The East of the Isle of Wight is best known for long sandy beaches and the traditional seaside holiday. The beaches at Seaview, Bembridge and Shanklin are thought to be some of the best on the Isle of Wight. Of course there is much more to do than go to the beach. The East of the Isle of Wight has a great selection of historic towns and villages as well as hundreds of footpaths and cycle tracks.
New Cottage; Sleeps 8 + 1 in 4 bedrooms
Dunnose Magna Cottage is a substantial, Grade 11 listed, thatched property magnificently situated close to the cliff top amidst 2 acres of beautiful gardens
and within a pleasant 15 minute stroll of the beach at Bonchurch. The property is surrounded by wonderful National Trust countryside and enjoys splendid views across the surrounding fields to the downs in ‘An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. The wonderful beaches of Ventnor and Shanklin are within a few minutes drive. View Dunnose Magna Cottage Luccombe, Isle of Wight
New Cottage; Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms
Glebelands is very attractively situated within a two minute walk of the centre of the picturesque village of Godshill. A delightful village with pretty thatched cottages, an ancient church, teashops, a chocolate shop and public houses for meals. This is also a wonderful walking and cycling area. View Glebelands Hayloft Godshill, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
Magnolia Cottage is situated on a delightful farm in one of the loveliest parts of the Isle of Wight lying at the foot of Appuldurcombe Down and above thepicturesque village of Godshill in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A pleasant ten-minute stroll through the beech copse and across the fields leads to the centre of Godshill. This village is renowned for its church and pretty thatched cottage. View Magnolia Cottage Godshill, Isle of Wight
New Cottage; Sleeps 6 (including babies) in 3 bedrooms
Manor Park View stands in an attractive semi rural location less than 15 minutes walk from Shanklin old village with its pretty thatched cottages and the lovely sandy beach of this small resort. This beautifully equipped cottage overlooks lovely open parkland where visitors may enjoy a stroll and children can play games. View Manor Park View Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; Children 4+ & babies under 12mths welcome
This delightful cottage is very attractively situated in a peaceful rural hamlet in beautiful countryside. The cottage is in a good walking area with nearby footpaths leading to woodland and to the downs above Ventnor. The cottage is only 1.5 miles from the lovely sandy beach of Shanklin, a small coastal town with a variety of restaurants and entertainments. The neighbouring seaside towns of Sandown and Ventnor are within an easy 10 minute drive. View Apse Manor Forge Cottage Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms;
This pretty stone cottage is situated on a lovely 12 acre farm, surrounded by beautiful open countryside. Delightful walks can be enjoyed directly from the cottage and footpaths can be followed to join the Bembridge Trail over the downs. Squire Thatcher's Barn has been carefully converted from an 18th Century Grade II Listed stone barn. View Squire Thatchers Barn Newchurch, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 5 + 1 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
Detached bungalow with large fenced garden in the centre of the seaside village of Bembridge on the east side of the Isle of Wight. It is less than a 15 minute walk from the beach where the shallow waters offer a wonderful place for safe bathing, paddling and boating. Bembridge is a delightful spot with an air of tranquillity and affluence. It is a popular sailing centre and has a variety of small interesting shops, tea shops, public houses and restaurants. View Dennett Corner Bembridge, Isle of Wight
New Cottage; Sleeps 5+1 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
Rocklyn Cottage is attractively situated at Appuldurcombe, on the outskirts of Wroxall and within 2 miles of the south coast of the island. The cottage is within a 10 minute walk of Appuldurcombe House and in a wonderful walking and cycling area with footpaths leading directly from the cottage to Stenbury Downs, the donkey sanctuary and the nearby picturesque village of Godshill with its thatched cottages, teashops and public houses. View Rocklyn Cottage Appuldurcombe, Nr Wroxall, Isle of Wight
New Cottage; Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms
Manor Stable is situated on a lovely farm in beautiful South Wight countryside. From the cottage there are wonderful open views across the fields and nearby lakes to the Ventnor downs in the distance. It is a marvellous walking area with footpaths that can be followed directly from the cottage in most directions. There are particularly attractive walks along the course of the river Yar; to the picturesque village of Godshill and to the nearby village of Arreton which has a pub and cafe for meals. View Manor Stable Cottage Merstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 2 in 1 bedroom; Not suitable for children
Situated on the South East side of the Island in an attractive farm courtyard with ancient Grade 11 listed barns and a traditional farmhouse which dates back to the 17th Century. Sainham Farm occupies a delightful position, lying at the foot of Appuldurcombe Down and above the picturesque village of Godshill, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This village is renowned for its church and pretty thatched cottages. The sandy beaches of Shanklin, Sandown and Ventnor are only a ten minute drive away. View The Coach House Godshill, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 + 1 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
This lovely stone cottage is built of Isle of Wight Stone and has been converted from an ancient stone barn. Byre Cottage is situated in a small country lane in attractive countryside. This is a lovely walking area and footpaths lead from close to the cottage to the beautiful downs above Ventnor. Byre Cottage is only 1.5 miles from the centre of the seaside town of Shanklin with its wonderful sandy beach which is popular for swimming and paddling. The neighbouring seaside towns of Sandown and Ventnor are within a 10 minute drive. View Byre Cottage Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
