Whitwell Holiday Retreat

Boasting a vast central lounge with a light and bright ambience, this gorgeous semi-detached property sleeps eight people across four beautifully-appointed bedrooms. It sits in a quiet village just 3 miles from the chocolate-box village of Godshill. With private parking for two cars, en-suite facilities, a well-equipped kitchen, an inviting dining room and a picturesque, enclosed garden, the chapel is an ideal base for exploring the southern fringe of the island, where a range of trails, beaches, natural wonders, towns and historic sites awaits.

The central lounge, with its high, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and lancet windows, offers a sociable space to lounge around during the day or gather at night for a film, party games, or a nightcap following a meal out. Close to the entrance, the games room – complete with table tennis, pool table and a dartboard – is ideal for family tournaments before or after dinner is served. Expect the kitchen to be a hub of activity, large enough to afford the cook plenty of space to prepare and to have some company before calling for places at the dining table, which sits in a long, beautifully lit room directly opposite. A handy double bedroom with an en-suite shower sits on the ground floor. The mezzanine galleried sitting area overlooking the living area is a convenient perch to grab quiet time away from the madding crowd. There are two staircases – including the one hosting the mezzanine – which lead to the first floor and its two bedrooms: a king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and a double bedroom with a gorgeous French bed. A few steps farther up from this, set in the eaves, is a remarkable twin bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Two enclosed seating areas outside the property are perfectly suited to al fresco brunches and BBQs on warmer evenings.