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cottages near Osborne House
If you've paid a visit to the Isle of Wight, you'll know
that it's a real contrast to other parts of the UK; easy to get
around, drop-dead beautiful and a refreshing escape from the hustle
and bustle of modern life! Perhaps that's why then, that in
1845, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert chose to build a private
family home here. Named Osborne House, their grand creation was
destined to become a regal retreat away from the pressures of
London. And now, over 100 years later, the English Heritage has
opened Osborne House to the public, so you can enjoy the majestic
delights of this former royal residence all for yourself. Why not
pay this glorious abode a visit on your next cottage holiday to the
Isle of Wight?
So much to see and do in an Isle of Wight cottage near Osborne
House
Explore the numerous private family rooms of Osborne House, from
the cosy nursery where Victoria's nine children were raised, to
the grand drawing room where the Queen's guests would retire to
after dinner to enjoy a spot of charades. If you tire of the
house's illustrious interior, take a step into the garden.
Curated by Prince Albert and the Queen herself, the garden of
Osborne House is a stirring reminder of the couple's
fashionable taste. Stroll through the tree lined Valley Path and
find Queen Victoria's private beach, Osborne Bay, complete with
The Alcove, the Queen's private viewing booth, where she
enjoyed views across the stunning strait of Solent. Can you imagine
a prettier spot for a cottage holiday?
Discover Osborne House on Isle of Wight cottage holiday
There's no better way to enjoy a holiday on the Isle of
Wight than with a self-catering holiday cottage. We've a superb
range of Isle of Wight Cottages, perfectly placed for ambles on the
beach, lunch in one of the Isle of Wight's charismatic seaside
towns or a day-trip to Osborne House. The English Heritage site is
open 7 days a week between 10am- 6pm, and includes refreshment
venues and picnic areas, so you can really make a day out of your
trip to this compelling royal retreat.
If you want to go even further back in time on your Isle of
Wight cottage holiday, visit Carisbrooke
Castle. A mere 6 miles from Osborne House, this 12th century
structure offers visitors a much murkier peep into the island's
past!