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5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres

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1920s Arts & Crafts house with many restored features in large gardens
Pool beg. May - end Oct. Heated via air-source heat pump. Needs nightly cover.
Outside dining for 12+
Living room, with baby grand piano just peeking in on the right
Anyone for tennis? Please bring your own balls

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bouldnor, ENG
  • Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Colwell Bay Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Lymington Pier Ferry Port
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Bembridge (BBP)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 5

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres

Large refurbished 1920s house near Yarmouth on the Isle of Wight. Sleeps 12 (plus 2 to 4 tinies). Lovely gardens and fields, 10 acres in all. Next to woodland and coastal path. Heated fenced swimming pool (early May to end Oct half term), tennis court, barn with table tennis. Children's swings etc. Large trampoline (without netting). Board games. Baby grand piano. Paddle boards and kayak for local beach. Walking and cycling guide books. Numerous bikes, in numerous sizes. 2 oven Aga. Gas BBQ. Open fire plus wood store. Two high chairs. WiFi. Large TV.

Pool is heated by air sourced heat pump, not to a particular temperature. It will end up roughly at 5 degrees above the prevailing day time ambient temperature, and will drop by around 2 degrees if not covered overnight.

Warnings: Open pond close to house. No microwave. Bee hives at far end of property 200m+ away. TV is accessed through use of projector.

Bedrooms: 2 double rooms. 1 single/twin. 1 further room can be made up as twin or double. Final room has 4 bunk beds. There are 2 spare mattresses for the floor, a cot, and a toddler bed too.

Bathrooms etc: 1 bath/WC; 1 shower/WC; 3 separate WCs

What's included: Plenty of bedding and towels. Beds etc will be made up. Food cupboard basics all there.

Parking: 5 cars easily accommodated

Location: five mins drive or 25 mins walk from Yarmouth ferry terminal (from Lymington, or Waterloo by train). 25 minutes drive from Fishbourne ferry terminal (from Portsmouth). On bus route 7 for island travel.

Activities: lots to do on site or on foot or bike from the house, but within a short drive there are many beaches, fabulous walks, Carisbrooke Castle, Osborne House

Property manager

Elizabeth and Barry Holden
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German
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Amenities

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Washer
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Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 Dogs Maximum
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Yarmouth

Located in Yarmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal and Lymington Pier Ferry Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Needles Landmark Attraction and Lymington Sea Water Baths. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Bouldnor, ENG

What's nearby

  • Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Yarmouth Beach - 17 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Colwell Bay Beach - 34 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Lymington Pier Ferry Port - 43 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Beaulieu National Motor Museum - 55 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Yarmouth Station - 18 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪End of the Line Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Horse & Groom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Highdown Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Yarmouth Harbour - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 5-bed house: pool, tennis court, walk to beach, 10 acres located?

This family-friendly Yarmouth holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Yarmouth Beach and Yarmouth Castle. Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal and Fort Victoria Country Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Yarmouth Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great facilities in great location!

A wonderful house and garden for a three generation family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay in Bouldnor!

A beautiful, charming and well-kept house and grounds near Yarmouth just as
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Necrosis weekend

Fantastic property for a family holiday everything needed for a sporty family. Great location for exploring the West side of the island. We only stayed for the weekend but would love to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uncan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday gathering

Excellent stay in a very comfortable roomy house. Cooking options might be a problem for those not familiar with AGAs, but suited us. Good location on the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Byecross

A memorable and wonderful stay in beautiful Manor House and surrounding gardens. Host was very accommodating, helpful and kind. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house for a family get-together.

We spent 5 excellent days over Christmas, creating some wonderful memories. This was the second time we stayed here, with the added excitement of families together at Xmas. The house is large so plenty of space for everyone. All beds very comfortable Extensive gardens, and all kinds of outdoor games and outdoor equipment for all ages. Take your microwave as this helps a lot to supplement AGA cooking if you’re not used to cooking on one!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots of space in peaceful surroundings

We had a lovely stay at the house, lots of space and lots to do for everyone to keep busy.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another amazing (3rd) visit!

This was our third stay but first in the summer. So amazing to be able to make full use of the outside space and of course the POOL! Usual great communication, clean house and everything you could need for a fab break!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie Roby

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant holiday!

