Leave the stresses of modern life far behind in this delectable house, set in secluded bliss on the southwestern tip of the Isle of Wight. Families, friends and furries will adore the space, views and freedom of this exceptional detached abode and its enclosed garden. The charming village of Totland Bay has some lovely canine-friendly pubs, such as the Waterfront Bar with its breathtaking sea vistas and sunsets. There’s a sublime dog-friendly beach at Watcombe Bay (3 miles), with its white cliffs, sea stacks and caves. Explore the exquisite Hamstead Heritage Coast (5 miles), and ride the iconic chairlift at the Needles Landmark Attraction (1.5 miles) from the top of Alum Bay cliffs down to the beach below.
Up steps from the driveway and through the front door, you and your furry friends will find a welcoming hallway to leave your leads, coats and boots. As your holiday unfurls, you’ll find your own favourite space; be it the glorious curving window seat in the cosy lounge, the rustic kitchen with its brick feature fireplace, the blissful bedrooms with their blue sea views, the sunny conservatory and enclosed sun-trap patio or the marvellous mature garden, with its shrubs, trees and immaculate lawn for al fresco feasts and doggy fun. Throw in some local seafood and ale, whisky and wine, and here you’ll want to stay.
When you do get out to explore, there’s a cornucopia of culture, fun, fine food and seaside waiting. Find fabulous fur-friendly sands at Shepherd’s Chine (12 miles), remote and rugged Rocken End (17 miles), Mount Bay and Orchard Bay (both 19 miles), Monks Bay (21 miles), Luccombe Bay and Yaverland Sandown (both 22 miles). Explore the twisting streets, pubs, shops, museums and galleries of Newport (15 miles), Cowes (17 miles) and Ryde (22 miles), and learn how to sail, kayak, paddle board, windsurf and coasteer around this golden, sapphire and emerald isle.