2 Bedroom (Sleeps 5) Cottage in Totland Bay

Cliffway. Totland, own gdn, SEA VIEWS, 5 mins walk to beach/coast. LATE AVAILABLITY 20 - 27 JULY /SHORT BREAK

At a glance: Child Friendly, Wifi, Parking, Garden.
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Overview

Property Type: Cottage
Location: Totland Bay
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms
Bathrooms: 1
Minimum nights stay: 7
Low season price per week: £600
High season price per week: £1530
Average price per week:£800
Please contact the owner directly to confirm the price and availability

Description

OVERVIEW:
Peaceful, own garden, SEA VIEWS, 5 mins walk to beach/coast. WIFI COVID cleaning. AVAILABLE for short breaks out of season. Please enquire.

‘Cliffway’ is the best property of its type in the Totland area and is in a prime location, close to the beach with lovely sea views, and its own large private garden, ideal for people of all ages to explore and enjoy.

'Cliffway's' peaceful location, attractive garden and sea views from both in and outside the house make the property ideal for a three generation holiday, families, children, the retired and those who are less able. The dramatic sunsets and National Trust rural/seaside walks are also ideal for a romantic stay or those who wish to 'blow the cobwebs away' at all times of the year.

The property has 2 bedrooms (sleeps 5), and an open plan kitchen/living space.

Cliffway is located 7 mins drive from Yarmouth and the ferry and 4/5 mins walk from the beach and The Waterfront Restaurant and Bar.. A splendid restaurant called The Hut is just a short walk away, along the waterfront promenade to neighbouring Colwell Bay (booking required). Local shops & coastal walks are all within walking distance.

Cliffway has a large sunny garden, with trees for shade, which provides a great place to relax for all the family..

Totland Bay is a Marine Conservation Society Recommended Beach (MCS Award) with a 5 star water quality (2024) and classified as Excellent by the Environment Agency (in 2023 as samples not completed for 2024). The bay forms a part of the Needles Marine Protected Area.

The Headon Warren Walk which starts on the Turf Walk was highlighted by the National Trust as one of the UK's 'Walks with a 'WOW Factor'. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), a lowland heath covered by a mix of heather/gorse. There are a range of breeding birds on the cliffs. Views of the Solent, the island and mainland are possible from the top of Headon Warren.

THE PROPERTY
'Cliffway' is a single storey property, that provides an open plan living/kitchen area with ceiling lighting and timber flooring throughout. The living room has two double glazed doors that open 180 degrees and fasten, almost flat, against the outside wall to give easy access to the garden.

The garden is enclosed by a white timber picket fence at the front and a combination of trees/hedge/fence & gates. Parking is at the rear or in a lay-by opposite to the property.

The property has a shower room with a low profile shower, walled fixed shower/screen and seat, wash basin and toilet. Heating and hot water are provided by a combi boiler.

There are two bedrooms, one with a king size and single bed, the other room has two single beds. A fold up child's cot is provided.

The covered walkway can be used to provide a safe place to store bikes, surf boards etc and is a dry, sunny area to hang washing.
The glazed front porch provides space to hang coats and to store wet shoes etc.

‘Cliffways’ unique character lies in its quiet peaceful location, large attractive garden, great beach access and lovely sea views which are ideal for all the family. This is now combined with a modern renovation to give the comforts of home in all seasons.

‘Cliffway’ enables you to relax and sunbath in the garden, to sit and gaze at the sea watching the boats pass by or to enjoy a romantic supper sitting in the garden as you watch one of Totland's renowned spectacular sunsets.

In bad weather it is still possible to gaze out, through the full length double glazed doors, and enjoy watching the wind, the waves, the everchanging sky and turbulent seas and dramatic evening sunsets, whilst keeping a watchful eye for boats passing by, all from the warmth and comfort of the living room.

