Dog Friendly Lodges Isle of Wight

Offering extensive views across the countryside over the downs to Newport, the island’s capital, this attractive holiday barn has been thoughtfully converted. 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. Centrally located on the Isle of Wight, Fair Isle House is a great base to explore the famous Needles, Alum Bay and Black Gang Chine, which are all within a short drive away. Nearby are the attractions of Robin Hill Adventure Park and Gardens and Arreton Barns, the Isle of Wight’s hub for artisans and craftspeople, as well as Brading Down, a local nature reserve with outstanding natural beauty. 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. Fishing nearby. Beach 7 miles. Shop and restaurant 1 mile. Pub within 1 mile.

Westgate Cottage is a charming 17th-century stone built holiday cottage located in the picturesque village of St Lawrence, at the southernmost tip of the island. This delightful detached home, awarded four stars by Visit Britain, nestles in a peaceful location within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it ideal for those wishing to explore the countryside and many coastal walks. The garden is fully enclosed and houses a table and chairs, recliners, BBQ and table tennis table. There is also the option to rent a hot tub via a local supplier at a favourable rate. Originally the local coach house with stables and accommodation for visitors, there are still remnants of a bygone age, with lashing points for the horses and cobbled pathways. The secure gated walled garden provides an ideal area for children and pets. The village has a local post office and store, and popular unspoilt Steephill Cove, cricket club and splendid Botanical Gardens are all close by. The Victorian seaside resort of Ventnor has an esplanade where freshly caught fish, crab and lobster can be purchased. Other places of interest include Isle of Wight Glass, St. Boniface Down, or further afield The Needles, Carisbrook Castle and Osborne House. For the outdoor enthusiast, golf, scenic walks within miles of stunning coastline, riding, cycling, hang-gliding and sailing can all be found nearby. Shop 0.5 miles, pub and restaurant 1.5 miles.

This charming and spacious adjoining holiday cottage lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the western side of the island, renowned for spectacular walks including West High Down and The Tennyson Trail. The Heritage coastline is popular for walking and beaches. There are games, pool table and dart board in the summerhouse, great for keeping the children entertained on wet days. Shops ¾ mile, pub 1mile.

This Shepherd’s Hut with stunning views, hot tub and private use of the indoor pool has direct access to Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty South Coast paths, pubs and shops. The living area has stable doors from which to enjoy the uninterrupted valley views, and the dining furniture can be used inside or out. The bedroom area with a wardrobe and storage, has a double bed made up of quality linens, that can be stored vertically for extra space. The garden is enclosed and partly sheltered and has a fire pit and undercover area with fairy lights, a worktop, sink, BBQ (including starter coals) and loungers to soak up the great views. This is an area with low light pollution and the Protected Sky Status for star gazing! Visitors have direct access to 2-acre dog walking paddocks and further Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Isle of Wight paths. There is a shared indoor heated swimming pool and private use can be arranged with the owner prior to arrival.

You are welcome to join the owners for a walk or cycle to the nearby St Catherine’s Oratory or ‘Pepperpot’, as it is known locally, or into the close by villages of Whitell and Niton, with many options to venture further afield.

Outdoor pursuits are well catered for including horse riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, watersports and golf. There are numerous attractions to discover for all ages. Pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens, Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK, the famous Needles, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes. There is plenty to discover and keep you entertained. There are local takeaway options if you fancy dining al fresco and making the most of the wide valley sunset glow The owner has thoughtfully provided bathrobes for your comfort. Beach 2 miles. Shop, award-winning pubs and restaurant ¾ mile.

The Shepherd’s Hut can be booked together with the Stables (ref UK11245) or Farm Cottage (ref UK11246) to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Providing spacious and well-furnished holiday accommodation for larger families or groups of friends, Rosedene really is a home away from home. This detached property, built in 2018, has four bedrooms and a family bathroom, which features a wonderful freestanding bath, on the ground floor. One of the doubles offers its own en-suite shower room and toilet, providing facilities all on the same level for less mobile guests. One of the twin rooms is also equipped with a PlayStation 4 games console for younger guests to enjoy.

On the upper level is the pièce de résistance, a strikingly spacious master bedroom which is flooded with natural light from the glass wall that extends right across the width of the room. Again, it is accompanied by its own en-suite shower room.

The garden features a patio area, ideal for sitting out, relaxing on the garden furniture and soaking up the great weather the Isle of Wight provides. The garden is ideal for the children to play out and stay entertained. Off road parking is provided for up to five cars, and the garage within the grounds can also be used to store bicycles.

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. Cycle to the famous Needles landmark at Alum Bay, with its coloured sand cliffs and chairlift to the beach, or take on the full round the island route which is 66 miles long, and is used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnee. Travel along the route at a more leisurely pace, and along the way you will find numerous restaurants, pubs and cafés serving tasty local produce amongst the quaint villages and towns.

Colwell Bay has a reputation as being one of the cleanest beaches on the Isle of Wight and is also one of the most popular too. If you are keen to try water sports during your stay, this is the place to get started. The pretty promenade stretches all the way along to neighbouring Totland Bay, and it makes the perfect place for a stroll as the sun begins to fade in the distance. One of the biggest draws of Colwell Bay is its beachside café/restaurant, which welcomes visitors into the shade where they can enjoy hot food and drink with a view of the sea.

