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Beautiful, secluded, country cottage near to beach
SPECIAL OFFER - FREE FERRY TICKETS ON ALL NEW BOOKINGS FOR 3 OR MORE NIGHTS. Ask for details The Old Stables a beautiful, cosy and stylish barn conversion near Freshwater Bay on the Isle of Wight - Dog Friendly. Originally forming part of the historic Farringford Estate the cottage nestles at the foot of the downs. It is located up a private lane in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within easy walking distance of the beach - Freshwater Bay - nearby shops, a superb cafe/bar and friendly pub

Annex with garden in the heart of Freshwater Bay
A lovely annex in the heart of Freshwater Bay with a large garden. 1-minute walk to the Piano Cafe which serves great breakfast & lunches + just 50 metres further is Orchards, a handy local corner shop. Less than 10 minutes walk to beautiful Freshwater Bay beach and Tennyson Down walks. 10 minutes by car to the pretty Harbourside town of Yarmouth, the Needles & Totland, Colwell & Compton beaches. Tescos supermarket, local fishmonger, butcher & baker just 5 minutes drive away or all walkable.

The Lodge
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Situated in an out of the way location on the coastal path. Peaceful and secluded surrounded by beautiful trees and wildlife including red squirrels. Ideal for walkers who enjoy nature and wildlife. There is a quiet beach in easy walking distance where you can find fossils, sea glass and an amazing array of seashells. Due to the out of the way location you ideally need transport to access the nearest shop and pub. 45 mins on foot/7 mins by car.

3 bedroom home in unique Grade I listed fort.
Palmerston House is an impressive 3 bedroom terraced house, part of the 150 year old Grade I listed Golden Hill Fort. The Fort is surrounded by Golden Hill Country Park, located between the harbour town of Yarmouth and the village of Freshwater. 360 degree views from the communal roof garden stretch across the Solent, English Channel and West Wight countryside. This family friendly home away from home sleeps 7 in 3 double bedrooms (1 ensuite) and has a spacious open plan kitchen/living room.

Little House in The Garden
WIGHTLINK DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE AFTER BOOKING Situated in the heart of Freshwater village with all of its amenities, is our one bedroom fully furnished Little House in the Garden. We want you to kick back and relax in this calm perfectly located cabin. It is located 2.6 miles away to the historic town of Yarmouth and is on the Isle of Wight Cycle route and perfectly situated for the huge amounts of walking trails West Wight has to offer through countryside and woodlands, beaches and towns.

Luxury apartment with breathtaking sea views
Breathtaking Sea Views, Luxury Beachside Apartment, Freshwater Bay - at the heart of the Isle of Wight's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Beautiful first floor apartment with two large balconies, one to the front and one to the rear of the property - overlooking the ocean to the front and the downs at the rear. Car parking onsite. Walk from the apartment straight to the beach. Outdoor secure storage available for surf boards, kayaks and cycles. Beautiful walks from the apartment

Tiny home-garden cabin near Freshwater Bay
The Bird Hide is ideal for singles or couples (max 2 people) interested in exploring the local area with its own garden and separate access. A comfortable double bed, seating area and with it's own dining and inbuilt kitchen, it offers all you need for a short stay. It has a separate bathroom, as well as on outside decking area to catch the evening sun. The Bird Hide is 5 minutes walk from Freshwater Bay, even closer to footpaths to the Downs and the local village via the SSSI trail.

Close to beach with garden, family & dog friendly
Rose Cottage is a 3 bed cottage (sleeps 5 plus infant) situated less than 5 mins walk from the stunning beach at Freshwater Bay. Close by is Tennyson Down with its stunning cliff top walks to The Needles as well as beautiful beaches at Totland & Colwell Bay. The cottage has an enclosed front and rear garden plus off street parking. Within short walking distance are Dimbola Tea Room, The Piano Cafe, Farringford House, The Albion, the bus bar and a visiting pizza van in the summer.

Converted barn perfect for families and couples
At the base of Rowridge Valley in the heart of the Isle of Wight countryside. You will find The Piglet, a great place to stay, relax and use as a base to explore the island. A cosy building with a sunny aspect and a private garden to the rear that overlooks the neighbouring countryside. Due to its location most of the island is accessible from here within a short drive. Explore the heritage castles & monuments, the beaches & surf, and family friendly parks throughout the island.

‘Smugglers’ quirky hideaway
Smugglers was once an old stable attached to the back of our house. It’s still linked to the house, but is self contained. It’s unusual shapes and fixtures make it very quirky and would suit people that like something a bit different. There is a main double bed and a mezzanine deck ideal for relaxing on. The little kitchen allows you to stay in and cook for yourself if you fancy a cozy night in. The courtyard in front of smugglers can be used for bbq’s if the weather is kind!

No1. Yarmouth Country Cottages
We would love to Welcome visitors to our new “Yarmouth Country Cottages” situated in the West Wight, close to Yarmouth, Colwell Bay, Totland Bay and Freshwater Bay. We are also pet friendly and on the door step to a Gift of Nature sight with 20 hectares of woodland and Parkland. This is a brand new build, with a warm and homely feel, we are a family run business and look forward to welcoming you. WE CAN NOW OFFER 15% OFF VEHICLE FERRY TRAVEL WITH WIGHTLINK.

116 Brambles chine
116 Brambles Chine is a beautifully decorated Chalet within a 5 minutes walk to Brambles chine beach, you can walk along the beach to restaurants and beach shops, including the very popular seafood restaurant The Hut at Colwell Bay This property is perfect for exploring the island and has a playing field, pitch and putt, and woodland walk leading to Yarmouth Harbour on site. Ferry discount included.
Popular amenities for Freshwater family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

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Stargazer Cottage with a private hot tub

Self-contained annex. Full use of 6 seat hot tub.

Oak House Shepherds Hut

The Hideaway hut with hot tub
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The Hut - A perfect glamping experience

Shepherds' hut close to the sea and New Forest

Private Lymington sea-view cottage in New Forest.

Entire Historic Cottage in Beaulieu/Parking/ Wi-Fi

The Cottage at Little Hatchett

Sea-facing coastal holiday home near New Forest

The Boathouse waterside Yarmouth IOW

Delightful Chalet Bungalow with a Spa
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Sandy Balls Holiday Village New Forest Hampshire

Cosy Shepherd's Hut with wood-fired hot tub

Lovely holiday park home with rare private garden.

Idyllic, private & unique countryside holiday

Beautiful ‘Seaside Lodge’ Hoburne Naish New Forest

Cosy cottage in nature reserve with heated pool.

5* waterside luxury boathouse - pool & log-burner

Cosy Wooden Cabin by the Woods
When is the best time to visit Freshwater?
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| Avg. price | $263 NZD | $252 NZD | $272 NZD | $286 NZD | $301 NZD | $350 NZD | $353 NZD | $406 NZD | $315 NZD | $279 NZD | $268 NZD | $317 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 7°C | 6°C | 8°C | 10°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 18°C | 16°C | 13°C | 10°C | 8°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Freshwater stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Weymouth Beach
- Boscombe Beach
- Highclere Castle
- Winchester Cathedral
- Bournemouth Beach
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- Goodwood Racecourse
- Highcliffe Beach
- The Tank Museum
- West Wittering Beach
- Southbourne Beach
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