2 bedroom accommodation in Porchfield, near Newport

Southview provides a tranquil rural base just 3 miles from the main town of Newport with its extensive shopping opportunities. Surrounded by open fields and nature the accommodation provides an excellent setting to rest, rejuvenate and explore.. Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: 32" TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Woodburner

Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine

Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request). Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and gas barbecue. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Southview is a 16th century stone cottage completely renovated in 2016. It is the first or last house in the road depending on which direction you are coming from and, consequently, is surrounded by agricultural fields on 3 sides. Outside, the property adjoins a very quiet lane used mainly for access. It enjoys a pleasant fully enclosed garden completely safe for dogs and large enough to allow them to run off some energy. You will find a patio area in a garden recess and all BBQ equipment and garden furniture is supplied and stored in the garden shed. There is ample car parking for one car and a second can be accommodated if necessary. On the ground floor there is a large living/dining room with a comfortable sofa and armchair for those TV evenings. Extra seating for guests is provided by a high back bean bag. The living/dining room has a wooden floor which adds to the cottage feel. At one end there is a wood burner which is always laid and ready to light prior to you arrival and at the other there is a dining table that sits four guests. On the first floor the cottage provides two double bedrooms which can be converted into singles on request. Both the bedrooms overlook fields often full of farm animals or wildlife, especially birds.

To the west you will find the Newtown Nature Reserve, a haven of peace and tranquillity and infiltrated by the waters of the Newtown River. To the south is a fine walk to the local peaceful beach known as Elmsworth and characterised by driftwood of all shapes and sizes. To the east you will reach Parkhurst Forest, the largest forest on the island with a network of hiking paths. To the north you will reach the Downs in the island’s middle where, in some places, you can see the entire island coastline and make out its shape! All these places are an easy walk for the energetic along quiet roads or public footpaths.

There are three pubs which offer good food and can be reached in about 2 miles along quiet country roads. The island’s shopping centre is in Newport just 3 miles away where you will find a number of supermarkets for all your needs. Further afield, nothing on the Isle of Wight is that far away with is being 26 miles by 10 miles, you will never drive more than 45 minutes to reach a destination and you will find Southview offers booklets, maps and leaflets on most island attractions. The local pub has now re-opened after a period of closure during Covid. It is a half mile walk from Southview and offers good food and entertainment. Beach 2 miles. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 1 mile.

Free WiFi



Both bedrooms are fitted with large zip and link double beds. The normal configuration is one double bedroom and one twin bedroom. Please advise us prior to your arrival if you require a different configuration.

One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).

Suitable for up to 2 pets