Guests say
The Gate House is a charming, cosy cottage set in the tranquil grounds of a historic mansion, ideal for couples and dog-friendly. It offers a peaceful retreat with beautiful surroundings and is well-placed for exploring the Isle of Wight. Guests appreciate the romantic and idyllic setting, though some mention the property could benefit from a deep clean and maintenance updates.
Guests have reported issues with cleanliness, including cobwebs, dog hairs, and a general need for a more thorough cleaning. However, some guests found the cottage to be spotlessly clean, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful grounds, and proximity to local attractions. It is considered ideal for peaceful retreats and is appreciated for the ability to explore the Isle of Wight conveniently.
The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable, particularly for couples. However, some guests found the bed and sofa to be uncomfortable, and the small size of the cottage was noted as a limiting factor for comfort.
Facilities are seen as adequate but limited, with several guests suggesting improvements such as the addition of a shower and better cooking amenities. Maintenance issues like a non-functioning shower and the need for a new mattress were also mentioned.
Some guests were delighted by welcome gifts such as milk and Prosecco, adding a touch of thoughtfulness to their stay. However, it should be noted that such gestures are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
Wroxall 0.7 miles. The Gate House once served as the ticket office for visitors to the nearby Appuldurcombe House close to the charming Isle of Wight village of Wroxall. Providing snug accommodation for two people, this property could be the perfect romantic getaway for you and your loved one. Engulfed by 300 acres of soothing parkland, this stone-built cottage rests all on the ground floor. Be welcomed in by the homely living/dining room, graced with a TV and a cosy sofa to curl up on with the enticing woodburner ablaze. The king-size bedroom lies adjacent, immaculately finished with refreshing white décor and splendid views of the surrounding park. The compact kitchen is uplifted by stunning metro tiles and leads towards a classy, white family bathroom which concludes the accommodation. To the front of The Gate House sits a wonderful bench in full view of the pleasant scenery around this home-from-home. Take your dog for a stroll around the 300 acres of woodland where you can admire the baroque-style Appuldurcombe House. Wroxall village is a lovely walk away where you can find a highly-rated food pub and a handy shop for your daily essentials. Some of the island's most popular spots are nearby; Ventnor and Shanklin both sit on the coast and provide wonderful days out with their range of amenities and fabulously sandy beaches. A fantastic base for your well-deserved relaxing getaway.
This village is two miles from the coast on the Isle of Wight, Wroxall has a gastropub and a shop. It also offers a Donkey Sanctuary and the historic Appuldurcombe House. Ventnor is short drive away and offers a range of amenities, botanical gardens and a beach. The island is 25 miles wide, you can easily visit the Isle of Wight aonb and the Hamstead Heritage Coast.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One bedroom: 1 x king-size.
Bathroom with a basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove.
Electric heating, woodburning stove.
Electric hob, microwave, fridge.
Smart TV, wifi, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available (please bring own cot linen).
Ample off road parking.
300 acres of public parkland surrounding property.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 15 mins walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Model Village Godshill
- Dinosaur Isle
- Brading Roman Villa
- Hovercraft Museum
- Castlehaven Beach
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
- University of Portsmouth
Reviews (70)
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Tracey
The solitude is delightful and we use the lodge as a base for walks and bus journeys to slightly further distant places around the island. English Heritage need to invest in the upkeep of the hall, without removing the joy of free visits and donations (which in our case, would stop if there were charges enforced on the house and /or grounds). The old Gate House has an air of modernity and such a peaceful ,well maintained old tradition feel to it. There is modern gadgetry to cook and watch televsion or DVD's (we left some for the next visitors to enjoy, in addition to those already supplied at the venue) and there is really decent wifi which takes off the edge of isolation as urgent family matters can be attended to, whilst sending home photos of what a great time we were having (reading books outside in the peaceful sunshine in October was a highlight!). A few minor tightening of screws etc. will be done over the closed season but I did not report them and therefore they cannot expect to be mind readers so no complaints to be had.
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Lee
After I had arrived and been there a day or so I fell in love with the place. While it is small, it was perfect for us, and we really could not see what others complained about.The lack of an oven, was not a problem at all, there are plenty of places to go to eat, or grab a take away. The size of the bath was a bit of a squeaz, but not a problem, and the bed was comfortable. James was very friendly, and was quick to respond to a couple of minor issues. The location was perfect, I will say ideal, so calm and peaceful, and was lovely to look around the ruins of Appuldurcomb house. I was genuinly sad to leave such a lovely place, and we have decided that next time we visit the Isle of wight, we will book the Gatehouse, I have already recommended it to friends, and will continue to do so.
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Judy
The property was small, but compact and had everything you needed including a very comfortable king size bed. The owner came to see that we had settled in and gave us a bit of the history about the house. Able to wonder around the grounds of the house once it had closed to the public. So peaceful.