The Bay Colwell Fort Warden Road, Freshwater, PO39 0DA, United Kingdom
#19 of 37 hotels in Freshwater
Guests' ChoiceBased on 630 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.3
Staff
8.8
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
5.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 18 September 2024
Sarah
United KingdomWe expected there to be some sort of welcome pack in the cottage but there wasn't so nothing to let us know about the facilities on site, where the bins were located (recycling) local places to eat or shop, places to visitor attractions, how to get to the beach also there was a gate which led to a quicker route to the beach which needed a code which we didn't have and didn't realise this till late in the evening towards the end of our stay.
The cottage was lovely and a short walk to the beach and if you walked along the sea front just round the bend you could see the Needles in the distance. It was a great base from which to explore the Isle of white.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Lauren
United KingdomThe signal wasn’t great , perhaps WiFi could be added
The bungalows were lovely and modern , 2 lovely sized bedrooms and living area. The kitchen was stocked with all appliances including washing machine and dish washer. The surrounding area is beautifully quiet and love the private entrance to the beach. The bungalow had a private drive too for the car and nice little front garden with furniture to sit in. Loved that towel we’re readily at the property.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 8 September 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomVery small car parking spaces and quite narrow to drive around. The mattress on the bed was quite firm, so not that comfy for us - but appreciate this is down to personal preference.
Spacious lodge with well equipped kitchen and nicely decorated. Very clean and was impressed with the quality of the bed linen. Set in a lovely location with good access to the beach nearby and felt quite private when sitting in the outdoor space attached to the property.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 7 September 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomIt felt a little old, the sofas need replacing, as does the double be, it’s almost falling apart, perhaps it could do with a king for bigger people,
It had everything we needed, it had a modern feel to it
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 1 September 2024
Davd
United KingdomAll is good
Good location with good people operating the resort.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 1 September 2024
Nicola
United KingdomWould have liked a bar onside.
Really lovely, clean accommodation. Very close to lovely beach.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 24 August 2024
Lisa
United KingdomLack of storage space in the kitchen for food/groceries. Could do away with the washing machine. The sofa was too soft and low and we had trouble getting up out of it. The basin plug in the bathroom kept sticking, so we ended up using the bowl from the kitchen. We know that pictures on the website are for illustration purposes, but we were a little disappointed with the cottage considering it was classed as ‘Executive/Premium’.
Light and airy, decent size rooms. Close to the beach.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Langevine
United KingdomShort opening time for the pool 10:00-4:00
Location
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 7 August 2024
Tracy
United KingdomI think only have one toilet roll was a bit tight so maybe having a spare one would have been nice . But that’s all .
Very happy with our accommodation, the beds were nice and firm which is important to me having a bad back. Lovely and spacious for the two of us, very well equipped kitchen with all you need . Lovely shower and it was nice to have some private out door space with table & chairs.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 30 July 2024
Emmeline
United KingdomLocation was great near the beach and local attractions. The site was quiet and well maintained.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 27 July 2024
Natalie
United KingdomOverall it was an excellent stay. Maybe consider growing out the hedges so passers by cannot see into the living rooms. Also more toilet roll would be appreciated.
Location was excellent. Friendly staff. Good parking access to the beach.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 22 July 2024
Sally
United KingdomPool could have been open longer
Self catering. Come and go as you please.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 16 July 2024
Ann
United KingdomIt wasn’t we didn’t like it was the steps down to the property which were wooden where a bit slippy when we got there as had been raining. Maybe a handrail might help.
We were very impressed with our accommodation. It was a lovely place to stay and we also had a hot tub which we didn’t realise we would have. . The accommodation was very pleasing, just couldn’t fault it. A lovely place to stay. Thoroughly recommend it.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 9 July 2024
Stuart
United KingdomView
Clean, spacious
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 7 July 2024
Christopher
United KingdomCould have had a slightly deeper clean. Floor was a little dirty, cigarette bottle left outside, hot tub had leaves and garden was a little uncomfortable with no shoes coming in and out. Was no extra bedding for sofa bed. And no hangers which made it hard for us to really unpack.
The swimming pool at guest services was lovely. Nice spacious living area. Good cooking facilities and sort walk from the beach. Car park space not too far from lodge.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 5 July 2024
Sarah
United KingdomHot tub. Too many chemicals in it. Even after showering can’t get rid of the smell of bleach. Functions didn’t all work.
Lovely location, accommodation and outside private space. Not on a big site. Quiet. Closeness to beach and good restaurants.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 5 July 2024
Nic
United KingdomQuiet location easy access to the beach and cafe
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 30 June 2024
Yasmin
United KingdomFloors were dirty. Looked like they hadn’t been cleaned in a while. Hair and dirt on the floor.
Good location. Comfortable and a decent size. Well furnished.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 29 June 2024
Katie
United KingdomThe floors were dirty and my baby had been crawling and walking around made his feet and knees black. Having to open the oven everytime we needed to get some cutlery as the oven handle blocked the drawer from being opened fully. Other than that everything else was all good and clean.
Cute and cozy. Hot tub was lovely, felt nice and comfortable that wasn’t being overlooked by other guests.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Karen
United KingdomN/A
Perfect location, v comfortable, clean and well equipped chalet
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 28 June 2024
Robert
United KingdomPoor Parking Smelly bins right outside the cottage no gate on the garden bit for child no sun shade or umbrella outside and no washing up liquid or hand wash. Shower was way to small
Good Location nice cottage
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024
Samuelsen
Faroe IslandsIt would have been nice with a coffe machine. The terrace was a bit small.
The property was new and clean. Had a little terrace.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024
Karen
United KingdomNothing. But on our arrival we were given a ( discounted ) quote to stay next year same time and dates and it was double the price we paid this year, so although we really enjoyed our stay , did not rebook for next year as we feel this is an excessive hike in price.
Quiet, clean, spacious, everything we needed there, oh except a ice cube tray in freezer for my g&ts
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 24 June 2024
Sarah
United KingdomVery clean and spacious
Stayed in June 2024
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