'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town.

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Woodside Lodge (and our dog, Gracie sunbathing!)

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

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Parking available
Pet-friendly
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Ryde

Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath
‪4 min drive‬
Ryde Pier Head Terminal
‪8 min drive‬
Ryde Beach
‪17 min drive‬
Bembridge (BBP)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Tastefully furnished, Woodside Lodge is one of two lodges set in the grounds of Arethusa Cottage, within Pig Leg Lane 'natural' nature reserve. It is secluded, but within walking distance to Ryde town and beach. Available to book all year round, it sleeps two in a double bedroom, with a large sofa bed for up to two extra guests in living area,.
The living space opens onto a gated private decking area with seating and gas BBQ. The lodge has a full kitchen and a modern wet room style bathroom with shower (no bath). Guests have use of owners garden with seating areas and a large pond with koi carp. Dogs welcome - walks in the nature reserve right on the doorstep or on the fields a few minutes walk away, plus Appley beach locally is dog friendly all year. Guests have use of an indoor heated swimming *pool, shared with guests at one other lodge. The immediate area is quiet although the Island Train Line runs a short distance away and the trains can be heard from the property (it's not a busy line though).
We offer trade rate ferry travel with both Wightlink and Red Funnel.
Both lodges offered with Arethusa Cottage Holiday Lodges - 'Woodside' and 'Monktonmead' - can be booked together for families or groups up to 10 people, discounted rate applies.

*Please note that the swimming pool will be closed for the winter 2025/26 season, re-opening for February half term 2026. A discount will be applied for bookings during this period.

Property manager

Sue Massingham

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Travel cot / highchair on request

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Additional pets by negotiation

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Groups of up to 10 people accommodated if Woodside Lodge booked together with Monktonmead Lodge.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ryde

Located in Ryde, this cabin is in a rural area and by the sea. Ryde Pier Head Terminal and Portsmouth International Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Gunwharf Quays. Travelling with kids? Consider Isle of Wight Steam Railway, or check out an event or a game at Fratton Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks.

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What's nearby

Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Ryde Pier Head Terminal - 8 min drive - 3.2 km
Isle of Wight Steam Railway - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
Ryde Beach - 17 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

Smallbrook Junction Station - 12 min walk
Southampton (SOU) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
‪S Fowler & Co - ‬19 min walk
‪Solent Inn - ‬20 min walk
‪Blacksheep Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪The Star Inn - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Woodside Lodge' with private indoor pool. Secluded location, near to Ryde town. located?

This family-friendly Ryde cabin is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath and Ryde Harbour. Ryde Beach and Appley Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). Smallbrook Junction Station is 12 minutes by foot and Ryde St John's Road Station is 13 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

10 Apr 2025

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Excellent

Three night stay at the end of March. Spotlessly clean, everything you need. Secluded location. Great hosts. Swimming pool very well maintained and warm. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

12 Mar 2025

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Secluded Hidden Treasure In The Woods

Absolutely a hidden gem calm, and beautiful setting and stunnng gardens

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

18 Nov 2024

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A Weekend on the Isle of Wight

Arethusa Cottage is a fabulous place to stay. Perfect location, great hosts and well equiped home. The swimming pool is a great addition.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

5 Oct 2024

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Perfect Getaway

This was our first stay at Arethusa Cottage Holiday Lodges and it will definitely not be our last. When we arrived both Sue and Paul put us at ease straight away and gave us a really warm and friendly greeting which proved the previous reviews we read before making our booking were spot on. They are a lovely couple and are very happy to help out at any time or equally happy just to let you get on and do your own thing. We stayed in Woodside Lodge as pets are also allowed to be accommodated in it which meant we could bring our small Jack Russell “Tilly” who settled in almost immediately. The location is absolutely perfect, it is at the end of a short unmade private lane which is on the very edge of a small nature area. This gives the site a lot of privacy and is very peaceful. It also meant it has near instant access to getting “Tilly” out for her walking/exercising when we needed which she really loved. We found Woodside Lodge is the ideal place for a couple with a pet to stay and is well worth giving it a try if they have availability. Overall we had a really great time staying here, so much so we have already booked a return visit in 2025. A very good point to note if you consider staying here is that we will again use Sue and Paul to book our ferry crossing and utilise their trade discount rates, you make a substantial saving compared to booking the crossing directly yourself. Jeff, Sue & “Tilly” Dorset

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

14 Sept 2024

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Arethusa lodge holiday stay

Sue and Paul were excellent hosts and made us really welcome. The lodge had everything we could need, spotlessly clean, super cosy and well equiped. The sqimming pool was a great bonus as was the lovely garden and wildlife pond.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

