10/10 Excellent
sally c.
29 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sally c.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Entire home
5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bouldnor, ENG
- Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal3 min drive
- Colwell Bay Beach34 min drive
- Lymington Pier Ferry Port43 min drive
- Bembridge (BBP)43 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
Bedroom 5
4 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres
Large refurbished 1920s house near Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight. Sleeps 12 (plus 2 to 4 tinies). Lovely gardens and fields, 10 acres in all. Next to woodland and coastal path. Heated fenced swimming pool (early May to end Oct half term), tennis court, barn with table tennis. Children's swings etc. Large trampoline (without netting). Board games. Baby grand piano. Paddle boards and kayak for local beach. Walking and cycling guide books. Numerous bikes, in numerous sizes. 2 oven Aga. Gas BBQ. Open fire plus wood store. Two high chairs. WiFi. Large TV.
Pool is heated by air sourced heat pump, not to a particular temperature. It will end up roughly at 5 degrees above the prevailing day time ambient temperature, and will drop by around 2 degrees if not covered overnight.
Warnings: Open pond close to house. No microwave. Bee hives at far end of property 200m+ away. TV is accessed through use of projector.
Bedrooms: 2 double rooms. 1 single/twin. 1 further room can be made up as twin or double. Final room has 4 bunk beds. There are 2 spare mattresses for the floor, a cot, and a toddler bed too.
Bathrooms etc: 1 bath/WC; 1 shower/WC; 3 separate WCs
What's included: Plenty of bedding and towels. Beds etc will be made up. Food cupboard basics all there.
Parking: 5 cars easily accommodated
Location: five mins drive or 25 mins walk from Yarmouth ferry terminal (from Lymington, or Waterloo by train). 25 minutes drive from Fishbourne ferry terminal (from Portsmouth). On bus route 7 for island travel.
Activities: lots to do on site or on foot or bike from the house, but within a short drive there are many beaches, fabulous walks, Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House
Pool is heated by air sourced heat pump, not to a particular temperature. It will end up roughly at 5 degrees above the prevailing day time ambient temperature, and will drop by around 2 degrees if not covered overnight.
Warnings: Open pond close to house. No microwave. Bee hives at far end of property 200m+ away. TV is accessed through use of projector.
Bedrooms: 2 double rooms. 1 single/twin. 1 further room can be made up as twin or double. Final room has 4 bunk beds. There are 2 spare mattresses for the floor, a cot, and a toddler bed too.
Bathrooms etc: 1 bath/WC; 1 shower/WC; 3 separate WCs
What's included: Plenty of bedding and towels. Beds etc will be made up. Food cupboard basics all there.
Parking: 5 cars easily accommodated
Location: five mins drive or 25 mins walk from Yarmouth ferry terminal (from Lymington, or Waterloo by train). 25 minutes drive from Fishbourne ferry terminal (from Portsmouth). On bus route 7 for island travel.
Activities: lots to do on site or on foot or bike from the house, but within a short drive there are many beaches, fabulous walks, Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House
Property manager
Elizabeth and Barry Holden
Premier Host
Languages
English, French, German
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
2 Dogs Maximum
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Yarmouth
Located in Yarmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal and Lymington Pier Ferry Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Needles Landmark Attraction and Lymington Sea Water Baths. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Bouldnor, ENG
What's nearby
- Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Yarmouth Beach - 17 min drive - 2.5 km
- Colwell Bay Beach - 34 min drive - 6.0 km
- Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 43 min drive - 9.4 km
- Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 55 min drive - 20.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Sun Inn - 7 min drive
- End of the Line Cafe - 6 min drive
- Horse & Groom - 3 min drive
- The Highdown Inn - 9 min drive
- Yarmouth Harbour - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Graham W.
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house for a family get-together.
Graham W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Uncan S.
6 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday gathering
Uncan S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anne D.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic family holiday
Anne D.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roger D.
23 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Necrosis weekend
Roger D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
20 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Byecross
Sarah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shirley H.
4 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing (3rd) visit!
Shirley H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emma L.
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb
Emma L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
David D.
15 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MidSummerAtByecross
David D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leigh W.
10 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great facilities in great location!
Leigh W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
David J.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay in Bouldnor!
David J.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharon M.
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Sharon M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark S.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Mark S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy H.
30 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Gem of a Home!
Wendy H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie Roby
10 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant holiday!
Katie Roby
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Michelle D.
14 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space in peaceful surroundings
Michelle D.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shirley H.
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at this fabulous house
Shirley H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
2 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy break between Christmas and new year.
Karen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Graham w.
2 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful family stay
Graham w.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
29 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca H.
11 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a find - magical!
Rebecca H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicola H.
11 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A complete joy!
Nicola H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
annette a.
11 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
annette a.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
CLAIRE S.
5 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
CLAIRE S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy T.
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Tracy T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Elizabeth and Barry Holden
We are a large family, with four children, all of whom have enjoyed many holidays here, often adding in nieces and nephews or other familes. All come back with us year after year.
Why they chose this property
Its wide hall and spacious gardens first made us look at the house seriously, when we were after somewhere to accommodate our immediate family plus an equal number of guests to enjoy easy, active holidays. We quickly fell for the house and its setting. Its country feel, many amenities and proximity to ferry, shops and restaurants, sealed it for us.
We have refurbished it over the years as a home from home, sympathetic to its Arts and Crafts design, keeping it airy and light. The house is our escape - warm and cosy in winter around the fire or kitchen table. It suits a small crew really nicely, but adapts quickly to a large crowd over Christmas or New Year, perhaps over a roast meal, a jigsaw or a game of Scrabble. In summer, with the many external doors open all the time, a loud lively family atmosphere prevails, with laughter coming in from the pool, apples and plums being picked, and most meals taken outside.
When you have a place as lovely as Byecross, we thought it only right to share it and help others make lovely memories. Since opening the house up to VRBO guests, we have been delighted that so many have chosen to return, some on multiple occasions. Byecross has clearly worked its magic on those too.
We have refurbished it over the years as a home from home, sympathetic to its Arts and Crafts design, keeping it airy and light. The house is our escape - warm and cosy in winter around the fire or kitchen table. It suits a small crew really nicely, but adapts quickly to a large crowd over Christmas or New Year, perhaps over a roast meal, a jigsaw or a game of Scrabble. In summer, with the many external doors open all the time, a loud lively family atmosphere prevails, with laughter coming in from the pool, apples and plums being picked, and most meals taken outside.
When you have a place as lovely as Byecross, we thought it only right to share it and help others make lovely memories. Since opening the house up to VRBO guests, we have been delighted that so many have chosen to return, some on multiple occasions. Byecross has clearly worked its magic on those too.
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