Direct access to coastal footpath, from this lovely cottage, Colwell Bay is close by as are several wildlife sanctuaries.
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!All on the ground floor:
Living/dining room: With TV, DVD player and French doors leading to garden.
Kitchen: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine.
Bedroom: With kingsize bed.
Shower room: With walk-in shower and toilet.!Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps from the living room to the courtyard.!Ideal for couples looking to explore the delights of the western side of the Isle of Wight ‘Quercus’ is set within an Area of Natural Beauty in Cranmore, located roughly 2.5 miles east from the historic harbour town of Yarmouth.
This semi-detached, single-storey holiday property offers very comfortable accommodation and has the benefit of your own private parking area, where you could easily leave the car behind whilst you venture around the Island as there is a bus stop located at the end of the road, 200 yards, which will take you to either nearby Yarmouth or the Islands capital town of Newport. Local amenities to be found in Yarmouth are a mini supermarket, pharmacy, several cafes, three public houses, a post office, hairdresser and several other small shops. For those that like to take an evening stroll, there is a local pub which serves reasonably priced meals, situated within ¾ of a mile from the cottage with a pavement all the way and a crossing opposite the pub. At the top of the road from the property is direct access to a coastal footpath, which depending on the time of year and capability of the walker, could provide a scenic coastal walk towards Yarmouth.
Whilst staying in the west of the island, you can visit Tennyson Down where you can enjoy panoramic views over the Solent. As well as miles of magnificent coastal paths, spend the day at the National Trust’s Newtown National Nature Reserve where you will discover great walks, bird hides and an interesting medieval history. Alternatively, pack a bag and head over to the fantastic Colwell Bay, relax and sit on the beach where there are spectacular views across the Solent to mainland England. Be sure to try the local seafood and stay into the evening to experience some of the finest sunsets.
If you are looking for a more active break, over the years the island has become a real hotspot for cycling enthusiasts with a choice of challenging off road bridleways, peaceful byways and level purpose-made tracks running along a former railway line. Cycle to the famous Needles landmark or take on the full round the island route, which is 66 miles long and is used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnee held over the May Bank Holiday. You can also travel along the route at a more leisurely pace and along the way, you will find numerous restaurants, pubs and cafés amongst the quaint villages and towns, serving tasty local produce. Other outdoor pursuits available include horse riding, fishing, paragliding, golf and water sports. There are numerous attractions across the island, such as The Needles with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay, Dinosaur Isle, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ventnor Botanical Gardens and Carisbrooke Castle. You can even pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House. Shops 1½ miles, pub ¾ mile.