The Isle of Wight, with its natural beauty and the many unique things to do here, is a must-visit destination, not just for tourists but also locals from other parts of the UK who frequent it to get away from the busy city life. From its stunning coastline to its great range of dinosaur-related attractions and activities, this county has a lot to offer. But most of all, it allows for a quiet, relaxing time in the lap of nature. You can experience this from luxurious rental houses or even huts on Isle of Wight. However, there’s arguably no better way to experience it than in a secluded cottage in the countryside. Check out this list of the best holiday cottages in Isle of Wight, England, for a perfect few days away with family, friends or your partner.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Bright and quirky cottage by the sea (from USD 113)
Be greeted by the sights, sounds and scents of the beach when you stay in this charming cottage rental in Isle of Wight. Vintage touches and up-to-date amenities take up every nook and cranny of this holiday cottage with sea views, and its convenient location next to Gurnard Bay makes it quicker for guests to enjoy the sand.
A fireplace in the sitting room comes in handy for chilly nights, while the kitchen is stocked with enough tools to create fine meals. Moreover, a selection of board games and a high chair are also offered here.
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no need for a tv when you have those amazing viewsthe location of the cottage is amazing and it's fully kitted out so it's very comfortableCleanliness:
very cosy clean comfortable cottage and wonderful settingclean comfortable and had everything to make perfect stay for a familyextremely clean shower pressure and temperature was excellent too value for money and definitely recommend itmy mum came with me and couldn’t stop commenting on how clean it was as wellexcellent location communication and very cleanHost:
amazing host who has made sure everything of need is availablenicole and john were fantastic hostshosts are very kind and friendly they let us checkin earlythe host was super helpful and organised arrival times to suit our needssmashing place right by the beach and nicole was the perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
and the location is just superbthis is a lovely location to staythe house and location were just perfecta lovely little house in a wonderful locationlovely location and a gem of a house
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2. Studio cottage best for summer or festival holidays (from USD 80)
Isle of Wight is a melting pot of festivals. If you happen to be part of any of them, whether it be a music festival or the runner’s marathon, you’ll find that this quirky cottage has exactly what you need to keep yourself replenished and well rested.
The quaint rental features two levels of cosy spaces, with a sitting area and kitchenette on one floor and a well-furnished bedroom on the other. Make teatime a little more special by relaxing in the private courtyard. Furthermore, this cute vacation rental is near Isle of Wight’s many natural seaside wonders at Freshwater Bay.
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so many thoughtful extras (tea coffee sugar milk shower gel etcCleanliness:
a beautifully clean and easy stayclean comfortable and tastefully decoratedit was spotlessly clean and perfect for twothough and very clean :)really comfortable and cleanHost:
jason and julie were great hostsquick responses and very kindjason is a great host kind and welcomingjason is a friendly and helpful host without being intrusiveand friendly and smiling hosts highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was beautiful with a short walk to the bay"seasalt" is in a great location and just 5 minutes walk to freshwater baytwo nice cafe's (dimbola and the piano) a short walk away handy location for beach and walksgreat location in what we think is the best part of the islandpeaceful and quiet and very close to the sea
3. Oceanfront cottage on Brook Beach (from USD 107)
The Palomino cottage is a superb dog-friendly accommodation, located in a quiet rural area in the heart of the Isle, only about a five-minute walk away from Brook Beach which is the best beach on the island. The area around the cottage makes for a great place to cycle or walk along the coastline.
The private cottage in Isle of Wight has a children’s playground with lots of toys and a trampoline that works great for families with kids. Attractions such as Tapnell Farm, Chessell Pottery and the Needles are all within a 15-minute drive from this cottage, making it a very convenient base to explore the island.
