Location Spotlight – Godshill
February 21, 2020Godshill is a quintessential and picturesque village situated in the southeast area of the Isle of Wight. From the Old Smithy, pretty thatched-roofed cottages, to the timeless world-renowned Model Village that allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of life, Godshill is steeped in a huge amount of history, and attracts thousands of visitors each […]
Read moreLocation Spotlight – Cowes
February 21, 2020The bustling seaport town of Cowes or West Cowes has been recognised as being a home for international yacht racing since the founding of the Royal Yacht Squadron in 1815. Cowes Week, which is the World’s oldest racing regatta, is celebrated every year in August, enticing thousands of visitors and local residents alike. Cowes was once […]
Read moreLocation Spotlight – Yarmouth
February 21, 2020Yarmouth is a beautiful town located on the north-westerly side of the Isle of Wight, with the name deriving from the opening of the Western Yar River. Some of its exquisite architectural buildings are some of the oldest on the Isle of Wight, including a 16th century castle. The harbour is also busy with arrivals from both […]
Read moreWhy we use OTA’s
January 23, 2020Online Travel Agents or ‘OTA’s’ have been around since the early days of the internet, but in recent years have seen a growth in popularity due to sites like AirBnb and HomeAway, which allow guests to book a much broader type of accommodation than just hotel rooms. Many Cottage holiday agencies see these websites as […]
Read moreSustainable travel on the Isle of Wight
November 14, 2019Visit Isle of Wight have teamed up with travel Journalist Mark Rowe to create a guide to sustainable travel on the Isle of Wight, called the ‘Slow travel guide’. The purpose of the guide is to encourage visitors to the Island to leave their cars at home and show how easy it is to travel and […]
Read moreOwner advice – Getting your property ready for photography
November 14, 2019With tens of thousands of holiday properties now available to rent in the UK, making sure your property stands out above the rest when advertised online can be a bit of a challenge. Here at Wight Holiday Lettings, we have our own professional photographer on the team, who can make your property look its very […]
Read moreBest place to visit in the world?
November 4, 2019One of the best places to visit in the world? The Lonely Planet guide has recently announced its top 10 list countries to visit in 2020 and the UK has been awarded 2nd place in the list. This year’s list has been awarded with an emphasis on sustainable travel, ensuring travellers will have a positive impact […]
Read moreHandmade Belgian chocolate truffles with a Somerset honey ganache
September 17, 2019At Wight Holiday Lettings, we’re passionate about local produce and independent producers. Although not based on the Isle of Wight, we wanted to share the story of a Somerset Beekeeper who is producing some remarkable treats, which we recommend you try for yourself. Here’s a little bit about how it all got started Passionate about […]
Read moreThe Best of the Islands Beaches
August 23, 2019The Isle of Wight is renowned for its Beaches, especially the long golden sandy beaches of Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin and much of the West Wight. Here is a brief guide to some of the most popular beaches on the Island: RydeBy far the largest area of sand on the Island, this huge area of Sand […]
Read moreWhy You Should Consider Investing in a Holiday Home
August 22, 2019The UK holiday industry is currently thriving and has been for some time now, with no end in sight to the continued growth in UK based holidays. There has been a great deal of investment in the last 5 years from private equity groups, who can see where the market is headed. Here are some […]
Read more