Avalon

ID: S133798

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 5
  • ・ Pets No

About this property

Avalon is a semi-detached property, situated within the village of Freshwater. Resting at the western tip of the Isle of Wight, this cottage promises a relaxing retreat or an adventurous family getaway. After a busy day exploring, be welcomed into a contemporary-style property, oozing an atmosphere of tranquillity. The designated chef will be pleased with the well-appointed kitchen that awaits their arrival, complete with quality appliances to rustle up an evening meal. Catch up with your loved ones within the formal dining room, where you will find a dining arrangement suitable for hosting the entire family, perfect for planning the days ahead. Completing the ground floor is a well-presented sitting room, where you can snuggle up during a winter’s evening whilst catching up on the latest TV shows. Follow the staircase up to find three elegantly dressed bedrooms, comprising of two double bedrooms and a bunk bedroom, perfect for younger guests. Open up the patio doors to discover a well-kept garden, where the children can play on lawn space whilst you soak up the sun with a refreshing beverage. If you fancy an evening glass of wine, you will find a selection of pubs to suit all needs and tastes within a short walk, as well as a number of shops for picking up any holiday essentials. The area plays host to a number of wonderful attractions to ensure an unforgettable break with your family. Close by is The Needles attraction, where younger guests will be thrilled with the traditional games, the interactive 4D cinema experience and the iconic chairlift taking you to the needles rock and views of the coloured sands. During the warmer months, head down to the wonderful Freshwater Bay, hosting one of the most picturesque beaches in the Isle of Wight. Bring your loved ones to Avalon, guaranteeing a delightful holiday.

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.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms; 2 x double bedroom, 1 x twin bedroom.

Family shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

2 x sitting rooms.

Dining Room.

Gas central heating.

Dishwasher, washer/dryer, electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave.

TV and WiFi.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available.

Garden with lawn area and storage for bikes.

Off-road parking for one car.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub within a 5-minute walk.

Please Note: The Driveway can seem steep and we would advise reversing into it.

Please Note: The stairs in the property may not be suitable for people with mobility issues.

Nearby points of interest

  • Sammy Miller Museum
  • Red House Museum and Gardens
  • Model Village Godshill
  • Carisbrooke Castle
  • Osborne House
  • Castlehaven Beach

Reviews (21)

  • Hilary

    A really lovely property and everything that you needed. Very clean and comfortable. So close to all amenities and a short ride to the beach

  • Dave

    We particularly enjoyed the lovely garden, comfortable lounge, the fabulous kitchen and the cool garden room. Thanks to the owners for the milk, biscuits & starter pack that we found waiting for us on arrival - all very helpful! We visited lots of great places including… The Garlic Farm, Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin and Shanklin Chine, Monkey Haven, Osborne House, West Wight Alpacas (Walk an Alpaca), Alum Bay and Chair Lift, The Needles, Tolland Bay and Yarmouth. All these places are recommended! We also enjoyed great meals at the Red Lion (Steak & Ale pie especially good), delicious fish n chips from Rainbow Chippy (both of these places are within walking distance of Avalon). A few things to be aware of if staying at Avalon. Parking The drive is steep (c 12 degrees uphill towards the house) you will need a reliable handbrake and a smallish car to be able to park on it safely. Our Captur just fitted - it is c 1.8m wide by just over 4.1m long. Anything longer than this would stick out onto the pavement. Larger cars will need to be parked elsewhere. Rubbish and Recycling You may want to check with owners for latest position but here’s our understanding following a conversation with the owner in July 2023. A cleaning company collects rubbish from the black wheelie bin only. Although you may find a green wheelie bin marked ‘recycling’ next to it, please ignore it and use only the black bin for all waste including anything potentially recycleable. To recycle anything such as glass, plastics, tins etc, you will need to find public facilities at supermarkets, car parks etc. Stairs These are quite steep and the treads are quite shallow. If like me, you are over 6ft, you’ll probably need to duck to come down the stairs without hitting your head. These 3 points are here really to help manage your expectations/planning. Avalon is lovely and quiet, well equipped and convenient in its location. Freshwater has a nice feel and there are some very interesting local shops. We would be happy to stay here again ourselves. We can recommend Avalon as a splendid place to stay for your holiday!

  • Tim

    The house was very well equipped and had everything you needed.

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