Fort Victoria Cottage (no 3)
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About the home
Charming Coastguard cottage situated at Fort Victoria Country Park near Yarmouth and Freshwater on the picturesque West coast of the Isle of Wight. stunning sea views across the Solent. The recently refurbished seaside cottage offers an excellent base for a self catering holiday with its easy access to the coastal path at the rear of the property and the local beaches at the front of the property.
The Coastguard cottage and its location have to be experienced to be believed. Set in a quiet and peacful location at Fort Victoria. Wake up to magnificent views across the Solent, and in the evening admire the beautiful sunsets over Hurst Point. The country park setting around the cottage offers a myriad of short walks through woodland paths. Take a walk along the sea front to Yarmouth, or stop at the harbour and catch the water taxi. For the more adventurous, continue the walk at the front of the property, along the coastal path to Totland Bay, the famous Alum bay and the Needles, and along to Tennyson Down.
The Isle of Wight has something for everyone...... all year round. walking, cycling, water sports,horse riding, and lots of entertainment for children, whatever the weather. The West Wight has some excellent beaches and stunning vistas. Excellent restaurants can be found to suit all tastes.
Built in 1850's, the coastguard cottages were originally designed to house officers stationed at Fort Victoria. The external walls are 15" thick, and were designed to withstand the vibrations from the cannons located at the fort. The maritime museum at Fort Victoria and the Needles battery at Alum Bay have lots of information.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Fort Victoria Beach, 100m |
| Access: | Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
This Victorian cottage in set in a row of twelve cottages facing the solent . We provide our guests with freshly made up beds and towels. The cottage has been decorated and furnished to a high standard,it sleeps 4 adults comfortably, and their is a sofa bed for additional guests. A child's travel cot is available upon request which fits easily into the main bedroom.
The property consists of:
Master double bedroom
This room has magnificent sea views, and is complete with a kingsize bed, bespoke oak wardrobe with large oak bespoke chest of draws, bespoke oak bedside cabinets,and a hairdryer.
A child's travel cot is available on request.
Twin bedroom
Two bespoke oak single beds, with views over the rear garden and woodland.You will wake to the sun streaming in to this room. Large chest of drawers, bed side cabinet with drawers.
Living room
Laura Ashley 2 seater bed settee (with deep mattress) and matching armchair, two leather armchairs with foot stools, TV with freeview & built in DVD, CD player, Logic3 ipod player, stunning fireplace with enclosed inset stove, carpet, two oak stools.
Dining room
Bespoke oak table and seating for 6, bespoke wall mouted display cabinet .
Wireless broadband
Kitchen
Hob. fan assisted oven,microwave oven, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, toaster, iron and iron board, kettle, all the kitchen utensil you may need. We also provide you with fresh tea towels. Bin bag and dishwater tablets are provided.
Bathroom
Bath with thermostatic shower, sink and toilet. Heated towel rail.
Further details outdoors:
Off road parking
Rear garden with wooden bench for morning coffee, breakfast patio area, table and 4 chairs to catch the early morning sun.
To rear of the property there is access to the woodland walks/coastal path
Front terrace with large barbecue, large round table and 8 chairs,with sea views
Football pitch size, private shared garden to the front of the property, adjacent to Fort Victoria
Beach to the front of the property
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The Isle of Wight region
Popular since Victorian times as a holiday resort, the Isle of Wight is known for its outstanding natural beauty and for its world-famous sailing based in Cowes.
The island has a rich history including its own brief status as a nominally independent kingdom in the fifteenth century. It was home to the poet Alfred Lord Tennyson, and Queen Victoria built her much loved summer residence and final home Osborne House at East Cowes.
The island's maritime and industrial history encompasses boat building, sail making, the manufacture of flying boats, the world's first hovercraft and the testing and development of Britain's space rockets. It is home to the Isle of Wight International Jazz Festival, Bestival and the recently-revived Isle of Wight Festival, which, in 1970, was one of the largest rock music events ever held. The island has some exceptional wildlife and is also one of the richest fossil locations for dinosaurs in Europe.
The Yarmouth, Isle of Wight / Fort Victoria area
Yarmouth, a very pretty harbour town, 10-15 minutes walk along the seafront. Yarmouth is the smallest town in the UK, and also the oldest town on the Island. Yarmouth Castle, a stone artillery fortress built for Henry VIII in the mid 16th century.
Blackgang Chine and Robin Hill. Two great adventure parks for children. Robin Hill is the venue for Bestival in September.