Absolute gem of a holiday house. Was a real home from home and felt very lucky to have enjoyed a long weekend here with friends. The garden was amazing, house was very well equipped and rooms were spacious and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

MidSummerAtByecross

We wanted a lifetime family memorable holiday and we more than got one by choosing Byecross for our weeks stay. The house is marvellous and the faculties where more than adequate to keep the 8 of us occupied. Additionally add to the plus list the pleasures of the isle of wight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

annette a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

We have just returned from a week’s stay at this property - having stayed before we knew what an amazing place it is, with so many activities to do on site - really enjoyed the pool. Hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb

We had such a wonderful time, thank you. The children thoroughly enjoyed a swimming gala they created in the pool. The fresh fruit from the garden each morning was an absolute treat! Very generous use of equipment too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway

Plenty of space with everything you need for a family break, lovely house and spacious grounds.....nice part of the island and close to lots of great attractions ...just need to be creative and organised with cooking for 12 with an Aga!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing, wonderful and hope to return. We are a family of 12 from 2years old to 57 years.

The house had everything you could want. Fantastic weekend thank you Barry and Elizabeth
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Home from home with fantastic grounds lots to do for all ages. Swimming pool was amazing the whole family spent hours outside and the teenagers weren't on their phones. We will be back next year hopefully
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CLAIRE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. 13 of us with kids from 1 to 11. Lots of space for us all. So much for the kids to enjoy and do. Would definitely like to stay again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Lovely house with lots to do, we ended up not even leaving the house some days as the kids just wanted to play tennis or jump in the pool! Very relaxing setting, will hopefully return soon. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous house

This house is huge! Loads of room for 6 adults, 5 kids and 2 dogs. The gardens are beautiful with lovely views. Would love to stay here again, maybe in the summer when we could use the pool too. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another fab stay at Byecross

We loved our stay at Byecross. Such a stunning property and grounds. We spent loads of time in the pool, in the play area and mooching around. Had day trips to vent or (ate lunch at the met which was great) and Compton bay beach. Will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

What an absolute gem of a place! We celebrated a 60th birthday with children and grand children and had an amazing time. A beautiful house in wonderful grounds. We hope to come back some day. The best ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

The perfect place for 3 generations of family to meet up. There was something for everyone to keep us entertained. We just wish we had longer. Hopefully we will visit again when the sun is shining :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Gem of a Home!

Homely, spacious, lots to do (even in the rain and without the use of pool). Has a lovely feel. Fully realise pets are allowed and a couple of us got 'itchy' in the living room, but that's our fault as we knew the house accepted pets. We've stayed in LOADS of places Isle of Wight and this is right up there with the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A complete joy!

A beautiful home and gardens that were so welcoming. The location was stunning and the facilities were above and beyond our expectations. The pool was warm and we swam twice a day, the grandchildren loved it! We’ve made such happy memories and we very much hope to return to Byecross very soon. Thank you for accommodating us x
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

Beautiful house in an amazing garden. We loved everything about the house and it’s surroundings. Children and teenagers in heaven with the trampoline and tennis court. The sun shone ,can’t wait to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful family Christmas

Thank you so much for a beautiful stay. We enjoyed everything about the property! The inside space was perfect for hosting a big family Christmas. And the outside space was perfectly secured for the dogs to enjoy some freedom. The location is great too for a walk into Yarmouth for a Christmas day trip to the pub. The information provided before arriving made every super smooth, and the house was beyond expectations on arrival. We look forward to coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth and Barry Holden

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We are a large family, with four children, all of whom have enjoyed many holidays here, often adding in nieces and nephews or other familes. All come back with us year after year.

Why they chose this property

Its wide hall and spacious gardens first made us look at the house seriously, when we were after somewhere to accommodate our immediate family plus an equal number of guests to enjoy easy, active holidays. We quickly fell for the house and its setting. Its country feel, many amenities and proximity to ferry, shops and restaurants, sealed it for us.
We have refurbished it over the years as a home from home, sympathetic to its Arts and Crafts design, keeping it airy and light. The house is our escape - warm and cosy in winter around the fire or kitchen table. It suits a small crew really nicely, but adapts quickly to a large crowd over Christmas or New Year, perhaps over a roast meal, a jigsaw or a game of Scrabble. In summer, with the many external doors open all the time, a loud lively family atmosphere prevails, with laughter coming in from the pool, apples and plums being picked, and most meals taken outside.
When you have a place as lovely as Byecross, we thought it only right to share it and help others make lovely memories. Since opening the house up to VRBO guests, we have been delighted that so many have chosen to return, some on multiple occasions. Byecross has clearly worked its magic on those too.

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English, French, German

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