School Holidays 2017 Cottages In Ryde

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Kevin - Verified booking

  As a family of 8 we were let down on another property we had booked elsewhere 4 days before our arrival so i was chuffed to bits to get this house, and what a blessing in disguise.

  Our ages ranged from 28 to 89 and we had a fantastic time at Byewater. Sitting on the enormous decking looking out on the estuary watching the dog play and one of our party paddle boarding in the sunshine was the highlight. The front room is amazing with large bifold doors that open up to look out to the decking and back garden and has plenty of sofas and recliner chairs. Some parts of the house are a little tired and could do with freshening up. The beds are very comfortable and clean. A proper information book with things like rubbish procedures and if we were able to use the out buildings would have been nice, but i don't think the house has been rented out for long. This did not stop us from enjoying what could be an amazing holiday home though, and we all said we'd definitely stay there again. Also it's literally 4 mins drive from Fishbourne ferry terminal.

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• Jen - Verified booking

  We had a fabulous week at Byewater.

  The location is stunning. Our group was 7 adults & 2 dogs - and we had plenty of space without feeling cramped. The house is well set out, with the bedrooms being separate from the kitchen & dining / living area. Plenty of parking space (though the drive down is steep!). The back of the house opens onto a large deck overlooking the creek. It is just fantastic. Red squirrels were daily visitors on the deck - easily persuaded to stop & eat the peanuts that Chris had left. Communication with Chris was great. We left a couple of mentions in the maintenance book - such a good idea to be able to note down any small issues as they arise. It was our first family holiday all together & we couldn't have stayed anywhere more wonderful. Thank you to Chris & his team. We would love to return.

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• Donna - Verified booking

  We had an amazing time at Byewater last week (25/09/23 to 29/09/23).

  The location and description of the property was exactly as we were expecting from the description on Sykes website. However, I have to say, this property was exceptional !! It far exceeded our expectations. Amazing location, fantastically clean and well-proportioned/layout of the property overall. Beautiful freshly laundered towels, bedding and all the little extras that were included in the kitchen....the little things that you forget to bring.....washing up liquid, oil, salt & pepper, tea bags/coffee, tea towel to name but a few....and the nuts for the squirrels that make an appearance daily !! Chris, the owner, is super friendly and always on hand and so keen to make our stay as lovely as possible. We will be back and I can't wait.

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• Amanda - Verified booking

  This was a wonderful place to stay, spacious but lovely and warm and we also took some logs so could make use of the wood burning stove.

  The property is in a fabulous location and the kitchen was very well equipped with plenty of crocks and dishwasher. The bed in the main double was extremely comfortable, great nights sleep (we didn't use any of the others so can't comment). The driveway looked steep when we first arrived but we soon got used to it - and the shopping delivery van didn't have any problem (but you might want to warn them). Chris (the owner) popped by to welcome us and check we had found the thermostat okay (it snowed while we were there - very unexpected). We really enjoyed our stay and would love to stay again.

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• B - Verified booking

  Byewater was the perfect place for us.

  Probably one of the most peaceful places we have ever been yet so close to all the amenities and easy access all over the island. As the place is a 5 minute walk from the ferry and the bus stop is not far away the car was not needed all the time. My grandson adores squirrels and they made an appearance every day. Any questions we had were quickly answered/dealt with by Chris despite the fact that he was in the States, so thanks go to his, very efficient, back up team as well! We didn't want to leave and think it will be difficult to find anywhere else that we'd rather stay.

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