Located on Wootton Creek, Kipper Cottage offers a tranquil retreat for couples and families. French doors lead from principal rooms to the charming garden with creek views, perfect for enjoying a glass of wine on the deck or pontoon by the chalet. Woodside Beach is within walking distance and Victoria Yacht Club is opposite.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 44 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Kipper Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Situated in an enviable position overlooking Wootton Creek, Kipper Cottage offers comfortable, beautifully presented accommodation for up to four guests. Ideal for couples, friends or small families, this charming two-bedroom holiday let is particularly well suited to those seeking a peaceful waterside escape. Both bedrooms benefit from en-suite facilities, and French doors from all principal rooms open onto the attractive rear garden. The garden features a decked area with lovely creek views, perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine while watching the boats drift by. A private pontoon and slipway are available for guests' use, making this an excellent choice for boating enthusiasts. Set at the end of a quiet country no-through road, the cottage enjoys a tranquil setting while remaining conveniently located. Woodside Beach is within easy walking distance, and walkers and cyclists will find plenty to explore nearby.
A virtual tour is available
Click for VIRTUAL TOUR Directly opposite the cottage, Victoria Yacht Club welcomes temporary visitors, adding to the authentic waterside atmosphere. Kipper Cottage is just a 10-minute drive from Wightlink's Fishbourne ferry terminal (from Portsmouth). Alternatively, Red Funnel's vehicle ferry arrives at East Cowes, approximately 15–20 minutes away by car. Local Area East Cowes is renowned for Osborne House, the former home of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, as well as Osborne Golf Course, a marina, heritage centre and a range of leisure activities. For those who enjoy walking, Firestone Copse is close by. This attractive woodland is noted for its diverse tree species, from oak to towering Grand Fir. Well-marked trails wind through the forest and lead down to the peaceful waters of Wootton Creek. Nearby, the tranquil Benedictine monastery at Quarr Abbey welcomes visitors to its tea garden for lunch or afternoon tea, using locally produced ingredients made by the monks themselves. The Visitor Centre offers insight into monastic life, hosts exhibitions by local artists, and includes a farm shop where you can even purchase food to feed the resident pigs. The Isle of Wight Steam Railway provides a wonderful day out, with vintage steam train rides from Wootton to Havenstreet. Facilities include a discovery centre, museum, café and children's play area. The Victorian seaside town of Ryde is approximately 15 minutes' drive away. As the Island's second largest town, it boasts a long sandy beach stretching from Ryde to Appley and on to Puckpool. Ryde offers a wide range of attractions, including a bowling alley, ice rink, mini funfair and boating lake with pedalo hire in summer. The Esplanade's tidal harbour is ideal for crabbing, while the lively town centre features an excellent selection of shops, pubs, bars, cafés and restaurants. Additional Information Dogs welcome (maximum of 2) £20.00 per dog, per week
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the sea
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Ryde, this cottage is by the sea. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Isle of Wight Steam Railway are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portsmouth International Port and Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal. Isle of Wight Steam Railway and Quay Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Ryde travel guide
Is Kipper Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Kipper Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kipper Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kipper Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kipper Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Woodside Beach. Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.
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Kipper Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews
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What a house, what a location! We had a lovely two week stay at Kipper cottage and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. The house was extremely comfortable and well equipped and the gardens leading to the creek were very special indeed. Loved it.
Corinna C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
31 May 2025
A wonderful find
Lovely peaceful week in a beautiful location.
Cottage was perfect for us and we enjoyed our weeks holiday.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Beverley C.
12 Oct 2024
Kipper Cottage
Cottage suited our requirements in size and was very comfortable. Very peaceful location with a nice outlook.
Beverley C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
28 June 2024
A little bit of heave
Peaceful location, beautiful views from the house of boats and the tide coming in and going out, red squirrels in garden. Well designed property and extremely tastefully decorated.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 July 2024
Lovely Cottage
A fabulous cottage. We were delighted with the location, and how well equipped the cottage was. The cabin by the creek was lovely and also a surprise as to how well it was equipped. We had planned to use this as a base whilst visiting places around the island, but cut some trips out so we could send more time in the cottage, garden and cabin.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Nov 2023
Easy to book and very enjoyable
Everything was super easy, from the ferry booking, to checking in and out. The cottage was great, lots of little touches, fresh flowers, chocolate, coffee etc.
