Self-Catering at Starboard | Holiday Cottages in Yarmouth

Holiday home
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.

Accomodation Details
All ground floor. Open plan studio apartment with double bed, kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Area
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.

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.

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.

Mr Everett

July 2020

Very good property, we had holidays here before so knew what to expect.. Location is perfect for fishing and general relaxing. Good area to explore and Yarmouth seems to have most of what is needed. Will be better when fully open, a lot of business's hadn't opened because of Covid, which meant The Bugle pub and restaurant was very busy, Wednesday night at 8pm as I was leaving new diners were being quoted 90 minutes wait time. The island in general seems slow to reopen for business.

Mrs Gumbley

December 2019

A great place my dogs first time an she had a great time 1st time to the island .... A great place my dogs first time an she had a great time 1st time to the island at christmas an i wont be the last John was great

Mrs Gumbley, December 2019

November 2019

As this was a winter let we were surprised that the accommodation was cold on our arrival.. However, an additional heater was quickly found. The bathroom was unheated, and we suggest that a heated towel rail would have made all the difference. The mattress was very uncomfortable, that and the pillows need replacing. The accommodation looked very tired, two light fittings not working, and cobwebs on light fittings The television was too small for the room, difficult to read text and not enough volume.. On the positive side there was plenty of hot water.

Mrs Mcvittie, November 2019

October 2019

Absolutely perfect right on the beach

Mr Cuffling

June 2019

Nice accommodation great location unfortunately the holiday was spoilt for us by obnoxious guests staying in the other boathouse apartments..

Mrs Easey, October 2019

The location of starboard is perfect for us quiet friendly every thing we want from a holiday

Mrs Sines

April 2019

Perfect position on beach,extremely well equipped studio,spotlessly clean an excellent base for the I>O>W>,very good café right next door lovely food,lovely girls Hayley &Lisa,would recommend both accommodation and café, thanks to John the owner of studio will definitely be returning! ! Sonja& stella

Mrs Whittle

June 2018

The apartment was perfect - looking out over the beach and the sea

Mr Norton

March 2017

The Cafe next door is only open in the summer (from Easter) as are most of the experiences at Fort Victoria..

Mrs Forrester-addie

November 2016

Wonderful location right on the beach.. We loved waking up to the sound and sight of the sea. The studio is clean, light, airy and very cosy. A few minor niggles: there is no heat in the bathroom so you need to leave the living room door open to warm it up. There are no cooking spatulas and the shower is very weak.

Ms March

April 2016

In a perfect location, on the beach and next to a really friendly cafe that was open during the day. The apartment was thoughtfully furnished including a full length mirror, a shelf in the bathroom and shaver socket. The floor is laminated and easy to keep clean. It was just right for two people. We loved the rural location and were happy to walk to nearby Yarmouth where we loved the bird life and lovely walks. It was also fascinating to sit in the apartment and watch the ships, yachts and boats go by.

Mrs Forrester-addie, November 2016

In a perfect location, on the beach and next to a really friendly cafe that was open during the day.. The apartment was thoughtfully furnished including a full length mirror, a shelf in the bathroom and shaver socket. The floor is laminated and easy to keep clean. It was just right for two people. We loved the rural location and were happy to walk to nearby Yarmouth where we loved the bird life and lovely walks. It was also fascinating to sit in the apartment and watch the ships, yachts and boats go by.

Deborah W

July 2015

Compact but cosy, this boathouse is perfectly situated for a beachside holiday. Only 10 minutes stroll to the the village along the beach or a longer coastal walk in either direction. The dreamy can spend all day or evening just watching the boats and the changing light and waves right from the armchair, outside area or on the beach in front of the property.

Ms March, April 2016

It was fantastic to have accommodation so close to the sea.. It was also very close to Yarmouth, so easy to walk in, catch the bus, pick up supplies, go for a drink without taking the car.

Ms Webb

May 2015

It was fantastic to have accommodation so close to the sea. It was also very close to Yarmouth, so easy to walk in, catch the bus, pick up supplies, go for a drink without taking the car.

Mr Golding

October 2014

Superb location and very peaceful! Excellent views across the Solent, just open the patio doors and you're on the beach. You really can't get any better! Great walks around the Fort Victoria Country Park and along the coastal path routes. Just a short walk into Yarmouth and a coffee and cake from Grace's Bakery on the harbour side when you get there. An all round superb holiday.....

Ms Webb, May 2015r

Mrs Freeman

July 2014

The location, and how quickly we got from the ferry to the property, and we LOVED the Isle of Wight . Never been before but we shall certainly go back. Best accommodation we've had for a long time!!!!!

Mr Golding, October 2014

June 2014

The location, and how quickly we got from the ferry to the property, and we LOVED the Isle of Wight .. Never been before but we shall certainly go back. Best accommodation we've had for a long time!!!!!

Mr Wigmore

May 2014

Excellent location and an ideal base to explore the island.

