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Located in Cowes, in a historic building, 25 km from Blackgang Chine, Cliffside is a recently renovated homestay with a garden and tennis court. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the homestay's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. The homestay offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available daily. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the homestay can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at Cliffside will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cowes, like cycling, fishing and canoeing. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Carisbrooke Castle is 8.2 km from Cliffside, while Robin Hill is 13 km away. Bournemouth Airport is 55 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Cowes, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Cowes

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Guests who stayed here loved

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    Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything you need is there for breakfast, and just a very short walk to the town ( along the seafront) for evening meals and drinks.
  • Gelena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is spacious and light, and very comfortable.
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really lovely house and great host. Super location and the sea being so close was wonderful for us Pisceans
  • J
    Jennifer
    Australia Australia
    The property was excellent, perfect location for Cowes town, and the beach. A quiet location not far from town. The facilities were great, the host welcoming.
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    Combination of a cottage rental and a B&B, which sounds a bit odd, but works well. Breakfast was continental, self service but well stocked. Lovely quiet spot and a very friendly host. Good kitchen for self catering.
  • Christy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cliffside is in a brilliant location, very near the beach and an easy walk from the ferry. Dan was very welcoming and helpful. We got very wet after walking in the rain one morning but were able to come back and dry our things on the heated towel...
  • Sherry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Based in a beautiful location with stunning scenery. Very close to the beach. Surrounded by lovely restaurants. Host Dan was absolutely brilliant made us feel really welcome and comfortable. Would highly recommend this property.
  • Helen
    Germany Germany
    We had an amazing stay at Dan's charming green guesthouse in Cowes. From the moment we arrived, Dan was incredibly welcoming and did everything to ensure we needed to have a comfortable stay. The room was clean, with lots of space, and full of...
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Dan, the host, is an exceptionally nice and helpful chap. He made us very welcome, and had lots of helpful suggestions. The house is less than a minute walk from the beach, and 10-15 minutes into the throbbing heart of Cowes. The accommodation is...
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cottage was like home from home. Dan left everything out for breakfast. Dan was very welcoming. Great location on the edge of Cowes

Hosted by Dan Lawrence

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Host review score
Dan Lawrence
Cosy Cottage 10 seconds walk to Cowes Beach + Traditional English Country Cottage Garden + Sea View 1 VERY BIG Master Double Bedroom with KING-SIZE Bed 1 Dining Room All bedrooms & main bathroom have a sea view CYCLISTS! There is a lockable shed, perfect for storing bicycles etc Inflatable Canoe is available too (use at your own risk but is only 2 yrs old & has 2 lifejackets) Chimanea on Patio 20 min walk from the RedJet, down the high street, then the beach and you're here :) Traditional English country cottage and lovely garden with views down to the beach and the sea (Solent). Upstairs Three bedrooms: - Very large Master Double Bedroom with KING SIZE bed for you, with its own sink and is also adjacent to the upstairs bathroom which is for your exclusive use, so is essentially 'en-suite'. Includes Mini Kettle, Mugs, Tea & Coffee, Hairdryer. 4 Towels provided. Bolt Lock so the bedroom is lockable from the inside. - One double bedroom is mine. - From the 1st October 2023, the option of renting the additional two beds in the children's/spare bedroom will end since there will be a new lodger called Hattie who is a lovely 23-year-old apprentice sailmaker and keen sailer, who will be living here whilst she does her apprenticeship sailmaking course. - Bathroom for your exclusive use (so is 'en-suite' really), with a modern spacious shower enclosed with a screen (no bath). Sink, W.C., Airing/Drying Cupboard, Ironing board and iron. Ground floor - Living Room with stove fireplace - Kitchen - Brand new kitchen just installed in Feb23 with four induction hobs plus one separate big induction hob, brand new oven and a separate combined microwave/oven unit. Kettle, toaster, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. - Dining room with 4 chairs and a chaise long - Bathroom, downstairs: Shower cubicle, W.C & sink. (brand new for Feb23) CHRISTMAS23 - message to discuss **CAR FERRY DISCOUNTS / VOUCHERS if you book 3 nights or more, book room then message
Hello :) I'm a UK-based digital marketing consultant (SEO'r) and one of the worlds very first Digital Nomads who loves to travel. I also love music and good food so always welcome a trip to places where I can combine those, also preferably in the sun and on a nice beach. I've been living in London for 20+ years but moved to the Isle Of Wight in 2012 to live by the sea for a while. This is my home base HQ and frequently head off to even sunnier climes to live the Digital Nomad dream. I look forward to welcoming you into my home as a guest, I am both an AirBnB Superhost and a VRBO Premier Host, you will be well looked after :). You get almost the whole house to yourselves apart from my bedroom, and my office/spare bedroom (unless you have rented it out additionally for your children to stay in etc). The kitchen is shared and the living room is not officially included but you are welcome to use it by all means, especially if the weathers not good and you just want to chill in the house. CHRISTMAS 2023 - message me to discuss your requirements!!! If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask. All Very Best Dan :) ps - ********* Available For Hire for a Filming ********** Cliffside is available for hire as a filming venue/location! It has already been used as a filming location for the TV program 'Saving Lives At Sea'. Some of the brave volunteers from the local RNLI were interviewed in the dining room about the rescues they have been involved in. Message me to discuss options and availability.
The house is located in a prime position overlooking the beach and sea (The Solent) in West Cowes, so you can look down toward the beach and sea from the garden & in the hammock if the weather allows. It's a ten-second walk to the beach where there is a tea and ice cream shop open from April to October, but I have plastic glasses for most types of drinks & a picnic rug so why not take drinks/picnic etc down to the beach on sunny days. You walk to the next village along the coast to Gurnard which is World renowned for having some of the best sunsets in the World, which you can enjoy with a pint from one of the three wonderful terraces in the beer garden of The Woodvale pub (which also serves food). If you do, don't forget to keep your eyes open for a white house on the front overlooking the beach with a plaque in the pavement with an interesting story about Winston Churchill's parents meeting there (this is only about a 2-minute walk from Cliffside). I have a two-person canoe/kayak too which you can either paddle up or down Cowes Beach or if you're feeling adventurous along to the next village's beach (Gurnard). You can walk here in 20 minutes from the RedJet (or a 5-minute taxi). Just walk West along the High Street from the RedJet terminal, along the parade, around the Royal Yach Squadron, then down the beach and you're here :). If you're coming by car ferry from Southampton (Red Funnel) then you just get the floating bridge/chain ferry across the Medina (5 minutes) then it's a maximum of a ten-minute drive here. It's also a nice walk to the chain ferry where you cross the Medina to go and visit East Cowes attractions such as Queen Victoria's old home, Osborne House. Cliffside is in a perfect location since it's a quiet location on the edge of town by the beach but within very easy walking distance so you can walk in and enjoy the many pubs and new restaurants that have been popping up recently, which is great to see. CHRISTMAS 2023 - message me to discuss
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Cliffside
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Pub crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Snorkelling
    Off-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    • Laundry

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Wellness

    • Yoga classes
    • Sun umbrellas

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Cliffside takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 23:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 04:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    £45 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Cliffside in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Cliffside

    • The prices at Cliffside may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Guests staying at Cliffside can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet
    • Cliffside is 850 yards from the centre of Cowes. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Cliffside is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Cliffside offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Snorkelling
      • Table tennis
      • Diving
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beachfront
      • Tennis equipment
      • Beach
      • Badminton equipment
      • Temporary art galleries
      • Yoga classes
      • Pub crawls