Log Cabins & Lodges on the Isle of Wight

Since the Isle of Wight was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it has become the favourite isle of most Brits each year. The foodie culture, heritage sites, beaches, and outdoor activities make it a lovely holiday location. It is easy to get here by hovercraft, foot ferry or car ferry and only 45 minutes from Portsmouth. There’s plenty of nightlife, arcade machines and fantastic piers to keep you and your clan entertained. High downs, limestone cliffs, mysterious sandy beaches, and dark forests were the inspiration for Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. It’s no wonder with this storybook isle.

Kick off your trip to the Isle of Wight with the perfect lodge. These cabins are spacious, fully equipped and feature gardens with outdoor seating areas. Perfect for staycations, or having a place to rest and unwind after a long day out. Enjoy gorgeous countryside views. Have a homemade picnic on the grass surrounded by greenery. Dine outdoors, or put on your favourite movies. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, or travelling with family and friends, these log cabins are guaranteed to get you in the right mood for a breath-taking trip.

This island is a Foodie’s paradise! Make a mission of sampling the goods where they make it best. First, the cheddarry Towering Gallybagger soufflé with white onion purée from Ventnor’s Royal Restaurant. The 15th century pastie with crabmeat at Steephill Cove is an amazing savoury treat. Black garlic is the signature food of Wight, and the unusual balsamic and tamarind flavour can be had in a sundae with black garlic ice-cream, fudge brownie, and chocolate sauce for an instagrammable moment at the Garlic Farm in Newchurch. The perfected Beef & Ale pie at The Taverners and honeycomb doughnuts from Island Bakers will kickstart your culinary journey.

The Isle of Wight caters to outdoorsy folks. Ryd features rentals for bicycles so you can head out in style. Try the Red Squirrel trail for 3 hours of adventure, scenic views, and quaint pubs. Blackgang Chine is first choice for interactive zones like being a dinosaur keeper, an enchanter from Fairyland’s castle, or deep-sea diver at Underwater Kingdom, plus epic shows! Go on a magic carpet ride, plunge 400 feet from the drop tower, and scream on thriller roller coasters! A cultural outing at Adgestone Vineyard offers acres of grapevines with wine, liquors, and ciders in their tasting cellar.

The Island of Wight is a nature lovers’ sanctuary. Walk with Alpacas and goats at West Wight Alpaca Farm and try their premium pizza! Ventnor Botanic Gardens features the perfect micro-climate for fascinating blooming plants and wildlife. Monkey Haven is an animal’s happy place. Their project boasts an animal sanctuary where you’ll find singing Lar Gibbons, Meerkats, owlets, and silky snakes that have been rescued and are now thriving. You’ll have opportune moments to touch and learn about them, including hand-reared birds of prey. Sea kayaking is very rewarding, especially with all the dynamic geological wonders on the seacoast.

Isle of Wight Karting features a 520m floodlit track for ages 8-88. The 4-stroke petrol karts will give the whole family unlimited thrills as they race around this all-weather track. Even the little ones can have some fun on the electric kinder karts. Perfect for birthday parties and staycations.

Cowes Maritime Museum has numerous artefacts and displays telling the important maritime heritage of the Isle of Wight. You’ll see everything from shipbuilding techniques to sailing and yachting. It’s a great way to get out of the heat and enjoy some educational, hands-on, tourism.

The Needles at colourful Alum Bay are a mystery to behold. If you’re looking for epic photo ops, the best view of the Needles are at Headon Warren. They were formed when the limestone stacks broke away in the 18th century. For more drama, visit the nearby Old Battery, featuring a one-of-a-kind exhibition of the top-secret Black Knight that was built there.

Visit Dinosaur Isle in Sandown. You can’t miss it! The building is shaped like a Pterosaur in flight. Inside you’ll be immersed in the cretaceous period with life-sized Neovenator, Iguanodon, Polycanthus and sounds of Pterodactyls flying overhead. There’s also a futuristic robotic dinosaur set-up for you to control. Welcome to Jurassic Park! Now that’s a great day out with the kids!

The Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday location after Albert died. The inner rooms are decked out with 18th century furnishings and paintings, and you can even dress up like royals for extra fun. Take a stroll in the gardens and be sure to visit the adjoining beach to cap off the experience.

On the Isle of Wight, having a cream tea is trendy. Some excellent venues include Bembridge Coast or, for something truly unique, Champagne tea at the Royal Ventnor Restaurant. Visit the Botanic Garden and stop in at Steephill Cove Beach, which is only accessible on the footpath, to indulge at the various cafés for a lovely high tea experience.

Foodie’s will delight in the restaurants. Chill out at Ventnor’s Smoking Lobster for its seafood platters, lush steak, wine bar and coastal views. In Shanklin Chine’s thatched pub, dating to 1817, historic ambience and live music will enhance the premium victuals at Fisherman’s Cottage. Yarmouth Off the Rail gives you two venues, the finest dining and a unique steam railway museum.