Guests say
Guests consistently praise the cottage for its superb location, outstanding views, and peaceful setting. The property is celebrated for its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped nature. The welcome hamper is frequently mentioned as a delightful touch, although it's noted that such gifts are subject to change and not guaranteed. Some minor maintenance issues are mentioned, but overall, the cottage offers a highly recommended and relaxing stay.
The majority of reviews highlight the property as spotless and clean, with only a few minor comments about dog hair and cobwebs. The positive remarks far outweigh the negatives, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, tranquility, and scenic views. It is described as an ideal place for a peaceful break, with many guests eager to return, reflecting an exceptional location rating.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, cosy, and warm, especially during stormy weather. A few comments about the need for extra lamps and a broken bench suggest room for improvement, but overall, the comfort level is high.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with the property being well-equipped and maintained. However, some reviews mention minor maintenance issues such as lamps without bulbs, a curtain rail problem, and a need for updated heaters, leading to a slightly lower score.
The welcome hamper is frequently mentioned and appreciated, indicating thoughtfulness in guest treatment. It's important to note that such gifts are a pleasant addition but may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This is the end cottage to the west on the St Catherine’s Lighthouse site and offers accommodation for five guests. It features entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, double bedroom, twin bedroom and single bedroom.
In association with Trinity House, we are proud to present St Catherine's Lighthouse in Niton, on the Isle of Wight.
St Catherine's Lighthouse is situated just outside the hamlet of Niton, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the popular coastal resort of Ventnor, the southernmost point of the Island.
The site comprises a terrace of three self-catering, former lighthouse keepers' cottages, Landward Cottage, sleeping four guests, Gurnard Cottage, sleeping five guests and Penda Cottage, sleeping five guests.
There is an excellent real ale pub a 10-minute walk up the hill, The Buddle Smugglers Inn.
Additional Information:
Telephone with honesty box.
Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome (small additional charge). The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
There is no fog signal at this lighthouse site.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request.
Please Note:
Due to the location of the property television reception is often intermittent or lost.
Very limited mobile signal. A landline telephone is provided.
Given the remote locations of our cottages the Wi-Fi speed and availability cannot be guaranteed at this site The service offered is for light browsing and occasional use, services such as streaming and gaming may not be possible owing to the speeds obtainable.
Guests are reminded they are renting a heritage building, therefore certain features such as steps, stairs and floor levels may not comply with that of a modern building. As such, we would advise guests to acquaint themselves with the premises on arrival and exercise caution accordingly.
Guests should be aware that the lighthouses and equipment need regular and sometimes emergency maintenance. Therefore visits by maintenance staff may occur at any time during the year. However, staff will do their best to ensure guest privacy at all times.
Access roads to the lighthouse site are narrow with limited passing places and, dependent on the season and site, there is the possibility of overhanging vegetation due to cutting restrictions during bird breeding seasons or other environmental reasons.
A barbecue is not provided, however guests are welcome to bring their own, subject to adhering to the safety precautions set out in the arrival information.
Sorry, no fireworks, drones or remote controlled flying equipment are permitted.
Sorry, charging of electric cars is not permitted.
The ferries welcome dogs in the passenger lounges in dedicated areas and provide water bowls.
Reviews (70)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent place in an excellent location. Furniture and fittings all tastefully done only issue we had was squeaky back door and rear gate coming off.
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Confirmed Guest
Penda cottage was wonderful. And we stayed in a storm and it was soo warm and cosy. The hampers, Christmas tree and Christmas treats were an added bonus. We didn't have any problems with the internet or wifi at all (there were some parts of the house you couldn't get phone reception - but it wasn't the end of the world). Kitchen was fully stocked, towels lovely and fluffy. Cannot rate it high enough. Beautiful location too.
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Confirmed Guest
Even in the November rain the place is wonderful. Great facilities in the cottage and even better views out over the Channel.