Mr Coates - verified booking

" Impressed with the range of TV channels available, as we had our three-year-old daughter with us and so stayed in during the evenings. We also liked the range of games and books available - I got around halfway through one on Bletchley Park. The pictures, shells, model yacht and wooden seagull added to the coastal theme. It was a pleasant 10-minute walk through Appley Park to the beach, where our little girl wanted to spend her time. A bulb blew on our second morning, and after calling Bill the owner - who told us where to find the fuse box, as the lights had stopped working - he replaced it that afternoon while we were out. We also met Abbie the housekeeper on our first and last days. She was very nice and helpful, to the point of texting us immediately to say we had left our dressing gowns on the back of our bedroom door, giving us time to nip back and get them before our ferry departed. We also appreciated the welcoming touches, such as a supply of tea bags and the complimentary shortbread and Belgian chocolates. A parking space right next to the garden gate was also ideal - it took just a few minutes to unload the car and get everything into the cottage so we could go out and enjoy ourselves. We would thoroughly recommend Appley Cottage. "

Kelly - verified booking

"We had a fantastic stay at Santa Maria over the Christmas week. We received a lovely welcome, with Christmas lights, music, real Christmas tree, presents under the tree for us and the children, as well as a gorgeous welcome hamper and homemade Christmas cake. We felt at home right away and were impressed by how well stocked the cottage was with things like kitchen cleaning products, toys, books, dvd's and even festive toilet roll. The garden is a lovely size and the balcony would be great to use during the summer as the view was fabulous. We enjoyed using the wood burner which made the property feel even more cosy. There's so much to do on the Isle of Wight, but we would definitely recommend the Santa specials at the nearby steam railway over the Christmas period. The only small issue we had was with the steep on-site parking. This was easily resolved by parking on the road outside the property. We would highly recommend this cottage as the owners Paul and Jenny really put in a lot of thought and effort to make it a home from home. We would definitely like to stay at Santa Maria again in the future, perhaps in the warmer months next time. "

Maggie - verified booking

"This is a very pleasant, comfortable and well equipped holiday home, in walking distance of all that Ryde has to offer. There is an excellent bus service right on the door step to explore the island further and convenient local shops. If you enjoy walking you would be spoilt for choice as plenty of lovely walks at different levels. Bembridge to Sandown was our favourite albeit a tad steep in places!The accommodation and the area are particularly dog friendlyWhilst the owners are next door there is plenty of privacy, yet the owners could not be more helpful when needed. We have been booking holiday cottages for some years now and without a doubt the best welcome pack was provided here, meaning absolutely no need to venture out for provisions on day we arrived. There was also a helpful text message to say the accommodation was ready in case we arrived on the island early which was much appreciated This was our second visit to West Mount and as we love the island I am sure we will be back as I seriously doubt there is anywhere better for us"

William - verified booking

"Overall reasonable accommodation, sadly lacking a shower in the first floor bathroom. Good quality beds in the double bedrooms, uneven uncomfortable bed in the twin room. Seating inadequate for 6, but manageable, just! A complaint regarding the washing machine was dealt with, but due to the office not having a spare key another day was lost with much needed washing outstanding, the machine was replaced on the third day with a machine with the same problem, i.e. didn't spin and empty, (perhaps a waste water pipe problem??). Access was arranged with the maintenance team by leaving the keys out of the lock in the french windows, (on the inside).The office was advised by voice mail of the same problem with the washing machine, but didn't respond the next day as we left early in the a.m."

Rosalind - verified booking

"This apartment is all on one floor and is very suitable for someone with limited mobility. It is extremely comfortable and equipped to the very highest standard. It has everything you need in place. This is certainly one of the most comfortable cottages we have ever stayed in. We were on the island to visit an uncle who was celebrating his 90th birthday in Seaview and the location was perfect for us. It is within walking distance of Ryde just, but remember Ryde is very hilly mostly up. The welcome pack provided by the owners was most generous and very thoughtful indeed. Thank you most sincerely.We visited Osborne House and Carrisbroke Castle in a gale and loved every minute. We did not use the small patio (see above)but it looked very pleasant."