Island Cottage Holidays - Blog

Residential Letting and Long Lets Isle of Wight

2011-09-18T20:56:00.000+01:00

We now have a long lets page with cottages available for residential letting over the winter. Our winter start from around the end of October 2011. More than 10 properties are currently available for winter residential letting and you can view full details including prices and letting details at our special long let and monthly letting page www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/longlet/

Purbeck Beaches

2011-08-12T08:35:00.000+01:00

There are so many excellent beaches and bays in Purbeck. To help you choose where you might want to visit the seaside when you are on holiday we have created a guide to some of the best beaches in Purbeck.

Purbeck has two large sandy beaches at Studland and Swanage but there are many more small sand and shingle beaches around the south coast.

If there are holiday cottages located near the beach we include a local holiday cottage section so you can visit self catering cottage information specific to that location.

To find out more visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/beach/

Monthly Lets on the Isle of Wight

2011-08-08T18:14:00.000+01:00

During the winter months many of our self catering holiday cottages are available for longer term monthly rentals at reduced prices. So, if you are coming to the Isle of Wight for work, spend the winter with family or are hoping to buy a property on the Isle of Wight you might want to consider one of our long let properties.

These long lets are listed so you can compare what is available at www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/longlet/

Island Cottages

2011-08-01T19:14:00.000+01:00

The Isle of Wight is a very special place with lots of local customs. The one that we notice a lot is that Islanders call our company by their own name of "Island Cottages". We don't mind in the slightest and a few of us have started to call ourselves by this name.

Visit Island Cottages here and find out what Islanders are talking about.

Isle of Wight Beaches

2011-08-01T13:35:00.000+01:00

There are some wonderful beaches on the Isle of Wight so we have some information to help you choose the beach that suits you.

The east of the Isle of Wight is well known for the long sandy beaches such as Shanklin and Ventnor. We also help you find a quiet beaches and coves on the West side of the Isle of Wight such as Freshwater, Totland and many more.

Find out more at Isle of Wight beaches

Combe View - Alverstone, Isle of Wight

2011-07-11T09:04:00.000+01:00

Combe View is a new self catering holiday cottage available on the East of the Isle of Wight. This rural cottage enjoys beautiful rural views and is a short ride or walk along the cycle path to the sea and beach.

Fond out more at Combe View

Isle of Wight Self Catering Cottages

2011-06-30T23:53:00.000+01:00

Our cottages page has moved. New cottage page at http://www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/

Island Cottage Holidays - News & Information

2011-06-28T10:05:00.001+01:00

We have a new News and Information website which gives up to date reports on what is happening at Island Cottage Holidays. You can keep an eye of what is going on on the Isle of Wight and tips for choosing a self catering holiday cottage.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/news/

Isle of Wight Photos

2011-06-24T23:47:00.000+01:00

Photographs of the Isle of Wight have been collected together on our new Isle of Wight photo gallery.

View our Isle of Wight photo gallery here

Faster Isle of Wight Self Catering

2011-06-18T17:31:00.000+01:00

We have been working hard to speed up our website and have produced a 66% decrease in load time for our front page and a 82% decrease in load time for our "all cottages" page.

You can test all this speed at www.islandcottageholidays.com

Alma Cottage - Acton, Dorset

2011-06-14T12:59:00.002+01:00

Alma Cottage is a new cottage in Acton, Dorset. This traditional stone cottage is located between Langton Matravers and Worth Matravers in the heart of Purbeck. Alma Cottage is also only a short drive from the beach at Swanage.

For more information visit islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/cottages/alma/

Isle of Wight Bed and Breakfast

2011-06-10T12:55:00.003+01:00

Island Cottage Holidays is now offering Bed and Breakfast accommodation on the Isle of Wight. We have two beautiful rooms available at Redway Manor Bed and Breakfast.

Redway Manor Suite - a magnificent room with a wonderful half tester bed; panoramic views across the garden and lakes to the downs in the distance.

Garden Room - This lovely room enjoys many of the features of the Manor suite including the same wonderful views across the garden and lakes to the downs in the distance.

Celebrity Getaway on the Isle of Wight

2011-06-06T07:45:00.010+01:00

It isn't a problem for many of us but being photographed by the paparazzi or having to face penetrating questions from morning television hosts must become very tiring and send you reaching for the holiday brochures. You would want something luxurious enough to impress when you tell your celebrity friends at the next magazine launch and quiet enough that you can escape the attention of the press.

With this in mind we have picked out a few places that will be very suitable.

