Move over , the Isle of Wight is officially the hottest destination for a summer holiday to travel to sans-passport. And no, we're not just talking about heading to the annual festival. Located off the south coast of England, it's surprisingly easy to reach from the mainland via a train journey (two hours from London to Portsmouth) and a45-minute ferry ride.
have really peaked in the past few years. Just because you can go abroad doesn't mean you have to. Especially when you take into account the numerous benefits of holidaying closer to home, from reducing your carbon footprint to bringing along furry friends.
With its own micro-climate, sandy beaches and breathtaking coastal views paired with quintessentially picturesque British towns, you get a little bit of everything. And while there's plenty to keep you busy for a week's sojourn, a weekend visit is also a realistic option as it takes only an hour to drive from one end of the island to the other. With ferry ports located in Fishbourne, East Cowes, Yarmouth and Ryde, we stayed at , located between Cowes and Newport, the heart of the island and also its capital.
Pinkmead is an idyllic escape located off the beaten track and right on the water’s edge. With 24 stunning acres comprising a cute three-bedroom cottage, separate studio and kitchen garden spaces, a sauna and not forgetting a vineyard all on-site, you’ll feel transported to a remote getaway. In reality, Cowes is just a 10-minute cycle away, easily accessible by.