With a line up of special offers at some of the Island’s top hotels and self-catering properties, a luxury short break on the isle of wight doesn’t have to break the bank this winter. Leading cross-Solent ferry operator Wightlink (0871 376 0013 www.wightlink.co.uk) has come up with its Top 5 Winter Breaks, all which offer great value and the chance to enjoy a few days away in the run-up to Christmas.
TWO FOR ONE AT THE HAMBROUGH
Food-lovers should head to The Hambrough – a smart boutique hotel facing the sea in Ventnor, south Wight. The hotel boasts the Island’s only restaurant to hold a Michelin star, as well as stunning views of the sea and coastline from its seven exclusive rooms. Book a two-night midweek break in November and take advantage of the hotel’s ‘Two Nights for One’ offer, where the second night’s accommodation is free, providing the guests dine in the Michelin-starred restaurant on both nights. Departing on 25th November, a two-night break costs from £205 per person (based on two sharing) including B&B accommodation, three-course dinner on both nights and return Wightlink car ferry crossings from Portsmouth or Lymington.
FREE FERRY & AFTERNOON TEA AT PRIORY BAY
Located between the towns of Bembridge and Seaview on the east coast of the isle of wight, Priory Bay is a stylish country house hotel benefitting from a wide range of facilities, including a six-hole golf course, tennis courts and private beach, plus 70 acres of woodlands and gardens. Stay for two nights or more during November and receive Afternoon Tea and complimentary ferry crossings. Departing on 20th November, a two-night Winter Break costs from £150 per person (based on two sharing) including B&B accommodation, Afternoon Tea on arrival and return Wightlink car ferry crossings from Portsmouth or Lymington – worth in excess of £50 (a saving of 15 per cent).
TWO NIGHTS’ HALF BOARD FROM £175 AT THE SEAVIEW
Styled by former Ralph Lauren designers Keech Green, The Seaview is the isle of wight’s original boutique hotel by the sea. The informal hotel, located in the sailing village of Seaview, is ideal for a relaxing short break with an award-winning restaurant, nautical-style pub – recently rated by the Good Pub Guide as the isle of wight Dining Pub of the Year, and lively bar. A two-night half board break from 25th November costs from £175 per person (based on two sharing) including accommodation in a standard room, dinner, breakfast, and return Wightlink car ferry crossings from Portsmouth or Lymington. Room upgrades available from £10 per person per night.
THREE NIGHTS’ HALF BOARD FOR UNDER £260 AT THE WELLINGTON HOTEL
Occupying a prime spot in Ventnor, with almost every room looking over the bay, the modern, minimalist Wellington Hotel is a triumph of designer-style meets isle of wight quirkiness. Located in south Wight, the hotel boasts fabulous ocean views as well as an intimate restaurant, lounge and bar. A three-night half board break from 24th November is available for the special price of £253 per person (based on two sharing) including accommodation in a deluxe sea view room, full English breakfast, dinner and return Wightlink ferry crossings.
COMPLIMENTARY FERRY CROSSING AT NITON BARNS
Alternatively, opt for a self-catering break at Niton Barns this winter, staying in one of five luxurious converted barns. Set on a farm within the picturesque village of Niton, south Wight, Tennyson Barn is ideal for a couple looking for a winter getaway, offering a large bedroom complete with freestanding bath, a fully equipped kitchen, living room with TV and DVD player and free wifi internet access. Departing on 23rd November a four-night midweek break costs £120 per person (based on two sharing) including complimentary return ferry crossings with Wightlink from Portsmouth or Lymington.
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