The Needles Battery. Overlooking the Needles, one of the most rescognisable coastal features in England, the battery was built in the latter part of the 19th century to defend the Solent against France. Also the testing site for the Black Knight and Black Arrow, Britains' first space rocket.
Appledurcombe House. Kids can learn falconry at the Owl and Falconry Centre.
Carisbrooke Castle. Famous as the castle where Charles I was imprisoned before his execution.
Osbourne House. The summer home of Queen Victoria, and the place where she died
Brading Roman Villa. Fascinating excavations of a Roman villa. Great for kids, who get to dress up as Romans as they wander round the ruins.
Dimbola Lodge. The Freshwater home of Julia Margaret Cameron, the famous Victorian portrait photographer. The house is now a museum with permanent exhibitions of Cameron's work and photography of the Isle of Wight pop festival.
Fort Victoria. Home to a marine aquarium, model railway, underwater archaeology, planetarium
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Southampton: 15 km |
| Railway: | Lymington Pier: 5 km |
| Ferry: | Yarmouth: 1 km |
The cottage is 1m along the coast from the Yarmouth ferry terminal, which is the destination for car ferries from Lymington in the New Forest. http://www.wightlink.co.uk
The passenger ferry terminal in West Cowes is about 25 minutes away, and the car ferry terminal in East Cowes is 35 minutes away. Both terminals service routes from Southampton. http://www.redfunnel.co.uk
The terminals at Fishbourne and Ryde (services from Portsmouth) are about 45 minutes drive from the cottage. http://www.wightlink.co.uk
Activities near Yarmouth, Isle of Wight
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 06 Oct 2011 |
Within walking (coastal walk) distance of the lovely town of Yarmouth with its charming shops, pubs and restaurant the cottage is an ideal place to stay. Would definately recommend Saltys Restaurant and the one next to it overlooking the harbour and Gossip Cafe for local Minghella ice cream! Fort Victoria is an area which has the most wonderful views (you can see Lymington from the cottage window!) and the accommodation is furnished with everything you could want including wifi. The town of Ventnor has a great quirky charm to it, and the coastal path from there to Bonchurch is just lovely. We wre very fortunate to end the weeks stay with a fabulous musical show at the lovely old Shanklin Theatre. |
31 Aug 2011 |
3 Fort Victoria Cottage is a very welcoming place to stay. Nicely decorated and well equipped, it is very close to the sea and has fantastic views. The cottage has a small private patio and garden but also has access to a large communal garden with lots of rabbits! The walk along the beach to Yarmouth only takes around 20 minutes and the cottage is very close to the country park. All in all, a great place to spend a holiday. |
07 Aug 2011 |
My husband and I stayed here with our 11yr old son at the end of July. It is a beautiful, cosy and relaxing cottage with spectacular views of the Solent. Yarmouth is only a10/15 min walk away along... more |
Guestbook for Fort Victoria Cottage (no 3)
" Cottage is beautiful, a real home from home, fantastic views etc" N.T Middx
" 5 star rating, interior of cottage is outstanding, views are breathtaking etc" S.F. Beds
" The cottage is outstanding and luxurious , its just a shame we have to go back to reality" R.H. S.Wales
"Thankyou for allowing us to rent your beautiful home,the scenery,peace and tranquility has to be experienced to be believed"T.B Grimsby
" Have spent a wonderful fortnight, walked for miles,loved coming back to the cottage,very relaxing,lovely views,grand-children came to visit and cried when they had to go home! I am sure we will be back" A.W.Lymington
"Lovely cottage,great views,children loved the garden,arrived in a storm but great to find milk in the fridge"Thankyou"H.
Had a fantastic time,lovely cottage,views amazing,we could wake up to this view forever ! weather has been very kindto us.We will be back soon,Thank you"S. Essex
"7 lovely days,7 days to wake up and look over the solent,6 breakfasts outside watching the boats, 6 dinners outside from great local food,1 evening to "On the Rocks" a must...,Not telling how many bottles of wine!, Great house,lovely location. Thank you P.S thank you for the wine,milk,wi-fi. FAB" D&J
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
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| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 29 Oct 11 | 17 Dec 11 | £ 325 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 17 Dec 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 750 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 7 Jan 12 | 11 Feb 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 11 Feb 12 | 18 Feb 12 | £ 495 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 18 Feb 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 745 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Apr 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 495 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 2 Jun 12 | 9 Jun 12 | £ 745 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 9 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 30 Jun 12 | 21 Jul 12 | £ 745 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 21 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 985 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 745 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Sep 12 | 27 Oct 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 745 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 745 | - | - | 1 Week | |
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Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 4 reviews from previous guests.  |
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