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The Salt Pot - a cottage that sleep 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Experience seaside charm in this lovely Victorian town with its sunny spots perfect for unwinding by the beach or exploring nearby parks and gardens.

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Ocean view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Salt Pot - a cottage that sleep 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

This lovely three bedroom cottage is in a quiet location and enjoys sea views from the lounge, front bedroom and balcony. It is a two minute walk down steps to the sea wall at Wheelers Bay. A decked roof terrace provides superb views across Wheelers Bay and over the Downs behind Ventnor, and is an ideal place to relax. For colder months there is a wood burning stove in the living room. Parking: There is FREE parking in Wheeler's Bay car park below the start of St Catherine Street (conditions apply and subject to availability), via Wheeler's Bay Road. There is also pedestrian access via some steps leading directly from the car park into St Catherine's Street.

This Victorian seaside town offers buildings full of character and is one of the sunniest spots on the Island. There's lovely sand/shingle beach and an esplanade which is all within a short stroll from the cottage. In addition to the main shopping street where you will find a selection of small supermarkets to include a Co-op and Tesco Express, there are parks and gardens, museums and the Winter Gardens - an entertainment venue with a growing reputation for its theatre and concerts. The renowned Ventnor Haven Fishery at the marina sells the daily catch of fresh fish and seafood; boat trips are also available from here.

There are a number of great restaurants in Ventnor or if you fancy a take-away to enjoy by the beach, the Ventnor Haven Fishery on the Esplanade sell fantastic fish and chips, locally caught and prepared to order.

Ventnor Botanic Garden lies in the remarkable microclimate at the heart of the famous Undercliff. This unique garden is protected from the cold northerly winds by chalk downs. In addition to enjoying the lovely gardens, it also hosts events and exhibitions and there is a restaurant and Cafe on-site for refreshments; lunch or coffee and cake.

From the esplanade you can take the level walk, along the sea wall to Bonchurch, or walk along the cliff path towards Steephill Cove, a beautiful sheltered bay only accessed by foot.

You will not be disappointed with your stay at this charming cottage it's the perfect location to have a truly unforgettable holiday experience.

DOGS PERMITTED AT AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE OF GBP35.00 PER DOG PER WEEK - MAX 3

What our guests say


Lunch on the terrace on a sunny day is a special delight with gorgeous views to look at. We'll be back.
Comfortable well equipped house. Ideal setting for town and walks. We all had a great and relaxing time

Thanks for a cosy and comfortable stay. Great being so close to the beach.

Beautiful house, beautiful area, recommend it to anybody, thank you

Had a great holiday. The house is perfect. We've all enjoyed the walks

Lovely, high standard accommodation. Very enjoyable base for our holiday. Thank you.

Many more lovely comments in the guest book why not come and see for yourself



Extra Information
Steps to entrance and roof terrace, so may be unsuitable for people with limited mobility

The steps and roof terrace are used at guests own risk and unsuitable for unsupervised children

Property manager

Island Holiday Homes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

61655
The Salt Pot a Cottage That Sleep 6 Guests in 3 Bedrooms
The Salt Pot a Cottage That Sleeps 8 Guests in 3 Bedrooms

About the neighborhood

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Ventnor, Isle of Wight

What's nearby

  • Ventnor Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ventnor Botanic Garden - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Shanklin Old Village - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Steephill Cove Beach - 19 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 22 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 18 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Besty & Spinkys - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Spyglass Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Plantation Room - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smugglers Haven Tea Gardens - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean View Fish & Chips - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Salt Pot - a cottage that sleep 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Salt Pot - a cottage that sleep 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Salt Pot - a cottage that sleep 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Salt Pot - a cottage that sleep 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Oceanblue Sea Charters, English Channel, and Ventnor Beach. Monks Bay Beach and Old St Boniface Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Salt Pot - a cottage that sleep 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

A comfortable and well equipped cottage
The cottage was lovely; plenty of space for us and a well equipped kitchen. The beds were comfortable and the house very well cleaned. Despite awful weather, we enjoyed our stay on the IoW and the Salt Pot was a good bolt hole!
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8/10 Good

Salt Pot
Lovely location.Cottage has everything.Have been here 3 times now .Needs a knew key box which the owner is aware of. Will return. Thank you for the welcome pack much appreciated.
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8/10 Good

Great location
Great location for a seaside family holiday, everything you need close by, amazing seaside town. House was just right, good size and beautiful views from the roof terrace.
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10/10 Excellent

Penny S.

