Blackgang Chine

Blackgang Chine is the oldest amusement park in the UK, located on the Isle of Wight. It features multiple themed areas with rides, animatronic dinosaurs, walkthrough attractions, and a historic whale skeleton. The park offers family-friendly entertainment with a mix of indoor and outdoor experiences, including cafes and play areas.

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Farriers

A charming holiday home annex in the New Forest National Park set along a quiet country lane offering a peaceful and romantic countryside retreat for couples with a double bedroom, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, private parking and a small courtyard outdoor space.

The Boathouse

This Grade II listed two-bedroom holiday cottage by the sea offers a bright and airy open-plan living space with waterside views, situated on the waterfront of the Isle of Wight with an enclosed lawned garden and convenient access to local attractions and outdoor activities.

2 miles from Osborne

Osborne House is a former royal residence in East Cowes, Isle of Wight, built as a summer home for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Visitors can explore the grand Italianate architecture, royal apartments, extensive gardens, and enjoy the unique historic setting including a private beach and the Durbar Room with Indian influences. The site offers a mix of indoor and outdoor experiences with historic interiors and landscaped grounds.

Located in Newport

Newport is the county town of the Isle of Wight, known for its historic centre, Roman villa, arts and culture venues, and river quay, offering visitors a lively market town experience with annual music festivals.

The Old Kitchens

The Old Kitchens is a single-storey stone cottage on the outskirts of Totland Bay village, Isle of Wight, blending traditional character with modern comfort in a peaceful coastal countryside setting.

Near Yarmouth Castle

Yarmouth Castle is a 16th-century artillery fort on the Isle of Wight featuring an innovative arrow-head bastion design. Visitors can explore its historic gun platform, original courtyard buildings, and the Master Gunner's House. The castle has a rich military history, including use in both World Wars, and is maintained by English Heritage as a tourist attraction.

2 miles from Amazon World Zoo Park

Amazon World Zoo Park is a medium-sized zoo on the Isle of Wight specializing in animals of the Amazon rainforest, featuring exotic species from South America and engaging in conservation and rescue efforts. Visitors explore outdoor animal habitats focusing on ecological care and breeding programmes.

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Located in Shanklin

Shanklin is a charming seaside resort town on the Isle of Wight offering a sandy beach, a historic Old Village, a scenic wooded ravine called Shanklin Chine, and a variety of traditional seaside attractions alongside cultural and nature experiences.

Apple Tree Cottage

This detached 17th-century cottage near West Wittering beach features period details such as beams and an inglenook fireplace, set in a private location with an enclosed courtyard garden, suitable for families with pets and close to local amenities and coastal attractions.

Near East Head

East Head is a natural coastline area in West Sussex featuring rare sand-dune habitats, a sandy beach, shingle, and salt-marsh. Visitors can enjoy scenic coastal walks, beach activities, wildlife spotting including seals, and dog-friendly access with some restrictions during bird nesting season.

Fair Isle Holiday Cottages - Fair Isle House

Fair Isle House is a reverse level detached holiday home set within extensive countryside on the Isle of Wight, featuring traditional furnishings and scenic 360-degree views, suitable for families and groups with pet allowance and outdoor space.

Near Model Village Godshill

This family-owned garden features 3,000 sculpted conifers surrounding a unique one-tenth scale model village, with year-round interest provided by bonsai-treated trees and thoughtful landscaping. The garden is accessible, dog-friendly, and offers refreshments on site.

3 miles from Highcliffe Castle

Highcliffe Castle is a Grade I listed Gothic mansion on a cliff top in Dorset, offering restored historic interiors with exhibitions and beach access. Visitors can explore the house, enjoy the scenic grounds, and use the on-site cafe and picnic areas.

Located in New Milton

New Milton is a historic market town in Hampshire with a rich heritage, cultural venues, nearby coastal cliffs and walking paths, and accessible transport options including a railway station and bus services.

Littlehaven

This is a ground floor one-bedroom annexe accommodating up to 4 guests with stunning sea views near Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, designed to be accessible and pet-friendly, with a balcony and back garden, private parking for one car, and convenient location near local amenities and scenic outdoor activities.

Near Ventnor Downs

Ventnor Downs offers dramatic coastal views and expansive chalk hills with diverse wildlife including rare birds and feral goats. Visitors can explore trails featuring historic military sites and Bronze Age remains in a scenic outdoor environment.

