Family friendly cottages and houses

The Isle of Wight is the perfect location for a holiday with the whole family, grandparents included! The Island has plenty of accommodation to suit your needs, whether you are looking to be close to the beach with the family,  in the heart of the rural countryside or a home large enough for a family gathering, the Isle of Wight has it all.

Red Squirrel Lodge and The Coach House are located on Grange Farm on the outskirts of Wootton. Enjoy a family stay here and see the local red squirrels who can regularly be spotted. Wildlife cameras are available to capture the wildlife at the farm too.

Ideal for families, Tapnell Farm is an award-winning holiday destination set in the beautiful rural West Wight countryside, boasting the most amazing sea views and stunning sunsets. Home to Tom’s Eco Lodge glamping and farm accommodation, Tapnell Farm Park attraction, the Island’s only outdoor floating Aqua Park, The Cow Restaurant, countryside walks on the Tapnell Trail and so much more, it’s a great place for families who like to keep active.

For a stay with historical significance, Bermuda House in Ventnor has a place in history as the location where Sir Edward Elgar and his new wife Alice chose to spend their honeymoon in 1889. Sleeping 10, the house is a 4-star self-catering holiday destination with a Gold Award. With fine panoramic sea views over the harbour and beach, the property boasts many original features with high original ornate ceilings and a beautiful carved staircase. Perfectly situated with the beach two minutes in one direction and the centre of Ventnor in the other.

The Cottage at Great East Standen Manor is an award-winning historic thatched cottage on the outskirts of Newport in the centre of the Island, which has been restored to the highest standard. Situated within the grounds of a historic Manor House with 60 acres of beautiful downland and splendid views. The cottage is located which is perfect for walking, cycling and bird-watching. There is also a path leading to a network of footpaths and bridle paths that run across the Island. You are welcome to bring your own horse, carriage and horse box to enjoy the out-riding from the cottage.

Nestled in the heart of the rolling countryside, Nettlecombe Farm offers you and your family a unique self-catering holiday that will leave you with wonderful memories.

Choose from nine award-winning, dog-friendly, luxurious self-catering cottages to choose from, sleeping three to ten. Along with three coarse fishing lakes and a petting farm that kids will love, which includes a wide variety of not just farm animals but reindeer, alpacas and an emu too, there are play areas for children to let off steam with toddlers' play equipment, a big Wendy house and a sports field. There is also the opportunity to join one of the farm feeding tours, giving you the opportunity to experience a day in the life of a farmer.