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Living room
Bedroom
Kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 679 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cowes, Isle of Wight
  • Cowes Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Osborne House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bembridge (BBP)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bell Cottage

A pretty waterside retreat. Formerly part of 'The Bell Inn' , 'Bell Cottage' is a Grade II listed property arranged over three floors; the second floor provides impressive views across Cowes Harbour and the Solent, whilst there are views of the river from the ground and first floors too. Able to accommodate up to six guests, the property is ideal for couples or a small family. It offers two bedrooms with one double room on the first floor with a super king bed and one twin room on the second floor with two 3ft single beds (these can be put together on request to create a further super king bed) In addition, there is a bathroom, separate shower/utility room, kitchen and lounge, whilst to the rear of this terrace cottage is a small courtyard style garden, ideal for barbecues or just catching the sun in private.

The property is extremely conveniently placed for accessing the various sailing facilities of Cowes as well as mainland ferry links with the floating bridge link to East Cowes being extremely nearby just at the end of Medina Road.
Located just a few minutes’ walk from west Cowes’ shops, many pubs and restaurants and only a short distance from Cowes Marina and the Red Jet terminal. The cottage is easily reached by the half hourly Red Funnel high speed passenger ferry service or hourly car ferry service, both from Southampton Town Quay, It is worth noting the house does not have private parking and there are parking restrictions in the road, However whilst parking directly outside the house can be difficult, there is free on road parking availability in the neighbouring streets and multiple long term pay and display car parks nearby to use.

Please also be advised that this property is located extremely close to the floating bridge which runs between Cowes and East Cowes which will give rise to some noise.

THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US.

LOCATION:

Home to the oldest and biggest sailing Regatta in the world, Cowes is the number one destination for sailors during the Summer months.
Cowes also boasts a rich wealth of history and culture with its ‘twin’ East Cowes just across the Medina estuary by chain ferry.
Stroll through the vibrant town and enjoy independent shops and well-known yachting clothing stores, sit at a pavement café or have a restaurant lunch and people watch or enjoy a glass of something cold and watch the sun go down over the Solent before having dinner at some excellent pubs and restaurants.
Take yourself across the water to East Cowes via the chain ferry and enjoy a slice of great British history at Osborne; Queen Victoria’s seaside residence. Stroll along her beach and enjoy the walled garden and Swiss Cottage. It’s a wonderful spot for families or just to wander through on your own. There are cultural museums, events and galleries to enjoy on both sides of the Medina and you’ll notice the influence of Prince Albert’s ornate designs in the architecture of many houses and buildings.

ACCOMMODATION:

GROUND FLOOR
Lounge/diner: double sofa bed, arm chair, WIFI TV, folding dining table & chairs, monks bench & coat rack.
Kitchen: SMEG electric oven, SMEG fridge freezer, microwave, kettle and toaster, French-doors out to rear courtyard.

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: super king size bed, wardrobe, bedside cabinets.
Family bathroom: bath with shower attachment, toilet & pedestal wash hand basin, heated towel rail.
Shower room: shower cubicle with rainfall shower, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail, washing machine.

SECOND FLOOR
Bedroom 2: twin room 2x 3ft single beds, (can be made into a super king on request) hanging rail, tall chest of drawers, bedside cabinet

OUTSIDE
Enclosed courtyard, with garden furniture and BBQ.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES / SERVICES:

PLEASE NOTE: a pre-authorised, refundable, security deposit of £150 will be required before arrival at the property. No money will be taken, unless any damage is reported at the property within 14 days of your departure.

This property offers a double sofa bed, If you would like us to supply linen for its use during your stay, this can be provided at an additional cost of £35, per stay.
Please do make us aware at the time of booking / in advance of your stay if you require this service, so we can arrange to take payment and have the linen made available.

There is no electric car charger on site and guests are prohibited from using the mains electric in the property to charge a car, unless agreed prior with the owner of the property. If it becomes apparent a car is being charged without approval, then the guest may be charged an additional amount to cover the extra cost.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

The Island Holiday Company are responsible for the full management of this property and should you need to contact us during your stay we are available between 9-5 Monday to Friday, We also operate an out of hours emergency service on the weekends - please refer to your property brochure left inside the property, for further information and contact details.

No stag or hen parties are permitted at any of our properties.

There is a strict no smoking/vaping policy, inside all our properties.

No pets are allowed at this property

Linens and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels and cot linen as necessary.

Please be advised that this property is located extremely close to the floating bridge which runs between Cowes and East Cowes which will give rise to some noise

Please be respectful of the property and the neighbours during your stay; leaving the property as you found it on your arrival

A breach of the above rules and guidelines could mean forfeiture of the Security Deposit.

THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-23:45

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ryde Pier Head Terminal and Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Gunwharf Quays and WestQuay Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Civic Centre or St. Mary's Stadium.
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Cowes, Isle of Wight

What's nearby

  • Cowes Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • RedJet Ferry Terminal - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Royal London Yacht Club - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Osborne House - 6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • West Cowes Ferry Station - 9 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fountain Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Victoria Tavern - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Basque Kitchen - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bell Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bell Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bell Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bell Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Cowes Harbour and RedJet Ferry Terminal. East Cowes Ferry Terminal and Royal London Yacht Club are also within 15 minutes. West Cowes Ferry Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Accommodation lovely

Anonymous: Accommodation lovely. Owners seem to have thought of everything to make our stay very pleasant. Nicely situated to explore the Island. Enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

The house was clean and tidy very good environment to stay. I will love to visit again.

Everything was good N/A
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10/10 Excellent

very special Cowes location

Bell Cottage has a very special Cowes location with all the essential holiday facilities you would req. With a unique atmosphere and home comforts, it is an ideal base to explore all the islands best spots as well as the towns Maritime and Historic attractions. Would recommend to any visitor and look forward to many return visits.
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10/10 Excellent

great short stay here.

Anonymous: Had a great short stay here. Ideally situated for EastWest Cowes. The cottage is exceptionally well presented, very clean and comfortable. Décor follows a pleasing nautical theme. I made full use of the public transport here and enjoyed the vintage bus festival and train gala at Havenstreet. Would certainly stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie F.

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

Isle of White Hols

Lovely place to stay , property very well thought out. Easy access to the rest of the island. 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely weekend at Bell Cottage.

We had a lovely weekend at Bell Cottage. Great location in Cowes, walking distance from the ferry terminal and to local restaurants, bars and shops . The cottage is furnished to a high standard with everything we needed for our weekend. Will definitely go back ! Thankyou.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous cottage

Fabulous cottage, equipped with everything you need for a very comfortable stay. The cottage is a short walk from a bustling high street, offering numerous restaurants and bars. It also has a supermarket, gift shops and some boutiques. Great transport links to mainland and rest of the island. Will definitely return.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing views of the sea

This was my second weekend stay at Bell Cottage. First with family and now with friends. The cottage is within easy walking distance to shops, pubs and restaurants with amazing views of the sea. The cottage is furnished to a high standard with all the equipment that we may need. Bell Cottage is generally a lovely place to stay and hopefully there will be a third trip soon.

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