The Willows - a bungalow that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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A small, single-story house with a brick exterior and white trim, a small garden with a lawn and a few trees, and a wooden pergola structure to the left.
A small, single-story house with a sloped roof, white exterior walls, and a front porch.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, and a sofa.
A compact kitchen with a double sink, a coffee machine, and a small window.
A residential property with a well-maintained lawn, a wooden pergola, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Newport, Isle of Wight
  • Place, Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Osborne House
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪97 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this cottage is in a rural area. Carisbrooke Castle and Appuldurcombe House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Robin Hill and Blackgang Chine. Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre are also worth visiting.
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Newport, Isle of Wight

What's nearby

  • Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Osborne House - 22 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Shanklin Old Village - 22 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Ventnor Beach - 24 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 25 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Sandown Brading Station - 21 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪New Ming Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marks & Spencer Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Caffe' Isola - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Willows - a bungalow that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Willows - a bungalow that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Willows - a bungalow that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Willows - a bungalow that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Willows - a bungalow that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Carisbrooke Castle. Godshill Model Village and St. Thomas Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay!

We had a lovely stay at The Willows, it was the perfect location for seeing the whole island. The owners were so welcoming and friendly.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay, quiet area

My partner and I stayed at the Willows for 1 week. To be honest, we didn’t want to leave as it was so homely. We were left to our own devices, but they were on hand if we needed them!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

very happy with the property and would definitely book this again if we were travelling to the IOW.

excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

The owners were very friendly and helpful. Well presented and equipped, it was very clean. Rural location which is what we wanted. The only advice we would give to improve the property is to improve the WiFi service in the lounge, which is quite poor but very good in the rest of the house.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay as always

Stayed here a few times now its off the beat and track and an excellent base for visiting the island Bed is comfortable its clean quite and if you want to see the stars a near perfect dark skies spot We like it so much we keep coming back The host lives next door and are the perfect neighbours
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Convenient for visiting relatives locally

As a frequent guest here I find the property ideal for my needs. Everything provided for self catering plus a big welcome from hosts. On site parking and the garden a bonus. Central location, a car recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing

I had a lovely stay in a beautiful village with amazing weather beautiful beaches and countryside I would definitely recommend
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Holiday

Clean compact and comfortable. Very quite good position handy for getting all around the island. Pleasant hosts.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

our stay

We came to unwind, and that's what we did in this quiet part of the island. Sitting out in the garden was just the start we had each day. Muriel and Mike were helpful and couldn't have been nicer. would go here again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peace & Quiet

Second time we have stayed at the Willows, a great location for peace and quiet. Everything you could need for restful holiday and getting around to see the IOW. Michael & Muriel are friendly welcoming hosts. Property is as described and red squirrels did pay us a visit. A car is recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another lovely stay!

I've stayed several times in order to visit relatives very locally. For me, it is a perfect location in peaceful surroundings, even seeing red squirrels on the lawn! Muriel and Michael are very welcoming, the accommodation is always spotlessly clean and facilities compare very favourably with other places I have stayed in. Having a garden and on-site parking is definitely a bonus! I hope to return again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Self catering for two right in the centre of Isle of Wight

Lovely place for a quiet break. You need a car and parking at the property is available but a little tricky. There are several things that could be provided or improved that would make it ideal. We would gladly stay there again but next time would know what to take with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect bungalow

The Willows is an excellent bungalow in a very peaceful location yet handy for all the areas we visited. The bungalow is well furnished, warm and inviting with a comfy bed and excellent shower, superb outside space with lots of wildlife about. Muriel and Michael are just lovely owners, welcoming but not intrusive. Our visit coincided with the village Scarecrow festival which we really enjoyed photographing. Thank you so much for a great holiday. Erna & David
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The sort of place you want/need to get away from day-to-day life and relax