Located in Ventnor

Ventnor is a Victorian-era seaside resort town on the Isle of Wight known for its sheltered microclimate, beaches, Victorian heritage, botanic gardens, vibrant arts scene, and historic landmarks.

3 miles from Fort Cumberland (England)

Fort Cumberland is a historic pentagonal artillery fort in Southsea, Hampshire, protecting the entrance to Langstone Harbour and the Royal Navy Dockyard. Now managed by English Heritage, it offers pre-booked guided tours of its extensive masonry fortifications and houses a distillery and veterans charities within its casemates.

Park Farm - Honeysuckle Cottage

A quaint two-bedroom barn conversion on the Isle of Wight, set in a peaceful rural location near beaches and local attractions, offering a homely and stylish retreat with private outdoor space and on-site parking.

2 miles from Borthwood Copse

Borthwood Copse is a National Trust woodland on the Isle of Wight featuring ancient trees, native wildlife including red squirrels, and scenic walking paths with viewpoints overlooking the sea.

Hill Croft Cottage

Hill Croft is a spacious detached cottage located in a scenic Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the southern tip of the Isle of Wight, suitable for up to six guests including couples and families, with views over the English Channel and close proximity to coastal and countryside attractions.

Near St Catherine's Down and Knowles Farm

St Catherine's Down and Knowles Farm offers wild coastal and downland landscapes at the southern-most point of the Isle of Wight, featuring St Catherine's lighthouse, historic ruins, and scenic walking trails with panoramic views. The venue is well suited for outdoor exploration and enjoying natural beauty.

2 miles from Compton Bay and Downs

Compton Bay and Downs on the Isle of Wight offers a stunning outdoor experience featuring a fossil-rich sandy beach, dramatic chalk cliffs, rich wildlife habitats, and extensive walking trails. Visitors can enjoy fossil hunting, surfing, wildlife watching, and family-friendly events like guided fossil walks and rockpool safaris.

3 miles from Family Fungi Walk

11 Oct, 18 Oct…

A family walk on Mottistone Down to identify autumn fungi and hear facts, myths and folklore about toadstools. The route may involve leaving the main path to get a closer look.

3 miles from Langstone Harbour

Langstone Harbour is a nature reserve with tidal mudflats, saltmarsh, and lagoons supporting diverse waterbirds. It offers outdoor wildlife viewing along coastal paths with no visitor centre, on-site facilities, or entry fees.

Near St Catherine's Oratory

St. Catherine's Oratory is a medieval stone lighthouse built in 1328 on St. Catherine's Down, Isle of Wight. It is Britain's only surviving medieval lighthouse and offers a historic outdoor experience atop a scenic hill.

2 miles from Newtown National Nature Reserve and Old Town Hall

Newtown National Nature Reserve on the Isle of Wight offers a unique blend of ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows, and a picturesque harbour filled with diverse birdlife. Visitors can explore peaceful walking trails, enjoy guided historical and wellbeing walks, and take part in water activities like canoeing. The 17th-century Old Town Hall nearby adds a historical element to the natural setting. The site is dog-friendly, wheelchair accessible on certain paths, and has food available at the Visitor Point.

Devonia Holiday Homes - Groves Cottage

This detached property is set in a charming rural village surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering a peaceful family-friendly atmosphere with access to nature and outdoor activities.

3 miles from Brading Marshes

Brading Marshes is a nature reserve on the Isle of Wight offering outdoor wildlife watching with habitats for rare birds like Marsh Harriers and mammals such as Red Squirrels. Visitors can explore miles of footpaths and enjoy multiple viewing points in a tranquil setting.

Near Farringford Estate

Farringford Estate is a historic garden on the Isle of Wight with a recreated walled garden reflecting its association with poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson, featuring herbaceous borders, a public glasshouse, and wildlife planting.

3 miles from Needles Old Battery Tour

9 Oct, 16 Oct…

Join a guided tour of the Needles Old Battery to explore its military history, surviving structures and stories of the people who lived and served there. The tour is led by Jo and Steve from Restore the Story CIC.

Near Farringford

Farringford is a historic Grade 1 listed Gothick style house on the Isle of Wight that was home to Victorian Poet Laureate Alfred, Lord Tennyson. Visitors can explore the meticulously restored 19th-century interiors and extensive gardens. The venue offers guided house tours and garden access with a rich cultural heritage.

Anchor Cottage

A luxury two-bedroom seaside holiday home on Hayling Island, offering a stylish and homely atmosphere with scenic coastal surroundings and family-friendly features.

