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Grebe Cottage Bonchurch Isle of Wight . Idyllic setting.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Ventnor, ENG
  • Monks Bay Beach
    6 min walk
  • Ventnor Beach
    11 min drive
  • Steephill Cove Beach
    19 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU)
    117 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Grebe Cottage Bonchurch Isle of Wight . Idyllic setting.



An idyllic retreat in the heart of one of the Isle of Wight's prettiest villages, Grebe Cottage was completely renovated in early 2014 and now offers a stylish holiday experience. The cottage is directly opposite the famous Bonchurch Pond, and a short walk from the quiet sandy beach at Monks Bay. The excellent Bonchurch Inn is within walking distance, and for a wider choice of amenities the charming seaside resort of Ventnor is a 15-20 minute walk. The property is set back from the road and presents a very pretty frontage. A generous entrance hall with hanging space leads to the comfortable main lounge, stylishly decorated, with Smart TV and audio systems and a pretty open fireplace. A separate dining room is furnished in old pine. The kitchen is newly fitted in a white Shaker style, with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and Nespresso machine. Off the kitchen is a sun porch, ideal for morning coffee, and a utility room with washing machine and downstairs WC. There is an enclosed terraced garden to the rear of the property with outside dining facilities. Upstairs, the master bedroom enjoys excellent views of the pond and has a king size double bed. The second bedroom has two single beds that can be zipped together (please advise at time of booking). The spacious luxury bathroom, newly renovated, has a powerful shower, corner bath, bidet and under floor heating. Grebe Cottage has been expertly renovated by Distinctive Designs of Ventnor, and is decorated in subtle colours from the Zoffany range.

The South Wight is very special. Slightly removed from the main tourist beaches, the Ventnor Undercliff enjoys a Mediterranean microclimate. Exotic plants can grow -you will find an international collection in Ventnor Botanic Gardens, Ventnor was developed in Victorian times as a fashionable seaside resort, and there is much fine seaside architecture. After suffering a period of decline during the 1960s and 70s it is now resurgent, and enjoys a thriving arts scene, quirky shops, and provides the full seaside experience in an uncrowded environment.The Undercliff nestles beneath St Boniface Down, which offers excellent down land walking with fabulous sea and rural views.

Bonchurch is one of the Island's prettiest villages. Mostly constructed of the local stone and dating from medieval times, it was developed from about 1800 as a retreat for the wealthy, with large houses, villas and cottages, artfully positioned in generous gardens. The famous Pond is a natural feature that was developed in Victorian times into the wonderful village centrepiece it is today. The village is close to but sheltered from the sea, and enjoys sandy and quiet beaches. A stay in Bonchurch is lovely at any time of year. There is always something to do, from watching the ducklings on the pond in early summer to the fabulous autumn colours to dramatic coastal walks in winter.

The property has FREE Wifi.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Old St Boniface Church. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Old St Boniface Church and 6 minutes by foot from Monks Bay Beach
This cottage offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Ventnor cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Ruth Pickering

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: An additional charge of £25 per dog per stay

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Cot ,highchair,stair gate,provided on request

