- Cottages
- England
- South East
- Isle of Wight
- Freshwater
- The Officers Mess
The Officers Mess Freshwater
Sleeps 10
5 Bedrooms
4 Bathroom
0 Pets
The Officers Mess - Facilities
- Dishwasher
- Electricty / Utilities Included
- Patio / Garden
- Golf Course Local
- Local Pub
- Local Horse Riding
- TV
- WiFi / Internet Access
- Bedding / Towels Included
- Luxury Property
- Washing Machine
- Coastal Accessible
- Walk In Shower / Bath
- On Site Parking
- Shower
The Officers Mess
The Officers Mess is in Golden Hill Fort near Freshwater. It's a five-bed house that sleeps ten, which basically means it's huge.
It's a Grade I listed building, so the history is the main thing. It's Victorian, built as part of the coastal defences. Inside, you've got these big brick barrel vaulted ceilings everywhere, which look impressive. The floors are oak and it's all very solid.
Downstairs is one big open space. There's a large living area, a dining table that seats ten easily, and a proper kitchen with all the Neff appliances. Off the kitchen there's a second TV room, which is handy if people want to watch different things.
Upstairs there are five bedrooms. The main one is a suite with a four-poster bed, a dressing room and a big bathroom. Two other bedrooms have their own bathrooms, and the last two share a family bathroom. So with four bathrooms in total, you shouldn't get queues.
Outside, the fort has a shared roof garden you can use. It's landscaped and you get a full 360-degree view from up there, over the Solent and the countryside. It's a good spot.
Parking is right outside the house in the courtyard. You get in and out through electric gates, which feels a bit grand.
The fort is set in about 50 acres of woodland called Golden Hill Country Park. There are footpaths from there down to Freshwater village and the beach. The Needles and Alum Bay are a short drive away. Yarmouth ferry terminal is only a few minutes by car if you're coming from the mainland.
In terms of what's here, it's all the stuff you'd expect for a big group: WiFi, TVs, a washing machine, dishwasher. All bedding and towels are included. It's rated 5 Star, which reflects the size and the finish.
Useful links for planning: National Trust Isle of Wight and Visit Isle of Wight.
