On my recent winter visit to the Isle of Wight I stayed at Gothic View Bed and Breakfast. As a glampacker, there’s a reason why I like staying at bed and breakfasts. They are usually independently owned and operated, offer reasonable costs for a budget traveller and always have a unique style.
Gothic View B&B is situated in the town of Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. It’s comprised of an old chapel and whilst the rooms aren’t huge they are very comfortable and homely. A friendly cat also roams the premises and will greet you with curiousity!
It’s the small touches in a bed and breakfast that make all the difference. Before my stay at Gothic View B&B, the owner phoned to confirm the reservation, the time of arrival and any dietary requirements. When we arrived, we were greeted right at the door and offered a cup of tea.
After a long day of driving, particularly on a road trip which can sometimes be challenging with GPS and rainy weather, I certainly felt right at home at this bed and breakfast on the Isle of Wight!
I stayed overnight in a charming twin room which even had cute little teddy bears in the corner. I was ecstatic after my big meal to discover green tea and a selection of chick flick movies all on video cassette tapes. It was like I had entered a different decade on the Isle of Wight! My room not only had impeccable style, it had everything I needed to relax and unwind.
After a well rested sleep I awoke to a stunning sunny morning, knowing it was going to be a perfect day for exploring the Isle of Wight. The best thing about staying at a bed and breakfast is of course enjoying a cooked breakfast in the morning! Gothic View B&B offers a full English breakfast with eggs cooked to your wishes, I chose scrambled, bacon, mushrooms, potatoes and sausages. There’s also a variety of cereals, yoghurt and fruit compote and, more importantly, endless cups of tea or coffee. All this is presented in the dining room which is decorated in typical romantic English style – with a collection of teapots on display!
The hosts at Gothic View B&B are a friendly couple who will help you with finding restaurants to suit all budgets and planning where to visit on the Isle of Wight. They even speak French and Italian.
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