Monks Path near Brighstone offers a quiet location with a large private garden which is safe from all but the very longest of long lens photographers. The secluded swimming pool gives you a chance to swim without worrying about displaying normal signs of ageing on the front page of the tabloids. To top it off this 5 star Gold Award holiday retreat is luxurious enough to brag about at any society drinks night with fellow celebs and football stars. - islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/monkspath/

The Beach House in Seaview may be more the scene for a sociable celebrity who doesn't mind mixing with the society in this up Market seaside resort. The Beach House offers the best accommodation in town and inspires the admiration of companions at the Michelin Star rated restaurant nearby. When relaxing at this 5 star Gold Award property you have a choice of admiring the sea from the balcony, your bedroom or ...well any room in the house actually. The beach is only a hop skip and jump from the end of the garden and the sea is pleasant for bathing. In the evenings there is plenty of space to enjoy dinner and drinks with friends or head down to your private cinema to take in a film. - islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/beachhouse/

Orchard Bay House near Ventnor & St Lawrence maybe the ultimate celebrity holiday home on the Isle of Wight. This large 5 bedroom house is placed along the entire length of Orchard Bay and is probably the most luxurious holiday home on the Isle of Wight. The 5 star Gold Award rating barely does this holiday home justice with its fantastic location, exquisite interior and array of facilities. Provided a celebrity visitor could keep their holiday plans a secret they would be very unlikely to be disturbed at this idyllic retreat. - islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/orchardbay/

For the rest of us who don't have the dubious pleasure of being famous these Isle of Wight holiday homes are still available to enjoy a luxurious holiday away in peace and tranquillity and you can find more at our Luxury Isle of Wight Holiday Homes page.

Old Brew House Brook

2011-05-30T16:25:00.002+01:00

The Old Brew House in Brook, Isle of Wight is a large family cottage by the sea on the West coast of the Isle of Wight.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/oldbrewbrook/

Cowes Week Accommodation

2011-05-28T19:17:00.003+01:00

New Cowes Week Accommodation available at www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/holidays/cowesweek/

New Cottage Pages

2011-05-19T22:49:00.001+01:00

We have updated all our cottage pages. They now have new addresses which can be found below:

Afton Farmhouse

Apple Tree Lodge

Apse Manor Forge Cottage

Baltija

The Barn

Barn End

Bay View

The Beach House

Beaulieu Cottage

Bonny Blink

Bramble Cottage

Bridgecourt Manor Cottage

Brook Lodge

Byre Cottage

Casses Cottage

Castle Coach House

Castle Cottage

Cedar Cottage

Chipps Moor

Chine Cottage

Clatterford Coach House

The Clock House

The Clock Tower

The Coach House

The Cottage Stone Farm

Dairymaid Cottage

Demelza Cottage

Dennett Corner

Dolphins

Dylan Wing

East Wing, Clatterford House

Fossil Cottage

The Glass House

The Granary

Greenside

Greystone Cottage

Groom Cottage

Hackney Stable Cottage

Harbour's Edge

Harvest Cottage

The Hayloft

Hedgerow Cottage

High Field

High Rising

Hildas Cottage

Honeymoon Cottage

The Indian Summer House

Keats House

Knighton Gorges

Lavender Cottage

Little Dormers

Little Halt

Magnolia Cottage

Marylands

Meadow End (incl. wing)

Milk Parlour Cottage

Monks Path

Moonfleet

November Cottage

The Old Brew House

The Old Cottage

Old Rock Cottage

Old Stable Cottage

One Mead Cottage

Orchard Bay House

Park Lodge

Paper Barn

Parlour Cottage

Pictou

The Poplars

Priestley Wing

Ramblers End

Redway Cottage

Redway Granary

Romany Cottage

Rose Cottage

Seabreeze Cottage

Sea Haze

Shalfleet Farmhouse

Shalfleet Manor Barn

Shalfleet Cottage

Spring Cottage

Squire Thatchers Barn

Stable Cottage

Stag Cottage

Stone House

Sweet Brook

Swifts

Sylvan Seas

Therles Cottage

Treetops

Two Mead Cottage

Uppermount

Virginia Cottage

The West Wing

Westview

Western Lines

Yafford Mill Barn

Purbeck House - Corfe Castle

2011-05-12T19:49:00.000+01:00

Purbeck House is a large and traditional holiday cottage in Corfe Castle Dorset. This beautiful cottage is located a short walk from the centre of the historic village and the castle of Corfe Castle.