Cedar Cottage is an attractive white walled cottage situated in a pleasant semi rural location, near the coastal resorts of Seaview and Ryde. The esplanade of Seaview and the beach is less than 500 yrds away. Here there is a café/bar, tennis courts, putting and a large playground. A 15 minute stroll along the esplanade leads to the centre of Seaview where there is a variety of good restaurants. View Cedar Cottage Seaview, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
This cottage is situated in a quiet country lane on the outskirts of Godshill. It was originally the milking parlour of Lower Yard Farm. The surrounding fields are home to horses which belong to a small nearby riding school. Here you are in lovely countryside but the centre of the picturesque village of Godshill, with its pretty thatched cottages, restaurants and tea shops is only 3/4 mile away. View Milk Parlour Cottage Godshill, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
This lovely stone cottage nestles in beautiful countryside on an attractive farm on the East side of the Island. There are wonderful open views from the cottage and garden across fields towards the downs. The Old Brew House is at the end of a country lane with no passing traffic. This is a wonderful walking area with footpaths leading along the course of the River Yar and to the nearby picturesque village of Godshill. There is direct access across the fields to the cycle track which links Sandown to Newport and Cowes. The sandy beaches of Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor are only a 15 minute drive away. View The Brew House Merstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; Children 5 + welcome
This delightful Grade II listed stone cottage has been sympathetically converted from the former stables of the nearby Apse Manor. It nestles within an enclosed courtyard approached through a lovely large arched entrance. The original building dates back to 1695, and period stone door surrounds and lintels can be seen on its south elevation. Deceptively spacious, Groom Cottage has thick stone walls, wooden beams and an attractive appearance with four gables. View Groom Cottage Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
Two Mead Cottage is one of a pair of cottages which stand in the attractive rural hamlet of Alverstone and is less than a 5 minute drive from the lovely sandy beaches of Sandown on the east coast of the Island. The cottage is located on a small 12 acre farm which is home to horses, cows and a few free range chickens. The farm is in “An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty” and has a charming large pond which attracts ducks, moorhens and the occassional heron. View Two Mead Cottage Alverstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
This lovely 17th century cottage is built of Island chalk and brick and enjoys beautiful views across nearby lakes and open countryside to Ventnor Downs. It is situated on an attractive farm at Merstone. The picturesque village of Godshill is nearby and the sandy beaches of Sandown and Shanklin are within a 15 minute drive. This is a wonderful walking area. View Parlour Cottage Merstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
Mead Cottage is attractively situated on a 12 acre farm on the edge of the small rural hamlet of Alverstone in “An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”. This is a wonderful position for outdoor pursuits, walking, cycling, fishing and golf. In the village there are lovely water meadows and fishing ponds with hides for bird and red squirrel watching. There are many footpaths leading up on to the downs and towards the coast. View One Mead Cottage Alverstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 + 1
in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
This delightful stone cottage which dates back
to 1761 is built of Isle of Wight chalk and brick. It is situated in
lovely countryside on an attractive farm at Merstone. The picturesque
village of Godshill is nearby and the sandy beaches of Sandown and
Shanklin are within a 15 minute drive. View Hackney Stable Cottage Merstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms
Within 3 minutes of Shanklin's sandy beach - ideal for paddling and swimming. It is only a 2 minute walk from the lodge to the cliff path for beautiful views across Sandown Bay to the white cliff of Culver. Shanklin is a pleasant small resort on the south east coast of the Island with its own small theatre and a variety of interesting shops and restaurants. The Old Village of Shanklin has pretty thatched cottages, tea shops and public houses plus a beautiful chine, floodlit in the evening. View Apple Tree Lodge Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 7 + 1 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
Bay View is beautifully situated beside the beach with panoramic sea views from most of the main rooms. It is in a peaceful location with the beach of Seagrove Bay only half a minute's walk away. Here swimming, paddling and boating can be enjoyed. There is also a footpath directly from the house to the beautiful sandy Priory Bay - a 5 minute walk away. The atmospheric village centre of Seaview, with its small shops, sailing club and restaurants is within a 7 minute stroll. View Bay View Seaview, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 8 + 2 infants in 4 bedrooms; Children welcome
This spacious house is splendidly situated immediately beside the sea. A stroll across the lawn leads to the beach where swimming, beach sports and boating can be enjoyed. A yacht can also be privately moored. There are spectacular, and panoramic sea views from the main rooms in the house and from the garden. Bonny Blink is in the quiet seaside village of Seaview on the east side of the Isle of Wight, commanding views across the Solent and the open sea. The pleasant village centre with its shops, post office and restaurants is less than a five minute walk away. View Bonny Blink Seaview, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcomeThis wonderful property is situated on a lovely farm in beautiful countryside. It has recently been converted from a large old granary, the foundations of which date back to the 1700s. A fire in 1889 resulted in much of it being rebuilt. Redway Manor Granary has been renovated with the greatest care and wherever possible original features have been retained. There are beautiful views across the fields and nearby lakes to the downs. The sandy beaches of Sandown and Shanklin are within a 15 minute drive. View Redway Granary Merstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