Alison at Island Holiday Homes was very helpful and provided recommendations of some nice restaurants activities and walks. I believe it makes a real difference that the booking agent knows the area and is clearly from the island.
great stay (despite the weather).
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacqui M.
13 Sept 2024
Fantastic
Cottage? More like a bungalow!! Soooo spacious!! Beautiful property. Very clean. You also have the use of the summerhouse to watch the boats and comings and goings. Very relaxing and quiet!
Jacqui M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
18 Apr 2025
Beautiful location
When red squirrels run around albeit shyly in the lovely grounds what else do you need. Time seems to slow in this lovely part of the IoW measured only be the changing tides. The garden is beautifully presented with a winding path down to the summerhouse and jetty - steep in places for those of us physically challenged but manageable with benches en route. Estuary has enough traffic to keep you interested but not enough to annoy. Cottage is well laid out and comfortably furnished- lovely comfortable bed. No dishwasher but everything else you need. Wi-Fi code wrong in notes but easily available on bt box pullout. If you watch telly then batteries needed for handset. A great stay.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Alison B.
27 Sept 2025
Great location
Well appointed cottage in a tranquil location. In the right weather, the little chalet by the creek would be a real bonus.
A good venue for two adults of advancing years or a family with two young children otherwise it might be a little tight in accommodation and facilities
John B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie H.
18 Aug 2024
Amazing
Beautiful place with stunning outlook, the summerhouse at the waters edge was an added bonus, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we would return.
Stephanie H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie H.
16 Aug 2024
Amazing
Beautiful place with stunning outlook, the summerhouse at the waters edge was an added bonus, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we would return.
Stephanie H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Aug 2025
The Perfect Choice
This cottage was clean and well equipped; the patio furniture on the decking was clean and comfortable and
had a great view of the estuary. We put our own chairs on the lawn and enjoyed the peaceful, relaxing atmosphere of the garden.
There was also the added bonus of a Red Squirrel visiting every day which is not a site we normally get to see anymore.
The added bonus of this cottage was the the Summer House with a Jetty, where we spent many hours relaxing and watching the activity on the water.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dawn H.
7 July 2023
Perfect place for a relaxing break.
Returned home yesterday after a fabulous week in Kipper Cottage (2 couples and a dog). The cottage was everything we expected and more. Extremely well equipped with everything we needed and things we didn’t know we needed. Beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean with fresh flowers on arrival. Plenty of space for 4 adults. The garden was dotted with hidden ornaments, log seats and a bench, much less steep than we had expected. The gem of all of this was undoubtably the chalet ‘at the bottom of the garden’ again fully equipped with delightful touches like the old ship sink. We spent much of our mornings breakfasting and evenings with a bbq and glass watching the activity of local boats and the ferry. Tesco express, takeaways, and a lovely eatery and bar Cibo close by. Thank you Anne for this beautiful holiday rental.
Dawn H.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Chris P.
11 Aug 2025
A Tranquil Retreat at Kipper Cottage, Wootton Bridge — With a Few Caveats
Our week at Kipper Cottage in Wootton Bridge was nothing short of idyllic. Nestled beside a peaceful sea inlet, the location is a true gem—perfect for morning coffees with a view and evening strolls to the water’s edge. The surrounding area is quiet and picturesque, offering a restful escape from the bustle of everyday life.
The accommodation itself was stunning. Thoughtfully decorated with a coastal charm, the cottage felt both luxurious and homely. Every detail—from the cozy furnishings to the well-equipped kitchen—spoke of comfort and care. The garden house was an unexpected delight, providing a serene spot to read, relax, or simply soak in the tranquility of the setting.
However, our experience was marred by disappointing customer service from Island Holiday Homes. Despite the cottage being advertised as dog-friendly, we were charged an additional £30 for dog hair found after our stay—a frustrating and unexpected fee. To add to this, our first full day was disrupted by a washing machine engineer who arrived late, followed by a gardener trimming hedges for half the day later in the week. These interruptions detracted from the peaceful experience we had hoped for.
