The Botanist Rest-Ventnor IOW-2 Bedroom/sea views/beach/walking | Cottage in Ventnor Isle of Wight

9.8 (6 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Ventnor Cottage | The Botanist Rest-Ventnor IOW-2 Bedroom/sea views/beach/walking

2 Bedroom Cottage in Ventnor, Ventnor Isle of Wight

Dated back to the 1840’s, The Botanist Rest is a quaint flint cottage nestled in a quiet side street of Ventnor. Dubbed the ‘English Mediterranean’ by the Victorians, the towns location on the southern coast of the Island, nestled within the shelter of St Boniface Down gives it's own unique micro-climate and consequently the world-famous Ventnor Botanical Gardens! This is where inspiration was drawn for the design of The Botanist Rest. With an elegant, botanical theme running through the whole property from the moment you step inside and throughout to the wonderful kitchen garden for your own personal use during your stay, it really is the perfect location for families or couples, looking to unwind after long days exploring the Isle of Wight.
On entering the cottage into the lounge, you’ll find yourself whisked into a Victorian botanical wonderland! Filled with plants a good selection of books and other curios, the space has seating for up to four adults to relax on the 3-piece leather Chesterfield sofa and armchair. If you wish to fully immerse yourself in the botanist world and indulge in some mindful gardening, feel free to offer the plants, inside and out a little water if their soil is a little dry!
You’ll also have full use of the Bang Olufsen smart TV, featuring, Netflix & Amazon Prime for guest use and for those that just can’t escape from work completely - or are feeling inspired by the beautiful Island - there is also a small workspace/writers nook.
Leaving the lounge and into the dining area, this quaint spot has a beautiful feature victorian fireplace is great space to spend time together, reminiscing on the days adventures over a meal.
The lounge leads through to the well-equipped kitchen with a toaster, kettle, microwave, oven, and gas hob, also a dishwasher & fridge/freezer. Our coffee loving guests can savour the aromas of ‘real’ coffee in the mornings, made with the Dualit coffee machine and step straight out in the seating area of the private garden patio. A great place to also soak up the later afternoon sun with a cocktail or a spot of al fresco dining using the fruits or herbs from our wonderful kitchen garden should you wish!
We also have an additional selection of herbs and spices in the kitchen along with a cocktail making set and book for those who would like to sit out, enjoying a drink in the fully enclosed and lit garden, amongst the grape vine, and fruit trees after the Sun has set.
When it’s finally time to wind-down and retire to bed, make your way back through the house and make your way up the staircase to our inviting and comfortable bedrooms. (Please be aware - as The Botanists Rest is a quirky old cottage the stairs are a little narrower and steeper than a conventional staircase so may not be suitable for less mobile people)
The botanical theme extends throughout the upstairs and the larger bedroom at the front of the property has arresting views of St Boniface Down. This bedroom includes a spacious king size bed, vanity area with hair dryer and mirror, hanging space for clothes and freshly laundered towels and bedding. There is also space for a travel cot in this room, should you need to bring one.
The smaller second bedroom features a full-sized bunk bed suitable for two children or up to two medium build adults. There is also hanging space, a mirror and freshly laundered towels and bedding. This is a narrow room so could possibly be unsuitable for those who usually require extra space for manoeuvre. The southern aspect of this room opens out via French doors onto an amazing roof terrace balcony with stunning sea views and bistro dining set. Morning coffee with a view!
The bathroom is also upstairs, with a toilet, sink, mirror, towel warming radiator and shower over bath. Again, with the pitfalls of working with an old cottage, the roof is pitched so the shower head is a slightly lower than average! We have tried to adapt this as best as we can but if you are over average height, we suggest you opt to soak up the sea views from the bath with hand-held shower feature!
With its quirky features, stunning sea and countryside views and proximity to the local amenities and tourist attractions, The Botanists Rest is the perfect option for a holiday on the Isle of Wight!

The Botanist Rest-Ventnor IOW-2 Bedroom/sea views/beach/walking is located in Ventnor. The Botanist Rest-Ventnor IOW-2 Bedroom/sea views/beach/walking provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, View, among other amenities. This Cottage features Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Botanist Rest-Ventnor IOW-2 Bedroom/sea views/beach/walking has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ventnor has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Ventnor, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Dryer
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • English
  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Zoe T.
Aug 11, 2025 09:55:10 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Immaculately presented, homely property. Compact but met our needs. Unfortunately didn’t get to explore Ventnor as used it as a base for the IOW festival. Host helpfully gave discount code for IOW ferry and generally very helpful and efficient.
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