Guests say
Swifts cottage offers a peaceful location with beautiful views and easy access to the coastal path. The property boasts a spacious living area, ample parking, and a large garden. Guests have enjoyed the tranquility and proximity to Isle of Wight attractions.
Several reviews mention issues with cleanliness, including mouse droppings, a slug in the kitchen, and dirty sofas. The presence of pests and the need for a deep clean under the cupboards have been noted.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, beautiful views, and proximity to the coastal path. It's also noted for being quiet and within easy reach of the island's attractions.
The property is described as comfortable with a spacious living area and comfortable beds. However, some guests found the furniture dated and the bathing facilities inadequate for those with limited mobility.
Guests have reported maintenance issues such as a broken shower, tired decking, and a need for updates. The kitchen is well-equipped, but some have found the facilities lacking and in need of TLC.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owners towards the guests, hence the score cannot be determined.
About this property
Swifts is the larger of the two semi-detached coastal bungalows, and can be found to the left of Swallows. You enter through the well-equipped fitted kitchen, leading you into the large beamed open plan living and dining area, with double patio doors, allowing masses of light and those spectacular views in. The bungalow offers three bedrooms, one double with en-suite shower room and patio door leading you onto the decked balcony, one twin and further twin room with full size 3 single beds. There are superb farmland and sea views from the private decked balcony, with table, chairs and barbecue. Note: This cottage can be booked with Ref 926490, together they sleep 12.
The Victorian seaside resort of Ventnor is situated at the southern end of the Isle of Wight. The town is sheltered by St. Boniface Down, one of the island's highest points, and it also offers sandy and shingle beaches, the Botanical Gardens, shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants.
Accommodation
All ground floor: Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin.
Bathroom, with bath, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Electric panel heaters.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi ( this can be intermittent, selection of books and games.
Cot and highchair on request.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Towels are not included.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Decked balcony area with furniture and BBQ.
Shared use of large gravelled and lawned area.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.4 miles, pub 1.5 miles.
Beach 5 mins walk.
Note: The property has direct access to the coastal footpath, children to be supervised.
Note: The entry to this property may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Please call the office for more information
Nearby points of interest
- Castlehaven Beach
- Model Village Godshill
- Dinosaur Isle
- Brading Roman Villa
- Carisbrooke Castle
- Osborne House
Reviews (12)
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Carol
I was disgusted with them and there was no way my grandchildren were going to sit/lay on them uncovered. The patio doors were broken despite being reported a year earlier the carpets were dirty with very unpleasant looking stains, the balustrade on the balcony was broken in 2 places, just grateful I didnât have a baby/toddler with us that could of fallen through and had an accident then this would have been a completely different ball game. There were spiders everywhere when we arrived some dead some alive. We encountered a slug in the kitchen and slime on the kitchen carpet. The beds were very comfortable however when we stripped them on leaving we realised 2 of the quilts were very old, one pillow had 8 pillowcases on it, plus a dead spider was under one of the sheets that had clearly been there for some time. There was no bulb in the outside light as you approached the entrance and as the paving slabs are so uneven and dangerous this was a must. The Wi-Fi was only available in one part of the lounge and I feel we were sharing with the people in the property joined onto ours. The outside patio furniture was rickety and needs to be updated ,as one chair had a broken slat which did give way while in use, there is no patio lighting ,there is a bare wire hanging out above the entrance door , they claim there is parking for 2 cars and that is correct however the person in the adjoining property had their car charging cable plugged in causing a restriction of access.I am very surprised this property is on your website as it is definitely not up-to your usual standard . We do have picture evidence to back all of this up.
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Sarah
Very peaceful, amazing views, well maintained garden. A little lizard came and sunned himself on the decking every morning, and the bank beneath the bungalow was covered in glow worms in the evening!!
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Becky
Great views and walks along coastal path. The main problem was the terrible smell coming from the kitchen area which affected the whole property. When I informed Penny she said it was the tank (septic tank??) under the kitchen floorboards which sometimes gets blocked and it was sorted the next day. Penny was lovely and helpful but unfortunately the smell did really spoil our stay.