Guests say
Little Dover Cottage in Ryde is highly praised for its excellent location close to the beach, shops, and transport links. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, making it a welcoming home from home. The property is ideal for families and repeat visitors, with thoughtful touches and good communication from the owners. Some guests noted the lack of a washing machine and the narrow driveway, but these did not detract from an overall positive experience.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as exceptionally clean and well presented, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests repeatedly mention the cottage’s proximity to the beach, shops, public transport, and local amenities, making it an ideal base for exploring Ryde and the Isle of Wight.
The cottage is described as comfortable, with cosy beds and a homely atmosphere. One review notes a lack of privacy in the twin room, but overall comfort is highly rated.
The cottage is well equipped with modern amenities, broadband, and entertainment options. Some guests would prefer a washing machine over a dishwasher, and mention the narrow driveway, but overall facilities are praised.
Guests appreciate the owners’ attention to detail, such as providing a fan during a heatwave and a helpful information folder. While thoughtful touches are mentioned, gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Easy to reach from the mainland by train and boat. Bring your bikes and see why the island is a top UK cycling destination.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Sky, Netflix
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car; additional parking by permit for on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps in the garden.. This charming, detached cottage is perfect for a family holiday on the Isle of Wight and is able to accommodate up to four guests and the family pets. Little Dover Cottage has some wonderful character features inside including a beautiful, exposed stone wall which runs the length of the living/dining space. The vaulted ceiling in the upstairs bedrooms provides a lovely, light and spacious feel.
Wi-Fi enabled and well-equipped, this holiday home is located in the popular seaside town of Ryde with its host of shops, bars, restaurants and cafés. The stretches of sand at Ryde offer fantastic views across the Solent to Portsmouth, with the landmark Spinnaker Tower forming an impressive backdrop to a busy shipping channel which carries an interesting array of freight, passenger and military ships. Along the nearby promenade, moments from the property, you will find tennis courts, ten-pin bowling, a fun fair, canoe lake and a swimming pool, providing plenty to do within the local area. You can also enjoy scenic coastal walks, go crabbing, sailing, fishing, horse riding, golf or even go-karting, all of which are easily accessible from the cottage.
The Isle of Wight offers numerous attractions to discover for all ages, including The Needles, with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay. Visit Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens, Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK, Ventnor Botanic Garden, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle, the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes, and Shanklin Chine, a beautiful, deep wooded gorge with waterfalls and paths leading to Shanklin beach. Beach ¼ mile. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 170 yards.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
The approach to the parking space outside the property may not be suited to all vehicles as there is a steep dropped kerb. However, parking permits may be available for on-road parking on Dover Street. Please contact the owner for details if necessary.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Brading Roman Villa
- Dinosaur Isle
- HMS Victory
- Hovercraft Museum
- Model Village Godshill
- Osborne House
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- Carisbrooke Castle
- University of Portsmouth
Reviews (11)
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Confirmed Guest
We did pick a heatwave for our holiday, our hosts, with excellent foresight, provided a fan.My only complaint would have to be that someone parked across the driveway one day, obviously nothing the host could do about that and the local parking enforcement had ticketed the vehicle.
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Confirmed Guest
Little Dover Cottage is a lovely place to stay as a setting off point to explore the island. It is in walking distance from the bus station, the hover port and the fast cat to Portsmouth. There are several food stores nearby as well as a good variety of coffee shops and eateries. This was our third visit to the delightful cottage and we hope to return.
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Confirmed Guest
Great clean cottage, comfortable beds. Less than 10 minute walk to High Street and 5 mins from beach, good location. Well stocked with utensils etc.Parking when reversing a bit tight but had no problems.