Salt pot
Great house and location ground floor shower slow to drain toaster blew ground floor sockets but power easily restored. Stylish interior with lovely art work. View of the sea was great easy to get around. I would definitely recommend this property and Ventnor is fab!
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

Comfortable and well-equipped holiday home
Couldn't have asked for more from a fully-modernised Victorian terraced house. Big kitchen-diner, comfortable lounge with Freeview TV, large master bedroom overlooking the sea, bathroom upstairs and shower wet room downstairs. Parking is away from the house, but there is a 24-hour car park a few steps away. Not so good for anyone with a physical disability, as the gradients to the seafront are very steep. A great experience and highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Lovely stay in Ventnor
With this trip booked from the day lockdown restrictions were lifted, we were a little uncertain of what to expect. It was a relief to find a clean, well kept property. The house is perfectly located and was very comfortable for my family of 5 (+ dog!). We were also very impressed by Island Holiday Homes. The 2 members of staff we spoke to were friendly and helpful and all emailed communication was very clear. I wouldn't hesitate to book with them again and would recommend The Salt Pot to anyone looking for a comfortable and centrally located stay in Ventnor.

8/10 Good

Andrew D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, great location
My family and I had a lovely stay in the Salt Pot, it was very comfortable and well located for local amenities, all the Isle of Wight attractions (although nothing is ever far away on the island) and the sea front. The accommodation was comfortable and reasonably well kept. A little more attention to detail with the cleaning was needed to get rid of the resident spiders in the kitchen cupboard and around the living room but although it would bother some clean freaks it wasn't much of an issue for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

4/10 Poor

Tricia A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beware the camera lies
The house was grubby and did not comply with the standard we expected especially during the pandemic Sadly the photos did not accurately depict the reality of staying in this property which was damp unclean and shabby. We would never stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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8/10 Good

Mrs Jane K.

The Salt Pot
Unfortunately The Salt Pot had not been cleaned. We waited until 5pm as requested so the house could have a double clean. No one had been in since the previous people had left. We had to stay in a hotel for the first night which was not a good start to the holiday. The door to the balcony was very difficult to lock, the shower screen broke and the gas hob was difficult to obtain a steady flame. The instructions for the use of the dvd could be improved. The house is well situated within an easy walk of Ventnor.
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8/10 Good

Natalie C.

Wonderful location, amenities all close by
A lovely house with everything required for a comfortable stay. Gorgeous location with sea views, and the lovely ventnor near by. The COVID-19 deep clean didn’t seem much different to a normal clean, there was still dust on some surfaces. And the living room smells of damp, although there are no damp patches to be seen.

8/10 Good

Karen E., Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great base for exploring the island, lovely comfortable stay.
Great house close to the sea. Ideal for a family of 5. Well equipped kitchen, good facilities making it a good all round holiday house.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Phil G.

Great place to stay
Lovely place. I made full use of the 2 sun terraces. Parking was good. WiFi worked well. Decent oven.

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salt Pot August 2019
Well equipped property in good location. Convenient free parking in nearby car park.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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8/10 Good

Louise N.

Lovely!
A lovely, spacious and comfortable place to stay, boasting excellent views of the sea. Great for a big group or family.
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8/10 Good

Karen C.

Good base to explore the Isle of Wight
The house was clean and comfortable, well equipped except there were no toilet rolls! Not really a problem, we popped to Tesco express and bought some, but we have never stayed anywhere that didn’t at least have half a roll to start with! Fab view from the roof terrace. It would be a good idea to explain the rules of the 24 hour car park, in the manual as there is no detail on the signs in the car park itself. Also the wheelie bins were full and we missed the collection day because we didn’t notice the details on the wall by the front door until it was too late. We read the manual from cover to cover and there was no mention of the bins in there, which is where I would normally expect to find it. None of this spoiled our stay, and I would definitely stay there again.
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8/10 Good

Wendy I.

