Linda Cottage, St Helens

Isle of Wight. Sleeps up to 5

Nestled in the beautiful village of St Helens on the Isle of Wight is this cheerful yellow, semi-detached dwelling, Linda Cottage, offering a wonderful coastal escape for five. Perfect for a couples' getaway or a family of five, Linda Cottage boasts two bedrooms and is within easy reach of shops, pubs and the beach. After finding a parking spot on the roadside or in the nearby free car park, head through the pretty, enclosed, front patio and into the property. Discover the lovely kitchen where you can rustle up tasty dishes for the group making use of the excellent appliances, with cream shaker style units and wooden worktops, you can expect to find a charming country style. Serve up delicious dishes at the dining table in the living/dining room, with bench seating, a sofa and armchair in here to relax on afterwards, and a classic coal-effect electric stove adding further character. On warm days, open up the patio door from the sitting area out onto the front garden area, with a bistro set here perfect for dinner or drinks alfresco in the sun. Completing the ground floor is the pretty bathroom where a roll-top bath presents somewhere to delight in a hot soak or enjoy a refreshing shower with the overhead shower. Head up the steep cottage stairs, holding the rope rail for balance, and discover a romantic sleeping spot within the first bedroom, home to a pretty four-poster double bed and light and airy decoration. The second bedroom boasts a triple bunk bed, with a double below and a single on top, perfect for accommodating either a couple or two friends. The village's local friendly shop with all essentials, sweet treats or coffee fixes you need can be found a stone's throw away and a local café just around the corner from Linda Cottage serving meals throughout the day. The same can be said of the nearby pub, with St Helens also home to a lovely village green, said to be the second largest in England, and host to cricket and football matches, along with a children's playground. Walk down to the National Trust's St Helens Duver beach for a lovely day on the shores swimming, hiring paddleboards and kayaks, making sandcastles or even booking a horse ride along the beach. Book an exciting sea angling excursion with one of the charters down at Bembridge Harbour, or simply delight in admiring the picturesque scenery of the boats bobbing on the water. Plenty of restaurants, pubs and shops can be found in Bembridge, along with the two National Trust sites of Bembridge Windmill and Bembridge Fort and Downs, both well worth visiting. The Isle of Wight has many attractions that are within reach including several zoos, perfect for any animal lover, including Isle of Wight Zoo, South Coast Falconry, Monkey Zoo, Amazon World Zoo and Haven Falconry Bird of Prey Centre, also very popular for the annual International Scooter Rally. Explore the beautiful Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with plenty of walking, with the island being popular for cycling thanks to the relatively flat terrain, so you can delight in leisurely outings with your loved ones admiring the tranquil scenery. Spend a fabulous break at Linda Cottage making amazing memories on the Isle of Wight.

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