Guests say
2 Hope Cottages in St Helens, Isle of Wight, is a well-received holiday rental with guests praising its superb location, cleanliness, and well-equipped facilities. The property offers a comfortable stay with a homely feel, featuring a modernised kitchen and bathroom, and a lovely garden with a summer house. Its proximity to local amenities, the pub, and scenic walks adds to its charm, although some guests noted issues with comfort and maintenance.
The property is generally described as clean, with several reviews affirming its tidiness. However, a few comments about specific issues like damp towels and the need for a proper vacuum cleaner slightly affect the score.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to amenities, scenic walks, and a good pub. The village atmosphere and easy access to public transport are also appreciated, making it an ideal base for exploring the Isle of Wight.
Comfort receives positive remarks for cosy bedrooms and a homely atmosphere. However, some guests found the beds and sofa bed uncomfortable, and there were comments about the property being too hot at times, which impacts the score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and excellent shower room. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as a dripping tap, ventilation problems, and the need for refurbishment, which lowers the score.
While the reviews reflect a positive experience, there is no specific mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to score this category.
About this property
This welcoming former fisherman's cottage is located in the heart of the village of St Helens on the Isle of Wight, opposite the traditional village green. Tastefully appointed throughout and a real home-from-home, this Isle of Wight cottage provides traditional seaside accommodation, ideal for couples or families looking to enjoy some quality time together in a good old fashioned English village. Located on one of the outstanding parts of the island, this St Helens cottage offers you a spacious sitting and dining area, perfect for those chilly evenings when all you want to do is unwind after a full day on the beach.
Outside this Isle of Wight cottage is a long rear patio garden with two sitting areas surrounded by plants, perfect for outside dining any time of the day. The traditional village of St Helens offers some charming attractions, from rock pooling on the beautiful beach or dining in the beachside café, to watching cricket on the green while enjoying a bite to eat in a café, pub or restaurant. Just outside the village you will find Bembridge, which offers a busy harbour, full of pleasure crafts and fishing boats landing their daily catch, a good range of small shops including an award-winning butcher, outstanding local fishmongers, local produce greengrocers and an art gallery.
Why not take a bracing walk up to Culver Down, experiencing the most stunning views looking towards the English Channel? The perfect Isle of Wight cottage for a traditional seaside holiday, at any time of the year.
St Helens is a village in east Isle of Wight, near Bembridge, home to a village green, good restaurant, tea room, pub and children's playground. Nearby Duver offers shingle and sand, while the beach is family friendly, with the Baywatch Café offering refreshment. Super views can be enjoyed of the Solent and St Helens Fort.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Ground floor bathroom, walk-in shower enclosure, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent, please bring own beach towels.
Travel cot and highchair (attaches to dining chair) available.
Parking in free car park on the green approx 50 yards from cottage.
Patio with furniture and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 1 min walk.
Note: Patio is gated but communal pathway is shared with neighbours.
Note: Stairs are steep, narrow and open, care to be taken.
Please Note: This property only accepts bookings arriving or departing on Mondays or Fridays.
Reviews (44)
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Lucy
This is a lovely little cottage with everything we needed for the week. It is right next door to a pub, which serves nice food.
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Samantha
Get in instructions were clear and we had everything we needed to cook, keep things tidy etc. The bottle of wine left for us was lovely but to be honest we'd have been happier with a bottle of milk to make a cup of tea. There is a shop very close by which is open late so all was ok. The beds were very comfortable. We brought our nearly three year old grandson and he loved the play park across the road. The only criticism we had for a property listed as child friendly was the lack of a stair gate. This wasn't an issue downstairs as it is open plan and we had eyes on our grandson quite easily but when he was asleep at night it was a worry for the top of the stairs. In the end we bought an inexpensive one and left it behind as we were on public transport.
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Trevor
Itâs a great place to have for exploring the island.