We spent a fantastic week at Loreto at the end of September. The house is primely positioned for exploring the west side of the island, and was very homely on the days and evenings we stayed in. Significant care had been given to making the property suitable for visiting during the pandemic, and all of the adjustments were entirely reasonable (e.g. fewer living room throws and cushions because of the additional amount of cleaning required between bookings). I spoke to the owner prior to arrival and she made everything very clear, so there were no surprises in this regard.
There was a bottle of wine waiting for us on our arrival, and that was another very sweet touch that didn't go unnoticed (or un-drunk!). Indoor and outdoor space was plentiful - including a fantastic tiered garden with a summer house for pool/darts - which was perfect for me, my wife, and my dog. We even enjoyed a picnic in the garden despite it being late September, as we were blessed with a week of (mostly) lovely weather! When it got colder, the central heating worked perfectly so no issues there either.
Off-road parking is always appreciated, although my one minor gripe was a deep divot between the steet and the driveway that scraped the underside of my car a few times, so be wary if your car is low to the ground or heavy with luggage! I would also suggest looking along Middleton on Google Maps before arrival, as the driveway entry is quite obscured unless you know exactly where you're aiming for!
I would strongly recommend Loreto to anyone looking to stay in West Wight, particularly if you like nature walks (there are plenty in short driving distance), visiting the beach (<5 mins away), or seeing the tourist sights like The Needles. We're already dreaming of coming back!
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