Penda Cottage, Niton, Ventnor
ID: S41733
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73 reviews
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2 pets welcome
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1 Bathroom
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WiFi
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Parking
Guests say
Penda Cottage in Niton, Ventnor, is highly praised for its stunning location, cleanliness, and comfort. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting, dramatic views, and the warm welcome, including a lavish hamper. While there are minor maintenance issues and suggestions for additional lighting, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Cleanliness
The cottage is consistently described as clean, tidy, and spotless, with only a few minor comments about dog hair and cobwebs. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to guests' comfort and enjoyment.
Location
The location is frequently highlighted as outstanding, with spectacular sea views and a peaceful setting. Its proximity to walks, the lighthouse, and local amenities is also appreciated, making it an ideal retreat.
Comfort
Guests find the cottage comfortable, cosy, and well-equipped, though there are suggestions for more lamps for better evening comfort. Despite this, the overall sentiment is that the cottage provides a comfortable stay.
Facilities
The cottage is well-regarded for its facilities, with a well-stocked kitchen and secure area for dogs. However, there are mentions of minor maintenance issues such as lamps without bulbs and a curtain rail problem, which slightly affect the score.
Thoughtfulness
The welcome hamper is frequently mentioned and appreciated, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it is important to note that such gifts, while delightful, are subject to change and not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This is the end cottage to the west on the St Catherine’s Lighthouse site and offers accommodation for five guests. It features entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, double bedroom, twin bedroom and single bedroom.
In association with Trinity House, we are proud to present St Catherine's Lighthouse in Niton, on the Isle of Wight.
St Catherine's Lighthouse is situated just outside the hamlet of Niton, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the popular coastal resort of Ventnor, the southernmost point of the Island.
The site comprises a terrace of three self-catering, former lighthouse keepers' cottages, Landward Cottage, sleeping four guests, Gurnard Cottage, sleeping five guests and Penda Cottage, sleeping five guests.
There is an excellent real ale pub a 10-minute walk up the hill, The Buddle Smugglers Inn.
Additional Information:
Telephone with honesty box.
Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
There is no fog signal at this lighthouse site.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Please Note:
Due to the location of the property television reception is often intermittent or lost.
Very limited mobile signal. A landline telephone is provided.
Given the remote locations of our cottages the Wi-Fi speed and availability cannot be guaranteed at this site The service offered is for light browsing and occasional use, services such as streaming and gaming may not be possible owing to the speeds obtainable.
Guests are reminded they are renting a heritage building, therefore certain features such as steps, stairs and floor levels may not comply with that of a modern building. As such, we would advise guests to acquaint themselves with the premises on arrival and exercise caution accordingly.
Guests should be aware that the lighthouses and equipment need regular and sometimes emergency maintenance. Therefore visits by maintenance staff may occur at any time during the year. However, staff will do their best to ensure guest privacy at all times.
Access roads to the lighthouse site are narrow with limited passing places and, dependent on the season and site, there is the possibility of overhanging vegetation due to cutting restrictions during bird breeding seasons or other environmental reasons.
A barbecue is not provided, however guests are welcome to bring their own, subject to adhering to the safety precautions set out in the arrival information.
Sorry, no fireworks, drones or remote controlled flying equipment are permitted.
Sorry, charging of electric cars is not permitted.
The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
This is the Trustpilot review score of Last Minute Cottages and not the review score of the property.
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