For more information on Purbeck House visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/cottages/purbeckhouse/

Holiday Letting in Purbeck

2011-04-16T15:39:00.002+01:00

Updated information about holiday letting in Purbeck. Visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/letting/ for more information.

Purbeck Arts Week Accommodation

2011-04-16T15:34:00.002+01:00

New page of Purbeck Arts Week Accommodation and Availability.

For more information visit: www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/holidays/purbeckartsweek/

New Pages on Island Cottage Holidays Purbeck

2011-04-14T18:56:00.002+01:00

We have launched the new page design for our Isle of Purbeck cottages. The webpages are:

Afflington Manor Cottage
Central Villa
Penny Cottage
Plum Tree Cottage
Seascape
Seafield
Topsail House

Inglenook Cottage - Swanage, Purbeck

2011-04-04T10:25:00.003+01:00

This traditional Swanage cottage is located within a short walk of Swanage beach and is ideal for a seaside self catering holiday in Purbeck.

For more information visit http://www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/cottages/inglenook/

Olympics Accommodation Isle of Wight

2011-03-25T12:11:00.001Z

We have launched out London Olympics Accommodation Isle of Wight page.

Seascape Swanage

2011-03-13T22:50:00.004Z

Seascape is a new cottage to Island Cottage Holidays in Swanage. This seaside cottage has excellent sea views and is a couple of minutes walk from the sandy beach at Swanage.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/cottages/seascape/

Isle of Wight Pimm's

2011-03-13T12:37:00.005Z

We're getting ready for summer with our Isle of Wight Pimm's made from Isle of Wight produce. Serve to the sound of leather on willow to ensure the produce is in season.

You will need:

Pimm's (leave out for alcohol free version)
Wight Crystal Traditional lemonade - made on the Isle of Wight and available from good farm shops and Made on the Isle of Wight - Ryde
Mint - Maybe available in the garden
Cucumber - Farmer Jacks Farm shop (Arreton) says the season runs throughout the summer
Soft Fruit - Apples all year around, Strawberries available early summer, Raspberries, Plums, Cherries and blueberries available at the height of the summer. Fruits from the hedges, such as blackberries, available later in the summer.
Ice
Large Jug
Tall Glasses

How to make:

Take a large jug and add 1 part Pimms and 3 parts lemonade
Chop cucumber and fruit and add to jug
Tear mint and add to jug
Stir together (If you command great self restraint you might want to let it stand to allow the flavours mingle)
Add Ice, Stir again and then serve in tall glasses

Have a few forks lying around as empty glasses are full of tempting fruit which is out of the reach of all but the longest fingers.

Isle of Wight Bloody Mary

2011-03-08T12:46:00.003Z

The Isle of Wight Bloody Mary includes local Isle of Wight produce which makes it better for the environment and we think it tastes better too.

You will need:

6 parts Isle of Wight tomato juice (See www.thetomatostall.co.uk)
1 part vodka (optional)
1 part lemon juice
1 dash of Worcestershire sauce
salt & ground pepper
hot pepper sauce
celery stalk

All the ingredients can be obtained from a good local shop or farm shop on the Isle of Wight. You might want to try Farmer Jacks in Arreton.

This is what you need to do:

Put the Tomatoe Juice, Vodka and Lemon Juice in a tall glass over ice cubes.
Mix well.
Add the salt & pepper to taste.
Garnish with the celery stalk

You might want to know:

Celery is planted in late February and goes into season early June to November
According to http://www.lovecelery.co.uk/:
The Bloody Mary cocktail was invented in the 1920’s at Harry’s New York Bar in Paris . However it wasn’t until the 1960’s that celery was associated with the drink, when a guest at a Chicago hotel was given a Bloody Mary but nothing to stir it with. He improvised with a stick of celery from the buffet!

Clatterford House

2011-02-25T12:21:00.005Z

This large self catering holiday home on the Isle of Wight is now available for holiday letting. The house has beautiful views across rural Isle of Wight and towards Carisbrooke Castle.

For more information about Clatterford House East Wing with photos, prices and live availability go to www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/clatterfordhouseeastwing

Swifts Isle of Wight

2011-02-22T11:56:00.003Z

New updated photographs added for Swifts Cottage at St Lawrence on the Isle of Wight. Swifts has beautiful views of the sea off the south east coast of the Isle of Wight and this view can be enjoyed from a sunny spot of decking.

