The coastal town of Ventnor is on the South East of the Isle of Wight and has a beautiful bay of fine shingle with patches of sand. Read More about Ventnor Beach
Behind the beach there is seafront of cafes and beach shops as well as a public house serving food. Behind the seafront is the town centre of Ventnor with small shops and restaurants.
Bonchurch, with it's pretty village pond, as well as St Lawrence and Steephill Cove, with their quite coves and beaches, are located either side of Ventnor. The whole area is extremely attractive thanks to dramatic coastal scenery and lush areas of woodland supported by a warm microclimate. Read More
Sleeps 8 in 4 bedroom; Children 5+ welcome. Agreement is needed for more than three children.
Spring Cottage stands in an idyllic location, within a 2 minute walk of the beach in the pretty seaside village of Bonchurch on the south east coast of the Island. The cottage enjoys beautiful sea views from most rooms and from its enchanting garden. Bonchurch is a peaceful village with a small shop, public house, good restaurant and two ancient churches plus a pretty pond which is home to carp, ducks and a variety of birds. View Spring Cottage Bonchurch, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms; Children 4 + welcome
Castle Cottage is very attractively situated within a pleasant ten minute stroll of the sandy beach of Ventnor and the quiet cove of Steephill. At the rear of the cottage is Ventnor Park and paths lead through these lovely gardens to the Esplanade. These gardens also adjoin the Botanical Garden of Ventnor which is renowned for its mild climate and rare plants. View Castle Cottage Ventnor, Isle of Wight
New Cottage; 5 Stars; Sleeps 10 in 7 bedrooms
Orchard Bay House is a unique and absolutely wonderful property with stunning sea views from all of the main rooms. The house stands in an idyllic position, being the sole property on the beach of Orchard Bay - a small secluded cove on the south coast of the Isle of Wight. View Orchard Bay House St Lawrence, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 8 in 5 bedrooms; Children welcome
Sylvan Seas is a lovely detached house situated in a very pleasant area close to the sea on the south coast of the Isle of Wight. It is in an attractive, quiet residential area of individual properties with large gardens. There are views of the sea from the upper terrace and the front bedrooms. This part of the Island is renowned for its mild climate and a beautiful botanical garden with many rare plants is nearby. From the house visitors can take a 10 minute stroll to two small coves and can join the coastal path for a delightful walk through to Ventnor. The small coastal resort of Ventnor with its sandy beach, restaurants and entertainments is less than a 5 minute drive away. View Sylvan Seas St Lawrence, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 2 in 1 bedroom
This pretty cottage is one of a small group of 5 cottages nestled in an attractive courtyard location adjacent to Ventnor Park Gardens and within a pleasant 10 minute stroll through the park to Ventnor esplanade with its lovely beach and bay. Castle Coach House has been converted from part of the original stables of Steephill Castle and has pretty leaded windows, a lovely bay window, a charming porch and many beams. View Castle Coach House Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms; Children welcome
Beautifully situated with panoramic coastal views from almost every room and less than a 5 minute stroll from the sea. It is in an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ on the south east coast of the Island, an area renowed for its mild climate. The house stands just above the charming small fishing village of Steep Hill Cove. View Western Lines Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 7 + 1 in 4 bedrooms
A house of great character and charm dating back to the 1800's. It is delightfully situated in the picturesque village of Bonchurch and is only 5 minutes walk from the sea. Bonchurch is one of the warmest and sunniest spots on the Isle of Wight. It has an air of tranquillity with its lovely village pond, 11th century church, traditional style cottages, and small village post office. The sandy beaches of Ventnor are only a 2-minute drive away. View Uppermount Bonchurch, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 in 4 bedrooms
Baltija is beautifully situated in the wonderful semi rural coastal area of St Lawrence on the south of the Island. St Lawrence is renowned for it mild climate and is an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. Lanes and footpaths can be followed directly from the property to the sea at Woody Bay which is a ten to fifteen minute walk away. View Baltija St Lawrence, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
The Old Cottage is a wonderful 18th Century, Grade 2* listed property. It is beautifully situated overlooking the sea, in ‘ An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', on the south coast of Island. A quiet cove, where visitors can paddle and swim, is within a 15 minute walk of the cottage. St Lawrence is renowned for its mild climate and in the nearby Botanical Garden many rare and tropical trees and plants are grown. View The Old Cottage St Lawrence, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 2 + 1 in 1 bedroom; Children welcome