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our cottage was extremely comfortable and cosy and we loved our staythe cottage is really comfortable and has been decorated in such a lovely wayvery well equipped and comfortable cottage in a lovely locationexcellent facilities in a quiet and beautiful area of the islandbathroom with a great showerCleanliness:
modern and clean and very adequately appointedvery clean good facilities all well keptthe cleanliness and general standard/specification of decor was very impressiveimmaculately clean and welcoming cottage right by the beachspotlessly clean with all the comforts you could needHost:
mike is a very friendly host and we really enjoyed our stayreally enjoyed the property and host was superbmike is an incrediable host and made us feel welcome straight awaythe hosts sent plenty of detail in advance and made us feel welcomemike and hanna were great hosts and made us feel really welcome and comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful location close to the beachgreat location to explore the islandthe location is beautiful with the beach five minutes walk awaywe found the location ideal for our walking weekendthe location was fantastic with the beach just a few minute walk away
4. Cottage with a conservatory (from USD 95)
This one is an extremely comfortable and cozy cottage on the Isle with easy access to the beaches. Its central location makes it very easy to explore all corners of the Isle with ease. They have a beautiful conservatory at the back of the property which offers some great views of the countryside. Well-known local restaurants such as Valentinos and Blacksmiths Arms are also a stone’s throw away from this property.
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having sky and wifi was very much appreciatedlovely cottage with fantastic views and all mod-cons from quick wi-fi to washer/dryerbeds were comfy and the cottage was very well equippedwe thoroughly enjoyed our stay and found buttercup cottage very comfortable having all amenities and tastefully designedbeautiful cottage comfortable clran homely and relaxed place to stayCleanliness:
it was spotlessly clean and some wonderful personal visitor touchesit was clean comfortable and very restfulthe cottage was clean and well equippedthe cottage was spotless on arrival and the communication from the host was excellenttotally spotless on arrival and easy check inHost:
thank you for being a great host with a lovely housethe host is very friendly and helpful i would recommendjane was so helpful in providing extra essentials for our dietary needsthe biscuits on arrival were a kind thoughtthe local pub was a joy too with live music and friendly serviceRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was ideal for us very close to newportperfect location to explore the islandgreat location as it’s easy to drive to different areas on the islandit is perfectly located to access all areas of the island and in a lovely quiet locationit is in a perfect location for exploring the island
Isle Of Wight Tour Guide
Andrew Wheeler
Greetings. My name is Andy, and I am a Blue-badge Tourist Guide, accredited through the Institute of Tourist Guiding in London since c.2014. I live in the New Forest, a national park, famous for its wild ponies, located in Hampshire. The nearest city to me is Southampton. I conduct both walking tours and coach tours in the area known as Wessex, which includes the counties of Hampshire, Isle ... Read more
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5. Quaint lodge with a sunny garden (from USD 148)
Drayton cottage is a snug, well-equipped cottage located on a quaint road in the heart of the village of Bembridge. The village center is a great place with loads of good eateries and shops to choose from and is only a short walk away from the cottage. The property has a nice enclosed garden which is a good bonus if you plan on getting your dog along!
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it was a real sun trapIt was handy having the off street parking as the road would be tricky to park on otherwise so a definite bonusWe were fortunate to have very hot weatherThe owners had obviously given a lot of thought to what their guests might need We've loved itThe parking space was a real bonus as it can be tricky to park in Bembridge Having been coming to Bembridge for yearsCleanliness:
The cottage was lovely & cleanThe cottage is beautifully furnished and was really cleanThe cottage is very well equipped and was very clean and invitingHost:
Marion was very quick to respond toGreat base for exploring the IOW and the beachThe enclosed garden was brilliant for us and our dogWe had a wonderful long weekend at Drayton Cottage during February half termthe food reasonably good valueRead more reviewsLocation:
The cottage is close to lots of great shops and restaurantsThere are shops nearby and plenty of local pubs and restaurants to choose from If you like walking thenBembridge itself is a great village with plenty of varied shops and places to eatjust a 10 minute walk awayBembridge has some wonderful shops and we really enjoyed the beach too
6. Seafront holiday home by the Solent (from USD 121)
The Watch House is a Grade 2 listed old coastguard boathouse offering spectacular views of the Cowes Harbour as well as the Solent. Its location is ideal for boat spotting as well as to catch the glorious sunset right through your window! This Isle of Wight holiday home is very closely located to the supermarket, car ferry boat, buses and chain ferry making it very convenient for those traveling with or without a car.
