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Cliffside Cosy Cottage by Cowes Beach: 1x KING-Size Double BR & a Twin/Kids BR

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Property grounds
On the beach, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Cowes
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal London Yacht Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Harbour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪95 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cliffside Cosy Cottage by Cowes Beach: 1x KING-Size Double BR & a Twin/Kids BR

Cliffside is a cosy cottage right by Cowes Beach (ten seconds walk) with a traditional English country cottage garden with sea view.

A Very large master king-size double bedroom with sink and armchair. The master bedroom features a bolt lock, allowing it to be locked from the inside. Armchair.

A Twin/Children's bedroom is made available when you book for 3 or 4 guests.
This is officially a Children's bedroom, but has had more adults stay in it than children; Sailors, Walkers, Cyclists etc & other adults, including many elderly, but it's probably not ideal for very elderly or infirm guests staying for many nights. I'm 6 ft 2" and weigh 16 stone and have spent many a comfortable night in them.

ALL bedrooms & the main bathroom have a garden and sea view.

Inflatable Canoe is available too (use at your own risk, but it's only 2 years old and has 2 lifejackets).

The Patio has a Table that can easily fit 4 people around it, a Chiminea and a small BBQ. There are 6 director chairs for the patio table in total, so you can fit more if you want. There are also 2 sun beds and 2 beach/garden seats/chairs in the potting shed for garden or beach sunbathing.

It's exactly a 17-minute walk from the RedJet high-speed ferry terminal. Just walk along the high street for 5 minutes, then along the parade, then down the beach, then you're here :)

The space:

Traditional English country cottage with a lovely garden with views down to the beach and the sea (Solent).

Upstairs:

Three bedrooms

- Very large Master Double Bedroom with a KING-SIZE bed for you, with its own sink and is also adjacent to your exclusive bathroom, so it's pretty much an 'en-suite'. The bedroom includes a Mini Kettle for Tea and Coffee. Four Towels. Hairdryer. The bolt lock is lockable from the inside. It also has an armchair so you can sit at the window and look down over the garden to the beach. You can see the beach and the sea from your pillows too :).

- One smaller bedroom/study perfect for up to 2 children, adolescents, sailors, walkers, cyclists, or any adults happy with smaller single beds, but probably not very elderly or infirm people for many nights, even though many elderly guests have happily stayed in them and I'm 6 ft 2" and weigh 16 stone and in my mid 50s and have spent many a comfortable night in them.

- One double bedroom is mine since I live here normally, BUT I do vacate for VRBO guests who want the place to themselves. Just let me know a week or more before your arrival so I can plan accordingly.

- Bathroom for your exclusive use, with a modern, spacious shower enclosed with a screen (no bath). Sink, W.C., Airing/Drying Cupboard, Ironing board and iron. This bathroom is next door to the master bedroom, and since you have exclusive use, it's pretty much 'en-suite'.

Ground floor:

- Kitchen - Brand new kitchen 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 (Tumble dryer is in the guest bathroom cupboard).

- Dining room with 4 chairs, a big sofa, and a chaise longue. More chairs (fold-ups) are available upon request if you want to entertain more people than are in your main group.

- Bathroom Downstairs (brand new Feb23): Shower, W.C & Sink.

- Living Room with wood-burning stove and fireplace, 3 sofas and TV.

Guest access:

This listing is officially for the Master Bedroom, Bathrooms, Dining room, Kitchen, Garden & Patio area & all listed amenities, and if you book 1 or 2 additional guests (3 and/or 4 guests in total), then the children's room is made available too.

Other things to note:
If you're happy with me staying in the house during your stay, then the dining room will be laid for breakfast every morning with Muesli & Corn Flakes, Milk & Orange Juice, Butter etc is in the kitchen fridge & Croissants in the bread bin, Bread in the freezer's bottom drawer. If not, then that set-up will be for just your first night since I won't be around to relay the table, etc., etc. There's also a mini-kettle in the master bedroom with two mugs and tea bags, sugar, etc.

If you're interested in booking Cliffside for a larger group (5 or 6 guests) then message me to discuss options.

********** NEW FOR 2023 **********

- New!
Modern, stylish kitchen with all facilities.

- New!
The downstairs corridor has been brought to the front of the house (it was at the back), so there's more light & warmth at the front of the house into the kitchen and dining room, and a more natural flowing corridor from the front doorway into the hall, then kitchen and then onto the dining room.

- New!
Water system, much more efficient than before, with brand new boiler & water tank/cylinder and pipes, so water is now always hot & heating heats up fast.

- New!
Downstairs bathroom, which means the main upstairs bathroom adjacent to the master bedroom is now essentially 'en-suite' for the sole use of guests.

- New!
Gravel Pathway.

- Newly!
Decorated Master Bedroom & Dining Room & misc improvements & adjustments, such as making the master bedroom lockable from the inside

- New!
Carpets on the stairs & the upstairs hall/corridor (downstairs carpets have all been machine cleaned).

- New!
The garden patio wall has been rebuilt and re-painted & the patio paving stones have been pressure-washed clean.

- New!
New smoke & CO2 alarms have been fitted as well as a full gas safety inspection, resulting in achieving the CP12 Gas Safety Certification.

*********CAR FERRY DISCOUNTS / VOUCHERS**********

I have some Red Funnel Car Ferry Discount codes/vouchers (20% off) available for guests who book 3 or more nights. Just send me a message after you have booked to stay here, requesting discount codes, and I'll reply with the code asap.