This pretty cottage is attractively situated within a pleasant ten minute walk of the sandy beach of Ventnor or the quiet cove of Steephill on the south coast of the Island. Ventnor Park is at the rear of the cottage and paths lead through these gardens to the Esplanade. These gardens also adjoin the Botanical Garden of Ventnor which is renowned for its rare plants and the mild climate. The Clock House is one of a small group of cottages which have been converted from the original stables of Steephill Manor House. View The Clock House Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 2 in 1 bedroom; Not suitable for children;
This attractive property overlooks the gardens of Ventor Park and is within a 10 minute walk of the beach at Ventnor and also of the town centre. This a beautiful coastal area and a pleasant walk through the gardens leads to the small esplanade of Ventnor, a small seaside resort. The quiet bay is ideal for swimming and paddling. View The Clock Tower Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms; Children welcome
This pretty Swiss style cottage is situated in the lovely gardens of Ventnor Park. These gardens have sheltered lawns, well kept paths and excellent 18 hole putting green. Nearby footpaths lead up to high ground from where there are beautiful sea views. The sandy beach of Ventnor can be reached by taking a pleasant 5 minute stroll through the gardens and down to the esplanade. Footpaths also lead directly from the cottage to the quiet cove of Steephill and the Botanical Gardens. View Park Lodge Ventnor, Isle of Wight
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
Ventnor Beach - The beach at Ventnor is ideal for swimming and sunbathing and is popular without getting too crowded. The beach is made up of a mix of sand and smooth shingle which makes a good surface for beach games or lying in the sun. Read more about Ventnor Beach.
Ventnor Botanical Gardens - The beautiful botanical gardens at Ventnor boast a large range of exotic plants which thrive in the micro climate between Ventnor and St Lawrence. The gardens can be reached via the coastal path from Ventnor Beach or there is a car park just behind from where you can walk down into the gardens. There is also a tea shop for refreshments or lunch.
Ventnor Ornamental Gardens - The gardens at Ventnor are up above the western end of the beach. These attractive lawns and flower beds are carefully managed and give a burst of colour almost all year around due to the very mild climate on this part of the Isle of Wight.
Bonchurch Beach and Village - The neighbouring village of Bonchurch with it's pretty village pond and quiet stretch of coastline is a pleasant walk from the centre of Ventnor along the coastal path. The village also has an 11th Century Church (Boniface Church Bonchurch) which is open to the public to look around.
Steephill Cove - The bay between Ventnor and St Lawrence called Steephill Cove is a wonderful gem for those who make the effort to find it. Tucked away without road access it is most easily reached by the coastal path from Ventnor or by walking down through the Botanical Gardens and following the signposts. The cove has two great places to eat locally caught crab as well as a small tea shop. The beach at Steephill Cove is a mix of sand and shingle and this sleepy little bay is a wonderful place to avoid the summer bustle and relax in a natural sun trap. Read more about Steephill Cove
Spyglass Inn, Ventnor - A lovely seaside position and popular with visitors to Ventnor this is a great place to enjoy lunch with views over Ventnor Beach. The Spyglass Inn is also popular with walkers who are taking the coastal path. http://thespyglass.com/
Met Bar, Ventnor - Tasty tapas and a good selection of wines make the Met Bar a popular place to eat out in Ventnor. Many tables enjoy views of Ventnor beach. http://www.metwinebar.co.uk/
The Hambrough, Ventnor - Luxurious restaurant with delicious food worthy of their Michelin Star. Ideal for treating someone special. - The Hambrough
The Pond Cafe, Bonchurch - A lovely restaurant in the pretty village of Bonchurch. Good food and a view of the attractive pond at the heart of the village of Bonchurch. The Pond Cafe
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New Spring Isle of Wight Photos
We have added a new Isle of Wight photos taken in March under a warm sun. Here are a few of them.
The small bay at Steephill Cove has been described as one of the Isle of Wight’s hidden treasures due to the pretty beach, the wonderful locally caught crab & lobster and the peace and traquility gained from an off the beaten track location. To reach Steephill Cove you must do it on foot but this [...]
Castle Cottage Ventnor, Isle of Wight
Castle Cottage in Ventnor is today’s featured cottage. This traditional stone built cottage is a wonderful mix of modern comforts with original architectural features to give a comfortable and relaxing place to spend a holiday in Ventnor. Castle Cottage is located on the edge of Ventnor’s ornamental gardens which puts it in one of the [...]
Old St. Boniface Church, Bonchurch
This beautiful old church in Bonchurch, Isle of Wight a lovely place to visit as part of a walk along the coastal path, a visit to the beach at Bonchurch or as an excursion from nearby Ventnor. Old St. Boniface Church, Bonchurch is better known as The Old Church in Bonchurch and dates back to [...]