Guests say
Serendipity is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in Freshwater, Isle of Wight, praised for its excellent location just a short walk from Colwell Bay. Guests consistently highlight its cleanliness, comfort, and suitability for families, including those with young children or accessibility needs. The owner is frequently described as helpful and responsive. While most reviews are highly positive, a few mention minor maintenance issues and occasional discomfort with bedding or garden furniture. Overall, guests enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay, with the property providing a great base for exploring the island.
The majority of guests found the property spotlessly clean and well maintained, with only rare mentions of dust or minor cleanliness concerns. Most reviews specifically praise the high standard of cleanliness on arrival.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the short walk to Colwell Bay and easy access to local attractions, shops, and walks. The quiet cul-de-sac setting is also appreciated.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with spacious rooms and good beds. A few noted issues with mattress firmness or lounge seating for those with mobility needs, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with modern appliances, ample kitchenware, and family-friendly amenities. Minor issues such as garden furniture needing attention or occasional appliance faults were mentioned but quickly addressed by the owner.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as highchairs, travel cots, coffee machines, and prompt owner communication. While some reviews mention small extras, please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
Freshwater 1.2 miles. An immaculate coastal semi-detached holiday cottage, only a three minute walk from the picturesque Colwell Bay, close to Freshwater and Totland on the sunny West Coast of the Isle of Wight. This superb coastal cottage is perfectly located for a fun-packed buckets and spades holiday for families and friends alike. There is off road parking for two cars at the front of the cottage. This lovely cottage has three bedrooms with the master king-size bedroom on the ground floor and the family bathroom, with a freestanding bath and separate shower. Upstairs there are two twin bedrooms and a family WC.
The open plan living area has a wonderfully light and contemporary feel about it, with its Smart TV, comfortable seating, dining for up to eight people and a stunning fitted kitchen with breakfast bar. The patio doors from the dining area take you through into the conservatory, which leads you into the enclosed lawned garden. The garden is at the back and is laid to lawn with table and chairs. This delightful cottage is moments from the stunning sandy beach and safe waters of Colwell Bay, and the very popular, and one of the islands leading beach café restaurant 'The Hut'.
The west coast offers many exhilarating sports on and off the water, for the whole family like kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, horse riding, golf, stunning walks and mountain biking, boat trips and deep sea fishing. Alternatively, and for the more adventurous, there is paragliding or kitesurfing. After a long day at the beach, why not walk to Totland Bay and enjoy a well-deserved drink at The Waterfront, watching some spectacular skies as the sun sets on the horizon? A lovely cottage, offering a wonderful beach lifestyle all year round with something for everyone. Note: This property can be booked with reference 936743, together they can sleep 12 people.
Freshwater is situated at the western tip of the Isle of Wight and consists of Freshwater Village and Freshwater Bay. Freshwater village offers a good selection of small independent shops, cafes and the West Wight Sports Centre and Indoor Swimming Pool. The magnificent high chalk cliffs, rolling downs and delightful beaches at Freshwater Bay and nearby Compton Bay attract many visitors and surfers all year round.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double, 2 x twin.
Ground floor bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
First floor basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area and sitting area.
Conservatory.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster, kettle, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Pebbled garden and patio area with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 11 mins walk and pub 4 mins walk.
Note: Check in is 4pm and check out is 10am.
Please note : This property only accepts Friday check ins, minimum night stay 7 nights.
Note: sorry but no same sex or stag/hen do parties.
This property is for holiday purposes only.
Reviews (35)
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Janice
Well equipped and comfortable tor six people. Amazing location so close to beach easy 3 minute walk , Nice cafe to have coffee over looking the sea. If you had a Larger group the two cottages next to each other a bonus. Nice tucked away quite Location even though so close to beach . Would definitely recommend and hopefully going again .
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Keith
Everything was as described. One minor point other people mentioned, could be nice to have condiments available. Would recommend this property.
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Gillian
It is spacious; clean; peaceful; very well equipped and only a 3 minute walk from Colwell Bay. There were a couple of minor issues, but the owner was very helpful when I contacted her. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekâs stay.