Malt House Cottage is a central bolthole in the beautiful sailing town of Yarmouth. A spectacularly convenient location. The delicatessen is your larder, 4 pubs are your drinks cabinet, and no need to bring the car as the cottage is a stroll from the ferry. Alternatively, do bring your car, as we provide off-road parking.
Yarrmouth’s wooden pier is the longest in England and Yarmouth boasts two beaches less than a half a mile from the door, or secret access to the seawater from the sea lanes to discover – unique to Yarmouth. Yarmouth is the smallest town in England to be awarded Royal Charter by Henry 1 in 1135, medieval history. This lovely charming cottage sits in the conservation area. Just a 30-minute ferry ride from the mainland UK and it feels like you’re a million miles away in this idyllic location.
Built around 1865, Malt House Cottage is a delightful holiday home lovingly refurbished, awash with timber white and blue hues with some lovely artwork by local artist Ann Toms. As you explore the three floors of this former malting cottage, built for the now dormant factory warehouse next door, you will find a plethora of period features throughout. Perfect for adults and children alike the cottage can accommodate upto 7 guests and is dog and child friendly in equal measure. Due to its location in an historic town, there isn’t any long stay parking directly outside, however there is a convenient long stay car park close by on the River Yar, offering the chance to enjoy the protected vista and listen to the sound of the masts tinkling in the breeze. The cottage is conveniently located only 200 yards from the sea and the central square of this historic sailing town and harbour guarded by Yarmouth Castle, the last addition to Henry VIII sea defences. On the high street you will find an art gallery, unique shops and an active town hall. Food experiences from cafes, pubs, restaurants, tea rooms, the pizza van on Thursdays or for takeaway traditional fish and chips. Bring your SUP boards and head up the sea-lane . Also its close to two car free beaches and only 10 minutes from Watcombe, Freshwater and Compton beaches, very safe & very pretty for all to enjoy.
Explore the River Yar, a wonderful protected estuary nature reserve; the network of walking and cycling routes extend to Tennyson Down and all the way to the amazing rock formations of The Needles and Alum Bay, bike hire from the old railway station. Fantastic Totland Bay is where you will find a popular café, or enjoy a stroll along to neighbouring Colwell Bay and try to get a table at another renowned eating establishment with fresh seafood on the menu. Across the whole of this part of the island are some of the finest sunsets. The island is hot spot for cycling enthusiasts with a choice of challenging off-road bridleways, peaceful byways and level tracks running along the former railway line. Cycle to the famous Needles landmark or take on the full round the island route, 66 miles long, and used for the annual Isle of Wight Randonnée held over the May Day Bank Holiday. You can also travel along the route at a more leisurely pace by Vectis bus. Along the way you will find numerous restaurants, pubs and cafés. Beach 200 yards. Shop 125 yards, pub 175 yards and restaurant 70 yards.