The Pigsty is a lovely barn conversion in the countryside near Shorwell Village.
The open plan living-room with kitchen and dining area leads out onto the garden.
The well-equipped kitchen.
The spacious double bedroom overlooks the front garden area.
Treasure memories with your family, friends and your lovely dog!
Relax with your own enclosed garden area overlooking the grounds.
The bright twin bedroom.
Enjoy a truly relaxed holiday here.
The family bathroom.
The Pigsty is all on one floor.
Wake up to the beautiful countryside views.
There is private parking for two cars.
Welcome to The Pigsty.
The barns are based along an unmade track...
... which leads to the site on your right-hand side.
Take a short drive to many walking spots, across the cliffs along Brook, which also leads down to Compton Beach.
The Crown Inn is a short drive from The Pigsty.
Freshwater Bay is one of many of the beaches on offer on the west side of the Island.
The quiet village of Shorwell.
The Pigsty
45383.5 miles E of Brighstone | Sleeps 4 + cot*
7 Nights from £601
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
In an idylic setting the the village of Shorwell this pub offers traditional homemade food, real ales and a menu created using local produce. A log fire will keep you warm during winter and there's an outdoor play area in summer for children. Dogs are very welcome.
July 2024
Decent food
Be aware of restricted hours for food
Friendly pub with a good range of home cooked food
September 2023
Lovely pub
We had two very good meals at The Crown Inn. The food is very good with plenty of choice and the Specials were delicious. The staff are very efficient and sociable and it is very dog friendly there both inside and outside in the garden
Nearby beach
Situated at the bottom of a steep ravine, this beach is popular with anglers looking to fish for mackerel and bass. Access is via steps carved into the cliff and a rope so great care should be taken! It is possible to walk from Atherfield about two miles up the coast. Good for fossil hunting but watch the tide. Dogs are allowed and there is no lifeguard cover.
Nearby walk
Set off in a circle around a spot in the centre of the south of the island. It'll take a couple of hours but is dog friendly but the views are far reaching as you trek over hill and down dale. The National Trust has a free downloadable route on their website.
Nearby town
Come here for the quintessential cream tea holiday, with thatched rooftops and picnics on the village green. There are plenty of tearooms to sample homemade cakes or have a tipple in the tiny cider shop, before walking off the treats in this picturesque location.
August 2022
Great outing with the grandchildren
Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the model village. The gift shop there is very good and relieved the children of some of their holiday money for fairly priced knickknacks.
As we visited on a Monday some tea rooms were closed but we were pleasantly surprised at the quality and value of the food at the cafe in the car park.
September 2021
Walk to Godshill
Walked from the cottage to Godshill, it's a lovely walk and village to explore. We particularly enjoyed the Model Village. All dog friendly too.
July 2019
mrs s. c. gates
Lovely place, good Old World tea rooms lovely waitress
Did seem very quiet
Also nearby
This gem of a place is located centrally on the Island and offers a loving and forever home to donkeys. Open daily, entry is free and you can wander the site to say hello to over 100 donkeys and ponies. Dogs are welcome and Grazers Cafe offers refreshments. Donations to support the sanctuary are very welcome.
August 2024
Wonderful day out
A brilliant day out for the whole family. The experience packages are good value and make the visit extra special.
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.
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.
Set in the heart of the countryside, this pub has masses of parking, a huge kids play area, childrens menu and dogs are welcome. Three roaring log fires will keep you toasty in winter.
September 2021
Meal at The Chequers Inn
We had a lovely meal at The Chequers Inn, the server was excellent, the staff were very friendly and the food was amazing. Very dog friendly
June 2019
Best pub/restuarant we visited durring our stay.
Excellent food, good selection of beers and the friendliest staff you could wish to have serving you.
They made our border collie Mollie really welcome.
This pub is in a great location for walkers and cyclists on the southern most stretch of the island. With good food and a relaxed atmosphere be sure to pop in. There's a large outside seating area for warmer months. Dogs are welcome.
June 2021
Trevor Maycock
We ate several times at the 'mouse. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food is very good and the portions significant. A good food menu and selection of beers. Overall, excellent value for money and well staffed with good service even when busy.
July 2019
Mrs S Gates
Very nice pub good food and décor, friendly had two good meals in the pub
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