Cockleshells' open plan living-area is great for keeping an eye on the smaller ones as they play.
On a warm summer day, open up the patio doors in the sitting-room and relax.
A stone's throw from Hersey Nature Reserve, a tranquil and peaceful setting.
There is a small dining-room table that can seat four and can be folded away for convenience and additional space.
Why not treat yourself to breakfast in bed in the delightful main bedroom.
The well-equipped kitchen has everything you need to make a hearty breakfast or a tasty evening meal.
After creating footprints on the sand, wash it away from inbetween your toes in the walk-in shower.
The delightful twin bedroom has views of the Hersey Nature Reserve, perfect for children.
Welcome to Cockleshells, have a wonderful time!
Enjoy breakfast on the decking with views across the communal lawn towards the sea.
Travelling down the south of the Island, take a wonderful walk to St Helens.
Set just seconds away from beautiful Seaview beach.
A beautiful location to relax and unwind.
Cockleshells is set in a quiet and private development, The Salterns Village.
Cockleshells can be rented with the neighbouring Salterns bungalows, for larger parties.
Peace and quiet!
To the back of Cockleshells is a shared lawn-area which is a great space for children and dogs to run around.
The Salterns Village is a rural and peaceful development, great for families.
Dining on the decking is a must do on a warm sunny evening.
Welcome to Seaview!
The RNLI lifeboat station in Bembridge.
Queen Victoria's favourite home, Osborne House in East Cowes.
The iconic Needles in West Wight.
Welcome to Seaview!
Seaview has fantastic beaches. The pebbled beach at the end of the high street is perfect place for crabbing amongst the rocks.
Visit the oldest Windmill on the island found nearby in Bembridge.
Cockleshells
3815Seaview | Sleeps 4 (no children under 2)
7 Nights from £403
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
Offering views across the Solent, this bistro bar and restaurant has a wide ranging menu throughout the day. You can watch the world go by from the outdoor seating or enjoy the nautical interior inside. Dogs and children are welcome.
May 2024
Good food, great atmosphere
Very friendly gastro-pub - excellent sea food and good views over the sea.
April 2024
The old fort
Great food and staff
August 2023
Fabulous Old Fort
Wonderful seafront eatery and hostelry. Delicious food, great service - all with fab views of the sea and moorings
July 2023
Great food and atmosphere
The food here is always excellent and the staff friendly and efficient.
June 2023
The Old Fort Seaview
Pub / restaurant
April 2023
Great views, tasty vegan food
We booked in advance having seen reviews about it being busy, glad we did it was full. We were lucky to get window table, wonderful view, relaxed environment, friendly efficient staff. Great to gave vegan options and can recommend the quality chilli. Would certainly go again!
October 2022
Great Atmosphere
Ate here twice during our weeks stay in Seaview. Even though we hadn’t booked the first time we went, which was a busy Saturday lunch time and we were a party of 6 including a 3 year old, we were given a warm welcome and seated with no problems. We had great service and the food was delicious on both occasions. We booked for our second visit as it seems to be a very popular place, understandably given the quality of the food and the service. Very family friendly too with a great buzzy atmosphere, would highly recommend a visit.
June 2022
Great food and atmosphere
Food
June 2022
Great pub
Excellent food and wine list, very helpful staff, not to be missed
June 2022
Amazing food and dog friendly
So nice we went twice for food and several times for a drink outside after a day on the beach!
Dog friendly and a lovely view.
Great menu and fab service
May 2022
Nice evening meal
Great atmosphere, nice staff, good food, reasonable pricing
February 2022
Excellent
Great service, food and view, visited a number of times during our stay and were never disappointed.
October 2021
Food great and great location
Lovely location on seafront and food was excellent. Staff friendly and attentive too.
September 2021
Lovely views, friendly staff, nice food
We visited a couple of times and enjoyed it. Great view!
September 2021
Excellent food and great staff
This is a great place to eat as it has some lovely dishes and has a specials board. We tried the sea bass which was so nice we returned for a second helping! Our party also tried the fish of the day which was a whole sea bream, again delicious. The shell on prawns, the fish and chips and the crab ramekin were also really nice and the bread served here was gorgeous and you get plenty of butter. The chocolate brownie dessert was a triumph too. All of this, plus it is dog friendly! Definitely recommended to try.