3 miles from St Helens Duver

St Helens Duver is a sandy spit of land on the Isle of Wight featuring beaches, rock pools, woodlands, and historical sites including a former royal golf course. It offers coastal walks with wildlife spotting opportunities and is dog-friendly with wheelchair accessible paths.

The Haven

This ground-floor two-bedroom maisonette in Shanklin offers a peaceful and cosy retreat with a secluded garden area, set near cliff paths and local amenities including pubs and cafes, ideal for a tranquil getaway with family or small groups.

Elm Cottage

Elm Cottage is a semi-detached holiday home located in the Undercliff area between the cliff and the sea, providing a micro-climate with Mediterranean flora and fauna, suitable for families or friends with beach access nearby and a private courtyard garden.

2 miles from Appuldurcombe House

Appuldurcombe House is a historic 18th-century English Baroque country house on the Isle of Wight, now a partially ruined shell managed by English Heritage. Visitors can explore both the remains of the grand indoor mansion and the landscaped outdoor grounds originally designed by Capability Brown, with ghost walks offered in the summer holidays.

Brook Farmhouse Cottages - Dapple Cottage

Dapple Cottage is a homely and family-focused holiday cottage set in a scenic countryside and coastal location on the Isle of Wight, offering a peaceful private retreat with self-contained living spaces suitable for small groups or families including pets.

Near Mottistone Manor

Mottistone Manor is a National Trust property on the Isle of Wight known for its historic manor house dating back to the 15th century and its popular gardens. The house is generally not open to the public except for one day per year, offering visitors a glimpse of historic architecture and landscaped gardens.

Fort Spinney Holiday Bungalows - Bungalow 3

A cosy and homely bungalow on the Isle of Wight, close to the beach and surrounded by scenic natural beauty, providing a laid-back and family-friendly environment with easy ground-floor access and shared enclosed garden space.

Near Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary on the Isle of Wight housing rescued exotic animals including tigers, lions, and lemurs within the historic Sandown Fort. It focuses on rescue and rehabilitation rather than breeding, offering both indoor exhibits and outdoor habitats for visitors to explore.

Still Waters

Still Waters is a modern, fully accessible, and adapted property set in a peaceful garden with natural lake views near Hill Head Beach, ideal for outdoor activities and wildlife watching.

3 miles from Titchfield Abbey

Titchfield Abbey is a medieval Premonstratensian abbey in Hampshire with surviving church ruins, a Tudor gatehouse, and historic fishponds. Converted into a Tudor mansion post-Dissolution, it is now a preserved historic site open to the public under English Heritage care.

3 miles from North Court

North Court is a Jacobean manor house on the Isle of Wight dating back to 1615 with significant historical architecture and nationally important gardens, offering visitors both indoor exploration and outdoor garden experiences.

White Haven

White Haven is a cosy ground floor apartment located in Lake near Sandown on the Isle of Wight, offering a peaceful seaside setting with easy access to local amenities and picturesque beaches, suitable for small families and groups up to four guests.

Near The Needles Headland and Tennyson Down

The Needles Headland and Tennyson Down on the Isle of Wight offer stunning coastal views, walking trails, and natural landscapes with historic monuments and military forts, managed as open chalk grassland with public access.

2 miles from Needles New Battery Tour

9 Oct, 16 Oct…

A guided tour of the Needles New Battery explores its history as a coastal defence site and later as a Cold War rocket-testing base, including the development of the Black Knight and Black Arrow rockets.

Brook Farmhouse Cottages - Palomino Cottage

Palomino Cottage is a one-bedroom cottage on the ground floor with a kingsize bed and an open plan living space that includes a sofa bed, located in a rural coastal setting on the Isle of Wight near various attractions and countryside.

Hampton House

Hampton House is a luxurious five-star detached house on the Isle of Wight with five bedrooms, private hot tub and swimming pool, private parking, and extensive outdoor and indoor leisure facilities in a peaceful award-winning village setting.

Near Bembridge Windmill

Bembridge Windmill is a Grade I listed historic tower mill on the Isle of Wight, built around 1700 and operated by the National Trust. Visitors can explore this four-storey mill with original machinery, open to the public seasonally from March to November.

2 miles from The Needles

The Needles are distinctive chalk sea stacks off the Isle of Wight, featuring a historic lighthouse, scenic boat tours, and former military sites including batteries and a rocket test site, all accessible to the public and protected within natural and scientific conservation areas.

