Cottage a Freshwater Bay

“I had such a lovely and relaxing stay in this charming cottage. It has a wonderful old-fashioned character and history while still having everything you need for a comfortable stay. Everything was clean and convenient, and I felt at home straight away. It was lovely to sit in the garden with my tea in the morning and a drink in the evening watching the bees and butterflies around the flowers. The location is quiet and peaceful, and only a few minutes’ walk along the esplanade to the bars,...

“Position is amazing. Huge skies and wild coast. We couldn't get a couple of the showers to work effectively”

“The cottage was clean and comfortable with everything we needed for a short break in the New Forest. The Colin Nash restaurant was a short walk away with delicious food and staff were very welcoming. We also had a lovely meal at The Rising Sun, a short drive away. There was storage for our bikes. The garden was fully enclosed and our dog was more than happy exploring. The only niggle was the noise of the fridge - an annoying beeping sound, you could hear sitting in the lounge.”

“Property was very clean and had everything that we needed. It did have two bedrooms which would be OK if you had two adults and two small kids. Not enough room for 4 adults, but it was perfect for my husband and myself. Staff were very friendly and helpful, especially the lady working in reception who was wonderful and very understanding when we accidentally booked the wrong date for checking out. The location was great in Seaview, walking distance to the sea with some lovely eating places...

“Thanks so much, Cath and Pete for a lovely stay! The house is beautiful, spotless and you are very thoughtful to provide us with everything we needed. Couldn't ask for a more relaxing, nice and romantic holiday.”

“We had a wonderful stay at 1 Apse Castle Cottage — a beautiful, character-filled retreat nestled in peaceful woodland. The cottage is spotless, thoughtfully decorated, and full of charm, with a cozy log burner, luxurious bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchen. Beds were super comfy, and everything felt welcoming and homely. The location is ideal for exploring Shanklin and the wider Isle of Wight. We especially appreciated how dog-friendly it was — our pup loved it! Truly a magical place. We’d...