Outdoor pursuits on the island are well catered for and include horse riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, water sports and golf. There are numerous attractions to discover for all ages. Visit Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens, Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes. Whatever you decide, the Isle of Wight has plenty to offer. Beach 150 yards. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 170 yards.

Fort Spinney Holiday Bungalows comprise two or three bedrooms and are ideally situated close to the beach. They have enclosed rear gardens with outdoor furniture, where you can enjoy an evening sunset drink or Al Fresco dining. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for leisure, or for those ‘working from home’, and a flat-screen Smart TV with access to multiple Freeview channels is provided. All of this, along with the sea and beach on your doorstep, as the site is less than 100 yards away.

Fort Spinney on the beautiful Isle of Wight, is an excellent choice to book your next holiday or short break, nestled just off England’s south coast. The Island is surprisingly easy to reach and only a couple of hours from London, with regular ferries running from Southampton, Portsmouth, and Lymington. You could leave the car behind should you wish, and travel here by rail and high-speed catamaran across the Solent, by booking a combined ticket from any Mainland train station to nearby Sandown.

Yaverland Beach is practically on your doorstep, and voted one of the Island’s best beaches, providing a long stretch of sand and great swimming waters for children and families. Along this stretch you can see the red sandstone through to the white chalk of Culver Cliff, and it is around here that fossil remains can be found; be sure to book a guided fossil walk at the nearby Dinosaur Isle attraction,
It’s an easy short flat stroll from Fort Spinney, past the Zoo, famous for its big cats, into Sandown, a truly traditional British beach resort with a pier, amusements, as well as Sandham Garden’s play area, with go-karting sky nets and crazy golf.

The town is brimming with attractions to entertain visitors, most of them right on the beachfront itself, so you never have to stray too far from the golden sands. Should you enjoy a coastal walk, you can walk the length of Sandown Bay from Yaverland along the seaside revetment all the way to the popular neighboring town of Shanklin. If you are keen on an active holiday, the bay is hugely popular with water sports, and you’ll certainly see people paddle boarding, surfing, catamaran and dingy sailing, windsurfing, and kite surfing, depending on the weather. Outdoor pursuits on the island really are well-catered for and include horse riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, and golf. There are numerous attractions to discover for all ages on this beautiful sunny island. The Needles landmark attraction is a must-see, with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse, and coloured sands of Alum Bay. Why not pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and Gardens, or perhaps Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK? Whatever you decide, one thing is for sure, Fort Spinney and the Island have plenty to offer to make your holiday a memorable one.

Beach 110 yards. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile."

Toad Hall is a deceptively spacious yachtsman’s cottage inside the picturesque Island Harbour Marina. This comfortably furnished and well-equipped family holiday home is very easy to reach, being only 3 miles from either the East Cowes or Fishbourne ferry terminals. Right on the marina is The Breeze bar and restaurant which is only 5 minutes’ walk from the house. Not only does The Breeze pride itself on its home cooked meals, it also has a large children’s play area. Also inside the marina, the shop at Richardson’s Boat Yard sells basic groceries and sweets as well as hot and cold drinks.

Toad Hall is arranged over 3 floors. Downstairs the comfortable sitting room has a gas burning stove, TV, a selection of games, toys, books and DVDs. On the ground floor there is a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with both bath and electric shower. On the same floor the kitchen/diner is equipped with a gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher and microwave. The utility room has a washing machine and a freezer. On the first floor there is a further double bedroom with its own bathroom with bath and electric shower. A z-bed for an additional child is available. Outside, to the back of the property there is a small enclosed garden with table and chairs, an ideal spot for a drink or eating outdoors. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, towels, bed linen and Wi-Fi are all included. There is a large car park 1-minute from the house which all residents use after loading and unloading at the house. The nearby pond and marina are unfenced. Toad Hall is a non-smoking house. Well behaved dogs are very welcome.

Island Harbour is an ideal location for exploring the Island. The renowned Folly Inn is about a mile’s walk up the river and Queen Victoria’s church at Whippingham is slightly beyond that. A path running along the river in the other direction is ideal for both cyclists and walkers going to Newport for its choice of shops, pubs and restaurants. Other places on the island such as Osborne House and Carisbrooke Castle are easily accessible by car.