For more information about Swifts go to www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/swifts/

May Half Term Holiday Cottages

2011-02-21T08:56:00.002Z

We have a selection of May Half Term Cottages available for self catering holiday cottages on the Isle of Wight.

islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/holidays/mayhalfterm

Orchard Bay House

2011-02-19T12:57:00.004Z

A new luxurious self catering holiday home on the South East of the Isle of Wight. This large holiday home has a unique position by the sea with a quite cove right infront of the cottage.

The 5 bedrooms are beautifully decorated and all enjoy stunning sea views.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/orchardbay

Thatched Cottage Isle of Wight

2011-02-14T14:58:00.001Z

We now have a special selection of thatched cottages on the Isle of Wight.

We have a good selection of Isle of Wight thatched cottages in excellent holiday locations.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/traditional/thatched/

Isle of Wight Attractions

2011-02-11T08:09:00.002Z

The people at isleofwightattractions.co.uk offer a list of attractions on the Isle of Wight to help you plan a family day out on the Isle of Wight or explore the many things to do on the Isle of Wight.

You will also find a large number of photographs of the Island and guides to beaches, the environment and public houses.

For more information visit www.isleofwightattractions.co.uk

Farm Cottages Isle of Wight

2011-02-04T10:53:00.003Z

We have put together a new page of farm cottages on the Isle of Wight. All of the cottages are located on an Isle of Wight farm and have beautiful rural positions.

for more information www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/farm/

Isle of Wight Locations

2011-01-31T13:53:00.001Z

Isle of Wight Locations

East Isle of Wight Holiday Cottages

Central Isle of Wight Holiday Cottages

North Isle of Wight

South Isle of Wight

West Isle of Wight

Bembridge Holiday Cottages

Brighstone Holiday Cottages

Carisbrooke Holiday Cottages

Cowes Holiday Cottages

Freshwater Holiday Cottages

Godshill Holiday Cottages

Niton Holiday Cottages

Seaview Holiday Cottages

Shanklin Holiday Cottages

Shorwell Holiday Cottages

Ventnor Holiday Cottages

Whitwell Holiday Cottages

Wootton Holiday Cottages

Yarmouth Holiday Cottages

Romany Cottage - Totland Isle of Wight

2011-01-22T22:08:00.004Z

Romany Cottage is a new cottage at Totland, Isle of Wight. Much more information is coming soon.

www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/romany/

Neighbouring Cottages on the Isle of Wight

2011-01-04T18:01:00.002Z

Adjoining and neighbouring self catering cottages on the Isle of Wight. Isle of Wight holiday cottages which are near each other or joined together.

Groups of cottages for families or groups to book together.

www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/adjoining/

Isle of Wight Cottage with Swimming Pool

2011-01-02T23:15:00.002Z

We have put together all our cottages with swimming pools together on one page.

View cottages with swimming pools here www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/swimmingpool

Add Review to Isle of Wight Guide

2011-01-01T23:22:00.001Z

You can add a new review to our Isle of Wight guide. For more information at www.wightinfo.co.uk

February Half Term Self Catering

2011-01-01T13:29:00.002Z

Speacial selection of self catering holiday cottages available for Half Term holidays on the Isle of Wight.

More half term and school holidays available from our Isle of Wight School Holidays page.

New Website Design

2010-12-20T20:22:00.002Z

Our new website pages have just gone online! The new design makes it easier to find your perfect holiday cottage on the Isle of Wight. Find out more at Isle of Wight Self Catering Cottages page.

New Cottages Isle of Wight

2010-12-02T17:42:00.001Z

You can see the latest cottages to Island Cottage Holidays on our special new cottages website. The new cottages have more availability in peak season weeks so it is worth keeping an eye on.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/new/

Castle Coach House - Ventnor

2010-12-01T14:34:00.003Z

Castle Coach House is a beautiful new self catering holiday cottage in Ventnor within a few minutes walk of the beach. The pretty traditional cottage is decorated and furnished to a high standard and is extremely welcoming and comfortable.

Find out more about Castle Coach House at www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/castlecoach/

Dylan Wing - Alum Bay

2010-11-30T22:55:00.004Z

Dylan Wing is a new cottage at Alum Bay on the Isle of Wight. This beautiful rural cottage enjoys sea views and is alongside the Tennyson Downs. A short walk along the downs takes you into Freshwater where there is an attractive bay ideal for swimming.

You can find out more about Dylan Wing by visiting www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/dylan/

Brighstone Cottages

2010-11-24T22:17:00.003Z

A new selection of cottages for specific Isle of Wight locations.