Owners very helpful and friendly, checking that everything in the cottage was there and as we needed it. Rooms all clean and functioning as expected. Only point disliked, the access to drive and need to 3-point+ turn to get out - often made easier by the early departure of the one car parked alongside on the drive. A minor point, but not the start you want on each otherwise relaxing day. Happy to return there in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2023
Thank you for your lovely review and delighted to hear you had a wonderful stay at The Willows . We do not generally hear of problems with the parking but we do appreciate your comments . We look forward to welcoming you back in the future . Kind regards Island Holiday Homes
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ideal accommodation

We spent a lovely week at The Willows. Mr and Mrs Burns were most welcoming - we had many good chats with them! The bungalow was very comfortable and suited our needs perfectly. Ideally the shower room needs some updating but was clean and perfectly serviceable. The bungalow is in a quiet village but well situated for visiting all parts of the island. Just a shame that the bus service through the village isn't more regular which would have enabled us to have made better use of our bus passes! Yes, you do have to drive through a small ford to reach The Willows but by driving slowly it caused us no problem (and our exhaust is very low slung!). All in all a very enjoyable week perfected by great weather. We have no hesitation in recommending The Willows.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Central I.O.W.

Lovely property for a couple and good as a base for touring the island. Friendly hosts and property as described online. Would use again next time we are on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A peaceful retreat in a central location on the island.

The bungalow is ideal for 2 people. It is well equipped, very clean and comfortable. We think a little bit of updating is needed in some areas. There is convenient parking just outside on the driveway. Muriel and Michael the owners are next door and are friendly hosts. They are there with help and information but not interfering. Outside is a lovely garden with a sitting area in the afternoon sun at the end of a long day out. There is lots of bird life and red squirrels visiting the garden several times a day. The location is great for driving to different areas of the island in a short time. The community pub the Gallybaggers in Chillerton is within easy walking distance and has a great quiz once a month.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very comfortable bungalow in a quiet setting.

We had a lovely relaxing holiday staying in this light and airy bungalow. Great location for exploring the island. We enjoyed seeing the many birds in the garden, including partridges and pheasants. We also saw the red squirrel several times too. The owners were very helpful and welcoming. We will definitely book this property when we come to the Isle of Wight again. Many thanks
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Good accommodation in lovely setting

This accommodation was very comfortable and clean. Couple of areas possibly needed updating and a washing machine would have been useful. Being able to park next to the accommodation was a bonus and the outside space was fabulous with comfortable garden chairs to use as well as a table and chairs for outside dining. Public footpath nearby was useful to explore the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quiet and convenient central location.

Welcoming and friendly host. Clean and comfortable accommodation in a tranquil setting. Close to bus stop if required. Centrally located for easy access to the rest of the island. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent accommodation only spoilt by inclement weather. Enjoyed seeing red squirrel in the garden

Compares very favourably with other self-catering accommodation we've stayed in. Very light and airy and we enjoyed the complimentary bottle of wine.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A comfortable bungalow in a quiet location.

An enjoyable week in this one bedroom bungalow in a beautiful rural location, with lots of walks around the area and easy access to Newport. The owners were very welcoming and quick to resolve any issues. The bungalow was well appointed and comfortable with more than adequate heating . A pretty garden with nesting birds and a red squirrel visiting each day. Some work on a new patio is in progress but did not distract from the overall enjoyment of this rural location.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Pleasant stay some down points.

Excellent for exploring IOW. Dip in road over ford not good for car suspension. More than one bath towel between us would be good. Loved seeing wildlife in the garden including a red squirrel.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place

Great location to explore the island from. Well equipped and comfortable accommodation in a peaceful setting, and the owners were very welcoming and friendly. Just watch out if you have a low car as you need to negotiate a small stream/ford to get to the property!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Just what we needed

This was our first time on the Isle of Wight for 15 years, and we wanted a base accessible to all parts of the island. The Willows was just the job. The accommodation was very comfortable, and we very much enjoyed our stay. The only real negative is not within the owner's control. To get to the lane where the property is you have to cross a narrow ford, which it is virtually impossible to do in a car without scraping the front bumper. Thankfully, we were mostly going out on our tandem, when it was not such a problem!
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