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The
Isle of Wight is centrally located just off the south coast of England by a short ferry journey from the main land. A Hi-speed
ferry service operates between Cowes and Southampton giving fast access to Southampton airport, railway station and motorway
links to the rest of the UK.
The Isle of Wight is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing break, at any time of year.
It is a stunning island boasting unspoilt scenery and a wealth of fascinating attractions. For the energetic, there are plenty
of sports facilities, including windsurfing, sailing and paragliding. And for those who prefer to unwind and explore, there's
so much to discover.
There is a wide range of recreational facilities including some great theme parks and other
locations for a very active day out.
With over half of the Isle of Wight recognised as an ‘Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty’, and 30 miles of ‘Heritage Coast’ – the island is the perfect location for stepping
back, relaxing and getting closer to nature. The Island hosts a pub (several with open log fires) for every square mile, A
superb Farmers Market serving homemade fare, and of course stunning coastlines.
Wherever you go on the Island you
will see evidence of a fascinating past, with Medieval castles, historic houses and exhibitions which depict life in a bygone
age. Magnificent Osborne House, given to the nation by King Edward VII, is just one of over 30 history and heritage attractions.
The beaches and scenery will take your breath away. Most parts of the Island can be reached by a network of over 500
miles of footpaths, bridle ways and cycle routes, for which the Isle of Wight has achieved national recognition by the Countryside
Commission. Great walking can be combined with fantastic cycling along unspoilt cycle tracks, which crisscross the island.
Cowes on the Isle of Wight lies at the heart of the sailing scene on the south coast of the UK. The Solent, the broad
stretch of sheltered water between the Island and the mainland, is the country's busiest waterway with cruise liners regularly
coming into Southampton as their homeport. The main deep channel passes along the front of Cowes at Prince Consort buoy and
the Parade at Cowes provides a wonderful ship spotters vantage point for the many commercial container ships and oil tankers
which pass on their way to Southampton.
Cowes has long been regarded as the premier yachting centre in Britain.
For about 175 years Cowes has been host to the organisers of major yachting events, as well as being a busy trading port
and shipbuilding centre, becoming one of the most fashionable resorts in the country. It is predominantly Victorian in style
and the main shopping areas and side streets contain some elegant buildings both pre and post that era. Visitors can be lost
for hours wandering up the picturesque streets to the grounds of Northwood House and park. Whilst a visit to the Library and
Maritime Museum reveals the greatest number of maritime books to be found anywhere.
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Pebbles is graded with four Enjoy England Stars. Pebbles is a period terraced house which comfortably sleeps 8 people. It is
within a few minutes walk of Cowes town centre, the Red Jet High Speed link to Southampton, the car ferry to Southampton,
marinas and sailing clubs. Main roads and public transport to the rest of the Island are a couple of minutes away.
The property is situated in Pelham Road, which is close to the town centre, but away from the hustle and bustle of the high
street. The house is ideal as a family holiday home or a well equipped base for yachtsmen, walkers, cyclists, sports enthusiasts
or others wishing to stay on the Isle of Wight.
The accommodation consists of a lounge, separate dining room which
seats 8, a well equipped kitchen, 1 bunk room sleeping up to four adults and 2 twin or super king double rooms, there is a
ground floor WC. The first floor bathroom has a separate bath and shower cubical. Outside there is a covered area, ideal for
drying sails or storing cycles. The attractive southerly facing garden with ornamental fish pond, patio and deck can
be enjoyed while dining and unwinding outside. A
cot is available.
Pebbles has been tastefully refurbished, including comfortable furnishings and, new
for 2009, a large deck in the rear garden.
Highly sought after free on street parking is available.
We
try to be flexible with bookings. We will always do our best to accommodate guests who would like to stay for just a long
weekend, a mid week break or a full week or longer.
E-mail us with your holiday dates and we will let you know
availability and cost. When we reply we will let you know what deposit will secure your reservation and forward you confirmation
of your booking as soon as the deposit is received by us.
We look forward to welcoming you to our holiday home.
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