These are Isle of Wight cottages available in Brigstone Isle of Wight.

www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/brighstone

Romantic Cottage Isle of Wight

2010-11-22T22:09:00.002Z

The Isle of Wight is a very romatic location and without a heart shaped ballon in sight. The pretty villages and stunning sceanary makes for a trul romatic holiday and we have picked out some cottages which we believe are especially romanic.

www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/romantic/

Corfe Castle Cottage

2010-11-21T18:23:00.002Z

New microsite for Afflington Manor Cottage now online. More information about Afflington Manor Cottage with links to the local area of Corfe Castle and more photos and information.

afflington.cottagecorfecastle.co.uk

Afton Farmhouse - Freshwater, Isle of Wight

2010-11-17T13:58:00.004Z

Afton Farmhouse is a new cottage to Island Cottage Holidays in Freshwater Isle of Wight. This lovely Georgian farmhouse stands in ‘An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ on the west side of the island on the outskirts of Freshwater and within a 15 minute walk of the beach at Freshwater Bay. The property is in a wonderful cycling and walking area. Visitors can join the coastal path or stroll along the banks of the nearby River Yar. A number of small sandy coves are within a 10 minute drive.

www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/aftonfarm/

Cowes Week Accommodation

2010-11-07T12:18:00.001Z

Cowes Week live availability for self catering accommodation.

Go to www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/holidays/cowesweek/ for more information.

Beach House Seaview, Isle of Wight

2010-11-06T20:38:00.003Z

The Beach House is a new cottage to Island Cottage Holidays and has a fantastic location by the sea at Seaview. This large and spacious cottage is a fantastic way to enjoy a holiday at Seaview.

Key features of the house include a large open planned living space, a large balcony with 180 degree sea view, a cinema and large, luxurious bedrooms.

for more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/cottages/beachhouse/

What's On in Purbeck

2010-11-06T11:30:00.002Z

A new Purbeck what's on guide is now suggesting upcoming music events in Purbeck. To find a Purbeck event and see what's on go to www.thepurbecks.co.uk/whats-on-purbeck

PS. You can also add your own music or outdoor event.

Isle of Wight Holiday Locations

2010-11-01T14:39:00.007Z

View our range of Isle of Wight holiday cottages in these top Isle of Wight locations:

Seaview Cottages, Isle of Wight

Ventnor Cottages, Isle of Wight

Shanklin Cottages, Isle of Wight

Freshwater Cottages, Isle of Wight

School Holidays Isle of Wight

2010-10-30T11:16:00.002+01:00

We have a launched a new School Holidays page listing the availability for cottages on the Isle of Wight during all the school holidays.

At the moment we have February Half Term Cottages online at www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/holidays/februaryhalfterm/

Isle of Wight Walking Festival Accommodation

2010-10-30T02:26:00.002+01:00

A dedicated page for Isle of Wight Walking Festival Cottages is now online.

A selection of cottages available from the 7th May, the 14th May and 21st May.

Find a cottage to enjoy the walking festival at www.islandcottageholidays.com/isleofwight/holidays/walkingfestival/

2 Mead Cottage - Lower Borthwood Farm

2010-10-29T12:01:00.002+01:00

2 Mead cottage is a new rural cottage at Alverstone on the Isle of Wight. This peaceful rural cottage is close to the East coast of the Isle of Wight and ideal for family holidays which include a visit to Shanklin, Seaview or Ventnor.

This quiet rural cottage is in a great location for walking, cycling and seeing nature.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/mead2.html

1 Mead Cottage - Lower Borthwood Farm

2010-10-29T11:56:00.003+01:00

1 Mead Cottage a new cottage in Alvertone, Isle of Wight which sleeps 4 + 1 in 2 bedrooms. This attractive rural cottage is available for holidays in 2011.

Ideal for families wishing to holiday on the East coast of the Isle of Wight near Shanklin, Sandown and Seaview. Quiet rural location great for relaxing and getting away from a hectic world.

For more information visit: www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/mead1.html

Isle of Wight Holiday Guide

2010-10-22T20:06:00.004+01:00

Our Isle of Wight Guide is now Wight Info and you can find it at www.wightinfo.co.uk

Find out more about what to see and do on the Isle of Wight at Wight Info

Isle of Wight Videos

2010-10-19T09:32:00.007+01:00

We have added two new cottage videos to our website. They are for Yafford Mill Barn and Afflington Manor Cottage.