September 2021
The Old Fort
Great food, lovely staff and very welcoming
July 2021
Friday lunch
Two had ploughman's, one fish and chips, one sea bass. All excellent.
The new to the menu Lemon Posset was a delightful end to the meal.
June 2021
Good quality, well priced
Good quality, well priced and varied menu, with indoor and outdoor seating. We had a whole fresh plaice, and pulled pork burger, and both were excellent. Decent wine list as well
June 2021
Mrs Rachel Coleman
Our fish
February 2020
Excellent friendly service.
Lovely staff and food.
July 2019
Curry nights
We usually go to the weekly curry night when we are on holiday
July 2019
The Old Fort Seaview
Lovely seaside pub with outside sitting area. Enjoyed the food, but you do need to book ahead as they get very busy and its OK to sit outside if it is a balmy summer evening.
June 2019
Nice but....
We never got to actually eat in this pub. We did try several times but we were either too late or too early and they weren't serving food and then on our last evening there we were told no dogs after 6pm so we couldn't get a table. To be honest we did rather feel that sailing club members were given priority over holiday makers and that we were a bit of a nuisance that is tolerated rather than encouraged.
Nearby beach
Nestled between Seagrove Bay and Priory Bay, you'll find a mixture of sand and pebbles with large beach at low tide. Parking is nearby along the esplanade with small shops and cafes in Seaview down the road. Dogs are not allowed from May to the end of September. There is no lifeguard cover.
August 2022
5 mins from house and easy swimming
Easy to get to on foot from house and safe easy access to sea (sand and shingles)
September 2019
A few paces from property
Very good for walking the dog.
August 2017
Old fashioned in the best possible way
This beach is always popular with lots of rocks for crabbing off, an easy part to get into the sea and a sandy bit for games
Nearby walk
Park your car anywhere on the Esplanade at Seaview and walk past the Boathouse pub with the sea on your right. You will pass rows of beach huts, woodland and into Puckpool Park. The sea views are stunning across the Solent to the mainland and the park itself is a gem. The path hugs the coast all the way around to Ryde, past Appley beach with its gothic tower and into the town. You'll find lots of places to eat and drink en-route, the path is even and flat so suitable for pushchairs. Dogs are allowed on the footpaths but restricted on the beach so do check the signs. The return walk is approx 2 miles depending how far into Ryde you walk and the best return route is back the way you came.
June 2022
Great walk into Ryde
Lovely walk - looks like a fab cafe half way but couldn’t get in as so busy
October 2021
Easy flat walk
Great walk to Ryde especially as you can walk across the beach at all states ot the tide
September 2021
Lovely coast path
Great views, accessible with a pushchair and plenty of places to stop on route for refreshments and a great kids park in puckpool park (with public toilets), our toddler loved it. The Old Barracks beer garden is sunny and nice with reasonably priced drinks. Don't miss the sand playground on Ryde seafront if you have little kids, our toddler loved it!
September 2020
Nice Walk
It is a nice walk along the coast from Seaview to Ryde. There are a couple of park cafes on the way and some nice coffee shops in Ryde.
September 2020
Excellent pushchair friendly walk
A lovely walk from the doorstep, although you may need to walk via Bluett Road in Seaview at high tide! There are a couple of cafes in Puckpool to take a rest and refreshments.
September 2019
Enjoyable walk
With the sea to look at and all the activity on it along the way it is a very enjoyable walk. When the tide is out you can shorten the walk by cutting across the beaches. If you walk along the paths you will pass a small nature reserve which can be visited by all, a couple of pubs, The Boathouse looked good, a cafe which we went in called The Dell and recreations. The area named Appley has a Coastal Foley and woods to walk through. The beach at Ryde is large and sandy, and Ryde has many places for refreshments after your walk. You can continue your walk along the pier, which is free for pedestrians. We estimated the distance to be a little over 2 miles, we took our time and enjoyed the views.