********* 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.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Royal London Yacht Club. Features include free breakfast, plus a gym and laundry facilities. The cottage offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free breakfast offered
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a gym
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Royal London Yacht Club and RedJet Ferry Terminal
Free breakfast is available. A fitness centre, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Cliffside Cosy Cottage by Cowes Beach: 1x KING-Size Double BR & a Twin/Kids BR.

This Cowes cottage is smoke free.

Guests are served a free breakfast.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
My only checkout instructions/requests is that you lock the door and post keys back through the letterbox in the door if im not there to see you off. Thats it :)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Cliffside Cosy Cottage by Cowes Beach: 1x KING-Size Double BR & a Twin/Kids BR Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Cottage was very clean and tidy and Dan the host was very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Derek D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable, excellent location and a super host. We were very well looked after and made extremely welcome. Hoping to get back next year
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely spacious house. Very convenient to the town and sea front. Dan was a brilliant host and provided us with loads of provisions. Also gave a useful tour of the house and even lit the log fire for us on arrival. We had a really enjoyable stay and would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ray L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Comfortable, Dan is hospitable and generous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy stay

We had an excellent stay in Dan’s home. He provided excellent suggestions for places to eat and sites to see. The bed was super comfortable and the area was quiet which allowed for superb sleep. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Cowes Isle of Wright

Fabulous sailing town. Wonderful history and landscape. Needed to spend more time there. Our host and cottage was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

An absolute Jem of a place . Perfect position and Dan was a star ! Very welcoming and made us feel very comfortable . We will be back for sure 💯
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy Central Cowes Cottage

Our stay for three nights was most enjoyable. Dan made us very welcome and his hospitality and friendliness were top notch. The location suited our needs for the Red Funnel ferry, bars and facilities brilliantly. Many thanks Dan for all your help.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowes Week 2023

An absolute gem of a property. Hidden away from the town centre, but easy enough to walk to. Beautiful period cottage, with a great vibe. Dan is a great host, friendly, helpful and organised. Staying here made our week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Host

Amazing location and lovely house. We had welcome drinks in the garden and warm croissants for breakfast. Dan is so welcoming, nothing he won't do for you! We arrived as guests but definitely left as friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

fiona c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend

Where do I begin? Such a fabulous place and what a great chap Dan is. Couldn’t do enough for us. Accommodation is a Gem. Host is a Star Location Perfect I’m not going to waffle on, we loved it and will return. Thankyou Dan till next time xx
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeannette w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a lovely host

The property was clean and within distance of everything worth visiting (well it is the IOW so distance is no problem!)Dan the host was exceptional and made sure that everything was just so. It was a huge cottage for one person but that made it so much better, I could travel between rooms and felt that I had gone on a journey. Absolutely everything was there, even a tub of Meds for those small accidents. Faultless Dan and I thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

colin e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home.

The kindest and most hospitable of hosts. Dan was like a long lost friend and nothing was too much trouble for him. Pour llast evening was served over a bottle or two of wine and the stories flowed with inexplicable shared experiences. We will definitely be staying in touch. We will most certainly be recommending a stay here. Thank you Dan for everything. Colin and Lyn X
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large bedroom in a charming seaside house

We spent 4 great days at Dan's who was so welcoming and friendly. The bedroom is very big and the bed is so comfy. Dans provides some cereals, croissants, orange juice and hot drinks every morning. Another perk was that we could use the kitchen and cook our meals, or take an already prepared salad on the table outside to enjoy the sun in the garden. Cherry on the cake: Dan has got a kayak we used to paddle along the coast which was fun. We practised our English over a drink on our last night.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowes Excellent

Dans the perfect host, very accommodating and a relaxed atmosphere. His guest room is wonderful and bright. Love the big windows for gazing out with my coffee in the morning and listening to the birds. Just a short walk down the parade “paved path” along the shoreline to town. Sailors this is the spot for you. Quaint town with plenty of Shops and Pubs. Loving it. Be sure to bring you walking shoes. It was a great choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gerne! Hier ist eine freundliche und professionelle Bewertung für das Ferienhaus:⸻Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in diesem schönen und sehr sauberen Ferienhaus. Es ist bestens ausgestattet und liegt in einer ruhigen, angenehmen Umgebung. Ludovic und Celine waren äußerst hilfsbereit und standen uns jederzeit mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. Man merkt, dass ihnen das Wohl Ihrer Gäste am Herzen liegt. Wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt. Wir können es uneingeschränkt empfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely incredible:-)

I cannot rate Dan and his wonderful cottage highly enough. Characterful, cosy, delightfully and tastefully decorated and so homely, it was just wonderful to arrive to and we didn't want to leave! Amazing situation so close to the centre of Cowes yet so quiet and peacefully tucked away with a gorgeous garden and overlooking the beach. Dan's communication and help prior to booking and arriving was outstanding and his attention to detail and little touches were simply the best we have ever experienced in any holiday property. A table laid for breakfast, stove ready to be lit and it was all so clean and tidy and welcoming. Many many thanks and we hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt

ein sehr nettes Ferienhaus mit reichlich Platz für 2 Personen und ohne übertriebenen Komfort, sehr netter und bemühter Vermieter, unkompliziert
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022