All of our Isle of Wight Videos are available at http://www.islandcottageholidays.com/video/

Casses - Brighstone, Isle of Wight

2010-10-11T10:43:00.003+01:00

Casses is a traditional thatched holiday cottage at Brighstone on the Isle of Wight. The location is ideal for walkers and those wishing to visit the West side of the Isle of Wight. The sea and beaches are within a pleasant walk of the cottage and footpaths take you up onto the Tennyson Downs. A small village shop, a good public house and a national trust shop are all within a short walk.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/casses.html

Pictou Cottage at Niton Isle of Wight

2010-10-08T17:58:00.002+01:00

Pictou (pick-too) Cottage at Niton is a new cottage for Island Cottage Holidays. This 3 bedroom cottage sleeps 6 people.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/pictou.html

Baltija - St Lawrence, Isle of Wight

2010-10-06T13:32:00.002+01:00

A new self catering cottage from Island Cottage Holidays with a beautiful coastal location at St Lawrence. Within easy reach of the coastal path to Ventnor.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/baltija.html

Disability Friendly Isle of Wight Cottage

2010-09-24T15:33:00.001+01:00

New website for Yafford Mill Barn which extra information for those with impaired mobility.

Find more information at yaffordmillbarn.westisleofwight.co.uk

Letting a cottage on the Isle of Wight

2010-09-21T19:13:00.002+01:00

New information for those thinking of letting an Isle of Wight property for holidays. Packed with useful information and details about holiday letting you second home.

Find out statistics about how many weeks you can let your cottage for and what our customers think of us. For instance:

Last year 99.3% of customers ranked our service Good to Excellent.
28.3 weeks per year booking average.
Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/letting/

Isle of Wight Winter Long Lets

2010-09-12T13:55:00.000+01:00

We have now launched our Winter Long Let Availability which details cottages available for a longer period over the winter.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/longlets/winter.html

Luxury Isle of Wight Accommodation

2010-08-24T17:03:00.000+01:00

The most luxurious 5 Star Gold Award, 5 Star and 4 Star Gold Award self catering cottages on the Isle of Wight.

More than 15 top quality cottages across the Isle of Wight.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/luxury/

Island Cottage Holidays - New Website

2010-08-24T16:41:00.001+01:00

Our front page now has some new features such as:

Map Search - to find a cottage by the Isle of Wight location
Facebook & Twitter buttons
Easy use Isle of Wight services menu
More information about the Isle of Wight
and much more.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com

Isle of Wight Beaches @ Telegraph Online

2010-08-11T13:57:00.000+01:00

A guide to beaches on the Isle of Wight from the Telegraph Newspaper.

Cowes Week - Isle of Wight

2010-08-01T19:07:00.000+01:00

Cowes Week is well underway. Here are some early photographs of Cowes Week.

Afflington Manor Cottage - Corfe Castle

2010-08-01T19:01:00.002+01:00

A new cottage in the grounds of a beautiful manor in the Isle of Purbeck is now available for holiday lets with Island Cottage Holidays.

Newly renovated to an excellent standard. Sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms. A large garden room and a fenced lawn. Walks can be taken across the Isle of Purbeck right from the cottage.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/cottages/afflingtoncottage/

Yafford on the Isle of Wight

2010-07-24T00:36:00.001+01:00

The historic village of Yafford is maybe the most tucked away hamlet on the Isle of Wight. Many Islanders will need a map to find it and even regular visitors can get lost in the narrow lanes with their high banks.

The main feature of the village is Yafford Mill (no longer open to the public) which is beautifully preserved and still capable of being operated. In the past it used to attract visitors to watch it in action and to view the mill pond with its resident seal.

The village of Yafford is close to the sea on the South West of the Isle of Wight. The location makes it ideal for those wishing to walk along the coast or enjoy a peaceful rural location on the Isle of Wight.

More information about the mill can be found at:
http://freespace.virgin.net/iw.history/archive/newsjan9.htm and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yafford

Yafford has a holiday cottage called Yafford Mill Barn available to let for holidays. For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/yaffordmillbarn.html

Plum Tree Cottage - Corfe Castle

2010-07-16T09:38:00.001+01:00

This traditional stone built cottage is located in the heart of Corfe Castle and enjoys garden views of the Castle. A 2 min walk takes you into the central square of Corfe Castle from where you can then take a steam train to Swanage.

Plum Tree Cottage is one of our Purbeck Cottages which are a selection of rural and coastal location on the Isle of Purbeck.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/cottages/plumtree/

You can find places to see, things to do and much more at www.thepurbecks.co.uk

Swanage Cottage

2010-07-15T12:05:00.000+01:00

New dedicated page for Swanage cottages and holiday information for Swange Dorset.

