Jacqueline’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Some of the best activities on the island. Great for younger kids and older kids alike. Play barn, petting zoo and pedal cars for the younger ones and a water park in a freshwater water pool, football golf, axe throwing, archery and clay pigeon shooting for adults and older kids.
113 locals recommend
Tapnell Farm Park
Newport RoadSome of the best activities on the island. Great for younger kids and older kids alike. Play barn, petting zoo and pedal cars for the younger ones and a water park in a freshwater water pool, football golf, axe throwing, archery and clay pigeon shooting for adults and older kids.
SUP boarding, canoeing, kayaking, sailing plus land activities for all abilities. Book with an instructor or hire yourself.
14 locals recommend
Tackt-Isle Adventures
SUP boarding, canoeing, kayaking, sailing plus land activities for all abilities. Book with an instructor or hire yourself.
Goodleaf Tree Climbing
Garden WalkFun tree climbing activity based nearby in Appley Park.
Ride along the beach with Sally's Riding School. Some of their horses graze on the very top field overlooking the house.
9 locals recommend
Sally's Riding School
Ride along the beach with Sally's Riding School. Some of their horses graze on the very top field overlooking the house.
Wight Karting
Brading RoadGo-karting. 15 minute drive away from the house.
Visit the impressive life boat station and watch one of the regular lifeboat launchings from inside the station.
15 locals recommend
Bembridge Lifeboat Station
Lane End RoadVisit the impressive life boat station and watch one of the regular lifeboat launchings from inside the station.
Food scene
Located in Ventnor and Cowes serving local produce and seafood, with a pan-Asian twist. Voted best restaurant in the Isle of Wight in 2022 and 2021.
59 locals recommend
Smoking Lobster
EsplanadeLocated in Ventnor and Cowes serving local produce and seafood, with a pan-Asian twist. Voted best restaurant in the Isle of Wight in 2022 and 2021.
Located in Ventnor and Cowes serving local produce and seafood, with a pan-Asian twist. Voted best restaurant in the Isle of Wight in 2022 and 2021.
Smoking Lobster Cowes
Located in Ventnor and Cowes serving local produce and seafood, with a pan-Asian twist. Voted best restaurant in the Isle of Wight in 2022 and 2021.
The Old Fort
EsplanadeGood pub style dining with a view over to Portsmouth
Good for a special occasion with a tasting menu and separate bar for a drink before your meal.
Heron Ryde
Good for a special occasion with a tasting menu and separate bar for a drink before your meal.
An island favourite, book well in advance. Amazing food and a cool, laid back vibe with DJs at peak times. Guests can arrive by sea or foot.
104 locals recommend
The Hut
Colwell Chine RoadAn island favourite, book well in advance. Amazing food and a cool, laid back vibe with DJs at peak times. Guests can arrive by sea or foot.
The Garlic Farm Shop And Restaurant
Mersley LaneGreat spot for breakfast and lunch.
The Beach Shack
At Steephill Cove. Walk through the botanical gardens to get to this secluded cove.
The Pointer Inn
High StreetGreat pub food in a good area for walks
Great pies and pub food. Would recommend after a walk up to Appuldurcombe.
36 locals recommend
The Taverners
High StreetGreat pies and pub food. Would recommend after a walk up to Appuldurcombe.