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'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town.

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Woodside Lodge (and our dog, Gracie sunbathing!)
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Woodside Lodge

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town.

Tastefully furnished, Woodside Lodge is one of two lodges set in the grounds of Arethusa Cottage, within Pig Leg Lane 'natural' nature reserve. It is secluded, but within walking distance to Ryde town and beach. Available to book all year round, it sleeps two in a double bedroom, with a large sofa bed for up to two extra guests in living area.

The living space opens onto a gated private decking area with seating and gas BBQ. The lodge has a full kitchen and a modern wet room style bathroom with shower (no bath). Guests have use of owners garden with seating areas and a large pond with koi carp.

Dogs welcome - walks in the nature reserve right on the doorstep or on the fields a few minutes walk away, plus Appley beach locally is dog friendly all year.

Guests have use of an indoor heated swimming pool (open from February half term to October half term inclusive), shared with guests at one other lodge.

The immediate area is quiet although the Island Train Line runs a short distance away and the trains can be heard from the property (it's not a busy line though).

We offer trade rate ferry travel with both Wightlink and Red Funnel.

Both lodges offered with Arethusa Cottage Holiday Lodges - 'Woodside' and 'Monktonmead' - can be booked together for families or groups up to 10 people, discounted rate applies.

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About the area

Ryde

Located in Ryde, this cabin is in a rural area and by the sea. Portsmouth International Port and Ryde Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Priory Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Isle of Wight Steam Railway, or check out an event or a game at Fratton Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks.
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Ryde

What's nearby

  • Ryde Beach - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Appley Beach - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ryde Terminal - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ryde Harbour - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Smallbrook Junction Station - 12 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Railway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tonys - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Simeon Arms - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely lodges,
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Thank you. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Woodside Lodge. The pool was fantastic for our boys and the garden was stunning. The lodge was very clean and had everything we needed. Our hosts were very friendly and offered great local recommendations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2026
Thank you Sarah. It was nice to meet you all. You'd be welcome back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely week. The hosts were friendly and welcoming, communication prior to, and during our stay was excellent with help and advice just a WhatsApp message away. The lodge is lovely, clean and well stocked. It was great to be able to let our dog run free in the beautiful gardens and thank you so much for looking after him for the day while we visited the local animal sanctuary. Although the weather wasn't great during our stay, the lodge had all the facilities you need for a wet holiday and we really enjoyed using the pool. We loved seeing all the wildlife especially the red squirrels, woodpeckers and Jays on the birdfeeders right outside the bedroom window. Thanks again, Sue and Paul, hope to see you again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
Thank you so much. We are so pleased you had a good week in Woodside despite the showery weather.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful time staying in the Woodside lodge and look forward to coming back. Paul and Sue are really gracious host and great with communication beforehand and after. It's a little gem of a family retreat thank you for such a lovely time .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

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

Secluded Hidden Treasure In The Woods

Absolutely a hidden gem calm, and beautiful setting and stunnng gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2025
Thank you Simon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

A Weekend on the Isle of Wight

Arethusa Cottage is a fabulous place to stay. Perfect location, great hosts and well equiped home. The swimming pool is a great addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2024
Thank you Helen. We'd be very happy to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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Excellent

Three night stay at the end of March. Spotlessly clean, everything you need. Secluded location. Great hosts. Swimming pool very well maintained and warm. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2025
Thank you, hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Arethusa lodge holiday stay

Sue and Paul were excellent hosts and made us really welcome. The lodge had everything we could need, spotlessly clean, super cosy and well equiped. The sqimming pool was a great bonus as was the lovely garden and wildlife pond.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2024
Thank you Angela. It was lovely to meet you both, you would be welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Review

Really liked this property, great surroundings and in a secluded area which was very peaceful. Great for dog owners too as it is surrounded by a nature reserve.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2020
Thank you, glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for leaving the lodge spotless - you would all be welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

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Lovely stay

A wonderful quiet lodge set in a nature reserve with so many different birds and red squirrels. It gave us sisters time to reflect and enjoy our time together. Thanks to our hosts Sue and Paul for the lovely garden, pool and lodge
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2022
Thanks Jo, it was lovely to meet you both.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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A wonderful hidden gem

Such a lovely week. The lodge had all we needed and the owners were exceptional. Friendly, helpful and it made for a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2021
Thanks Liz, look forward to seeing you and family again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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

5 stars says it all

What an absolutely wonderful week we had staying at Woodside Lodge. For us, everything was 5 stars...the hosts, the lodge, the location, the pool. We cant thank our hosts enough for making our first trip to the IoW truly memorable. We'll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Thank you, you'd be very welcome back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keir D.

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

Lovely stay.

The property is wonderful, with peaceful surroundings and the added bonus of a really nice pool that you can actually swim in. The Lodge is comfortable and clean with top class amenities. The proprietors were very welcoming and we felt at home immediately. Thank you for a really nice week Keir Dowson Basingstoke
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2020
Thanks Keir, glad you had a good week and the dogs enjoyed their beach walks. Thanks for leaving the lodge so clean too.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

First class accommodation, gardens and surrounding area.