This charming thatched cottage dates back more than two hundred years and has been owned by the same family for generations. It is a character cottage, which has retained many of its original features. It occupies an attractive central position in the small coastal resort of St Helens overlooking the village green where cricket is played. View The Poplars St Helens, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 10 in 5 bedrooms;
This wonderful property stands beside the beach in Seaview – a small prestigious resort renowned for beach holidays, sailing and boating. It provides a destination for many discerning families who return year after year. The Beach House has a prime & peaceful position which enjoys panoramic sea views from most rooms. A stroll across the garden leads to a gateway providing direct access to Seagrove Bay and visitors can relax on the balcony and watch the children playing on the beach. View The Beach House Seaview, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 + 1 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
Attractively situated within 5 minutes walk of the beach in the small seaside town of Shanklin. It enjoys sea views from several of the rooms and garden. Shanklin is on the east side of the Isle of Wight and nestles beside a beautiful, large sandy bay. View Keats House Shanklin, Isle of Wight
New Cottage; Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms
Glebelands Stable is within a two minute walk of the centre of the picturesque village of Godshill – a spot renowned for its pretty thatched cottages, ancient church, cream teas and two public houses which are good for meals. The sandy beaches of Sandown and Shanklin are within a 10 minute drive as is the market town of Newport with its delightful castle of Carisbrooke. View Glebelands Stable Godshill, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 5 + 1 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
This lovely stone cottage occupies an attractive position in a quiet country lane, on the outskirts of Godshill. It has been converted from the original milking parlour of Lower Yard Farm and the building is thought to date back to the 1700 ‘s. A small riding stables is within a few minutes walk and most of the surrounding fields are home to horses. The centre of the picturesque village of Godshill, with its pretty thatched cottages, restaurants and tea shops is only 3/4 mile away. View The Hayloft Godshill, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 2 + 2 in 1 bedrooms; Children welcome
Redway Manor Cottage is on a lovely farm in beautiful countryside. From the cottage there are views across the fields to the downs of Ventnor in the distance. This is a wonderful walking area with footpaths leading from close to the cottage towards the picturesque village of Godshill or the coastal village of Niton. There is also easy access to the cycle route which crosses the Island. The sandy beaches of Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor are all within a 15 minute drive. View Fodder Stable Merstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 5 + 1 in 3 bedrooms
Located in the grounds of an old manor house in beautiful South Wight countryside near the picturesque village of Godshill. The Manor House is surrounded by lovely gardens which the cottage overlooks. Bridgecourt Manor Cottage is a stone cottage, converted from an ancient forge which dates back to the 1600’s. It provides attractive and comfortable accommodation for 5 people in 3 bedrooms. View Bridgecourt Manor Cottage Godshill, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 + 1 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
The cottage occupies a wonderful situation nestled in lovely East Wight countryside, in ‘An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. It has uninterrupted views across the beautiful Yar valley to the Ventnor Downs. The house offers an oasis of peace, being a detached property with its own two acres of grounds and no near neighbours. View Knighton Gorges Newchurch, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
This lovely Grade II listed stone cottage is attractively situated in a courtyard of 5 cottages in a delightful rural hamlet only 1.5 miles from the centre of shanklin, a seaside resort with a large sandy beach which gently slopes to the water and is ideal for swimming and paddling. View Harvest Cottage Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms;
The cottage occupies a delightful position on a lovely 12-acre farm, where horses are kept. The farm is surrounded by beautiful open countryside. It is a delightful walking area and visitors can follow footpaths over the Downs from close to the cottage. Great location for exploring the East of the Isle of Wight and only a short drive from Seaview or Shanklin. A nearby public house serves excellent food. View Paper Barn Newchurch, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms; Children welcome
Situated on a delightful farm in one of the loveliest parts of the Isle of Wight lying at the foot of Appuldurcombe Down and above the picturesque village of Godshill in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A pleasant ten-minute stroll through the beech copse and across the fields leads to the centre of Godshill. This village is renowned for its church and pretty thatched cottages. View Lavender Cottage Godshill, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 8+1 in 4 bedrooms;
Situated in beautiful East Wight countryside on the outskirts of the attractive hamlet of Alverstone and within an easy 10 minute drive of the sandy beaches of Sandown and Shanklin. The property enjoys beautiful views across open countryside towards Culver Cliffs and the sea can be glimpsed in the distance. View Meadow End (incl. wing) Alverstone, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms
Built of Island Stone and the building dates back to 1695. It is one of a pair of cottages divided by an impressive central arch leading to an inner courtyard with pretty gardens and four additional cottages. The cottage is very pleasantly situated in a quiet hamlet in attractive countryside. View Dairymaid Cottage Shanklin, Isle of Wight
The beaches on the East of the Isle of Wight are famed for their long stretches of soft golden sand and vibrant seaside atmosphere. Many of the beaches on the East side of the Isle of Wight are more commercial but you can still find somewhere to yourself if you choose.
