Guests say
Seaport Cottage in Ventnor receives glowing feedback for its stunning sea views, welcoming atmosphere, and excellent location close to both the beach and town amenities. Guests consistently praise the cottage’s cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and charming garden with a summer house. The property is described as homely and comfortable, with tasteful décor and thoughtful touches. While most found the cottage very comfortable, a few noted the sofa could be improved and that the steps may not suit those with mobility issues. Overall, guests felt at home and would happily return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests praise the cottage’s proximity to Ventnor’s shops, cafes, and the beach, as well as its beautiful sea views and easy access to local attractions.
The cottage is described as homely and comfortable, though one guest mentioned the sofa could be upgraded and another noted the steps may be challenging for some.
The property is repeatedly described as well-equipped, with a well-stocked kitchen, lovely garden, summer house, and useful amenities. Only minor suggestions for improvement were mentioned.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as tea bags, dishwasher tablets, and a helpful welcome book. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Stunning sea views, this spacious cottage dates back to the Victorian era when Ventnor became a hotspot on the Islands coastline.. 5 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Amazon Firestick, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Back garden with patio, garden furniture and summerhouse. Public car park, free of charge. No smoking. Please note: 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times. There are 38 steps in the garden and the patio surfaces are slightly uneven. No children under 10 years old.. Seaport Cottage can comfortably accommodate up to four guests across two bedrooms and is dog friendly too, ideal for two couples or a family without small children. Located close to the seafront between Ventnor and Bonchurch, it’s situated on the southern side of the Isle of Wight, right in the heart of the famous Undercliff, much of which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The cottage has an interesting multi-tiered garden to its side and rear with steep stairs that climbs upwards into the hill behind it, at the top tier of the garden there is a summerhouse where you can choose to sit within or perch yourself outside on the patio, and enjoy the fabulous panoramic views over the English Channel. Internally the accommodation comprises of a ground floor cloakroom, kitchen, open plan dining/living area whilst upstairs there is the family bathroom, a double room and a twin room with zip and link beds that can be pushed together to create a super king on request.
The location and cottage offer truly great views out to sea and it is a short walk down to Wheelers Bay, the fisherman’s cottages and Ventnor’s popular sandy beach. Ventnor town and esplanade is just over half a mile walk away from Seaport Cottage. Here you will find a number of lovely seaside tea shops, pubs and restaurants dotted along the seafront, including the well-known Spyglass Inn. There are also some quirky and bespoke shops, an award winning park and a children’s paddling pool. The town, which for the most part is built on the steep hill leading to the beach retains its original seaside charm and makes a great day out for all the family. Sheltered from the north by St. Boniface Downs, Ventnor benefits from its own micro-climate, providing an ideal haven for a variety of flora and fauna.
The neighbouring village of Bonchurch lies just to the east of Ventnor and is renowned for its literary connections; writers and poets such as Dickens, Stackpole and Swinburn all resided here at some point in time. Outdoor pursuits on the island are well catered for and include horse riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, water sports and golf. There are numerous attractions for all ages across the island including The Needles with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay. You can also visit Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens, as well as Blackgang Chine, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes. Beach 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
No children under 10 years old.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Garden is not fully enclosed and patio surfaces are slightly uneven.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage well-maintained and a good location for exploring the island. Ian our host very helpful providing useful information prior to our visit excellent weeks holiday.
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David
Have been on holibay at Seaport now for 5 years. Cannot fault it for any reason. EXCELLENT!!
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Sue E
Lovely cottage. Made to feel very welcome. Amazing sea views. Well equipped