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Entire home·Private host

Cowes retreat

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Smart TV, books
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at this Great family home, nestled just a couple of minutes walk from the yacht haven and town centre. Spacious rooms offer sea views, while a large kitchen diner, cosy snug with comfy sofas, smart TV and private backyard provide ample space to unwind.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cowes retreat

Great family home just a couple of minutes walk from the yacht haven and town centre, perfect for families, groups and crew alike. Sleeps 9 guests comfortably, and there is a sofa bed and floor mattress in the living room for extra people if needed (sleeps up to 12 max). Spacious rooms and sea views from some of the bedrooms. Large kitchen diner, separate living room and cosy snug with comfy sofas and smart TV. Private back yard perfect for a summer evening. On road parking for one vehicle (visitor permit can be arranged) and walking distance from the passenger ferry. The perfect place to use as your base to explore the island.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved pets are welcome!

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Stairs to top floor unsuitable for young children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Cowes Retreat Cowes
Cowes Retreat Private vacation home
Cowes Retreat Private vacation home Cowes

About the area

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal and Southampton Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Gunwharf Quays and WestQuay Shopping Centre. Isle of Wight Steam Railway and Isle of Wight Steam Railway are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cowes, England

What's nearby

  • Cowes Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • RedJet Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal London Yacht Club - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Osborne House - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • West Cowes Ferry Station - 7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Duke of York - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fountain Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Garden - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Coast Bar & Dining Room - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cowes retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cowes retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cowes retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cowes retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Cowes Harbour and Royal London Yacht Club. East Cowes Ferry Terminal and Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 1 mile (2 km). West Cowes Ferry Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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Cowes retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super family break

Great location which suited us perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Very flexible property and great for large families
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Tracey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good break with friends

Excellent location. Just short walk from red jet. Nice spacious house. Lots of sleep options for group of friends. Good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ladies away in Cowes

Excellent location to walk into Cowes. Super host who was very responsive and gave us good advise. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowes

Comfortable house and great access into Cowes and island. The owner was really helpful and prompt. However only thing to be mindful of is parking (even with permit that owner kindly arranged) wasn’t easy. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great base for a trip to the IOW. Nothing too much hassle for our host. Cowes centre only a 3 minute walk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiroshi N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Housing in Cowes

The location of this house was ideal for our purposes. It was central to Marina, grocery shopping, ferry. Can walk to everything an no car necessary. Property owner was very responsive and helpful if any questions. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Iow

Amazing for 10 people comfortable and lovely host. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

We had a lovely time at this property. The location to town is great. We were a family of 7, 5 adults and two 5 year olds. We spent the majority of our time when at the property, in the large kitchen. Claire the property manager, was outstanding from beginning to end.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Lovely house in a great location. Claire was a fantastic host and I would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

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