Seaview - The premier beach resort on the Isle of Wight with a dedicated group of devotees who return year on year for the sandy beach, the pretty town and the friendly holiday atmosphere.
St Helens - Just inland from Bembridge but still within a short walk of the sea is the village of St Helens. The village is set around a village green and there are a selection of shops, restaurants and pubs. The beach at St Helens is a short walk from the village green.
Bembridge - The small village of Bembridge is a characterful and friendly place with a small number of good cafes, delicatessens and public houses. The coastline around Bembridge is a long beach and is popular with holiday makers and Islanders.
Brading - The small village of Brading is located between Seaview and Sandown. The attractive village has a selection of public houses as well as a wax work museum and the remains of a ruined Roman Villa.
Arreton - Located inland of Sandown and Shanklin, Arreton is a small village which is best known for the Arretton Barn centre and Arretton Manor. The attractive surrounding countryside, easy access to the whole Island and proximity to the beaches on the East coast make it an excellent location to base a holiday on the Isle of Wight.
Shanklin - Very popular seaside holiday resort with long golden beach and a pretty old town with boutique shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants.
Godshill - Small traditional village with small boutique shops and a historic church surrounded by thatched cottages. Godshill has an excellent location for walking on the Isle of Wight as well as visiting the beaches on the East and South of the Isle of Wight.
The beaches on the East of the Isle of Wight are famed for their long stretches of soft golden sand and vibrant seaside atmosphere. Many of the beaches on the East side of the Isle of Wight are more commercial but you can still find somewhere to yourself if you choose.
Springvale Beach - This is one of the beaches at Seaview and is just a short walk North West of the centre of Seaview. This very long beach is more popular at the Ryde end (away from Seaview) where there is also the remains of a Second World War fort. At this Ryde end of the beach there is also a shop and cafe for refreshments.
Seaview Beach (Seagrove) - This is the main beach at Seaview and is a wonderful stretch of sand for sunbathing, playing games and bathing in the sea. The town of Seaview is nearby but there are also some cafes and ice cream shops behind the beach. Read more about Seaview Beach
Priory Bay - This tucked away little beach is a hidden gem and can be reached from Seaview via the coastal path. The beach is a mix of sand and shingle with scattered rocks. You can almost have the whole beach to yourself even in the height of the season. A short walk around the headland takes you back to Seaview where there are refreshments.
St Helens - Shingle beach with ruined tower and pleasant atmosphere. An excellent cafe is located behind the beach where lunches and snacks are served. Read more about St Helens Beach
Bembridge Beach - Bembridge beach extends right around the headland and is extremely long and varied. Areas of sand are intermingled with stretches of shingle and rock and the whole beach is enjoyable for exploring. It is a short wander back to Bembridge where shops and cafes are in plentiful supply but there is also a beach side public house at the southern end of the beach called the Crab and Lobster. Read more about Bembridge Beach
Whitecliff Bay - This is one of the most beautiful beaches on the Isle of Wight and is a mix of sand and shingle. The long stretches of sand can be popular in the summer with tourists from the nearby holiday park but there is always space for a few more visitors. The water is popular with swimmers. Read more about Whitecliff Bay
Sandown Bay - The enormous bay at Sandown is almost 2 miles long and mostly sandy. It is very popular in the summer with holiday makers who mostly stay close to the town. The northern stretches of the beach are often a lot less busy and it is easier to park too. Sandown beach has a large number of cafes and restaurants to choose from. Read more about Sandown Beach
Shanklin Beach - The beautifully kept beach at Shanklin is a popular holiday destination in the summer and many come to enjoy the sandy shore. Shanklin beach is backed with a good selection of cafes and restaurants and it is only a short distance to the centre of Shanklin where there are many more. Read more about Shanklin Beach
Find out more about Beaches on the Isle of Wight
You can find a selection of good cafes and restaurants on the Isle of Wight at WightInfo.co.uk Eating Out section.