Nearby town
On the easterly side of the island, this small idyllic village overlooks the Solent and has three beaches to choose from. There's an eclectic assortment of shops including a gallery, boutique and local village community shop, supplying fresh daily produce. Lily's Cafe offers up a good coffee stop, call in to the Seaview Hotel for upmarket dining or try The Old Fort for views of the sea. And dogs are most welcome.
September 2021
Quaint little village by the sea
A lovely village with a yacht club, great sea views and pebbly/sandy beach. It is a nice walk to Ryde approx 2 miles along the coast. Only a handful of places to eat (London prices) and the volunteer run community shop is open part time only. Great for a few days with sea views bit quiet. You need to go in to Ryde or elsewhere for a convenience store or selection of places to eat.
Also nearby
A recently opened community shop offering local produce, newspapers, fresh fruit, veg and milk. It's ideally situated in the middle of Seaview and a great place to stock up. They are only open mornings until Easter and then will extend to all day until October.
May 2024
Community shop
We loved the shop and all the local produce. Great bread and cakes. Very friendly service.
May 2024
Seaview Community Shop
Really good to have this well stocked and friendly shop nearby with newspapers readily available.
April 2023
Fantastic community shop!
An absolute treasure trove selling everyday essentials and lots of special island treats. Very pleasant people running it.
April 2023
Great community shop
Well stocked with fresh bread and bakery items daily. Very helpful, polite staff. Nice to talk to local people who helped with advice on days out, beaches etc
April 2023
Friendly and sell stocked
Went in for one thing came out with 6 including beautiful local artist card plus a new beach spade and tasty sourdough bread!Very handy organised little shop and always a bonus when served with cheerful attitude.
July 2022
Well stocked shop right in the middle of Seaview
A community shop spread over three linked rooms.
A good selection of food and general necessities and also buckets, spades and crabbing lines.
June 2022
Gem of a shop
Everything you need for day to day catering. Wonderful
October 2021
Everything you need
If staying in Seaview please support this shop with its friendly staff.
February 2020
Wonderful.
Great selection. Lovely staff.
September 2019
Great choice
This shop was open at 2 set times during the day, and we were pleased to see it was open until 18.30 when we stayed in Sept. They have a great choice of local produce including dairy items, the milk and Greek yogurt we had was delicious. The fruit was fresh and good quality, plus on sale were various dry goods and newspapers. A great selection of items. We will use the shop again if we return to Seaview.
February 2018
Great Little Local Shop
A new community shop recently opened in the heart of the village. It offers fresh fruit and vegetables, milk, bread and other local produce. This is the perfect place to get provisions in Seaview and saves a trip to the supermarket in the car.
An Artisan coffee shop in the heart of Seaview just a short stroll away from the seafront. Enjoy homemade cakes, biscuits, panninis, salads and quiche. Pop in for a well earned snack if you are walking around the coast or spending the day of the beach.
September 2024
Disappointed
Didn't actually eat there.
Too late for breakfast that finished at 11.30, and lunch starts at 12 noon.
Make sure you time your visit!
May 2024
Lilys cafe Seaview
Small and with a limited cafe menu but excellent and very welcoming. Very convenient for 5 Sandpipers. Saturday evening pizzas were great value and very tasty
July 2022
Lovely cafe with friendly and helpful staff.
Cafe in the centre of Seaview, on a corner. It has indoor and outdoor seating and you can eat in or take out.
I enjoyed a very tasty breakfast here of scrambled eggs with bacon.
June 2022
Best coffee
Lovely food, friendly staff and the best "Flat white" ever!
June 2022
Wow this place is superb
Fantastic food. Breakfast, lunch just great.
June 2022
Amazing pizza’s
Would recommend getting the takeaway pizza’s!
July 2021
Great coffee
Lovely service, excellent coffee, fun cafe.
October 2019
Lily’s cafe
Delicious open wraps
June 2019
Perfect for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea
A proper local cafe that is open year round.
October 2018
Laughably Expensive
The owners have squashed in as much furniture and bric-a-brac as possible which makes for an uncomfortably 'cosy' ambience.