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The views are great and it's an added bonus to have the outdoor space with picnic tablemeans after travelling you can be making a cup of tea in five minuteseverything you could need and want for a home from homeOnly negative from our stay is one on of the single beds has a spring that sticks in your backThe nearby chain ferry provided an easy link to the delights of (West) CowesCleanliness:
The house was very warm clean and comfortableThe house is comfortable and Angela was extremely helpfulHost:
The owner was very helpful and friendly with excellent and prompt communication skillsso could do with new mattressmeeting us when we arrived and quickly rectifying the couple of issues we encounteredAngela was very helpful on arrival and left us in piece thereafter assuring us that she was at hand if requiredSuperb and interesting house which was very well equipped for us to celebrate the festive season with our familyRead more reviewsLocation:
The house is right on the esplanade with a grocery shop and children's playground a walkable distance awayBut apart from that it's a ten from usThe Wstch House is overlooking the harbour relaxing to just watch the world go by exciting to see the ferries coming in Great location near the ferryVery well equipped house and a lovely place for a restful few daysThe location of the house had lovely views across to Cowes with a hive of activity of Yachts and boats
7. Thatched cottage alongside a crystal-clear brook (from USD 153)
This lovely cottage is placed in a quiet location in the peaceful village of Newport. It is a fully equipped home which has a brook with crystal-clear water running behind it and a spectacular garden view in front of it. The garden attracts lots of birds including pheasants and is an ideal spot for bird-lovers to sit and relax whilst watching the birds feed off the bird-feeder. There are numerous footpaths from the cottage which make for lovely walks through the countryside and Carisbrooke Castle is only a short walk away from here as well.
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The spacious sitting room has comfortable seating and is well furnishedYounger children loved the spacemade it accessible for all The cottageEach bedroom is different; the pretty bed linen was immaculate and the decoration throughout matched the cottage perfectlyThe dining table had ample room for us allCleanliness:
They loved everything and didn't want to leaveI have to say that the website doesn't do Cresswell justiceOur party consisted of six adults and a toddler (three generations) and the space was ideal for usHost:
all very friendly Allison is a lovely lady also very helpfullWe were three generations grandparents parents and young childrenWe visited all the beaches and numerous attractionsThe house us so well equippedA lovely cottage well equipped with a good layoutRead more reviewsLocation:
Cresswell Cottage is a beautiful cottage set within site of Carrisbrooke CastleHas a lovely garden also some lovely locals passing byIt's a beautiful period cottage in an idyllic location with a brook running behind itbus stop and mini marketHad a great week in this cottage which is in a quiet location at the edge of the village
8. Enchanting thatched home close to river Yar (from USD 184)
The property is a thatched cottage situated in a rural area in Freshwater which allows for great walks from your door and beautiful views of the estuary and the countryside.
The cottage is only a short walk away from the Red Lion pub, a local church and the supermarket. It is a great place for a romantic weekend for two, with a small private garden and makes for a great base for exploring the western side of the Isle of Wight.
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lovely cottage plenty of space in kitchen/lounge and bedroomenjoyed our stay at afton cottage; very relaxing environment comfortable and clean good amenities good locationwill definitely come again for some island peace and serenity (no wifi is a bliss)Cleanliness:
very clean and tidyvery clean and super quietvery clean and nice private placeeverything was really clean and stylish as welleverything was super cool very clean lots of towels and fully equipped kitchen super warm and cosyHost:
easy check in and helpful throughoutmorgan was a great host and replied and responded to our request immediatelywe thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and morgan was so responsive with any questions we had when bookingmorgan was a really great host and she made the whole thing very easy for ushelpful if you haven’tRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely countryside location great location for walks and cyclingnicely private and close to pubgreat location quiet and near the river with walksgreat location and everything was perfectbeautiful house in a stunning location
9. A converted barn cottage (from USD 173)
If you’re looking for a spacious place to stay in, this accommodation in Isle of Wight may be right for you. Converted from an old barn, this cottage in Isle of Wight can accommodate up to four people. It has one bedroom and two private bathrooms for guests to use. If you stay here, you can also make use of its kitchen. During chilly nights, you can cozy up next to the indoor fireplace. Free WiFi and parking on the premises are also available here. If you’re in the area and you’re looking for a place to stay, do consider this rental.
