Dog Friendly Lodges Isle of Wight

These single-storey terraced properties and delightful Grade II listed thatched cottage are located in the scenic village of Wellow, less than 3 miles from the quaint harbour town of Yarmouth and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the western side of the Isle of Wight. Rossiter’s Cottage (ref PTTS) dates back in parts to the 1750s, and lies adjacent to the friendly owner’s home. It offers a spacious twin bedroom on the ground floor with a downstairs toilet on the same level for a comfortable stay for guests with restricted mobility. A warm welcome awaits you at this super property which has many personal, thoughtful touches throughout and which has a large lawned enclosed garden. A new development for 2018, each of the other four properties at Rossiter’s Vineyard Barn (refs UKC3208, UKC3209, UKC3210 and UKC3211) take their name from grape varieties once grown in the vineyard here. They have a spacious open plan living area with beautiful wood floors, feature beams and walls against a crisp white painted background. Externally each has a decked courtyard apart from Madeline Angevine, which has a small patio with a hot tub for relaxing in.
There is a part-time post office service within the grounds and nearby is the Alpaca Farm. The sailing town of Yarmouth is just a 5-minute drive or a 15-minute cycle ride, the sailing town of Cowes is just a 20-minute drive. There is a designated cycle route close by, and many scenic walking routes too, including the Dinosaur Trail, Tennyson Trail and Treasure Trail. There is a choice of challenging off-road bridleways, peaceful byways and level, purpose-made tracks running along former railway lines. You can even take on the full 66-mile ‘Round the Island Route’, as used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnee.
Close by Colwell Bay offers spectacular views across the Solent to mainland England, with clear, calm waters and gently sloping sand and shingle, an ideal beach for swimming. Or follow the coastline and enjoy a stroll along to Totland Bay, where you can find a bar, restaurant and a café to try the exquisite seafood and experience some of the finest sunsets. For surfers and kite surfing enthusiasts, Compton Bay a short drive away with a 2-mile stretch of contrasting sands, with rolling seas, and a stunning backdrop of multi-coloured sandstone cliffs. It’s also a great place to go fossil hunting at low tide. The Needles is a short distance away to the west, with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay. Why not visit Queen Victoria’s holiday residence, Osborne House, or Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK? Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle, a donkey sanctuary, garlic farm and chilli farm are other attractions and activities include water sports, golf and riding. Beach 3 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 26 guests.

Located just a short distance from the fantastic beaches at Yaverland, Sandown, Shanklin, Bembridge and St Helens, this delightful holiday home is great for couples, whether they are looking for a full week’s holiday or a short break. The detached apartment consists of a spacious open plan living room, kitchen and dining area. There are two bedrooms, a spacious double bedroom and a bunk bedroom with single bed. There is a family shower room with shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail. Greenwood Cottage is pet friendly (although there are no enclosed garden areas), and is the perfect base from which to explore all that the eastern side of the Isle of Wight has to offer. The cottage is situated within the 11-acre grounds of Greenwood Farm, which are available for guests to enjoy as they wish. There are stables and paddocks available for use (arranged direct with the owner) and a public footpath runs along the farm that connects to Brading High Down and beyond. Peace and quiet flora and fauna abounds. Attractions nearby within easy walking distance include Brading Roman Villa, one of the finest Roman sites in the UK. Its visitor centre and museum offers unique insights into Roman life in Britain, with exhibits ranging from beautifully preserved mosaic floors to an extensive collection of Roman archaeology.
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 former railway lines. You can cycle across the width of the island to the famous Needles landmark or try the full round the island route, which is 66 miles long and is used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnee held over the bank holiday in May. You can also travel along the route at a more leisurely pace, stopping off along the way at one of the many restaurants, pubs and cafés that can be found in the quaint villages and towns.
Other outdoor pursuits on the island include horse riding, fishing, paragliding, golf and water sports. There are numerous attractions across the island to discover for all ages, such as The Needles (with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay), Blackgang Chine, Dinosaur Isle, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park and Carisbrooke Castle - or why not pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens? The sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes also make for a great day out. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Fastnet offers an open plan living space all on the ground floor, finished to an excellent standard. Built in 2021, this property features matching quality contemporary flooring and LED mood lighting, together with glass doors and windows with stylish Italian internal blinds. The living area has a multi-coloured LED fire and the dining room has a dimmable chandelier and seating for 6 people, whilst the kitchen boasts solid stone work surfaces and sink, as well as atmospheric lighting. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and the other two bedrooms have direct access to the separate spacious shower room, which has a walk-in rain shower. Bi-fold doors lead you out onto the full-length balcony where you can enjoy glorious sunrises and sunsets and beautiful countryside views. The property has wrap-around gardens including garden furniture and private parking for 2-3 cars. Fastnet’s ample gardens will give your family or group plenty of space to enjoy the outdoor life. The property is conveniently located and central to attractions, set back from the road leading to Newport and the village of Arreton, and the seaside resort of Ryde is about a 10-minute drive. Enjoy scenic walks locally, and other outdoor pursuits include birdwatching, cycling, horse riding, golf and water sports.
There is access to Newport and Arreton via bridle paths and the rest of the Isle of Wight should you wish to walk or cycle it, while buses into Newport and Ryde (the two main bus stations) are about 5 minutes away to take you anywhere you want to go on the Island. Discover many attractions nearby including Arreton Barns, The Garlic Farm and Robin Hill Adventure Park. Also within easy driving distance are Osborne House, Carisbrooke Castle, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, museums, vineyards and wildlife centres. Fishing nearby. Beach 7 miles. Shop and restaurant 1 mile. Pub within 1¼ mile.

An attached coach house conversion in the village of Wroxall in the Isle of Wight. On Appuldurcombe Estate. Pet-friendly. Surrounding woodland.

This delightful stone cottage is based in Totland Bay, on the Isle of Wight. Open-plan living. Woodburner. Country views. Freshwater 1 mile; Yarmouth 3 miles.

Lovely, detached whitewashed cottage situated in the Isle of Wight village of Totland. Coastal views. Off-road parking. Shop and pub 10 mins walk.

Fabulous wooden-clad barn conversion four miles from Ryde on the Isle of Wight. Dog-friendly. Exposed wooden beams. Countryside views.

A warming, traditional barn conversion located near the village of Wootton Bridge on the Isle of Wight. En-suite. Wootton Bridge 2.5 miles. Grand piano.

A striking chocolate box cottage tucked away in the village of Chale, on the Isle of Wight. Original features. Close to the coast. Off-road parking. Brighstone 5.6 miles; Shanklin 8.5 miles; Bembridge 14.4 miles.

A charming three-storey terraced cottage nestled at the heart of Brading town on the Isle of Wight. Open-plan living. Designated parking space. Close to the coast. Shanklin 3.5 miles; Bembridge 3.6 miles; Ryde 4.6 miles.