Castle Cottage

Location was very convenient for three bus routes (bus stops for each close by), well-stocked Co-op a short walk away, Waverley pub across the road with roasts on Wed eve, open mic night Mon, folk night Wed (not sure if these were weekly events). The island has a good bus network to visit all the places of interest. Newport centre is only about 15-20mins away on foot through the church graveyard and then on back streets so a pleasant walk instead of using the bus. The castle is also in walking distance (and can be seen from the bedroom window) although you could catch the bus for a couple of stops to get closer. Recommend that you buy the A-Z map of the island that has all the numbered footpaths on it - so useful. The cottage was comfy with heating, hot water plus instant heat over the bath shower. Comfy bed. The kitchen was compact but had more than we needed - microwave, toaster, coffee machine (plus some pods), air fryer, proper oven with grill, hob, kettle, radio. There were only two small saucepans so some might prefer another bigger one, as mentioned by another reviewer, but it wasn't an issue. There's a little patio with table and chairs to use in good weather. Well stocked with cleaning materials, loo paper, and handwash.

The cottage is on a road that's busy twice a day, and single glazing means the traffic can be loud but there was hardly any overnight so I didn't need the ear plugs that I took just in case. If you're used to quietness then be aware. In summer the south-facing bedroom might become hot as opening the window would let in noise and traffic fumes. However there was a fan provided. An all-electric cottage but no timers on the immersion tank or central heating so you do have to remember to switch things off when not needed to help the owner's bills! Not a dislike as such; more a problem for the owner.