Self catering cottage in Borthwood, Isle of Wight

Accommodation details

This charming cottage is nestled in the beautiful East Isle of Wight countryside, adjoining National Trust woodland renowned for its carpets of bluebells and abundance of red squirrels. The cottage commands wonderful views towards the coast and Culver Cliffs, as well as of the Ventnor Down. Visitors have the freedom to enjoy over three acres of garden and private woodland.

The sandy beach of Sandown is within a seven-minute drive. Beaulieu Cottage has three pretty bedrooms up the cottage style stairs - one double, one twin and one single room. The latter is reached by passing through the twin bedroom and down a couple of steps. On the ground floor it has an attractive and comfortable sitting room with a Smart TV and DVD player ; a well equipped bathroom with bath, hand shower, basin and WC; a kitchen/breakfast room with fitted units and a hard wood work top, an electric cooker and hob, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator.

A freezer and washing machine are also provided. At each end of the cottage there is a sunny conservatory for relaxing and having meals whilst enjoying the beautiful views. Garden furniture is provided. The cottage has been elegantly furnished with much care in a traditional style. Electric radiators keep the cottage warm, and heating and electricity are free of charge.

The cottage has a wireless broadband internet (WiFi) connection. Beaulieu is one of two adjoining cottages and offers a lovely peaceful location for a holiday. (The adjoining cottage is only used as an occasional retreat by the cottage owner).There is no passing traffic and wild rabbits, red squirrels and woodpeckers are frequent visitors to the garden. Guests can enjoy lovely walks directly from the cottage by following the footpaths and bridleways through the woods to the villages of Alverstone and Newchurch, or towards the coast at Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor.

Cyclists are within a five-minute ride of the cycle path at Alverstone which links with Sandown, Newport and Cowes. Private parking spaces are available close to the cottage for two cars. Access to the cottage is along a gravel lane which is not suitable for low slung vehicles. A public house, food store and public transport are within 15 minutes walk.

Smoking and pets are not permitted.