The beach at Cowes is a shingle beach and runs West of the centre of Cowes along the Esplanade. At the Cowes end of the beach there is a small park behind the beach where many people prefer to sit and enjoy a picnic or sunbathe between swims.
Beach has a ice cream shop on the Esplanade but refreshment can be brought from Cowes centre or some prefer to walk down to Gurnard where there is a cafe serving hot and cold food with views of the sea.
In the evening the beach is a great place to see the lights of Southampton and passing ships which have a still beauty as they pass in the night.
There is parking along the seafront and in neighbouring streets. A car park on the outskirts of Cowes is also an option There are public toilets behind the beach front.
Getting To Cowes Beach: Cowes beach is near West Cowes on the North West coast of the Isle of Wight. Follow the main road from Newport to West Cowes and follow signs the Esplanade Rd. Alternatively you can reach the beach by following signs to Gurnard from the main Newport to Cowes road and continue past Gurnard towards Cowes.
Self Catering Holiday Cottages Near Cowes Beach
Sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms
Greenside is very pleasantly situated in a quiet,prestigious residential area of Cowes. There are open views from the rear of the house across the golf course. It is less than half a mile from the beach at Gurnard. The centre of Cowes is a 15-minute walk from the house.  Cowes, Isle of WightSleeps 2 in 1 bedroom; Babies under 12months welcome
Little Dormers is the wing of a lovely detached property with a large garden. It is attractively situated in a quiet close with panoramic sea views and is within a 5 minute walk of a quiet beach where swimming, paddling and boating can be enjoyed. Here there is also a public house and a pleasant cafe providing refreshments. An easy 20 minute stroll beside the sea takes you into the centre of Cowes.  Cowes, Isle of WightSleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms; Children welcome
This wonderful detached property stands in a superb position beside the sea, close to the centre of Cowes. It enjoys panoramic sea views from almost every room. The glass walls, balconies and large open terraces of the house enable visitors to relax, enjoy meals and awake to the sight of the sea.  Cowes, Isle of WightSleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
This is a wonderful retreat standing amidst a large garden, adjacent to woodland and the wonderful estate of Osborne House – the Island palace of Queen Victoria. The Indian Summer House has a fascinating history. From the cottage quiet lanes and footpaths can be followed to the sea which is only ¾ of a mile away. There is easy access to Cowes which is built astride the River Medina - a small chain ferry links the two parts.  Osborne, Isle of WightSleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
High Rising is situated within a few minutes walk of the sea at Gurnard. Here there is a quiet beach where visitors can enjoy paddling swimming and boating. A pleasant café and nearby public house provide refreshments. There is easy access to the west side of the Island with its quiet sandy coves and the nearby National Nature reserve of Newtown – an area of outstanding Natural Beauty and a wonderful area for walking and bird watching.  Gurnard, Isle of Wight |
