Dog Friendly Isle of Wight Cottages

Located less than 10 minutes away from the picturesque coastline, this delightful, detached barn is great for couples - whether it be for a full week’s holiday or a short break. Badgers Sett Brook is also dog friendly, making it the perfect base to explore all that the south-western side of the Isle of Wight has to offer with your four-legged friend.
Brook Bay can be found moments away on the unspoiled south west coast of the island. The beach is made up of golden sands, and is great for many activities, from cricket on the beach, to kite and wind-surfing for the more adventurous. One of the beach’s more unique features is the fossilised forest of huge trees which appears from beneath the waves at Hanover Point at low tide, it’s definitely worthwhile booking a tour on the beach to see the dinosaur footprints in the sandstone ledge.
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 or take on the full round the island route, which is 66 miles long and is used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnee. 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. Beach ½ mile. Shop and restaurant 2½ miles, pub ¾ mile.

The lodge boasts everything you should need for a quiet getaway. Shanklin, twenty minutes’ walk away or three by train offers many bars, restaurants, the theatre, old village, and world famous Shanklin Chine. Another twenty-minute walk or three minutes by train will bring you to Sandown with its superb sandy beach and pier. Heading towards Sandown, a very short walk will bring you to the path that will lead you down to the glorious beach that offers many cafes. If you want to hire a paddleboard, kayak, or windsurfer then WightWater is the place to visit.
Shanklin seafront makes for a great place to visit. The dinosaur themed crazy golf course is always a popular place to spend a couple of hours. For walkers and cyclists, the lodge is conveniently situated for the footpaths and cycle routes. For E-bikes, outside the lodge you will find outdoor charging sockets. Nearby Lake shops offer several take-away outlets including traditional fish and chips as well as an Indian restaurant. Various other small shops can be found. Here you will also be able to use the bus services to explore the rest of the Island. A Welcome pack consisting of fresh milk, tea and coffee, biscuits, fruit, spa style slippers.

An immaculate, detached cottage near the beach on the Isle of Wight, between St Lawrence and Ventnor. Underfloor heating on ground floor. Picturesque panoramic coastal views of the English Channel. Beach 5 mins walk. Ventnor 1.5 miles.

A delightful Yarmouth, ground floor, self-catering apartment on the beach. Ten mins from Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight. Use of private slipway. Ideal for couples.

Stone-built cottage situated in the village of Wroxall on the Isle of Wight. On grounds of Appuldurcombe House. 300 acres of land. WiFi. Ventnor 1.5 miles.

Cosy retreat on the grounds of Appuldurcombe House near to the village of Wroxall on the Isle of Wight. Woodburning stove. 300 acres of woodland. Pet-friendly. Wroxall 0.7 miles.

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.

There are plenty of amenities close by, such as restaurants, coffee shops and a supermarket. If you love the outdoors, the island is perfect for you! The gorgeous coastline and warm climate mean you are spoilt for choice. Walking, cycling, and horse-riding are readily available. Miles and miles of footpaths and walking routes to be discovered. Within 3 miles of Polly’s Place, you will find Compton beach, one of the island’s best kept secrets. Two miles of beautiful, golden, and dark sands. And if you are lucky, you may even find a fossil! A short drive takes you to Yarmouth, with its pretty harbour and quaint shops, or the world-famous Needles, whilst leisurely walks can be enjoyed over Tennyson Down.

A well-presented single-storey annexe resting in Ryde, Isle of Wight. Ground-floor living. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Sandown 4.7 miles; Newport 8.5 miles.

Perfect for those dreaming of a break in the countryside with plenty of opportunity to get closer to nature, Buttercup Barn Retreats huts make the perfect base for your rural adventure. Right in the heart of the countryside in beautiful Ryde, this collection of charming huts beckons the work-weary and the frazzled for some time away from the hustle and bustle. Whether you opt for your own hot tub for a break that’s all about lying back in the bubbles, or you prefer your hut simple and to spend your days exploring, these quirky circular huts are perfect. Open plan designs give each lodge a bright, contemporary feel, and with stable doors you can half open and enjoy the country views even when you’re spending time inside.
There’s something romantic about packing your bags and heading off to the countryside together, and Bay makes the perfect place for those of you keen to get back to nature and just enjoy the peace and quiet. Set on the beautiful Buttercup Barn Retreat resort in Wootton Bridge, Bay is surrounded by rural views that mean you’ll feel a world away from home. The stable door means you can leave the top half open and enjoy the sight of the scenery while you take time out inside, and the open plan design of this circular yurt-style lodge means it’s bright and welcoming for those times when you’re content to curl up and chill out.
The table and chairs outside the hut means you can dine al fresco and look for wildlife while you tuck in, and then retreat inside and get cosy. And if all that fresh air doesn’t ensure you sleep soundly, the ever-so-welcoming kingsize bed will! Thanks to a window in the roof, you’ll wake to find the light peeping in and coaxing you back outside for another day of adventures. With the town of Ryde just a 15-minute drive away in one direction and the sailing resort of Cowes 15 minutes away in the other, you’ll have plenty of choice when it comes to venturing further afield during your stay.
Bay can be booked together with Rosemary (BCBSHEP), and Olive (BCOLIVE) to accommodate up to 6 guests.