Brook Farmhouse Cottages - Bay Cottage

Bay Cottage is a ground floor holiday cottage located near National Trust Downs and Brook Beach on the Isle of Wight, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and being suitable for up to 8 guests including 2 pets, set within the rural grounds of Brook Farmhouse with garden and private parking.

3 miles from Newtown Old Town Hall

Newtown Old Town Hall is a historic Tudor-style municipal building on the Isle of Wight, owned by the National Trust. Visitors can explore its historic interiors and learn about its role in UK parliamentary history and Ferguson's Gang.

Fair Isle Holiday Cottages - Fastnet

This detached, dog-friendly holiday home offers countryside views close to the island's capital, featuring ground-floor open plan living, three bedrooms, a balcony, wrap-around gardens, and private parking.

Fair Isle Holiday Cottages - Hill Top Cottage

Hill Top Cottage is a newly converted barn set in quiet rural countryside on the Isle of Wight, offering panoramic views and a peaceful retreat while being near the island's capital and local amenities.

3 miles from Carisbrooke Castle

Carisbrooke Castle is a historic motte-and-bailey castle on the Isle of Wight known for its 13th-century buildings, Elizabethan fortifications, and as the prison of King Charles I. Visitors can explore the castle's interiors, the Isle of Wight Museum, and outdoor earthworks including a well with a working donkey wheel.

Cooks Castle Farm - The Dairy

The Dairy is a cosy and characterful former farm building set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Isle of Wight, offering a private and laid-back rural retreat with scenic countryside views and access to walking and cycling trails.

Salters Cottage

This detached 17th-century character property is set in a peaceful rural location near the New Forest, featuring historic architectural details and expansive garden grounds with countryside views.

Flanders Cottage

A charming thatched cottage in the New Forest National Park accommodating up to eight guests and two pets, featuring a private garden, outdoor swimming pool, and private parking, ideal as a celebration house and base for exploring nearby Hampshire and Dorset.

Cooks Castle Farm - The Hayloft

This accommodation is a cosy two-bedroom property set in a rural village on the Isle of Wight, near coastal towns and countryside walking and cycling routes, offering a family-friendly and pet-friendly environment with private parking and an enclosed garden.

2 miles from Chillerton Down

Chillerton Down is a scenic downland hill on the Isle of Wight, featuring Iron Age earthworks and managed partly by the National Trust, ideal for outdoor exploration and historical interest.

Loreto

This holiday cottage is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the western side of the island, known for scenic walking routes and a spacious garden area with outdoor seating and BBQ.

2 miles from Hurst Castle

Hurst Castle is a historic 16th-century artillery fort located on Hurst Spit in Hampshire, England, built by Henry VIII to protect the Solent. It features extensive 19th-century gun batteries, an active lighthouse, and served military roles through two World Wars. Now managed by English Heritage, the site offers visitors a glimpse into England's coastal defence history amid ongoing conservation efforts due to coastal erosion.

Dreamcatcher

Dreamcatcher is a beachfront holiday home on Hayling Island with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, accommodating up to six guests, offering scenic views over the Solent to the Isle of Wight in a peaceful and homely setting.

Sarah's Island Retreat

This spacious and stylish Delta Resort Plus caravan at Meadow Bay offers a family-friendly and pet-friendly coastal getaway with bright, open-plan living, two bedrooms sleeping six, and access to indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, and various children's and dog-friendly facilities.

3 miles from King James's and Landport Gates

King James's and Landport Gates are historic gateways in Portsmouth, Hampshire, originally part of 14th-century town walls with significant roles in controlling access to the city. King James's Gate was built in 1687 and moved from its original position, while Landport Gate, built in 1760, remains in its original location, both representing key military and civic heritage sites.

Rew Farm Barns - Property 2

This accommodation is a cosy and peaceful barn conversion set in the countryside near Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, offering a homely and stylish setting with nearby coastal attractions and countryside views.

Baytree Cottage

Baytree Cottage is a cosy, historic two-bedroom cottage located in the coastal village of Hill Head, Hampshire, just a short walk from the beach and offering views of the Solent. It provides a peaceful and homely setting suitable for couples or families with access to coastal and countryside activities.

3 miles from Bembridge Fort

Bembridge Fort is a 19th-century hexagonal fort on Bembridge Down, Isle of Wight, built to protect the coast during the Second French Empire. It offers a unique historic military site with guided tours by appointment and has a theatre in the old gunpowder magazine.

