In an idyllic setting overlooking countryside views, this thatched cottage makes the perfect family retreat.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 43" Smart TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Toilet (Only)
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Large enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture and gas BBQ. Private parking (for 2 cars).. Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Landscaped grounds with BBQ, picnic area, table tennis and swing ball (shared with other properties on-site). No smoking. . This Grade II listed thatched cottage is 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 sits at the entrance to the property adjacent to the owner’s home. A warm welcome awaits you at this super property which has many personal, thoughtful touches throughout and which has a large lawned enclosed garden, ideal for children or pets on holiday. It offers spacious accomodation including a ground floor twin bedroom with an adjoining downstairs cloakroom for a comfortable stay for guests with restricted mobility.
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 Tennyson Trail and Newtown Creek. 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.
Rossiters Cottage (PTTS) can be booked together with Rossiters Vineyard Barn, Dornfelder (UKC3209), Madeline Angevine (UKC3208) Orion (UKC3210) and Rondo (UKC3211) to accommodate up to 26 guests.
Free WiFi
Discount link for Wightlink ferry crossing available when booking this accommodation.
If you are bringing a child under 5 please contact us and we can provide a waterproof mattress cover for your convenience.
