area, which could do with some tlc, but is nicely positioned for the sun. Very good value for the size and location.