Fresh for the Summer Season of 2021 The Grain Store (UK34014) and The Hayloft (UK34015) are two new properties available at Cooks Castle Farm, an equestrian centre and stables, so there are plenty of lovely horses to see during your holiday. These Grade II listed buildings now offer two bedroom properties side by side, able to comfortably accommodate up to four guests each. They are situated on the outskirts of the quiet village of Wroxall approximately 3 miles north of the seaside town of Ventnor. The area is a firm favourite with cyclists, walkers and ramblers due to its close proximity to the southern tip of the island, an Area of Natural Beauty, with an ever-changing coastal landscape boasting breathtaking panoramic views and a wealth of wildlife. Accessed via a rough track, the location offers easy access to many miles of foot and bridle paths over the lovely countryside that surrounds the village.
On the ground floor you’ll find an open plan living room dining and kitchen space where you can cook up those home-cooked recipes and then gather the family for an evening in front of the Smart TV or exit out of the French doors into the enclosed rear garden which stretches across the back of the property. The master bedroom has a king size bed and floor to ceiling window taking full advantage of the rural view to the front aspect, the second bedroom is a twin room with two single 3ft beds.
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. You can cycle to the famous Needles landmark or take on the full round the island route, which is 66 miles long and is used for the annual Isle of Wight 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.
The popular seaside resort of Ventnor is just a short drive away offering a number of lovely seaside tea shops, pubs and restaurants dotted along the Esplanade. There are also some quirky and bespoke shops, a 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. Just down the road from the properties is the popular Isle of Wight donkey sanctuary, which is open all year round, weather permitting. Further afield, local points of interest include St Catherine’s Lighthouse, where you can explore the area where Marconi made some of his early experiments in radio, St Catherines Oratory, a medieval lighthouse on top of St Catherine’s Down, and Castle Cove (also known as Castlehaven or Reeth Bay), where there is a little open-air beach café (seasonal opening).
Outdoor pursuits on the island are well catered for and include horse riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, water sports and golf. There are numerous attractions to discover for all ages. Pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and Gardens, Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK, the famous Needles, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes. There is plenty to discover and keep you entertained.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 15 guests.

Woodpecker’s Rest is a spacious, detached bungalow which is able to comfortably accommodate up to six guests. It is situated within the charming rural village of Whitwell, towards the southern side of the Isle of Wight, approximately 3 miles north west of the seaside town of Ventnor. The area is a firm favourite with cyclists, walkers and ramblers due to its close proximity to the southern most tip of the island, with an ever-changing coastal landscape boasting breathtaking panoramic views and a wealth of wildlife.
The open plan living and dining space means you can cook up those home-cooked recipes and then gather the family for an evening in front of the 50" Smart TV. There is plenty of seating with a table and six chairs, a four-seater sofa and a two-seater sofa. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed, the second bedroom has a standard double bed and the third bedroom is perfect for children, with a set of bunk beds.
Within the village you will find the oldest pub on the island, dating back from the 15th century. If you enjoy a bit of fishing then you should most certainly take advantage of the local fishing lakes; three lakes covering 1½ acres where the waters are well stocked with carp, roach and tench.
The popular seaside resort of Ventnor is just a short drive away offering a number of lovely seaside tea shops, pubs and restaurants dotted along the Esplanade. There are also some quirky and bespoke shops, a 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.
Further afield local points of interest include St Catherine’s Lighthouse, where you can explore the area where Marconi made some of his early experiments in radio, St Catherines Oratory, a medieval lighthouse on top of St Catherine’s Down, and Castle Cove (also known as Castlehaven or Reeth Bay), where there is a little open-air beach café (seasonal opening).
The pretty neighbouring villages of Niton and Godshill are only a short drive away. At Niton there is a range of amenities, including good places to eat and drink. In Godshill, the winding main street is lined with a number of pretty thatched cottages, fantastic village pubs and tea rooms serving the best local ales and delicious cream scones and jam.
Outdoor pursuits on the island are well catered for and include horse riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, water sports and golf. There are numerous attractions to discover for all ages. Pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and Gardens, Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK, the famous Needles, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes. There is plenty to discover and keep you entertained.

Serena is a spacious, detached property with off-road parking for up to four vehicles at the front and a large enclosed rear garden. It is offers two living rooms, one on each floor, one bathroom, two shower rooms and three good-sized bedrooms all with laminate flooring throughout, being able to accommodate up to seven guests in total, as well as up to four dogs. The property is super dog-friendly - there is even a hose and ground floor shower room at Serena, so you can clean off yourselves and your furry friends upon your return.
This well-equipped holiday home has fantastic views over the Solent, and is a surprisingly spacious base. Located in the popular seaside town of Ryde with its host of shops, bars, restaurants and cafés, it lies just a short stroll from the marvellous park and beach at Appley. The stretches of sand at Ryde offer fantastic views across the Solent to Portsmouth, with the landmark Spinnaker Tower forming an impressive backdrop to a busy shipping channel, which carries an interesting array of freight, passenger and military ships, a great place to take your four-legged friends for their walks. Along the promenade, you will find tennis courts, ten pin bowling, a fun fair, a canoe lake and a swimming pool, providing plenty to do within the local area. You can also enjoy the scenic coastal walks, go crabbing, sailing, fishing, horse riding, golf or even go-karting, all of which are easily accessible from the property. There are numerous attractions across the island to discover for all ages, including The Needles, with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay. Visit Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens, Blackgang Chine, the oldest themed attraction in the UK, Ventnor Botanic Garden, Tapnell Farm Park, Carisbrooke Castle or the sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes. Whatever you decide, one thing’s for sure, the Isle of Wight has plenty to offer for all ages. Beach ½ mile. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile and restaurant ½ mile.