Guests say
Penda Cottage in Niton, Ventnor, is highly praised for its stunning location, cleanliness, and comfort. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting, the well-equipped facilities, and the thoughtful touches like the welcome hamper. Despite minor maintenance issues and the occasional need for better communication regarding ongoing work, the cottage offers a delightful stay with its scenic views and cosy atmosphere.
The majority of guests report the cottage as spotlessly clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated comments about minor cleanliness issues such as windows needing a wipe and some dog hair on the sofa.
The location is consistently described as excellent, with guests loving the scenic views, peaceful environment, and proximity to local attractions like the lighthouse and pub.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, warm, and cosy, especially during stormy weather. There are a few remarks about minor issues such as lamps without bulbs and a curtain rail problem, but these do not significantly detract from the overall comfort.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with the cottage being well-equipped and maintained. However, some guests mention the need for maintenance on items like the oven, bath plug, and heaters, leading to a slightly lower score.
Guests frequently mention the welcome hamper, which adds a thoughtful touch to their stay. It is important to note that while the hamper is appreciated, such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
This is the end cottage to the west on the St Catherine’s Lighthouse site and offers accommodation for five guests. It features entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, double bedroom, twin bedroom and single bedroom.
In association with Trinity House, we are proud to present St Catherine's Lighthouse in Niton, on the Isle of Wight.
St Catherine's Lighthouse is situated just outside the hamlet of Niton, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the popular coastal resort of Ventnor, the southernmost point of the Island.
The site comprises a terrace of three self-catering, former lighthouse keepers' cottages, Landward Cottage, sleeping four guests, Gurnard Cottage, sleeping five guests and Penda Cottage, sleeping five guests.
There is an excellent real ale pub a 10-minute walk up the hill, The Buddle Smugglers Inn.
Additional Information:
Telephone with honesty box.
Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
There is no fog signal at this lighthouse site.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Please Note:
Due to the location of the property television reception is often intermittent or lost.
Very limited mobile signal. A landline telephone is provided for UK and non-premium numbers only.
Given the remote locations of our cottages the Wi-Fi speed and availability cannot be guaranteed at this site The service offered is for light browsing and occasional use, services such as streaming and gaming may not be possible owing to the speeds obtainable.
Guests are reminded they are renting a heritage building, therefore certain features such as steps, stairs and floor levels may not comply with that of a modern building. As such, we would advise guests to acquaint themselves with the premises on arrival and exercise caution accordingly.
Guests should be aware that the lighthouses and equipment need regular and sometimes emergency maintenance. Therefore visits by maintenance staff may occur at any time during the year. However, staff will do their best to ensure guest privacy at all times.
Access roads to the lighthouse site are narrow with limited passing places and, dependent on the season and site, there is the possibility of overhanging vegetation due to cutting restrictions during bird breeding seasons or other environmental reasons.
A barbecue is not provided, however guests are welcome to bring their own, subject to adhering to the safety precautions set out in the arrival information.
Sorry, no fireworks, drones or remote controlled flying equipment are permitted.
Sorry, charging of electric cars is not permitted.
The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
Reviews (75)
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous location. Walk to pub
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely fantastic location, relative solitude but close proximity to amenities. Canât beat waking up in the morning and looking out over the sea. The huge enclosed area for the dogs to run free was brilliant. They, and we, had a great time. Lovely pub just up the hill and plenty of fields for the dogs. What more could you want.
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Confirmed Guest
A very comfortable cottage in an absolutely stunning location.