STARBOARD, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Yarmouth

Starboard, a ground floor, studio apartment, is situated on the beach, within walking distance of the town of Yarmouth. Sleeping 2, this apartment is perfect for couples on a romantic break.

Starboard is a lovely ground floor, open plan studio apartment, which lies on the beach, just ten minutes from the town of Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight. Now one of seven apartments, in a converted boathouse, Starboard has been furnished to a good standard and has a welcoming living and sleeping area. Sleeping two, this cottage apartment has a light and airy living, dining and kitchen area, with a double bed, along with a shower room. Starboard also has a private slipway for launching your own boat, and the convenience of a licensed cafe next door. Yarmouth has a lovely harbour area, shops and inns, plus the coastal path is perfect for walkers and cyclists. Starboard is an ideal base for exploring Yarmouth.

Amenities: Electric convector heaters. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview and WIFI. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car. Use of private slipway. One well-behaved dog welcome at £10 per week. Sorry, no smoking. Licensed cafe next door. Shop and pub 10 mins walk. Note: Property has direct access to the beach; children and pets should be supervised. Note: Swimming is discouraged outside the apartment due to the strong tide and currents.

Region: The Isle of Wight, with its beaches, unspoiled scenery, rich heritage and over 500 miles of award-winning public footpaths is a walker's paradise, or if sailing is your thing, the renowned annual Cowes Week is not to be missed.

Town: The wonderful seaside town of Yarmouth is the oldest town on the Isle of Wight, and is home to a busy harbour, narrow streets, an array of shops and inns, and Henry VIII's castle. The coastal path is a haven for walkers and cyclists, plus walks can also be enjoyed across to the nearby Tennyson Down. The beaches of Colwell and Totland Bays provide great watersports facilities, which makes Yarmouth an ideal base.