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CHRISTMAS ACCOMMODATION

Whether you're dreaming of a luxurious hotel break where someone else tussles with the turkey, a cosy seaside retreat where you can escape the madness, or a rural retreat that’s big enough to share with family and friends, the Isle of Wight has some great Christmas accommodation offers just waiting to be snapped up

Miles and miles of long, sandy beaches combine with salty sea air to make the Isle of Wight the perfect choice for a seaside jaunt this Christmas.  

After the indulgence of Christmas Day, you can let off steam at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway’s Mince Pie Specials (26-28 December). Sit back in one of their comfortable, vintage carriages as you travel through some of the Island’s unspoilt winter landscape (www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk).  Alternatively, give the new sweater an airing as you stroll along the esplanade at Ryde, Sandown or Shanklin, and maybe even take part in the traditional Ventnor Boxing Day dip in the sea - or simply keep warm and watch the fun!  

Accommodation still available over Christmas:

Albert Cottage, East Cowes 
Once the home of Queen Victoria’s daughter, Princess Beatrice, this charming boutique hotel is offering 2-night Christmas Break packages from £249 per person (based on 2 sharing), with 3 nights from £349, including breakfast and a traditional festive menu throughout in the delightful a la carte Consort Restaurant. Christmas Breaks are currently available from Christmas Eve until 27 December.  Visit www.albertcottagehotel.com for full details, or call 01983 299309.

Walk to nearby Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s holiday home by the sea, which will be decked out with Victorian festive decorations for visitors to enjoy and is open for pre-booked, one-hour tours from 27-30 December.   Tel. 01983 200022 to book, visit www.english-heritage.org.uk for admission prices.

Dolphins, Bonchurch 
This beautiful period family house in Bonchurch, near Ventnor, is ideal for a stylish family get-together this Christmas.  With amazing sea views out towards France and gardens that slope towards the sea, you can hear the waves crashing on the beach from your bed.

Dolphins sleeps 8-9 people (4 bedrooms) and has a spacious sitting and dining room with antique furniture and a huge dining table facing the sea making it ideal for Christmas celebrations.  Available until 27 December, a week’s stay at Dolphins costs £1450.  For more details, telephone 01983 857097.  Pictures of the property are available at www.wightlightgallery.co.uk

At least once during your stay, spoil yourself and have dinner at the sophisticated Pond Café and a drink at the charismatic Bonchurch Inn, both within walking distance of Dolphins.   

Dairy Barn, Ventnor 
Currently available over Christmas (23-29 December) Dairy Barn offers luxurious, self-catering accommodation in a quiet rural setting with miles and miles of country walks on leaving the front door.  This beautiful converted barn is on a working farm set in a peaceful valley surrounded by downland on which the farm’s Highland cattle graze. The accommodation comprises 3 large ensuite bedrooms (sleeps 6), a well equipped kitchen with an Aga, a separate dining room and a spacious lounge with a wood-burning stove, plus Sky TV, DVD and CD player.  

A week’s stay at Dairy Barn costs £1,150 – please note, no children under 12 or pets.  

Royal Marine House, Ventnor 
Royal Marine House is situated in an elevated position overlooking Ventnor with stunning sea views of the English Channel. The house comprises 3 architect-designed apartments which have been fitted out to a high standard.  The apartments are conveniently located for all town centre amenities and Ventnor’s Blue Flag beach.  

The ground floor and 1^st floor apartments have double and twin bedrooms and the studio apartment has a double bedroom, plus a roof balcony. 

Currently available from 19 December to 2 January, a 2-night break at Royal Marine House costs from £150 and from £410 for a week.  Please note there is a no-smoking and no pets policy at this property.  For more information, visit www.royalmarinehouse.co.uk, or telephone 01962 878722

The Wight Montrene Hotel
Wight Montrene Hotel located is near the heart of Sandown and is offering a range of Christmas and New Year packages.

The Christmas programme runs over 4 nights starting on the 23 December and ends with breakfast on the 27 December (includes 3 lunches only) Adult rates of £425 per person and massive reductions for children!

The Twixmas breaks starts from 27 December departing on the 30 December includes breakfast and evening dinner for just £169 per adult - again with huge reductions for children.

The New Year Package with entertainment each evening is on a Dinner, Room & Breakfast basis. 3 nights from 30th December - 2nd January. Adult rate £265 per person- again with huge reductions for children.

The Christwixnew deal starts from 23 December for 10 days until 2 Jan 2010. Adult rate is £765 per person- again with huge reductions for children.

All above prices include return car ferry from Southampton (Portsmouth or Lymington £10.00 extra per car) (minimum 2 persons per car). Terms and conditions apply. For more information please visit www.wighthotel.co.uk or call 01983 403722

Mattingley Farm - Blakes Barn & Dairy Cottages
Beautifully converted dairy and barn. Comfortable and well equipped. Each with their own private secure garden. Peaceful and relaxing in a quiet rural setting. Pets are welcome.

Looking for a last minute break for New Year? We have available Blakes' Barn for that family party. Sleeping 6 but with abundant space why not take advantage of our special offer of a second property for half price if your group is larger?

For more information visit www.mattingleyfarm.co.uk or call 01983 760503.

Click here for more details on how to get to the Isle of Wight and where to stay, eat and drink and what to do over Christmas,  or telephone 01983 813813.