Although the fayre is good, it's not exceptional, the wait is long and the organisation is questionable. The prices charged would give one the impression that everything is gold plated. More realistic prices would lead to greater footfall and higher profits but then they'd have to get rid of some of the 'stuff' crammed in there and they'd have to organise themselves more effectively.
May 2017
Lovely spot
Located on the High Street, this eclectic cafe serves good coffee and a great variety of snacks and cakes baked fresh daily. It's a bit of a tardis and looks small from the outside but there's loads of seating to the rear.
A real gem in the Isle of Wight's crown, Seagrove Beach has a gently sloping sandy shore with rocky outcrops. An untamed stretch of coast, this safe-swimming beach is often quiet and provides a real haven of tranquility. Enjoying beautiful vistas, Seagrove Beach is a sight for sore eyes and there are toilets and a cafe for your convenience. The easiest access is via Seaview village, with a short walk from there. Dogs are welcome year-round.
July 2022
Perfect for a family gathering
Large sandy beach, with a very gradual slope down into the sea, so ideal for young and old alike.
Toilets nearby too.
One disadvantage is that there is no shade, so take a sun umbrella along.
March 2022
Beautiful Award-winning quiet beach
Around the corner from Seaview and leading onto Priory Bay. Sandy yet cornered by rock pool opportunities -Seagrove is a hidden gem. Easy parking from Solent View Road. This is a local's quiet spot!...
September 2021
A beauty
Excellent beach, great for walks in the morning and late evenings, what a sunrise
August 2018
Hidden gem
We booked a weeks holiday in a cottage in Seagrove and didn’t realise how amazing the beach was going to be. The water is clean and clear and as we had super hot weather most of the week we were able to swim and play in the water with our small grandchildren. There are lovely walks in both directions and the beach is safe and not too crowded. The children loved seeing the local horse riding school take their route along the beach.
This pub is slap bang in the middle of Bembridge village and is popular with locals and visitors alike. Parking is fine on the roads nearby. The menu is created using food locally sourced in the village so expect seasonal, fresh produce. Specials change daily and include fish fresh from the local harbour. A pizza oven is the latest addition so freshly made pizza is also on the menu.
October 2023
Old Village Inn
Really good pub with great staff. A constructive criticism would be that modifications and updating can sometimes detract from that old world pub character that we love. Still very good and highly recommended, but could be even better.
May 2022
Fabulous friendly staff
We used this pub several times as a large family group, with young children and baby. The landlord couldn’t have been more helpful and ensured everyone was happy. The chef was also willing to adapt meals to suit and the serving staff quick and efficient. A really great place to grab a meal.
March 2022
The Old Village Inn
Lovely atmosphere very welcoming and friendly, food was excellent perfect for us
August 2021
Old Village Inn
We visited this pub on our first night in Bembridge after booking in advance. Very friendly staff, child friendly menu, well located
July 2021
OVI
Staff really nice food is excellent but book in advance as it can get really busy
December 2019
Friendly local
Great friendly pub. Went a couple of times and the food was great, the staff were welcoming and the quiz was great fun. Really enjoyed our nights here and wish this was my local.
April 2019
Friendly, welcoming, something for everyone.
Fabulous find in the village centre. Wide and varied menu, catering for most dietary needs. Staff are incredible. We ate here twice in a row, but I have no doubt that if you were in the area for a week you wouldn't run out of options.
June 2017
Traditional village pub
I like it here. It's casual, frequented by locals (usually a good sign) and the food is pretty good for a village pub. The meat is from the local butchers and highly recommended.
Located in a comanding position In St Helens with views across the village green you can spend a relaxing evening sitting outside at a bistro table watching the local teams play cricket. A combination of activities take place each week in the pub with a quiz night on Wednesdays and live music to entertain you on Fridays and Saturdays. Food is served daily and offers a range of local dishes along with pizza for both eat in or take away. As with most places in the area, dogs are welcome.
May 2023
Restaurant
Excellent food
April 2022
Great pub on your doorstep
We went to The Vine several times during our stay, as we arrived, for Sunday lunch and Thursday evening. Food and service was brilliant, they welcomed our dog, who even had her own chicken breast cooked for Sunday lunch. Great activities in the Evening, bingo on a Thursday, live music on a friday and Easter activities for the children.
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