About this property
Nestled in a tranquil part of Gurnard, a mile and a half from the amenities of Cowes on the Isle of Wight, lies this luxury, detached villa, Aquanaut. Boasting three floors of contemporary living, this stunning holiday home has been superbly presented throughout, ideal for those seeking the ultimate luxury stay. The quality of this home is immediately noticed through the oak flooring with underfloor heating, providing a warm welcome on your return each evening. Wander a few steps down to the open-plan living space, the heart and soul of the home where guests can relax, unwind and enjoy their stay together. The contemporary kitchen has had no expense spared, fitted with John Lewis appliances including two ovens, a 5-ring hob, fridge/freezer, orange juicer and a Nespresso machine, while the utility room comes with a washing machine and tumble dryer, handy for when your adventures take off on a muddier course. Allow the chef of the group to rustle up a delicious feast while the others prepare the dining table with crockery and cutlery, popping open a bottle of wine in celebration. Open-plan living is emphasised through the sliding patio doors, allowing seamless outdoor-indoor living, ideal in the summer months. Sure to inspire some home-cooking, discover the Kamado Joe Barbecue & Grill in the garden, while the fire pit which provides a relaxing hangout for entertaining outdoors and late on into the evening. Grab a glass of prosecco and unwind within the swim spa/ hot tub, taking a moment to truly relax as you toast to a long-awaited getaway. There is also an outdoor shower which is handy on your return from the beach. At the end of the day, four lavish bedrooms flaunt the finest of linens, pocket sprung mattresses and textured headboards to rest on. The ground-floor plays host to two king-size bedrooms, both with sleek tiled en-suite shower rooms, while there is also a double and a cloakroom for convenience. Head upstairs to find the final bedroom, this one offering twin beds and serviced by a gleaming family bathroom, complete with bath and double walk-in shower enclosure. Offering an alternate place of relaxation, there is also a first floor lounge and balcony where distant sea views can be admired. When you’re ready to tear yourself away from this first-class home, venture to Gurnard Beach, a pebble and shingle beach where you can enjoy great views across the Solent, and some of the best sunsets you are likely to find! At the eastern end of the seafront is a popular café and restaurant, where you can sample a fine meal whilst watching sailing and watersports, or simply grab an ice cream and continue on your coastal strolls. The nearby seaport town of Cowes is home to several marinas and harbours and as is the whole of the Isle of Wight, and a walk visiting each of these boat parking spots makes a pleasant outing. Brush up on local history by visiting The Sir Max Aitken Museum, housed in an 18th century sailmaker’s loft, or enjoy a day out to Osbourne House, an Italian-inspired mansion, which is used as a family home by Queen Victorian and Prince Albert. With the whole of the Isle of Wight easily accessible, from the delightful towns and villages to the beautiful Hamstead Heritage Coast, Aquanaut is a fantastic holiday home for making life-long memories.
The small resort of Gurnard lies to the west of Cowes on the Isle of Wight. The village is home to a sand and single beach, which offers visitors lovely views across the Solent as well as stunning sunsets. There is also plenty of amenities and activities to enjoy, including many restaurants, pubs and cafés, with some resting on the seafront. The popular Gurnard Sailing Club is also nearby, making sailing and watersports extremely popular pastimes here.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 2 x ground-floor king-size with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with TV, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.Swim Spa.
Lower-ground floor open-plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Utility.
First-floor sitting room with balcony
Heating with underfloor heating and woodburning stove.
Gas range cooker and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
EV Charging Point.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and high chair on request.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Enclosed garden patio with swim spa/hot tub, furniture, fire pit, shower and barbecue.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.4 miles.
Note; There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £450 for this property.
Heated swim spa/hot tub with jets allowing for swimming and other exercises, with seating area for 6.
Swim Spas are the ultimate combination of home luxury and home fitness
Nearby points of interest
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Reviews (8)
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Jennifer
It was advertised as having a hot tub but this was not so.The swim spa was dirty round the sides had to clean it before getting in and there was sand on the bottom.Disappointed there was no welcome basket for paying £5,400 felt this was not worth that.
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Simon
We are humble and we all had a very good time despite storm Noaâ¦.
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Jason
Itâs obviously spacious and well designed. However, the initial impression didnât last long. Our excitement at arriving was massively tempered when we saw there were dead plants in plant pots in several of the bathrooms and the garden the planters were all dead. Plus the garden area was really dirty - there were cobwebs and plant waste around the garden and the patio had stains across it as well as there being food waste left on the grass. Obviously we are aware there was a drought in place but leaving entire planters with dead and dusty planters added to the unloved and shabby look of the garden area. And then there was no welcome pack at all. Not even a packet of biscuits or pint of milk. The kitchen is impressive looking, however there werenât enough plates, cups and crockery settings for all of us, given that with a dishwasher you should have a minimum of 2 per person. Because whole drawers were given over to the owners spices and sauces and etc it felt very much as if we were in an Airbnb rather than a dedicated holiday home. All the things above made the place feel much less special and to be honest we were all pretty disappointed. However the biggest issue was the âfourth bedroomâ. This was not actually a bedroom. It was an office with a pull out double bed which was like sleeping on a rock. The room was not furnished to be a bedroom - there was no bedroom chair, no dressing table or mirror and nowhere to put a suitcase. You couldnât even pull the blinds down without standing on the rock hard bed. My daughter had to sleep there and even sleeping with three duvets under her we had to go and buy a mattress topper to make it a comfortable room. This is not a proper bedroom and she slept badly all week. My mother in law, who had paid for this trip as an 80th birthday treat to her family, was bitterly disappointed and felt like weâd been let down. To add insult to injury on the last three days the neighbour was having work done and the fence/gate was taken down so that our dog had to be guarded when in the garden and the noise and dust from power tools meant it was impossible to sit in the garden during the day. We loved the location and the size of the house but we did come away feeling very ripped off. When we communicated with your company initially about this booking, we were told that the owner sets the price, but I do feel that your job as agents is to mediate and to check that the house is good value. For around £600 a night for a three bed with âadd onâ bedroom, I can tell you that this is not good value. For that rate we expected it to be slick and luxurious rather than a basic level. The fundamental principle of a goodâs night sleep should be met as a minimum. When you are stretching yourself to afford something this special it is so disappointing to walk into a home that felt like it had been uninhabited and unloved for months. To then be unable to guarantee a proper bedroom for one of the party was really unacceptable.