Guests say
Winkle Cottage receives glowing praise for its idyllic, peaceful setting, charming character, and beautifully presented interiors. Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, with many appreciating the tranquil garden, visiting ducks, and thoughtful touches from the owners. The location is described as picturesque and ideal for exploring the Isle of Wight. While a few minor issues are mentioned, such as parking and occasional maintenance, the overwhelming sentiment is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, with guests describing the cottage as spotlessly clean and well presented throughout their stay. Only one minor mention of a maintenance issue (heated towel rail) was noted, but this did not detract from the overall impression.
The location is described as idyllic, peaceful, and picturesque, with a pretty stream and easy access to the island’s attractions. A few guests noted the lack of nearby shops, but this was generally outweighed by the tranquil setting and proximity to nature.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, cosy interiors, and a relaxing atmosphere. The cottage is described as warm and inviting, with only rare comments about minor inconveniences such as low shower pressure or headroom at the doorway.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests noting a well-equipped kitchen, modern appliances, and thoughtful extras like a log burner and games. Occasional suggestions for more cookware or minor maintenance issues were mentioned, but overall satisfaction remains very high.
Many reviews highlight the owners’ attention to detail, excellent communication, and generous welcome packs, including treats for both guests and pets. While these thoughtful gifts are frequently mentioned, please note that such extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The hidden gem of West Wight, Calbourne, is arguably the prettiest village on the island, famous for the film-set perfection of Winkle Street with its audibly babbling brook and thatched cottages..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for wood burner provided. Welcome pack. Large front garden. Bike store (on request). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Winkle Cottage is a beautiful, no-smoking, dog-friendly cottage, perfect for a romantic or family getaway. With large gardens to enjoy whilst watching the beautiful stream pass by, you really will be able to unwind here. The cottage has been decorated and furnished beautifully and you will find this to be very comfortable. You will be greeted with a welcome pack which the host will send you a request before your arrival.
Picturesque Winkle Street in Calbourne was originally known as Barrington Row and it was named after the Barrington family who owned the estate when the first cottages were built in the 1750s. You will almost certainly be visited by families of ducks that will be eager to be fed.
Calbourne offers good accessibility by bicycle to the Military Road which is a cyclist’s paradise. Winkle Cottage has ample private and secure storage facilities for bicycles.
Head on to the west coast of the Isle of Wight you will find the ancient town of Yarmouth with its plentiful restaurants, shops, and bars. Further west you will find the most beautiful beaches, along with the iconic, famous landmark attraction, The Needles, which has so much more to enjoy than the stunning views - it is a destination not to be missed. The range of attractions includes the spectacular chairlift ride, taking you on a journey past the coloured sands cliffs of Alum Bay to the beach. Soak up the breathtakingly beautiful views from the beach and enjoy a paddle in the sea. Or get closer to The Needles by taking a pleasure cruise - the sunsets are incredible here.
The hosts have access to great ferry discounts as a member of trade association, they will be able to help when you book this accommodation.
Free WiFi
The hosts are members of an industry trade body can facilitate flexible ferry bookings on both Wightlink and Red Funnel with up to great discount on listed prices. Shortly after booking, you will receive a no obligation indication of what this would be for your booked dates.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (42)
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Confirmed Guest
A very pretty, tasteful cottage in a beautiful, quiet location. Warm, comfortable and well equipped. Would recommend.,
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Philip Broad
A beautiful cottage in a stunning setting 🥰 it provided everything you could possibly need ! Loved the ambiance from the moment we stepped through the door first class will definitely return 🥰
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Carolyn Glover
We regularly stay in holiday cottages, and I have to say that Winkle Cottage is, without doubt, the best one we have ever stayed in.The cottage itself is beautifully appointed, spotlessly presented and has a gorgeous, peaceful garden. It is clear that a great deal of thought and care has gone into making the cottage feel welcoming and comfortable.What really stood out, though, is the fantastic communication from the owners, both before and during our stay. Their attention to detail was exceptional, with so many thoughtful little extras provided for both ourselves and our dog. These touches really made us feel like valued and very welcome guests.The cottage is in a wonderful location – peaceful and relaxing, yet ideally situated for exploring the island and getting around easily.We really cannot recommend Winkle Cottage highly enough. We had a fantastic stay and will definitely be returning!