The Old Cowshed

The Old Cowshed is a two-bedroom lodge set in a peaceful countryside smallholding near Thorness Bay beach on the Isle of Wight, offering a tranquil rural retreat with modern comforts and scenic outdoor spaces.

3 miles from Rosetta Cottage

Rosetta Cottage is a Victorian manor house in Cowes, Isle of Wight, known for its connection to Winston Churchill's parents' marriage proposal. It comprises two holiday cottages managed by the National Trust and is part of the island's Churchill Trail.

Sea Breezes

Sea Breezes is a semi-detached holiday home located about 1 mile from the sandy beach at Totland, featuring a quirky layout with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across two floors, suitable for up to six guests including families with children and pets. The property includes an enclosed garden with patio, bike storage, and private parking for two cars, positioned in a scenic village ideal for coastal walks and beach activities.

3 miles from The Needles Batteries

The Needles Batteries on the Isle of Wight feature two historic military artillery batteries built in the 19th century to defend the Solent. Visitors can explore both outdoor fortifications and indoor exhibition rooms showcasing Victorian military life, World War history, and Cold War rocket development. The site includes tunnels, observation posts, and a tearoom, offering a compelling outdoor and indoor historical experience.

Fort Spinney Holiday Bungalows - Bungalow 4

Fort Spinney offers a single-story bungalow accommodation on the Isle of Wight that is suitable for families and couples, situated close to the beach with shared enclosed garden space and parking on-site, providing peaceful coastal stay with seaside access and local attractions.

Fair Isle Holiday Cottages - Viking

Contemporary detached holiday home with countryside views close to the island's capital, suitable for families and groups, offering dog-friendly accommodation with modern amenities and garden access.

West Barns

Two modern barn conversions situated on a peaceful farm surrounded by countryside near the village of Wootton Bridge, offering a fresh and contemporary style with shared outdoor space and tranquil surroundings.

Inglewood Retreat

Ingelwood Retreat is a contemporary detached reverse-level house secluded in a scenic location near the sea, offering peaceful surroundings with sea views and coastal or country walks nearby. It accommodates seven guests with four bedrooms and provides a family-friendly and self-contained atmosphere.

3 miles from Chillerton Down

Chillerton Down is a scenic outdoor downland area on the Isle of Wight offering panoramic views, walking trails, and recreational activities like picnicking and paragliding. The landscape includes wooded valleys and farmland and is partly owned by the National Trust.

Located in Cowes

Cowes is a historic English port town on the Isle of Wight known globally for its maritime heritage, especially yachting and the annual Cowes Week regatta. It offers a walkable town center with diverse shops, eateries, and cultural sights including Cowes Castle and a floating chain ferry connecting to East Cowes.

Cooks Castle Farm - The Farriers

The Farriers is a cosy, characterful former farm building located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a peaceful and homely setting suitable for families and outdoor enthusiasts, with a private garden overlooking farmland and direct access to local countryside trails.

Joyful Cottage

Joyful Cottage is a coastal cottage located near Milford on Sea, offering accommodation with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, suitable for up to 4 guests and welcoming up to 3 pets, featuring a garden with summerhouse and private parking for one car.

Apple Tree Cottage

Apple Tree Cottage is a cosy detached chalet suitable for couples and pet friendly, located on the Isle of Wight with scenic views over Sandown Bay and access to a quiet beach via cliff top path, offering a peaceful and private retreat experience.

Cooks Castle Farm - The Grain Store

A rural ground-floor property with two bedrooms located on the outskirts of Wroxall village, near Ventnor, set within a scenic natural area favored for cycling and walking, offering a peaceful family-friendly environment with enclosed garden and views.

Grange Farm Holidays - The Coach House

The Coach House is a family-oriented cottage in the village of Wootton on the Isle of Wight set within a rural farm environment surrounded by ancient woodland and countryside, suitable for walkers, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts.

Solent Village 13 - Solent Retreat

This holiday park accommodation is situated on a woodland hillside on the north side of the Isle of Wight with views overlooking the Solent, offering a peaceful countryside setting suitable for families and groups with shared facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool and an on-site bar and restaurant.

Located in Sandown

Sandown is a charming seaside resort town on the Isle of Wight, known for its long sandy beaches, historic military fortifications, thriving arts scene, and accessible public transport including a railway station and local buses.