Peaceful oasis. The little touches made it a home from home with all sorts of essential items there on arrival, ie milk, coffee, tea etc even treats for the dog! Swimming pool and garden areas were amazing. Sue and Paul made us feel so welcome and we would highly recommend this accommodation for a great place to stay on the Island.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2022
Thank you. It was lovely to meet you and hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Cosy lodge set in beautiful garden in tranquil setting

Very clean and cosy lodge with friendly hosts. Our dogs were made very welcome! Beautiful well kept garden with indoor swimming pool open to guests. Setting on the edge of Ryde with quick and easy access to both shops and countryside. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2023
Thank you Sara, it was lovely to meet you all - you'd be most welcome back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

We were made very welcome with wonderful clean accommodation with lots of lovely touches like tea f

It was very calming after covid every thing connected to covid was adhered to even with the wonderful heated swimming pool we would throughly recommend this for a peaceful break
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2021
Thank you Brenda. It was lovely to meet you and Don. You would be welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Peaceful location, nature, pool and great hosts

A unique place. Close to a nature reserve, but also near to the town and places to visit. The pool is so warm and has a changing area. The owners helped me with my luggage when I arrived and when I left. At hand for any help. I couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2024
Thank you Denise. It was good to meet and chat with you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Lovely stay at Woodside Lodge

We really enjoyed our short stay at Woodside Lodge. The lodge was very clean, well equipped and in a beautiful garden setting. We particularly loved seeing the red squirrels. Sue and Paul are super hosts; great communication throughout the booking process/prior to arrival and very welcoming. Our children loved the pool, especially with the added bonus of the inflatables! We will definitely be returning. Thank you Sue and Paul.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2024
Thank you very much for the lovely review. We look forward to seeing you all again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl M.

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Relaxing winter break with pool!

Not long back from a relaxing 3 night stay at both Woodside and Monktonmead lodges. The lodges are comfortable, clean and well equip. The heated indoor pool is an amazing addition and because we booked both Lodges we had it all to ourselves! The gardens are really nice and relaxing with lots of nature and also a pond area with lots of fish. Sue and Paul are great hosts and we will be looking to book again in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 February 2022
Thanks Daryl. Pleased you had a good break.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Lovely, cosy lodge

We thoroughly enjoyed the lodge and the pool and everything was very clean and well looked after, lodge had everything we needed. Had a lovely time but felt it was a bit far from the beach and attractions unless you used your car. We had terrible weather but it looked like the surrounding walks & gardens would be great in the summer. Sue & Paul were lovely and very helpful and Gracie was a sweetheart.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2023
Thank you. Hopefully we'll see you in better weather (can't be much worse!) next time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Outstanding

A gorgeous, well equipped cabin set in a beautifully maintained garden which was peaceful, secluded and full of nature. Plus an indoor heated swimming pool. Couldn't ask for more. Sue , Paul John and Gracie were the perfect hosts. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2022
Thank you John. It was lovely to meet you and Fay. You'd be welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Highly recommended

We stayed in Woodside lodge this past week. What a beautiful oasis of calm! Sue and Paul are excellent hosts and really care. The lodge has everything you need, plus a few extra touches. The indoor pool is great too! They have loads of lights and fairy lights so sitting outside on an evening is wonderful. It’s so well thought out! So easy to get to many places on the island too either by foot or car. Well recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2022
Thank you Mark. See you in 2024!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Really great Stay With Sue and Paul

My partner and our little girl had a lovely stay with Sue and Paul. They were very accommodating and friendly. Our cabin was well presented and cosy. The garden was beautiful and relaxing and the swimming pool was the cherry on the cake. Such a lovely stay at a peaceful retreat just on the outskirts of Ryde. Couldn’t have asked for more and we will be sure to return. We even to see some red squirrels in the garden a few times! Just to top it off.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2022
Thanks Jake. Glad you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

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Amazing

Wonderful hosts, Sue & Paul couldn't do enough. Never intrusive but there if you needed them. Lodge spotless & very comfortable with everything you need plus more! Gardens beautiful, especially the pond (magical) & the pool was the cherry on top. Area fab for walking, right on the doorstep so no need to drive anywhere. Very dog friendly. Very peaceful with only the sound of birds. Also seen a few red squirrels in the garden! Will definitely return & would recommend to anyone 👌
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2023
Thank you Carole. So pleased you had a good week. We hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

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Tranquil retreat in beautiful surroundings

I had a wonderful few days staying at Woodside Lodge.. Paul and Sue were considerate, helpful, friendly hosts and I felt welcomed and immediately at home. Woodside Lodge was comfortable and very clean with all I could need for my stay. The garden is beautiful with a tranquil fish pond to retreat to and meditate by . There is also a private swimming pool which was wonderful. Arethusa Cottage is well situated to explore the island from. I walked miles every day and found some truly beautiful places. As a lone traveler I would highly recommend staying in this beautiful place with Paul and Sue as hosts . I could not have wanted for more.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2022
Thank you Cathy. Hopefully you'll have a bit more sunshine next time you visit, but so glad you enjoyed your break despite the rain!
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