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La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight

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A modern interior with a sofa, dining table, and large windows overlooking a marina.
A view from a room with a large window overlooking a marina with boats and a wooden dock.
A balcony with a wicker table, a glass of red wine, and a view of boats at sunset.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a marina.
A floating houseboat with a covered deck, a small outdoor seating area, and a docked boat in the background.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Newport, Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight
  • Place, Seaclose Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Medina Leisure Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St Mildred's Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Newport

Located in Newport, this houseboat is in a rural area and on the beach. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Osborne House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portsmouth International Port and Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal. Isle of Wight Steam Railway and Amazon World Zoo Park are also worth visiting.
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Newport, Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight

What's nearby

  • Seaclose Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Medina Leisure Centre - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St Mildred's Church - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Cowes Harbour - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Smallbrook Junction Station - 12 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Man In The Moon (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Prince of Wales - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Lifeboat - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Wheatsheaf Hotel - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight?

As of 11 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight on 16 November 2026 start from NZ$671, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is La Petite Foret | Boutique Boathouse on the Isle of Wight located?

Nestled on the beach, this Newport houseboat is within 3 mi (5 km) of Seaclose Park, Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Osborne House. Woodside Beach and Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely 2 bed house boat on a quiet marina with an excellent pub very nearby. All amenities provided. Nice area to have a drink on top of the boat and watch nature. Very clean and comfortable. Nice shower and comfy beds. Would suggest take an eye mask as a streetlight opposite shines brightly into the main bedroom. We were on bikes and there is not a shop on site. A lovely neighbour gave us a lift to the supermarket. Very good communication and easy check in /out process. QUite late chech in at 5 but suited us. Would highly recommend and would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host, Fred, was great at providing information and responding to questions quickly. Unfortunately, while the boat itself was very nice, we ended up not staying after we checked in. The boat does not have air conditioning, which meant we would need to sleep with the windows open given it was very hot 28C inside when we arrived. We opened the doors and windows, then took a seat on the back deck while the boat cooled off. We were quickly overcome by the smell of raw sewage, likely from one of the other nearby boats and something beyond Fred's control. Fred was understanding.Although the boat had a beautiful bathroom, as advertised, there was a sign in the bathroom asking us to limit our use, due to limited water on the boat, and giving us the code to use an onshore bathroom/shower complex. We decided to check that out and see if the smell dissipated. Instead, it got worse. We weren't going to be able to sleep with the windows open with that smell. It was nauseating. So, we checked out and went back to the hotel we had been staying in previously. The upper deck of the boat had a section that, barring the odor, would have been a beautiful place to hang out. As one might expect of a waterfront property, it had a considerable amount of bird droppings, which somewhat limited the usefulness of the upper deck.I'd compare the boat to upscale camping given the request to use the on-shore bathroom complex. If it weren't for the smell, it would have been nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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