Last minute cottages on the Isle of Wight
Brimming with history and natural beauty, the Isle of Wight beckons for last-minute holidays with a difference. Fill your sun-soaked days with coastal explorations as you take in iconic sights such as The Needles and the magnificent Osborne House, or enjoy the salt-kissed wiles of the many sandy beaches, from the turquoise waters of Freshwater Bay to the bustling delights of Sandown. With a spontaneous stay in one of our lovely self-catering holiday cottages, you can make the most of Island life, with beachside restaurants and walking festivals promising plenty of things to see and do.
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108 holiday cottages available for a last minute break in Isle of Wight
7 nights from £1458
St Hubert's Lodge
60573 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage near Yarmouth.
Surrounded by tranquil countryside on the edge of the Isle of Wight National Landscape and close to the charming seaside island towns of Yarmouth and Cowes, St Hubert's Lodge is a ...
7 nights from £1458
7 nights from £790 *
Grey Gulls
61594 bedroom self catering cottage with sea views in Seaview.
This beautifully presented, semi-detached, three-storey townhouse is set in the sought-after village of Seaview, just a stone's throw away from stunning beaches with crystal clear ...
7 nights from £790 *
7 nights from £450
Bay Cottage
61502 bedroom self catering cottage near the beach in Cowes.
Tucked away in the charming village of Gurnard on the northwest coast of the Isle of Wight, this cosy two bedroom cottage offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, complete with a pretty...
7 nights from £450
7 nights from £788
Wickings
61013 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Ventnor.
Nestled in the sheltered seaside town of Ventnor, blessed with its own gentle microclimate, this wonderfully welcoming and peaceful retreat is perfect for relaxing, unwinding and s...
7 nights from £788
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7 nights from £755 *
Little Field
61233 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach near Ryde.
Tucked away on a quiet road, Little Field has been lovingly built by the owners and offers guests a peaceful and tranquil retreat with oodles of space and modern living. Situated o...
7 nights from £755 *
7 nights from £842 *
The Police House
60514 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Seaview.
Perfectly situated in the heart of the charming village of Seaview on the stunning east coast of the Isle of Wight, The Police House is a delightful, detached holiday home located ...
7 nights from £842 *
7 nights from £477
Seascape
59442 bedroom self catering apartment with sea views in Ventnor, Isle of Wight.
Located in the cosmopolitan town of Ventnor within a Victorian townhouse, Seascape is a modern two-bedroom, ground floor, apartment with spectacular sea views overlooking the bay. ...
7 nights from £477
7 nights from £984
Maybury
59913 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near the beach in Seaview, Isle of Wight.
Your dream coastal escape awaits in Seaview! Escape to elegant Maybury and stay in this beautifully styled home with sandy beaches and village amenities on your doorstep. This blis...
7 nights from £984
7 nights from £788
Fenders
59873 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Totland.
Your memorable Isle of Wight coastal escape awaits at Fenders, a beautifully appointed single-storey retreat, situated just moments from the picturesque beach at Totland Bay. Tucke...
7 nights from £788
7 nights from £1035
Sun Lodge
58534 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage with sea views in Ventnor.
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the historic charm of Ventnor at this elegant Isle of Wight retreat with mesmerising sea views and generous spaces for a truly relaxing fa...
7 nights from £1035
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