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Grebe Cottage Bonchurch Isle of Wight . Idyllic setting. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a great location
Stayed for 4 nights and had a lovely time at the cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home.
We initially had a little hiccup which was sorted straight away by Ruth who was really helpful. The cottage had everything we needed, it was lovely in a great location not far from Ventnor town an ideal base to explore the area such as Freshwater bay, Steephill cove.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stef B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage, brilliant location
Cottage had everything you could need - kitchen was really well stocked beyond the basics, comfortable rooms throughout, good WiFi, really clean and everything was easy to use. The location is idyllic and a perfect base - the short walk to Ventnor, Monks Bay 5/10 mins walk away and the Bonchurch Inn meant that if you wanted a day without driving you could still get out and about. The pond opposite really added to the stay and interest with lots of wildlife visiting. All in all a fabulous place, would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bamboo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay again
Brilliant holiday again thank you for keeping Grebe Cottage a lovely place to stay we loved it. Will be back x
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Fantastic acc
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab place
3rd year we have rented this cottage for our trip to the festival. Brilliant as always .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage!
The property was as advertised and was extremely well cleaned, bright and spacious for the 4 of us and our cat! Communication with Rita was really good and reassuring. In all, we enjoyed all aspects of the cottage and would recommend it to friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful hideaway in a perfect location!
From the outset, this property appealed. Its location opposite Bonchurch Pond with its terrapins, heron, ducks and carp suggested it might be rather busy, but in mid-June, we had no problem with road noise at all. Parking was fine, though we did have to move the car away from the cottage between 9 am and 5 pm. As we were usually out or there was space further down the same road, this didn't present a problem. The cottage itself is beautifully appointed inside and out, was very clean and there were some lovely touches including a bottle of wine and a bar of chocolate. We would highly recommend Grebe Cottage and fully intend to return ourselves sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grebe Cottage, Bonchurch
Cosy little cottage. Beautiful location. Perfect for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SImon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Half term break
Second time we have stayed there and would thoroughly recommend. Great location and property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a pleasure
Nothing really lets it down. It has everything one could wish for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage
Peaceful few days in lovely quaint cottage opposite the village pond. The cottage was well equipped close to the beach and all amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab stay in a great cottage
From the moment we walked through the door we felt at home. The cottage looks tiny from the front but opens up as you go in and was the perfect size for the 4 of us. 3 adults, one child and one dog. The cottage itself was very well equipped and with a lovely patio area out the back. We loved the location opposite the pond and a short walk to the beautiful dog friendly, Monks Bay. We also walked up the steep steps to Bonchurch Inn. Worth a visit, set around a beautiful courtyard and serving lovely Italian food. I would highly recommend a stay here and would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bamboo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely fantastic place to spend a week
Lovely as always. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brett W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Great place and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect base
This cottage is almost perfect, being spacious, light, and well-equipped. The slight, very slight, defect being no view from the suntrap courtyard. However, it's a short walk to the sea front and village green so not really an issue. The pond opposite is also a pleasure: teeming with life. Great base for walking straight from the door - the coast path to Shanklin and up onto Boniface Down. The Bonchurch Inn is a lovely spot for a pint, but is currently up for sale - hopefully the new owners will keep it going and keep its character.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

james D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Simply the best place to stay in Isle of Wight. Brilliant beds great shower lovely kitchen, love the big window at the front and the nice garden. The patio is a good sun trap for sun bathing. We loved feeding the ducks in the pond, amazing unspoilt English countryside. Whenever we go back to Isle of Wight, Glebe Cottage is our first choice every time. Wonderful. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

SImon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Holiday
Fantastic property, lovely location, we enjoyed it all. Will be looking to go back in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grebe Cottage August 2022
This is a lovely little property, we were all very comfortable there. It provides all of the facilities you would need and was nice and clean when we arrived. The location is pretty and very quiet. Its a shame some businesses have closed during Covid and not re-opened. It would have been nice to wander along the road to the cafe some days and explore one or 2 shops but unfortunately all the village has now is a garage, a welders, 2 churches and a pub. Bonchurch is a beautiful place though, right on the coast and ideal for those that enjoy walking and cycling. We walked into Ventnor a few times and along the coast path to Shanklin one day
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Faye T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
We loved our stay at Grebe Cottage and can't wait to visit again. Location: The village of Bonchurch is idyllic, with a fabulous pub serving great Italian food. There are no other amenities in the village but Ventnor is only a short 15/20 min walk away and you will find everything you need there. The cottage: Beautiful, with good size rooms and enough outdoor space. The photos do not do it justice. Has all you need. The wine and chocolate were a lovely touch. Other: The pond opposite is lovely and full of ducks, fish and terrapins. There is even a heron that visits. The area is really clean. The coastal path is beautiful and we loved the walk into Ventnor. It's longer but well worth it. From 1st May parking is restricted opposite tproperty and there is parking either inside of this area, although it does get busy as there is car garage that uses the street parking. One day we had to park 3 or 4 mins away. You can park in the restricted are though for an hr and between 6 pm and 8 am. We would definitely go back as the cottage is great and so is the location. Host is also really helpful and quick to reply.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very enjoyable stay
Grebe Cottage is very well appointed and spacious, and a comfortable base from which to visit any part of the island, or simply chill out. We were there before the summer parking restrictions came into effect and had no problems parking over the road, alongside the pretty pond. It’s a steepish walk up to the Bonchurch Inn - well worth it for a friendly welcome and tasty meal. All in all, a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dirk W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage, lovely lpcation
A lovely, comfortable cottage in a quiet location with a short walk to the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Isle of wight
Nice cottage location could of been better as area was quite hilly and not much sunlight on cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bamboo L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
Amazing place. Nice location and amazing house. It’s nice to be back
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosie H., Oxted, England

Liked: Cleanliness
Just beautiful
Loved the property, the village was fab. Really great place to stay. Thank you so much Rosie & family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021