Guests say
Brixton Barn is highly praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and excellent location in Brighstone. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, the privacy, and the helpful hosts. The property serves as a perfect base for exploring the Isle of Wight, with mentions of a stain glass workshop and a welcome pack adding to the charm.
Guests consistently note the property as very clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating top marks in this category.
The location is described as excellent, ideal for touring the island and close to local amenities. The only reason for not giving a perfect score is the lack of explicit mention of location by all reviewers.
Reviewers find the cottage very comfortable, spacious for a couple, and cosy, suggesting a high level of comfort throughout their stay.
Facilities are mentioned as well-equipped and fully functional, with a special note on the stain glass workshop, indicating guests are very satisfied with the amenities provided.
The mention of a welcome pack suggests thoughtfulness by the hosts. However, as gifts are not guaranteed for every guest, the score reflects this with a slight deduction.
About this property
This property is the ideal holiday base for a couple to enjoy a wonderful retreat, and explore all that the Isle of Wight has to offer.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 48" Freeview Smart TV, French Doors To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Jacuzzi Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating (underfloor in living room and bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed, lawned garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Formerly a National Trust office, this 200-year-old thatched barn is nestled in the village of Brighstone and offers an ideal base to explore this delightful area.
The owners Grade II listed, detached, thatched cottage sits in the grounds and the wider area is ideal for those looking to explore. The Heritage Coast, ever popular with walkers is 1½ miles. Glorious beaches and hidden coves to marked walking trails, all combine to make this a wonderful days exploration. The Isle of Wight bursts with opportunities all year round, from a trip to see the ever-famous Needles, the islands landmark attraction, to a vast array of watersports, or why not visit the many honey pot villages dotted around the island with souvenir shops and eateries. Bustling Yarmouth is well worth a visit with a wealth of shops and restaurants mixed with narrow lanes and plenty of maritime adventure. Here you can also catch a bus at the quay, stopping at a variety of local attractions, including the watermill at Calbourne, one of the oldest watermills in the UK and Osbourne House, a former Royal residence. Beach 3½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
- Model Village Godshill
- Brading Roman Villa
- Dinosaur Isle
- Hovercraft Museum
- Sammy Miller Museum
- Castlehaven Beach
Reviews (9)
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Confirmed Guest
we had a very enjoyable time .interesting look at their stain glass workshop where they did classes in making stain glass
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Robin Spice
The Brixton Barn in Brighstone as an excellent base for us to be able to tour around the island with ease. Very comfortable and clean which was all much appreciated.
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Vickie Rose
Gorgeous little barn. Hosts we're lovely and really helpful, but equally left us to enjoy our holiday. Little welcome pack was also a lovely little touch.