9 Afton Barns, Freshwater, PO40 9TA, United Kingdom
#1 of 31 Holiday rentals in Freshwater
Guests' ChoiceBased on 48 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.7
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Katie-jane
United KingdomWiFi was quite slow but everything else was perfect
Comfortable and clean! Home from home. Lovely little patio out the back.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Navin
United KingdomThe location is serviced just by one bus alone which stops evening 5. Since we did not have a car it was difficult to manage
Lorna is exceptional is ensure comfort for guests
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Maxine
United KingdomLovely little cottage in a beautiful part of Isle of Wight. There is everything you need there. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Hawley
United KingdomEverything was excellent!
We had a wonderful few days. The property was in a perfect location - I know Freshwater well having grown up there! Walking distance from Freshwater Bay and the local shops. A wonderful walk to Yarmouth along The Causeway. Thanks for the use of a wonderful property.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
David
United KingdomNothing
The accommodation is very comfortable, the seatee, beds etc the TV is really good. A real home from home. Lorna the host is really helpful and answers very quickly. The place is situated close to freshwater bay which is lovely.. it is a slow walk 10-15 mins car 3 mins. We have been before and hope to go back later in the year.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Barrie
United KingdomThere was nothing we did not like.
Exceptionally clean and looked after, very quiet location but close to shops and other amenities. Very comfortable beds and everything you would need for a short or long break was catered for.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Lynn
United KingdomNothing. Everything you could possibly want is there.
One of the best self catering accommodations we have ever stayed at. Perfect location, easy access and parking. The property was so well equipped, we thoroughly enjoyed being able to cook a lovely meal in the evening.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Michael
United KingdomLorna was a pleasure to deal with and place was perfect. We will definitely be returning here next year, If its available!. Tucked away and very quiet. Freshwater is a Beautiful area of the Island, plenty to do.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Denise
United KingdomNothing
Very quiet and clean
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Victoria
United KingdomFab location and cottage, owner had thought of everything
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 June 2023
Susan
United KingdomNothing all as expected
The location was perfect to explore the island we made our own breakfast and went out sometimes all good plenty of places to eat.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 28 May 2023
David
New ZealandAvailability of credit card payment comfoet
Good location
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 19 May 2023
Sue
United KingdomNothing
We loved everything about this super bungalow. Great, spacious accommodation, very well equipped, clean, anything we could possibly need was there. Our host, Lorna, was welcoming and very friendly, made it clear if there was any problem we could phone her (we didn't need to). We had a lovely holiday in West Wight and would certainly return to Afton Barns if we visited the Island again.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 16 April 2023
Rayner
United KingdomCould do with a teapot
Super comfortable, spotless cottage that was really homely.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2022
Susan
United KingdomHaving to have just a short trip!!!
Well equipped house. Great contact. Very comfortable house. Peace & Quiet. Lovley beds, Great shower.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 24 September 2022
Philmoseley
United KingdomThere was nothing about our stay that we did not like.
Really good location. Very clean and comfortable cottage and host, Lorna, on hand on arrival and extremely helpful. Second visit to this lovely home. Good walking routes nearby - with countryside and sea views.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 20 September 2022
Ratnam
United KingdomThere is no sensor light so there was no way of opening the door without a torch.
The location was nice and secluded, with a beautiful appearance on the inside as well as the outside. The cottage gave off a homely feel and had all the essentials needed which was a nice touch. The photographs were very unique
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 17 September 2022
David
United KingdomVery comfortable and clean. Easy access for west side of the island. Handy for shops and eating places.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 13 September 2022
Evan
United KingdomI can't really think of any way that the accommodation could have been improved.
Location was excellent - quiet yet close to Freshwater and very close to a lovely walk along the causeway between Freshwater and Yarmouth. Well equipped accommodation. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 14 June 2022
Boynton
United KingdomNothing
superb location, beautiful accommodation, with everything you could ever want in a holiday rental
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 7 June 2022
Mark
United KingdomNothing
We left a glowing review at the barn.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 26 May 2022
David
United KingdomNothing
Everything we needed was there. Shower very good. Kitchen well equipped. Good size tv. Near to Freshwater which is a very good area for the sea and walks. Parking very good in a designated spot.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 23 April 2022
Susan
United KingdomWe were perfectly satisfied nothing we didn’t like.
The property was furnished to a very high standard. The host had thought of everything to make it comfortable. It was exceptionally clean and recently decorated and updated. We loved the privacy and peaceful surroundings.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 22 October 2021
Stephen
United KingdomGreat location well equipped comfortable and homely.
Lorna the owner met us on arrival following several texts to ensure that we were on schedule. Her hospitality was exceptional and her home a delight! What more can I say. Brilliant!
Stayed in October 2021
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