Moorlands CottageBrighstone village
A shop stocked with island produce, a family-friendly pub and a tea shop. Look out for the anchor carvings on buildings, a reminder of the village’s smuggling past.
Brighstone · Isle of Wight
Moorlands Cottage
A quiet retreat between the downs and the sea, on the island’s unspoilt west coast.
01Welcome
Slow days, salt air and a garden by the stream
Moorlands Cottage sits in Brighstone, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the west coast of the Isle of Wight. It is a peaceful base for couples and families, with the beach close by, a cottage garden to unwind in and a small deck over the stream.
Spend the day walking or cycling the coast and downland, then come home to dark skies made for stargazing.
- West Wight
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- 15 min
- to Freshwater, Alum Bay & Yarmouth
- 25 min
- from the island’s ferry ports
02Gallery
Around the cottage
Gardens, patio and a little space to breathe.
03The Cottage
Everything you need, nothing you don’t
Comfortable, well equipped and made for rainy afternoons as much as sunny ones.
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Well-equipped kitchen
Everything you need to cook with island produce from the village shop.
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Sitting room
Settle in with a Smart TV, Wi-Fi and an Xbox.
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Games room
A pool table that converts to table tennis or air hockey, plus board games, books and toys.
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Cottage garden
A private garden with a small decked area over the stream.
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Garden games
Croquet and outdoor games for long summer evenings.
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Parking
Park at the cottage, set back from the main road along a narrow driveway.
Wake to birdsong in the garden and end the day beneath wide, dark island skies.
Long evenings outside
04Explore
The best of West Wight on your doorstep
Coastal paths, downland trails and a village full of character, all within easy reach.
Downs & forest
Head up into Brighstone Forest and onto the Tennyson Trail for sweeping views across the island and out to sea.
Freshwater, Alum Bay & Yarmouth
Coloured sands, harbour walks and some of the island’s best-loved spots are a short drive away.
05Getting Here
Crossing the Solent
The cottage is set back from the main road, opposite two painted “SLOW” signs, with a narrow driveway running alongside.
- Postcode
- PO30 4DJ
By ferry or hovercraft
Car and foot ferries run hourly from Southampton and Portsmouth and take about 45 minutes. The hovercraft takes around 15 minutes but may be cancelled in stormy weather. The cottage is about 25 minutes’ drive from the ferry ports.
By car
Use the postcode PO30 4DJ. Look for the two painted “SLOW” signs on the road; the cottage driveway is opposite.
By bus
Take route 7 from Yarmouth to Freshwater, then route 12 to Brighstone. The bus stop is a short walk from the cottage.
Questions
How do I book?
Moorlands Cottage is booked through Vrbo. Use the “Book now” button to see availability and prices.
Who is the cottage suited to?
It is ideal for couples and families looking for a quiet base close to the beach, the downs and the village.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes. The sitting room also has a Smart TV and an Xbox.
How do I ask a question before booking?
Use the “Contact host” option on the Vrbo listing, or email info@moorlandscottage.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.