Great beach access makes it easy for all the family to enjoy a day on the beach swimming, exploring rock pools, making sandcastles, collecting shells or to try your hand at crabbing, etc before strolling back to ‘Cliffway’ buckets and nets in hand for tea in the garden.

It’s lovely to enjoy an early morning or evening relaxing stroll along the seafront and its so very easy to go for a swim.

'Cliffway' really offers the opportunity to 'dump' the car and relax.


THE LOCAL AREA
Totland has a wide sweeping Bay. The beach is sandy and relatively shallow for a good distance and ideal for younger children. The western end of the bay has plenty of rock pools to explore at low tide. The beach can be accessed by car.

Totland has something to offer whatever the season. It is popular with the fisherman who often camp out over night at the far end of the bay and with local water sport enthusiasts who also use nearby Freshwater and Compton Bays.

You can watch the Round the Island Race (Saturday 5 June 2024) from Totland, and Cliffway and in summer passing boats often moor in the bay for lunch at the Waterfront Restaurant.

For the dinosaur enthusiast the IOW dinosaur fossils were discovered on the coast at nearby Compton Bay and Brighstone Bay.

'Cliffway' provides an ideal base from which to explore West Wight and enjoy some of the UK's most spectacular and dramatic coastline. This can be enjoyed by foot, with a pram, with a wheelchair, by bus and as a cyclist


BY FOOT:

The IOW boasts a 68-mile-long coastal path that circles the island & connects to footpaths that cross the island. The Yarmouth to Freshwater Bay section runs along the Totland Bay waterfront (or can be joined from the Turf Walk) & heads over Headon Warren, to the coloured sands of Alum Bay & the Needles Old Battery (past the old rocket station/museum), before heading along Tennyson Down, past Tennyson's Monument, to Freshwater Bay where the path continues to Chale.

The coastal path connects with Colwell Bay & Yarmouth in the other direction.

A footpath also connects Freshwater to Yarmouth along the River Yar.

The Freshwater to Yarmouth cycle path provides a walk on the disused railway line, alongside the River Yar & has a café/restaurant at either end in the old railway station.

DISABLED /PRAM ACCESS:

Totland can be enjoyed by those who are less able to walk or who may rely on a wheelchair. The bay can be accessed by car with parking along the waterfront (including disabled bays).

The waterfront walkway runs from Totland Bay to Colwell Bay &, I understand, provides an unusual opportunity for someone who uses a wheelchair to experience the sea, close at hand at high tide. Unfortunately, a small section has a steeper gradient, after the landslide, but with assistance it may be possible for this to be negotiated in a wheelchair.

BY BUS:

The 'Island Coaster' provides around the island bus route which you can hop on & off as you wish. The 'Needles Breezer' offers a fun local ride.

CYCLISTS:

The island is popular with cyclists & it stages the Isle of Wight Randonnee. The Lonely Planet apparently described the route as the best place in the world to cycle. The route can be followed all year as key junctions are marked. The Freshwater/Yarmouth cycle path is nearby.

LOCAL RESTAURANTS include:

The Waterfront Restaurant/Bar is located on the Totland seafront which serves a range of good dishes including Greek Kleftiko & fish.

Totland Pier has now been redeveloped to provide a The Bay Café at the land end and a restaurant at the sea end. It is believed that The Bay Café will open this summer and the restaurant next year.

'The Hut' is located on the seafront, at Colwell Bay & has a growing reputation for great seafood among other dishes. The restaurant has been used by James Martin as a part of his television programmes. It open is spring for meals served inside and out (book in advance). Both are within easy walking distance of Cliffway or can be driven to if need be.

Historic Yarmouth has a lovely selection of restaurants & old hostelries plus 'On the Rocks' a steak/fish restaurant, The George Hotel, & a new restaurant overlooking the ferry/marina.

Nearby pubs include the well-known 'Highdown Inn' just below Tennysons Down & 'The Red Lion' at Freshwater.