Mrs Freeman, June 2014

Excellent location and an ideal base to explore the island..

Mr Charlton

November 2013

Lovely little apartment in a great location.

Mr Wigmore, May 2014

Lovely little apartment in a great location..

Mrs Hannaby

August 2013

The location of the apartment was superb. That is why we return every year. Easy access to all you want on the island.

Mr Charlton, November 2013

The location of the apartment was superb.. That is why we return every year. Easy access to all you want on the island.

Guest

January 2013

Amazing, the beach is right outside the patio door, woodland with walks are behind, fabulous old fort with attractions to your left, cafe with garden to your right. This place is heaven. The accomodation is basic but the location makes up for it. Cannot wait to return.

Simple booking process.. Staff very helpful when dealing with our queries. Useful reminder just before holiday date. Accommodation lived up to our expectations.

Mrs Smith

September 2012

Simple booking process. Staff very helpful when dealing with our queries. Useful reminder just before holiday date. Accommodation lived up to our expectations.

Miss Coates

July 2012

Amazing location, directly on the beach, fabulous. Perfect for dogs and an ideal base for exploring the island, really close to the ferry port and easy walk to Yarmouth. Fantastic to sit on the patio or in the lounge with the doors open just watching the boats go by and the sunset.

Mr Roberts

Superb location, a nice clean no fuss holiday unit for two. Perfect quiet base for exploring the Isle of Wight.

Mr Brown

The location of the cottage was good. This is the second cottage we have rented from Sykes and it will not be the last. Thanks to the staff.

Mrs Smith, September 2012

Amazing location, directly on the beach, fabulous.. Perfect for dogs and an ideal base for exploring the island, really close to the ferry port and easy walk to Yarmouth. Fantastic to sit on the patio or in the lounge with the doors open just watching the boats go by and the sunset.

Miss Coates, July 2012

June 2012

The location of the cottage was good.. This is the second cottage we have rented from Sykes and it will not be the last. Thanks to the staff.

May 2012

From booking through Sykes with their helpful, friendly staff to being greeted by the owner of the property it was hassle free. Starboard is well equipped and comfortable and a magical place to stay with the shore on your doorstep. Everything is within easy reach of Yarmouth and you can get the ferry almost to your doorstep. It was our second stay at Starboard and we cant wait to go back. Thanks Sykes and John.

Superb location, a nice clean no fuss holiday unit for two.. Perfect quiet base for exploring the Isle of Wight.

Mrs Cormack

March 2012

Friendly, helpful owner and a truly romantic setting, this was our second time at Starboard and we cannot wait to go back again!

January 2012

A very tranquil and relaxing place to be and we can't wait to go back in March! The Sykes staff couldn't have been more helpful when it came to booking. It was very stress free.

Miss Patterson

October 2011

We really loved being on the seafront waking up to hear the sea was wonderful!!

Mrs Cormack, December 2011

September 2011

Mr Dye

June 2011

Loved being so close to the sea. Property was a joy to go back to each day.

Miss Patterson, September 2011

Loved being so close to the sea.. Property was a joy to go back to each day.

Mr Clarke

April 2011

The site of the cottage was superb being right on the beach.

Mr Dye, June 2011r

The site of the cottage was superb being right on the beach..

The Sulley's

January 2011

Excellent location for a pleasant relaxing holiday,And a view thats quite spendid.What more do you need from a hoiday!!

Mr Clarke, April 2011

The magic from listening to the waves whilst sitting in bed.. The view was fantastic. Our dog Cassie loved looking through the French windows over the Solent and walks along the sea front. The most romantic of holidays. After a long hard year of working it was everything we could have hoped to charge our batteries for a new year. You can't experience the magic truly unless you visit! Can't wait until we come back again

Mr Buckley

December 2010

The magic from listening to the waves whilst sitting in bed. The view was fantastic. Our dog Cassie loved looking through the French windows over the Solent and walks along the sea front. The most romantic of holidays. After a long hard year of working it was everything we could have hoped to charge our batteries for a new year. You can't experience the magic truly unless you visit! Can't wait until we come back again

Mrs Salter

October 2010

Loved all of it! Really relaxing holiday in a good location and accommodation. Great view and the dog loved being with us and enjoyed her morning walk along the beach. She looked very down when we returned home!

We knew exactly where the property was situated and it is in an area of the Isle of Wight we like very much. There are a number of eateries very close by (including next door) but that did not detract at all. Being directly on the beach made it very easy to take the dog for a quick stroll. I had a sneaky feeling that the quality of the property would be very high and we were not disappointed.

Mrs Salter, September 2010

September 2010

We knew exactly where the property was situated and it is in an area of the Isle of Wight we like very much.. There are a number of eateries very close by (including next door) but that did not detract at all. Being directly on the beach made it very easy to take the dog for a quick stroll. I had a sneaky feeling that the quality of the property would be very high and we were not disappointed.

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Starboard in Yarmouth, Isle of Wight