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Reviews of The Bay Colwell

The Bay Colwell Fort Warden Road, Freshwater, PO39 0DA, United Kingdom

#19 of 37 hotels in Freshwater

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 630 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    8.0
    Lovely spacious cottage close to the coast, a great base for exploring the Isle of white
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 6 nights

    We 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

    9.0
    First trip to IOW and it was Amazing! I would definitely come back and stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    9.0
    Well situated, well furnished property that was good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very 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

    8.0
    We loved staying at Colwell bay,was nice and central, we really loved the hot tub,was worth paying the extra for it,alt
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    8.0
    It was a very nice Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All is good

    Good location with good people operating the resort.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have liked a bar onside.

    Really lovely, clean accommodation. Very close to lovely beach.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2024

    8.0
    Great base for exploring the island. The cottage was adequate.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lack 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

    9.0
    Brilliant accommodation with all the resources needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Short opening time for the pool 10:00-4:00

    Location

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    9.0
    A four day break to go and see family
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I 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

    9.0
    Lovely location and well maintained resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was great near the beach and local attractions. The site was quiet and well maintained.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic location. Lovely, roomy accommodation. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overall 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

    9.0
    Convenient and close to relatives we were meeting up with
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pool could have been open longer

    Self catering. Come and go as you please.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    9.0
    A lovely relaxing, chill out place. Would definitely return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    8.0
    Enjoyed the stay, clean spacious and modern
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    View

    Clean, spacious

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2024

    7.0
    Would book again if a few improvements were made.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could 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

    9.0
    Enjoyable stay in a relaxing location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hot 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

    9.0
    Brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet location easy access to the beach and cafe

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    9.0
    Great family getaway. Close to the beach and good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Floors 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

    8.0
    Such a beautiful location and a quick walk to the beach, visited at the perfect time as the weather was amazing, which a
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage with Hot Tub Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Perfect location, v comfortable, clean and well equipped chalet

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2024

    7.0
    Nice location but poor facilities and parking
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Poor 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

    8.0
    We had a wonderful stay, quiet and peaceful. We walked to towncenter, but it is recommended to have a car.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    9.0
    Great comfortable place to stay, good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. 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

    9.0
    Lovely
    • Family with young children
    • 4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and spacious

    Stayed in June 2024

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