Cliffway & Totland Bay offer an ideal base for a restful holiday or weekend break away from it all, whatever the season, no matter the weather. It is an ideal place to enjoy the seaside air & an opportunity to blow away the cobwebs!

Mrs C. July 2016. 'We had an absolutely wonderful stay. I did write in the visitor book. The bungalow is a gem and you have obviously put a lot of thought into making it work so well for your guests. My daughter kept asking me if I could buy it off you!
The 'Waterfront' restaurant was a real hit with the young ones. It was 27 years since I took my daughter on the chairlift at Alum bay...she took her little boy on it... Maybe a new family tradition has started.

Amy C with family & friend enjoy exciting weather. 19th Aug 2016
'The house is very nice and well-maintained and the living space was more than sufficient. I went with my teenage sister, her friend and my mum. Being a 17 year old girl, one of the fears is that we would get bored with the island's activities. However, our weekend was packed. When we weren't doing anything in particular, the beach was so close that even teenagers as lazy as us were willing to make the very short trip down.
Newport had some amazing shops that we didn't expect to find on the island and the sheer number of high quality places to eat really lifted our spirits after a windy day at the beach. Also the Emma Bridgewater pottery painting at Chessell was a really fun experience and a great chance to paint what ever you want onto one of their many different pieces of pottery.
The weather unfortunately refused to cooperate but the gale force winds and rain didn’t stop my sister, her friend and I from wandering along the sea front promenade from Totland Bay to Cowell Bay. The waves were enormous and we got a bit wet but it didn’t really matter as Cliffway was so close there was no need for steamy car journeys in soggy clothes. All in all, it was a great weekend and there was a lot there for us to do.'

TO BOOK PLEASE CONTACT US: We will email (or post) a copy of our Booking Conditions and Agreement and on receipt of the security deposit (currently £120) and a completed and signed booking form we will confirm your booking. Linen and towels are provided however, you will bring your own beach towels. Please feel free to call or email and we will be pleased to provide any additional information you may require and answer any queries. Short breaks are available out of season. Please contact us to discuss.

CLIFFWAY'
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Our Policy:
a) In order for us to retain that information we will need your written consent. For future holiday bookings a consent form is likely to be required at the time of an initial enquiry (when you may wish to hear from us for information/availability at other times) or on completion of a stay once the deposit has been returned.
b) We will not retain your personal details after your initial enquiry or holiday unless you have provided written consent. We will retain your personal information, provided by yourself, in order to confirm a booking. We will not retain your personal details once the holiday is completed and the deposit returned unless you provide written consent.
c) Data we receive from you as a result of your interest in our business is stored securely and password protected.
d) We do not share your personal details with third parties.
e) We do not ask for your bank details until after your holiday when we wish to return the security deposit. In circumstances where:
• Payment is made online we will delete your bank information from our records, however, proof of payment is kept should there be a query.
• Payment is made by cheque we will not have access to your bank details.
f) You have the right to withdraw consent at any time.
g) Information we receive from you will be kept for a maximum of six years for accounting purposes only.

43 Reviews

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We have holidayed at Cliffway for many years.

By Ian & Rosemary D on 15-Jul-2024

It is a spacious, well equipped bungalow with a relaxed atmosphere and lovely sea view. The sunsets are amazing . It is very clean and comfortable with everything you need for dry or wet weather ,-sun loungers and barbeque for the large garden and books, jigsaws and board games. It is a very good base for the island with safe beaches, places to visit and lovely walks. The bus service is brilliant !.

We had a wonderful holiday at Cliffway again this year.

By Christine S on 10-Jul-2024

This is our sixth visit and we keep coming back as it is such a lovely place to stay and a great base for a holiday on the Isle of Wight. The views from the living room are just amazing. The gardens surrounding the property are well kept and very pretty. The property is very clean, light and airy and has everything you need for your holiday. It really is home from home. We enjoyed visiting the many beaches the Island has to offer. Most evenings we walked along the path to nearby Totland Bay, where you can see the most stunning sunsets. All in all, another wonderful holiday. Thank you.