Find out more at www.swanageholidaycottage.co.uk

More information about Swanage at www.thepurbecks.co.uk/swanage

Great East Standen

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This traditional rural Isle of Wight cottage is let for self catering holidays all year round. A beautiful location is more than matched by a Gold Award winning standard inside.

Great East Standen is a short way from Arreton Manor and Arreton Barns as well as a number of good public houses.

Walkers will enjoy the many foot paths and cycle routes that pass by.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/greateaststanden.html

For information on the local area:
www.arretonmanor.co.uk/
www.arretonbarns.co.uk/

Carisbrooke Cottages

2010-07-14T22:59:00.001+01:00

Carisbrooke is village at the heart of the Isle of Wight and famous for the impressive 10th Century castle of Carisbrooke Castle. The rural village at the foot of Carisbrooke Castle is a historic settlement and contains a number of traditional cottages and buildings.

From Carisbrooke it is possible to easily access any part of the Isle of Wight and many do so on bike or foot. A number of footpaths, bridal ways and cycle paths pass through the village and take you anywhere from Freshwater in the West to Shanklin in the East.

Island Cottage Holidays has a number of holiday cottages in Carisbrooke and here are a few you might want to consider.

Virginia Cottage - Carisbrooke
Clatterford Coach House - Carisbrooke
Hildas Cottage - Carisbrooke
Bramble Cottage - Near Carisbrooke

More information about the Carisbrooke Castle can be found at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carisbrooke_Castle

Seafield - Studland Cottage

2010-07-14T14:52:00.000+01:00

New website for Seafield in Studland.

Find out more at seafield.studlandcottage.co.uk

Corfe Castle Cottages

2010-07-14T10:19:00.000+01:00

Dedicated page to cottages in Corfe Castle. Information about Corfe Castle and cottage accommodation.

Find out more at www.cottagecorfecastle.co.uk

Studland Cottage

2010-07-13T09:08:00.000+01:00

New cottages in Studland have a special page with more information.

Find out more at www.studlandcottage.co.uk/

Isle of Wight Summer Holiday Availability

2010-07-12T14:23:00.001+01:00

New updates to our summer holiday availability section. Isle of Wight cottages in July and August now with reduced prices.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/seasonal/summerholidays.html

Swanage Cottage

2010-07-09T10:45:00.000+01:00

Central Villas is one of the new Swanage holiday cottages on the Isle of Purbeck.

For more information visit centralvillas.swanageholidaycottage.co.uk

Isle of Wight Summer Holiday Cottages

2010-07-09T09:03:00.002+01:00

New availability page for the summer holiday period. Late availability and special offers in July and August on the Isle of Wight.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/seasonal/summerholidays.html

Disabled Access Cottages on the Isle of Wight

2010-07-08T17:55:00.002+01:00

A new range of easy access Isle of Wight cottages suitable for those with reduced mobility are available.

These Isle of Wight cottages have been awarded accessability awards or are on a single story or have a downstairs bedroom and bathroom.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/access/

Shiloh Stable Cottage in Wootton

2010-07-08T15:36:00.003+01:00

Shiloh Stable Cottage in Wootton is a beautiful luxury cottage in peaceful rural surroundings.

The cottage has sea views over the green countryside on the North of the Isle of Wight.

For more information visit http://www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/shilohstable.html

Isle of Wight Cycling Holiday

2010-07-08T15:26:00.004+01:00

Staff from Island Cottage Holidays have just finished a two day walking and cycling trip around the Isle of Wight.

Covering over 80km they visited some of the Isle of Wight's many areas of natural beauty.

Here are some of the photos:

You can find out more about the Isle of Wight cycling and a special Isle of Wight Cycling Festival at http://www.sunseaandcycling.com/

Sea Cottage - Studland

2010-05-29T19:59:00.005+01:00

New Studland Self Catering Cottage from Island Cottage Holidays. This coastal cottage is located within a short walk of the sandy beach at Studland.

For more information visit www.islandcottageholidays.com/purbeck/cottages/seacottage.html

Steephill Cove Cottage

2010-05-24T09:28:00.003+01:00

Steephill Cove is a beautiful oasis on the East coast of the Isle of Wight. Due to it being relatively unknown it is far more peaceful than other beaches - even in the height of the season.

