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Cowes retreat - ferry discount available

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A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and armchair, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a door leading to another room.
A patio with stone flooring, a wooden table, and two wooden chairs.
A bedroom with a brick-patterned wall, a bed with a grey and white striped duvet, a green armchair, and a wooden nightstand.
A residential building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a visible satellite dish.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Close to the beach, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 12 guests. It features a balcony and yard for outdoor enjoyment. Families can enjoy swimming, mountain biking, and fishing nearby. Explore local attractions like Cowes Maritime Museum and Cowes Yacht Haven. The stay is pet-friendly, welcoming your furry companions.

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cowes Beach
5 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Cowes, England
  • Place, Cowes Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal London Yacht Club
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowes Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪94 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cowes retreat - ferry discount available

Great family home just a couple of minutes walk from the yacht haven and town centre, perfect for families, groups and crew alike. Sleeps 9 guests comfortably in upstairs bedrooms, and there is a sofa bed and floor mattress in the living room for extra people if needed (sleeps up to 12 max). Spacious rooms and sea views from some of the bedrooms. Large kitchen diner, separate living room and cosy snug with comfy sofas and smart TV. Private back yard perfect for a summer evening. On road parking for one vehicle (visitor permit can be arranged) and walking distance from the passenger ferry. The perfect place to use as your base to explore the island. WIGHTLINK FERRY DISCOUNT UP TO 35% AVAILABLE - DETAILS WILL BE SENT ON CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Stairs to top floor unsuitable for young children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Well behaved pets are welcome!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10888704
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Cowes

Located in Cowes, this holiday home is near the beach. Southampton Cruise Terminal and Portsmouth International Port 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. Isle of Wight Steam Railway and Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Cowes, England

What's nearby

  • Cowes Yacht Haven - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cowes Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Island Sailing Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal London Yacht Club - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cowes Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • West Cowes Ferry Station - 7 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fountain Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lifeboat - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Comicoffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pontoon View - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cowes retreat - ferry discount available pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cowes retreat - ferry discount available?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cowes retreat - ferry discount available?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cowes retreat - ferry discount available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cowes retreat - ferry discount available located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cowes Harbour and RedJet Ferry Terminal. East Cowes Ferry Terminal and Cowes Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). West Cowes Ferry Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property - v close to town centre and easy walk from the ferry. Excellent host too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing host, clean tidy property and excellent location. 100% recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2026
Thank you, Claire! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family stay in Cowes

Lots of room and great central location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2026
So glad you had a great time at the house. Thanks for being such lovely guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, perfect assistant from the host
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2026
Thank you for such kind words! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay at the house. Come back and visit again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super family break

Great location which suited us perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Very flexible property and great for large families
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Glad you enjoyed the house and had a great stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Lovely house in a wonderful location. We enjoyed our stay in Cowes, the host was very helpful and everything went very smoothly. The downstairs, kitchen, lounge and most of the bedrooms were lovely. The one upstairs didn’t have a door just stairs, which should be highlighted as it wasn’t suitable in terms of privacy which was a problem. Another had small beds not really fit for adults and was very small, so I wouldn't recommend having too many adults staying. The downstairs bedroom worked well but again better for children. We were able to park 5 mins walk away which was fine and often there were spaces on the street, and we appreciated the residents permit. Overall it was fantastic value for money in a great location but would have appreciated more understanding about the bedrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good break with friends

Excellent location. Just short walk from red jet. Nice spacious house. Lots of sleep options for group of friends. Good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2026
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay at the house and the island. Come back and visit soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ladies away in Cowes

Excellent location to walk into Cowes. Super host who was very responsive and gave us good advise. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2026
Thanks for such kind feedback! I’m so glad you had a lovely time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cowes

Comfortable house and great access into Cowes and island. The owner was really helpful and prompt. However only thing to be mindful of is parking (even with permit that owner kindly arranged) wasn’t easy. Overall great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2026
I’m so glad you had a lovely time at the house and enjoyed the island. Parking can be a little tricky in the summer months for sure, but a combination of the free parking permit and the nearby car parks usually does the trick!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great base for a trip to the IOW. Nothing too much hassle for our host. Cowes centre only a 3 minute walk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

We had a lovely time at this property. The location to town is great. We were a family of 7, 5 adults and two 5 year olds. We spent the majority of our time when at the property, in the large kitchen. Claire the property manager, was outstanding from beginning to end.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Housing in Cowes

The location of this house was ideal for our purposes. It was central to Marina, grocery shopping, ferry. Can walk to everything an no car necessary. Property owner was very responsive and helpful if any questions. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2023
Thanks for the kind words, Hiro! It was our pleasure to welcome you to Cowes and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Iow

Amazing for 10 people comfortable and lovely host. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Lovely house in a great location. Claire was a fantastic host and I would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Claire

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