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The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream

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A natural landscape with a stream, trees, and yellow flowers.
A stone wall with a brick archway, white metal chairs, and potted plants with flowers.
A bedroom with a bed, a small table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall with framed pictures.
A stone house with a gravel driveway and a small garden.
A room with a bed, a mirror, and a dresser.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Bounce into fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site trampoline.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Sandford, Isle of Wight, ENG
  • Place, Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Gunwharf Quays
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 2 Child Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Ventnor

Located in Ventnor, this cottage is in a rural area. Appuldurcombe House and Shanklin Old Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre. Amazon World Zoo Park and Garlic Farm are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Sandford, Isle of Wight, ENG

What's nearby

  • Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Shanklin Old Village - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Ventnor Beach - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Gunwharf Quays - 58 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 11 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Harry's Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Falcon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Loaph - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Crab Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Merrie Gardens Farm - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream on 25 Oct 2027 start from £203, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Granary at French Mill: charming cottage set in extensive garden with stream located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Godshill Model Village and Appuldurcombe House. Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre and Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 101 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the place and surrounding garden really really good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A very beautiful spot, with a very large and natural garden. The stream {originally a mill stream} was a pretty part of the grounds, and ran very near to the accommodation. The holiday home was really clean and tidy, with every facility one could want. It had been well equipped, and obviously a lot of thought {and workhad gone
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property , very clean , all needed in the property . Gorgeous quiet garden .Got to meet Rebecca our lovely host .Highly recommend.We will be back Thank you Rebecca .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great, exept a bit of car noise for me when we were outside the propert
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED our stay at the Granary!We loved roaming through the grounds, paddling in the stream, swinging on the swing, playing on the trampoline and picking blackberries with our 4 year old son. My son and I really enjoyed sleeping in the Romany caravan - he slept on the bottom bunk and I slept above him. I'm 5 foot 5 and it suited me perfectly - if you're much taller, you'll need to sleep diagonally, or in the granary! A most excellent touch is that I could sit and eat my breakfast inside and watch my son bouncing on the trampoline through the window. Wonderfully well equipped kitchen. Great shower - there was a slight issue at first, but Rebecca sorted it out straight away. Super friendly and helpful hosts. Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quirky stay

Great place for exploring the island
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Isle of Wight Stay

The hostess was very friendly. The guest house was spacious and loved the caravan. The property was beautiful and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delighted Accommodation

Beautiful cottage with character in beautiful grounds quite idyllic
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Our second stay at this beautiful property and we have already booked for next year. We love staying here the property and grounds are beautiful and peaceful and in a very convenient location.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay - incredible gardens

Great stay in a beautiful location with amazing gardens. Friendly communications and the garden on site was super helpful and kind. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise!!

Stunning property & grounds with a beautiful stream & gardens galore. Historic grain mill turned into an adorable cottage with all the amenities. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend to others. Especially fabulous for families, our boys adored staying in the Romany Wagon! We were fortunate to meet the owners, Rebecca & Guy, who are lovely hosts. Very close to both the ferry port & sights we visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing cottage

The garden is beautiful, the green surrounding the cottage makes everything very peaceful...a perfect break for all three of us (Westie included)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2022
So glad you had a lovely time, and sorry not to have met you. Please come again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed the garden and were allowed to pick fresh plums, apples,tomatoes & figs. Our old dog also enjoyed the garden but I would have been more relaxed if there had been a barrier between the cottage and the busy main road.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good

Perfectly located near the beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely family retreat!

Me and my wife just enjoyed a mini break to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary, along with our two toddlers and little dog. We had a wonderful weekend and wished we could stay a bit longer! The Granary is in an ideal location to relax and unwind and a short drive away from the beach and other activities. We will almost certainly be aiming to return in 2026!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend break

A beautiful relaxing place to stay. The granary+caravan were amazing and so pretty. Rebecca made us very welcome. Would definitely recommend and return..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and a wonderful property

The landlady have great communication skill. The property is set on a peaceful and beautiful ground. Had a great time at the cottage escaping the city hussle and bustle.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cathartic private dwelling

A lovely little dwelling in the quiet countryside to use as a base as we explored the Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

What a lovely place to stay - the children loved staying in the wagon and I loved the peace of the mill! Thank you for everything. A lovely welcome, lots of interesting hints of things to visit, and a perfect location. Thank you! Ruth, Ellen and Annie.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location and nice property

I liked it. The romany caravan in the grounds was lovely and the property itself was very nice. The check in was easy. There is a long and interesting garden. It was easy to reach everywhere on the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A delightful cottage in the most charming garden

The Granary is quirky and very comfortable, equipped with everything you need for a self catering stay. The garden is just wonderful and the real highlight of our stay. Rebecca is a five star host and we can’t recommend her property highly enough. With a car or bicycles, it’s in an ideal location for exploring the island. Without, the buses are frequent, convenient and inexpensive.
Stayed 46 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved it

We had a great time in the area, the Granary, the romany caravan, the gardens and the little river. It was perfect for us. Hassle free. Isabel
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
So glad you enjoyed all that French Mill has to offer. Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful - loved the swing,

Very friendly environment and stunning garden. A microwave would have been useful but all necessities covered. Many thx
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
More improvements forthcoming in the ever changing garden. We will consider where to site a microwave in the Granary - it is a matter of balancing convenience with aesthetics in the small kitchen area! We always try to give guests a warm welcome.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

The Granary was ideal for our use. Everything we needed was there and our small dog (Chihuahua - Snoopy) was delighted with the garden! We really enjoyed our stay and wished we had been there for long. Sorry not to meet Rebecca - next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical birthday getaway

The property was located in an idyllic part of the IOW. Very peaceful and calming, felt truly relaxed and safe. A great garden to explore and allow the dog to roam in. It was very useful to be able to self cater in the modest but functional kitchen. A great base to set off on a day of adventures and return in the evening for some down time. The hosts were very lovely and we look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2022
We really enjoyed meeting these guests who very much appreciated what we are trying to achieve at French Mill and were quick to offer to help with the watering etc. I'm glad it was mutually advantageous and would be delighted to see them again.
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