A couple of cafes, a simple but good seafood restaurant and an ice cream place make up the services so bathers. You can find out more about Steephill cove on our Isle of Wight Guide www.islandcottageholidays.com/guide

The cottage of Western Lines enjoys beautiful sea views over Steephill Cove on the Isle of Wight. Light and fresh air fill this spacious cottage and a short walk takes your to the beach at Steephill Cove.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/westernlines.html

Disabled Access Isle of Wight Self Catering Cottage

2010-05-19T20:34:00.002+01:00

Yafford Mill Barn is a new disabled access cottage on the Isle of Wight. This cottage has been specially designed to cater for those with reduced mobility.

www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/yaffordmillbarn.html

Greystone Cottage - Brook, Isle of Wight

2010-05-15T09:14:00.002+01:00

New large and luxurious seaside holiday cottage in Brook, Isle of Wight. Large lawned garden, sea views towards the cliffs at Freshwater and rural views of Tennyson Downs.

Find out more at www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/greystone.html

Purbeck Guide

2010-04-11T23:18:00.002+01:00

To help our guests plan an exciting and rewarding holiday in Purbeck we have launched our Isle of Purbeck Guide.

Go to www.thepurbecks.co.uk to see it in action.

5 Star Self Catering Isle of Wight

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Monks Path is the epitome of quality self catering on the Isle of Wight.

View more information about this beautiful cottage the Monks Path website

Easter Self Catering Isle of Wight

2010-01-30T17:19:00.002Z

Great range of self catering cottages available for Easter. Enjoy a break on the Isle of Wight this Easter with Island Cottage Holidays.

Click here for Cottages Available for Easter.

Great East Sanden Manor

2010-01-17T14:12:00.002Z

This beautiful cottage is our cottage of the week. A repectfully restored cottage with original features. Ideal for a family holiday in a attractive rural location on the Isle of Wight.

Great East Standen Manor holiday cottage.

Honeymoon Cottage - Whitwell, Isle of Wight

2010-01-08T07:53:00.002Z

Honeymoon Cottage dedicated website launched. Now you can see even more information about the attractive cottage located in the countryside above Whitell, Isle of Wight.

Honeymoon Cottage website

Corfe Castle Cottage

2010-01-08T07:51:00.002Z

New Corfe Castle Self Catering available. Penny Cottage, Corfe Castle is a stone built, thatched cottage near the centre of the village of Corfe Castle.

View Penny Cottage website for more details.

Godshill Self Catering Cottages

2009-11-13T23:58:00.002Z

New website for holiday cottages in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Holiday Guide

2009-10-21T23:25:00.002+01:00

New Isle of Wight Holiday Guide from Island Cottage Holidays.

A list of recommended places to eat on the Isle of Wight, things to see on the Isle of Wight and an Isle of Wight Events Calendar.

Penny Cottage in Corfe Castle

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Penny Cottage is an historic thatched cottage in Corfe Castle.

Have a look at Penny Cottage on our website.

Or visit our Purbeck and Dorset Cottages page for more cottages in Dorset

Dorset Cottages

2009-09-06T10:07:00.001+01:00

New range of Dorset cottages from Island Cottage Holidays.

Central Villas in Swanage

Topsail House in Swange

self catering cottages isle of wight

2009-07-10T18:33:00.002+01:00

Island Cottage Holidays now has the largest selection of quality self catering cottages on the Isle of Wight .

To view more than 90 cottages available for 2010 visit our website at http://www.islandcottageholidays.com

Seabreeze Cottage - Brighstone, Isle of Wight

2009-07-10T15:35:00.002+01:00

Seabreeze Cottage at Brighstone Isle of Wight is now available for letting from October.

This charming seaside cottage is located on the South west of the Isle of Wight and has a short walk to the beach.

You can view more information or book through our website at http://www.islandcottageholidays.com/cottages/seabreeze.html

Soak Cottage at Freshwater Isle of Wight

2009-07-10T15:29:00.003+01:00

We are proud to be able a new cottage this July. Soak Cottage at Freshwater is on the West of the Isle of Wight. It has a traditional look and feel, with a thatched roof and original features, as well as modern conveniences to make you feel at home.

Visit Soak Cottage at our website http://www.islandcottageholidays.com

Self Catering in the Isle of Wight

2009-07-06T22:58:00.003+01:00

New self catering cottages on the Isle of Wight now on-line.

New Isle of Wight Cottages

2009-06-27T12:49:00.002+01:00

Two new properties have been added to our books Seabreeze Cottage at Brighstone and Lamberts Cottage at Freshwater