This lovely stone cottage is situated in the small rural hamlet of Bowcombe which stands between the pretty village of Shorwell and Carisbrooke with its medieval castle. Shorwell and Carisbrooke are both within a 5 minute drive and have public houses which are good for meals. The cottage offers easy access to the small bays and coves on the south west side of the Isle of Wight. The larger sandy beaches of Ventnor and Shanklin are within a 20 minute drive. Bowcombe is a lovely walking area. Footpaths can be followed from close to the cottage to Carisbrooke and there is easy access to the Tennyson Trail.
This spacious semi detached cottage has been equipped to a high standard. It has cream fitted carpets throughout most of the cottage and it is centrally heated. The cottage has four bedrooms. Upstairs there is a new well equipped modern bathroom with a bath, built in shower and W.C., plus a pretty double bedroom and a single bedroom. On the ground floor there is a single bedroom and a twin bedroom plus a new shower room with W.C. The cottage has an attractive dining area, and a lovely light open plan sitting room, which is spacious and furnished with comfortable sofas, a colour television/DVD/Sky. French doors open onto a delightful patio and into the garden. There is a modern fitted kitchen equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave and dishwasher. The fridge freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer are in a separate utility room adjoining the kitchen. An extra bed for a child or travel cot/high chair can be provided. Heating electricity and hot water are provided at no extra charge for visitors from early May until October. From early October to May a weekly amount of 50 litres of oil is provided at no extra charge. Additional fuel is then charged at cost price. Telephone available. Two portable televisions with sky and DVD players can be placed in two of the bedrooms.
Bramble Cottage has a particularly pleasant secluded and sunny garden at the rear of the cottage which is enclosed. There are lovely views across the fields, and from parts of the garden the medieval castle of Carisbrooke can be glimpsed in the distance. Garden furniture is provided so that meals can be enjoyed in the sunshine. Two cars can be parked at the side of the cottage. Bus service within 5 min walk.
| H Family (March 2008) - “literally everything provided for in the cottage” C and B Families (April 2008) - “Cottage is absolutely great, well equipped and very homely” W Family (April 2008) - “The cottage was beautiful and we felt right at home” B Family (April 2008) - “Very pretty and spacious...lovely garden.... and wonderful views” S and K Families (May 2008) - “Lovely house, wonderful location. Garden really lovely - especially for the children.” C Family (May 2008) - “Everything about this cottage is perfect. Our 3 year old especially loved the big garden with the rabbits!” C Family (May 2008) - “Perfect location for exploring all parts of the island.” P Family (June 2008) - “Great place, comfortable beds and great garden” L Family (June 2008) - “delightful cottage and garden” S and K Families (June 2008) - “A lovely cottage, lovely garden. A very well equipped cottage.” P Family (June 2008) - “Our best cottage in the last 20 years and so lovely and clean too. Thank you so much.” D Family (June 2008) - “Lots of care and attention given to the provisions in the house” D Family (June 2008) - “A real home from home. Thank you. A very comfortable and enjoyable stay. We are sorry to leave this beautiful cottage.” T,M,C & D Families (July 2008) - “What a beautiful cottage and surroundings! Loads of wildlife and birds – very central for all parts of Island. The cottage is very well equipped – thank you - a home from home” M Family (July 2008) - “Lovely stay, very peaceful and relaxing. Lots of interesting wildlife and enjoyable walks on the public/bridle pathways” C &L Families (July 2008) - “We have had a lovely time and wish we were staying longer! We were very impressed by the high standard of the accommodation” R Family (August 2008) - “The cottage is superb, very well equipped and my boys loved your garden. Brilliant location for getting all around the Island” S Family (August 2008) - “Lovely cottage” M & P Families (Sept. 2008) - “Beautiful cottage. Home from home. Thank you!” G Family (Sept. 2008) - “A perfect base for exploring the Island, which feels like home. Every amenity has been provided to make this an extremely comfortable and relaxing stay. Thank you very much.” W Family (Sept. 2008) - “We have been absolutely delighted with the cottage in every way. Wonderful location, beautiful garden and everything you could possibly need in the cottage” W Family (Sept. 2008) - “The cottage is clean and beautifully presented with all the comforts of home and more.” G Family (Oct.2008) - “We have enjoyed our stay here at Bramble Cottage – excellent location – great accommodation – fab weather – lovely Island – What more could you want! Would highly recommend.” |
