A charming annexe cottage nestled on the outskirts of Ryde, Westmount offers a couple a lovely base for exploring the delights of the Isle of Wight. Just a mile from the sandy beach and close to shops and pubs, Westmount offers attractive, ground-floor and dog-friendly accommodation. Benefit from your own private parking space before entering into this self-contained property, heading straight into the kitchen/diner, home to a range of appliances to assist you on your self-catered stay, including a washing machine, with a dining table to enjoy your home-cooked meals at. Continue through into the homely sitting room, home to two plush sofas to relax on and a Freeview TV, with patio doors leading out to your own delightful, enclosed patio garden where you can indulge in dining alfresco on a summer's eve. Retire to the attractive king-size bedroom, complete with fitted wardrobes and a dressing table, and served by the shower room with a walk-in shower. Find all your need on your stay just a stroll away, with shops, pubs and restaurants scattered in the area, and the beach lying just a mile away. Explore the beautiful golden sands of Appley Beach with some of the warmest waters on the island in summer, bordered by a lush green park, it's the perfect spot to spend the day. Ryde boasts an excellent range of independent shops for you to browse and maybe pick up a souvenir or two, while the restaurants can offer all kinds of cuisine, alongside exquisite seafood and traditional fish and chips. Cycle or walk along the coastal path to soak up the beautiful scenery, or hop on an open top tour bus to see more of the island. The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is well worth visiting for its excellent displays on the history of its railway, as well as offering steam train rides. Animal lovers can visit Monkey Haven, Butterfly World or enjoy an impressive display at South Coast Falconry. Make a special trip to the spectacular Italian inspired mansion of Osborne, Queen Victoria's cherished residence, surrounded by lush gardens and filled with personal possessions belonging to Victoria and Albert. Visit Quarr Abbey too, an old Benedictine monastery, and explore the quaint villages of Seaview and Bembridge. Enjoy the delights of the Isle of Wight from this lovely home from home, Westmount.
Ryde is the largest town on the Isle of Wight and is a popular holiday destination, known as 'The Gateway to the Island'. The six miles of sloping sandy beaches are perfect for bathing, with Ryde boasting an array of attractions to entertain and plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants to frequent. Visit the attractions of Appley Park, Quarr Abbey and the quaint villages of Seaview and Bembridge. Catch an open top tour bus to see more of the island, or embark on scenic coastal walks.