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all amenities are well thought out and the cottage has a very comfortable atmosphereit's warm stylish and comfortable close to the stunning freshwater bay and the needlesthank you zena and phil for a peaceful and comfortable stayCleanliness:
very clean modern and comfortableclean and warm with a fabulous relaxed atmospherethe barn was spotlessly clean and had everything you neededlovely clean and spacious barn to stay inbeautiful building spotless and presentation excellentHost:
lovely place and lovely hostsstunning place and amazing hostswe will most certainly be booking again and would thoroughly recommend your hosts and their accommodationthe hosts are so welcoming and even thought about our dogs with some treats and a blanketwe had a lovely message from the owners and a folder with all the useful informationRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for exploring the islandin a great locationideal location for exploring the local areathe location is charming and peacefulstunning place in a peaceful location
10. A converted dairy cottage (from USD 112)
While the exterior looks rural and rustic, the interior is contemporary. Perfect for couples, consider staying in this one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage in the countryside. Access to a fully equipped kitchen to make meals is available, while an indoor fireplace is also in the house for your use during cold nights. Free WiFi and a laptop-friendly workspace are also offered here for your use.
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everything you need is supplied including a fan iron and ironing board airer hairdryeralberts dairy cottage is a fabulous place recently renovated with all modern facilities including dishwasher and washer / dryerextremely comfortable with brand new kitchen and bathroomthe bed was comfortable heating was perfect and the shower was super hot and roomyincredibly cosy and comfortable cottage just ideal for a break from life solitude fresh air and relaxationCleanliness:
sparkling clean and of the highest standardit was very clean and comfylovely cottage really clean great beds and bathroomspotlessly clean lovely thoughtful touchesso clean and cuteHost:
great hosts and fab comfortable stayrachel & andy we’re lovely hosts & always available if we needed themhosts great at communicating and very accomidating to childrenhosts very nice easy check in and outquick responses and great communication from the hosts before and during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
location is greatonly wish we could of stayed longerexcellent accommodation great location really close to the ferrybrilliant location and lovely placelocation is good for exploring the islandthe location was beautiful as well as the building
11. Cosy cottage with sea views (from USD 109)
If you’re looking for a cottage in Isle of Wight that’s situated in a convenient location, check this place out. Located at the center of Ryde in Isle of Wight, this old, renovated fisherman’s cottage can house up to four tourists at a time. For your convenience, a full kitchen is provided, as well as WiFi, cable TV, laundry equipment and an indoor fireplace.
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we were impressed by the facilities available the lovely views and the tasteful decorationknowing that we had such a comfortable base to chill out in was a wonderful feelingthe cottage is very comfortable and feels like your own homecomfortable beds and kitchen well equipped for a self-catering staywe were really comfortable staying at this great cottageCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablevery clean and the most comfortable bedsit was so clean bright and freshit was spotlessly clean and some basic provisions were providedthe beds were very comfortable and everything was clean and well-organisedHost:
jess is a great hostgreat house lovely hostjess is an excellent host and very quick to reply to any messagesjess was incredibly helpful and very quick to replyjess is very helpful and responsive to messagesRead more reviewsLocation:
cute little cottage in a great locationit’s very central and easy to walk to the beachesgreat location would highly recommend to anyonegreat cottage in a central location in rydethe bus system is very good on the island and the train is not far away
Experience Isle of Wight with a peaceful stay
This destination is best experienced through its warm welcomes and impeccable hospitality, evident in the special care taken by the hosts at each of these properties. A stay at any of these holiday cottages in Isle of Wight will definitely make you feel one with nature, renewed and have you leaving with the sweetest holiday memories!
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