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SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61399.3 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Freshwater, South Coast
  • Place, Colwell Bay Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Totland Bay Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden Hill Fort Country Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪103 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom -

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater

This semi-detached cottage is close to the village of Freshwater near to Yarmouth and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.


Serendipity is a lovely semi-detached cottage situated close to the village of Freshwater only three miles from Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight. The cottage can sleep six people in one ground floor double bedroom and two twins together with a ground floor bathroom and first floor cloakroom. Also in the cottage is an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area together with a conservatory. Outside is off road parking for two cars and a private enclosed garden with furniture. Serendipity is perfectly located for exploring this lovely part of the country. Please note : This property only accepts Friday check ins, minimum night stay 7 nights.

Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster, kettle, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Off-road parking for 2 cars. Pebbled garden and patio area with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 11 mins walk and pub 4 mins walk. Note: Check in is 4pm and check out is 10am. Please note : This property only accepts Friday check ins, minimum night stay 7 nights. Note: sorry but no same sex or stag/hen do parties. This property is for holiday purposes only.

Region: The Isle of Wight, with its beaches, unspoiled scenery, rich heritage and over 500 miles of award-winning public footpaths is a walker's paradise, or if sailing is your thing, the renowned annual Cowes Week is not to be missed.

Town: Freshwater is situated at the western tip of the Isle of Wight and consists of Freshwater Village and Freshwater Bay. Freshwater village offers a good selection of small independent shops, cafes and the West Wight Sports Centre and Indoor Swimming Pool. The magnificent high chalk cliffs, rolling downs and delightful beaches at Freshwater Bay and nearby Compton Bay attract many visitors and surfers all year round.
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Amenities

Washer
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Freshwater

Located in Freshwater, this cottage is near the beach. Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal and Newport-Cowes Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Needles Landmark Attraction and Lymington Sea Water Baths. Lymington Health and Leisure Centre and Quay Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Freshwater, South Coast

What's nearby

  • Colwell Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Totland Bay Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Golden Hill Fort Country Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tennyson Down - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Needles Battery - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Yarmouth Station - 12 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saltwater Cafe - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Needles Eye Café - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Fish Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Gun Inn - ‬55 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater on Apr 28, 2026 start from $570, 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.

What time is check-in at SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SERENDIPITY, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Freshwater located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Colwell Bay Beach, Golden Hill Fort Country Park, and Totland Bay Beach. Fort Victoria Country Park and The Needles Battery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

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

A home away from home

Serendipty is a perfect place to stay, a home away from home experience from the minute you arrive to when you leave.The location is great and the welcome folder gives lots of ideas of places to visit and dine out. I would recommend this property as the perfect place to stay and will definitely book again to stay here.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double, 2 x twin. Ground floor bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower, basin and WC. First floor basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area and sitting area. Conservatory.

What makes this property unique

Gas central heating. Range electric oven and gas hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge with ice box, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent, please bring own beach towels. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Off road parking for two cars. Private enclosed garden with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops and pub 1 mile. Beach 3 mins walk. Note: No stag/hen or similar. Please note : This property only accepts Friday check ins, minimum night stay 7 nights.

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