I just wanted to write to you to say what an amazing holiday we had at Cliffway last week.

By Michael P on 01-Jul-2024

It couldn't have been more perfect. Just having that lovely walk down to, and along the sea front to Colwell Bay (ice creams at 10am is the new favourite) was just brilliant for us. Baby George loved the sound of the sea whilst he was napping in his pushchair. We also loved seeing the sea from the house and garden and had all our evening meals outside which is exactly how we like to holiday, so being able to see that lovely view whilst we ate was just great. Thank you again for accommodating us for last week, we really appreciate it, it was the most perfect holiday for our little family

We had an absolutely brilliant time - thank you!

By Fenella on 16-Jun-2024

The house was perfect and I can't get over how incredibly peaceful it was. We both slept incredibly well. It was so restful. The sea view from the sitting room was wonderful - particularly in the evenings as the sun set. And the island is so beautiful - I had no idea. I want to take my family there - soon! Thanks again. Fenella

Excellent

By Ruth Imirie on 27-May-2024

Lovely property, everything needed, just perfect. Loved my stay and hope to return.

Thanks for our great stay at Cliffway.

By Ed P on 09-Sep-2023

'The house is in a perfect location to be able to stroll down to Totland Bay and we loved having an evening bbq on the beach while watching the sun go down. Accommodation is clean and comfortable, and the owner responsive to any queries. The garden is a good size for the kids and well looked after. A lovely quiet corner of the island, close by to the picturesque south/west coast, along with Yarmouth and Fort Victoria. Many thanks for our stay.'

Prices

6 April to 13 April 24 £695 per week
13 April to 20 April 24 £695 per week
20 April to 27 April 24 £750 per week
27 April to 4 May 24 £750 per week
4 May to 11 May 24 £ 1134 per week
11 May to 18 May 24 £ 1165 per week
18 May to 25 May 23 £ 1250 per week
25 May to 1 June 24 £1295 per week
1 June to 8 June 24 £1295 per week
8 June to 15 June 24 £ 1295 per week
15 June to 22 June 24 £ 1295 per week
22 June to 29 June 24 £1065 per week
29 June to 6 July 24 £1365 per week
6 July to 13 July 24 £1365 per week
13 July to 20 July 24 £1365 per week
20 July to 27 July 24 £1365 per week
27 July to 3 Aug 24 £1365 per week
3 Aug to 10 Aug 24 £1365 per week
10 Aug to 17 Aug 24 £1365 per week
17 Aug to 24 Aug 24 £1365 per week
24 Aug to 31 Aug 24 £1365 per week
31 Aug to 7 Sept 24 £1295 per week
7 Sept to 14 Sept 24 £1295 per week
14 Sept to 21 Sept 24 £1158 per week
21 Sept to 28 Sept 24 £1075 per week
28 Sept to 5 Oct 24 £895 per week
5 Oct to 12 Oct 24 £875 per week
12 Oct to 19 Oct 24 £850 per week
19 Oct to 26 Oct 24 £825 per week
26 Oct - 2 Nov 2024 £825 per week
2 Nov to 9 Nov 24 £595 per week
9 Nov to 16 Nov 24 £595 per week
16 Nov to 23 Nov 24 £595 per week
23 Nov to 30 Nov 24 £595 per week
Please enquire re dates Short breaks available
Please enquire Christmas and New Year Please enquire

Location

Suitability

Children Welcome
Wheelchair Access

Facilities

Fridge/Freezer
Hob
Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Pantry Items
Toaster
Dining Seats
Dining Room
Internet
Heating
Linens Provided
Washing Machine
Parking
Living Room
Hairdryer
Ironing Board
Television
DVDs
Video Library
Music Library
Games
Books
Garden

Theme

Adventure
Away from it all
Family
Historic
Romantic
Sports activities
Tourist attractions