Guests say
Bakers Retreat is a light and airy cottage appreciated for its quiet location and charming host, Jane. Guests enjoy the proximity to the bay and local amenities, with some mentioning the comfort of the accommodation. The garden setting is also a highlight, contributing to a peaceful stay.
The property is consistently described as clean, with multiple reviews affirming its tidiness. This suggests a high level of cleanliness throughout the accommodation.
The location is praised for being quiet and close to the bay, with easy access to coastal walks and local attractions. The proximity to a road is noted, but it does not seem to detract from the overall quietness.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with a light and airy atmosphere. However, some guests mentioned issues with parking and the warmth at night, suggesting room for improvement in these areas.
Facilities are adequate for most guests, but some noted the lack of a freezer compartment, wine glasses, and basic crockery. The unreliable Wi-Fi/internet and parking issues also affected the score in this category.
While guests have mentioned receiving tomatoes and blackberries from the host, there is not enough information to assess the consistency of such thoughtful gestures across all stays. Therefore, while these acts are appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every guest.
About this property
Ideal for a couple, this property is the perfect tonic for a break away, enjoying nearby fantastic coastal walks, beautiful bays and beaches.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 24" Freeview Smart TV, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Dining area.
Kitchen area: 2-Ring Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Heated Towel Rail, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Grounds (shared with owner). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, less than a 2-minute walk from the picturesque beach at Freshwater Bay, this delightful holiday home is ideal for a couple, whether it be for a full week’s holiday or just a short break. ’Bakers Retreat’ can be found within the beautiful grounds of the owner’s Grade II listed property and is the perfect base for exploring all that the western side of the island has to offer. If you enjoy walking, starting practically from the doorstep, you can pick up the Tennyson Trail and visit the monument upon Tennyson Down, where you can enjoy panoramic views over the English Channel, as well as mile after mile of magnificent coastal paths all the way to the island’s iconic ’Needles’ landmark.
The property is roughly 3 miles from the quaint harbour town of Yarmouth and the fantastic Totland Bay is less than 2 miles, where you will find a bar, restaurant and a café to try the local seafood, experience some of the finest sunsets or enjoy a stroll along to neighbouring Colwell Bay. There are spectacular views across the Solent to mainland England, with clear, calm waters and gently sloping sand and shingle beach.
The island has become a real hot spot for cycling enthusiasts with a choice of challenging off road bridleways, peaceful byways and level purpose-made tracks running along its former railway lines. Take on the full round the island route, which is 66 miles long and is used for the annual Isle of Wight cycle event the ’Randonnee’ held over the May bank holiday. You can also travel along the route at a more leisurely pace and along the way you will find numerous restaurants, pubs and cafés, amongst the quaint villages and towns serving tasty local produce. One of the Isle of Wight’s best kept secrets, Compton Beach is a very short drive away and offers a two mile stretch of contrasting dark and golden sands, with rolling seas, and a stunning backdrop of multi-coloured sandstone cliffs, highly popular with surfers, you will likely see kite surfing and paragliders, in and above the water. It’s also a great place to go fossil hunting, as you can book tours on the beach to see the dinosaur footprints in the sandstone ledge at Hanover Point that are exposed at low tide. Whatever you decide, one thing is for sure, the Isle of Wight has plenty to offer. Beach 5 minutes walk away. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile. Grocer (Orchards) and a cafe (The Piano Bar) both within five minutes walk.
Free WiFi
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Reviews (10)
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Dave and Dawn
Another nice stay at Bakers Retreat, our second visit.This looks a bit odd from the outside, but inside it's light and airy and very comfortable. We had everything we needed for a week's stay. The cooking facilities are limited but we managed to cook some nice meals using what we had. There was sufficient cutlery, plates etc.The parking can be a bit tight, we have an estate car and managed okay. An SUV would be tricky. The main house is occupied by Jane, she's not too good on her feet and needs space to get her car in, and so parking out of the way is essential for her.It was very warm at night sometimes, a lighter duvet would have been appreciated as an alternative to the 10tog.
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Richard Fulford
One excellent feature about this accommodation is the use of the car port, we travelled in a 1980 MG Midget convertible and with the heavy rain we had it was a blessing to know it was safely under cover. Highly recommend the accommodation, so quiet despite being close to a road. Swimming in the bay is a must.
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Ricky Beasley
Lovely stay at bakers retreat, Jane is a dear lady she picked us tomatoes and black berries from her garden , she's a charming host, we will return .