Guests say
The Galley is a peaceful, homely cottage in Sandown, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and tranquil setting. Guests appreciate the friendly and welcoming hosts, as well as the property's suitability for dog owners. The location offers easy access to local amenities and the wider Isle of Wight, though a car is recommended for convenience. The cottage is well-equipped and maintained, making it a popular choice for repeat visitors seeking a relaxing stay.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean, tidy, and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests enjoy the quiet, rural location close to shops, beaches, and attractions. Some mention the need for a car for easier access, but public transport is available.
The cottage is described as comfortable, homely, and peaceful, with guests feeling at ease during their stay. Repeat visits suggest a high level of comfort.
Reviews note that the accommodation is well-equipped for self-catering, with good WiFi and all essentials provided. The property is well laid out and maintained.
Guests consistently mention the owners' friendliness and welcoming nature, making them feel at home. While gifts are not specifically mentioned, the hosts' hospitality is highly valued, though any such gestures cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
With so much beauty to behold on the Isle of Wight, you will need somewhere warm and welcoming to stay; The Galley’s door is always open.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV
Dining area: Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine
Bedroom: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Use of owner’s freezer on request. Small enclosed patio garden with garden furniture. Private parking. Wheelchair ramp available. No smoking.. Only 3 miles from the sandy beach at Sandown, this very comfortable single-storey cottage boasts wonderful panoramic views over the surrounding countryside. Adjoining the owners’ home, with lovely walking from the doorstep, it makes an ideal base from which to explore the numerous places of interest on this beautiful island. Bembridge, its natural harbour crammed with yachts and houseboats, Brading Roman Villa, Carisbrooke Castle and Osborne House – the summer home designed by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria in the 1840s – are all well worth a visit, as are the island’s steam railway, the zoo and the busy yachting centre of Cowes. Riding and golf close by. Shop and pub 0.5 miles.
Free WiFi
There is a wheelchair ramp available.
Please note there will be a £25 amendment fee if you change your ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight, in any way after booking.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Model Village Godshill
- Dinosaur Isle
- Brading Roman Villa
- Hovercraft Museum
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- Castlehaven Beach
- University of Portsmouth
Reviews (10)
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C Whitton
Place is lovely need a car for sites to see there is a bus route to Clean Pat Bill very friendly weather was good as always lots to see always nice to come back to nice place after day on beach or a day touring round the island
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Confirmed Guest
Perfect place to stay for a holiday on the IOW. Love it! 🥰
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Confirmed Guest
I find The Galley more than acceptable as a self catering accomodation for my and my dog's purposes. This was the 3rd time I had stayed in The Galley since March 2023 and I have also stayed in The Annex which is Pat & Bill's other SCA on 2 occasions since March 2023. I know exactly what both units have for Douglas (my dog) and I. I have used the SCA's for stays in March, Nov & April/May. For my needs both units are acceptable for location, cleanliness, comfort & equipment, warmth and value for money. The only reason local amenities is lower is the local premier store is 5 - 7 mins walk away at Apse Heath crossroads which may be an issue for people without a car. When I stayed this April 2026 there was a 30mins bus service (Southern Vectis No:-8) from Apse Heath crossroads to Newport or Sandown. Once a hour the bus continues on Ryde Esplanade interchange via IOW NE coastal villages. Morrisons and ALDI stores are served by SV No:- 8, 5mins bus ride in the Sandown direction. The buses used are new electric double deckers and I have used them with Douglas.Galley Horn is home to Living Larder which is a small working organic farm which grows vegetables and you do access both units via the heart of the farm. There were no animals in 2025 or this year in 2026 but they do have 4 Massey Ferguson tractors the youngest being 50 years old chat to Bill if that interests you. I use both units at Galley Horn principally because the area is peaceful, comfortable and warm, I'm not looking for or wanting high end everything to hand SCA's. If that is what you want I would look else where. I do occasionally think do I want to use another SCA in Shanklin, which I've used before and quite often is cheaper and then I think no, I'll go and see Pat, Bill and Raven (their dog) instead!