In summary, Kipper Cottage is a beautiful haven in an exceptional location, perfect for a restful getaway. But be aware that the management company may not match the quality of the accommodation itself.
Chris P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 May 2022
What a find!
A beautiful place to stay with views over the estuary, and down the garden a summer house where you can relax away from it all. This is certainly the best accommodation we have stayed in, and we’ve been to a lot! Super comfortable bed and all mod cons, what else is there to need in a perfect week in April? We will certainly be back but it’s very popular so best to book early!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
22 Apr 2022
Lovely little hideaway
We had a wonderful week here and found it a perfect base for exploring the whole island. The cottage itself was so pretty and had almost everything we could have wanted (the lack of dishwasher was a minor point but we knew before we booked so was not an issue). We couldn't find points in either bathroom for charging electric toothbrushes - so guests may need to bring an adaptor or a manual brush for their stay - again not a big problem. The gardens are lovely to wander through and down to the summer house which gives a superb view over the water and is a tranquil spot to sit. Again, it is well equipped to save keep going back to the cottage - a nice touch! Once the main gate was closed we found the whole property to be completely dog friendly and our two small terriers thoroughly enjoyed exploring the outside space. The cottage is tucked away down a quiet, private lane and it is hard to believe that you are only about 10 minutes drive from the ferry - such a perfect location and beautiful setting. We would have no hesitation in recommending Kipper Cottage to anyone and may well be back again ourselves...
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Huw R.
30 Aug 2021
Home from home
Family of four and all agreed Kipper Cottage was one of the most relaxing places we have stayed in. Beautiful garden and grounds, very peaceful, lovely views of Wooton Creek, red squirrels and woods. What more could you ask for
Huw R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sally F.
19 Aug 2021
What an amazing location
We stayed at Kipper Cottage for a week in August and it lived up to expectation. Wonderfully secluded location whilst still being close to the local shops and only a stone's throw from the Ferry. Every comfort provided even down to the welcome tea facilities which were well received! The best bit of the house was of course the summerhouse by the creek and we ate there every night.
On the days the weather was good we were able to enjoy fishing and crabbing, though had more success with the crabs!
The garden is beautiful but steep when walking back up after an evening by the creek. Good parking area outside the house.
Just a five minute walk to the secluded cove where we were able to swim and walk the dogs.
All in all a really relaxing holiday and we hope to return again.
Sally F.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tom L.
17 May 2021
first week away during covid
an excellent cottage in a quiet picturesque location. the lack on close shopping and good level takeaways is the reason for my score of 4.
The reason for my 4 score on condition was that the cottage key code system box did not work when we got there and had to be replaced.
The 4 on Comfort is down to the fact that there were no instruction of how to work the basic night stores heating system switches or dials or the cooker hob or microwave.
There were numerous instruction book, however many applied to devices that were not installed.
Tom L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sue K.
3 Oct 2020
Kipper Cottage
A beautiful cottage in a great location, we had such a lovely week and hope to return. Great assistance and customer service from Island Homes. Thank you.
Sue K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bernard H.
7 Sept 2020
Kipper cottage Wootton Bridge
Great views
Relaxing stay
Excellent bungalow
Attractions nearby
Terrific location
HOLIDAY had by all
Bernard H.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Zachary G.
24 Aug 2020
A weeks stay in Kipper Cottage
We had a lovely weeks stay at Kipper Cottage, we would highly recommend the lovely cottage, gardens and view.
The settee was slightly dated and uncomfortable but everything else was excellent.
Zachary G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephen W.
27 July 2020
A week in the Isle of Wight
Very comfortable stay in a beautiful spot ideally placed for exploring the island. Look forward to returning!
Stephen W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steven E.
6 Aug 2019
Secret hideaway for the isle
A perfect hideaway for the Isle of Wight. Perfect location and views. Having your own jetty and beach hut to go fishing/crabbing was magical for the family. So dog friendly with enclosed garden. Would stay again.
Have to provide own baby cot and high chair but was not a problem for us.