Ideal location, trouble-free accommodation
The Salt Pot is convenient for both town and esplanade. I have stayed in Ventnor previously at both a hotel and cottage accommodation and prefer The Salt Pot. It particularly suited us as we needed three bedrooms and two bathrooms and this is often a difficult combination to accommodate. The booking process was simple and instructions clear. Would happily use again.
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Fantastic family holiday in a perfect location
The house was fantastic to stay in for 2 adults and 2 children. We had plenty of space, the kitchen was well equipped, the bedrooms were a decent size and the shower in the downstairs shower room is fantastic. There is a few parking spaces in front of the property but 1 of them is a.disabled space and the others are used by the other occupiers. However the car park is only a minutes walk from the house down the hill. We all loved our time over the week in the house. We would happily come back and would recommend for any families or couples wanting to stop in a beautiful location on the Isle of Wight.
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8/10 Good

Nicole C.

Autumn Stay
Had a short stay at the Salt Pot. Initially a little disappointed at the bedroom configuration , the pictures on the web suggest there are two double beds then a room with singles and a bunk. There is only one double bed. The balconies are reached either by a steep external staircase, or through a bedroom, so not easily accessible. There is only a small front garden, not secure, so for those with children or dogs not ideal. The fire you are obviously not encouraged to use (no wood provided, and grate filled with a candle). This sounds all negative and our stay certainly wasn’t .The house was lovely and warm, the facilities good, and the local pub the Volunteer a gem ( no children under 14). The location fantastic , walking distance to shops in Ventnor and to beaches. So as long as you are aware of the points above the Salt Pot is an ideal house to stay in to explore the island.
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Week with the family.
6 adults and a baby. Second time if visiting. Very well equipped and comfortable. Within walking distance of shops including cashpoint, take aways and Tesco Express. 10 minutes walk to beach but this is down a steep hill. Ideally located for the sand and shingle beach. Lovely kitchen and very nice small roof top terrace with fabulous views.
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10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

A lovely choice for a seaside holiday
We had a wonderful week at The Saltpot. The cottage is very clean and well-equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. The location is excellent being within walking distance of shops, restaurants and the Esplanade and we spent quite a lot of time just pottering around the shops and walking to the pub. We also enjoyed the terrace and balcony with their wonderful sea views as we were lucky enough to have amazing weather. The house is on a very quiet street and, although you can't usually park outside, we parked at the free carpark a few steps away and, even on a sunny weekend, we always found a space. We will definitely be back and I highly recommend The Saltpot.
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6/10 Okay

Susann S.

Nice stay
It was a nice stay und with sunny weather, we had quiet and chilly holidays. The deck at the roof had a spectacular view with comfortable chairs, but we didn´t find the deckchairs. Bus station, restaurants and supermarkets are nearby and the local bus net provides accessibility to all main spots . The coastal path provided spectacular views during our hiking trips Please inform the guests from other other than the UK, that a special charger for the electrical devices is needed. A tutorial for the key access would have been appreciated.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Shelley H.

Good location, spacious cottage
Very pleased with the location, close to restaurants, shops and lovely walks. Spacious- it easily accommodated 7 of us. Lovely on the roof terrace!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Comfortable home from home
Spent a lovely week at The Salt Pot with my mother and sister. There was plenty of space and we found the house very comfortable and well equipped. The roof terrace had amazing views to the sea and was perfect for breakfast/a glass of wine in the afternoon or evening. The property is well located although the walk into Ventnor is quite steep and may be unsuitable for some. The on street parking is very limited but there is a public carpark a 2 minute walk away and there were always spaces available although parking charges apply.
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8/10 Good

Ideal location
Lovely house in good location, very quiet area. The terrace has excellent sea views, good outdoor furniture and great for afternoon tea! We had superb weather, so were there every day. Only complaint, could do with a couple of medium sized saucepans, otherwise, very well equipped.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

linda b.

Salt pot
Very nice house and location. Had a very nice holiday. Thank you. Nice views. Would recommend sandown shanklin ryde the needles. Sandown zoo.