19 June 2024

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5 stars says it all

What an absolutely wonderful week we had staying at Woodside Lodge. For us, everything was 5 stars...the hosts, the lodge, the location, the pool. We cant thank our hosts enough for making our first trip to the IoW truly memorable. We'll be back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

13 May 2024

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Peaceful location, nature, pool and great hosts

A unique place. Close to a nature reserve, but also near to the town and places to visit. The pool is so warm and has a changing area. The owners helped me with my luggage when I arrived and when I left. At hand for any help. I couldn't have asked for more.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

10 Apr 2024

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Lovely stay at Woodside Lodge

We really enjoyed our short stay at Woodside Lodge. The lodge was very clean, well equipped and in a beautiful garden setting. We particularly loved seeing the red squirrels. Sue and Paul are super hosts; great communication throughout the booking process/prior to arrival and very welcoming. Our children loved the pool, especially with the added bonus of the inflatables! We will definitely be returning. Thank you Sue and Paul.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

21 Oct 2023

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Cosy lodge set in beautiful garden in tranquil setting

Very clean and cosy lodge with friendly hosts. Our dogs were made very welcome! Beautiful well kept garden with indoor swimming pool open to guests. Setting on the edge of Ryde with quick and easy access to both shops and countryside. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole D.

29 Apr 2023

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Amazing

Wonderful hosts, Sue & Paul couldn't do enough. Never intrusive but there if you needed them. Lodge spotless & very comfortable with everything you need plus more! Gardens beautiful, especially the pond (magical) & the pool was the cherry on top. Area fab for walking, right on the doorstep so no need to drive anywhere. Very dog friendly. Very peaceful with only the sound of birds. Also seen a few red squirrels in the garden! Will definitely return & would recommend to anyone 👌

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

31 Dec 2022

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Lovely, cosy lodge

We thoroughly enjoyed the lodge and the pool and everything was very clean and well looked after, lodge had everything we needed. Had a lovely time but felt it was a bit far from the beach and attractions unless you used your car. We had terrible weather but it looked like the surrounding walks & gardens would be great in the summer. Sue & Paul were lovely and very helpful and Gracie was a sweetheart.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T., West Berkshire

5 Nov 2022

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Tranquil retreat in beautiful surroundings

I had a wonderful few days staying at Woodside Lodge.. Paul and Sue were considerate, helpful, friendly hosts and I felt welcomed and immediately at home. Woodside Lodge was comfortable and very clean with all I could need for my stay. The garden is beautiful with a tranquil fish pond to retreat to and meditate by . There is also a private swimming pool which was wonderful. Arethusa Cottage is well situated to explore the island from. I walked miles every day and found some truly beautiful places. As a lone traveler I would highly recommend staying in this beautiful place with Paul and Sue as hosts . I could not have wanted for more.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

20 Oct 2022

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First class accommodation, gardens and surrounding area.

Peaceful oasis. The little touches made it a home from home with all sorts of essential items there on arrival, ie milk, coffee, tea etc even treats for the dog! Swimming pool and garden areas were amazing. Sue and Paul made us feel so welcome and we would highly recommend this accommodation for a great place to stay on the Island.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

5 Oct 2022

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Really great Stay With Sue and Paul

My partner and our little girl had a lovely stay with Sue and Paul. They were very accommodating and friendly. Our cabin was well presented and cosy. The garden was beautiful and relaxing and the swimming pool was the cherry on the cake. Such a lovely stay at a peaceful retreat just on the outskirts of Ryde. Couldn’t have asked for more and we will be sure to return. We even to see some red squirrels in the garden a few times! Just to top it off.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darren T.

4 Oct 2022

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Island Retreat

Have you seen the film, Misery? The main character in the film, Paul Sheldon, is an author that enjoys the solitude of a log cabin to finish his books. Peace, quiet and nature. But be assured, his number one fan, Annie Wilkes, is not in residence. Now I’m not suggesting that we were isolated, but at Arethusa Cottage (named after HMS Arethusa, a Crimean warship) peace, quiet and the sound of falling acorns (maybe hazelnuts too) hitting various outdoor structures were the norm. Sightings of red squirrels and an abundance of birds were viewable from the decking area as well as the lodge itself. Bats may also be seen as dusk greets the day’s end. We were greeted warmly on arrival by Sue, and Paul a little later, who promptly showed us around our lodge for the week. Clean, comfortable and presented well, this holiday let had everything we needed for our stay…and then some. The garden area is great. Well-manicured lawns overlooked by trees and shrubs invite you to explore further. At the bottom of the garden, there is another area, quite magical at night, that may contain fairies. Or even faeries. Let your imagination decide. And then, there is the swimming pool. A heated, indoor, swimming pool. I’m not the fittest of people (my jogging days are now a fading memory) but gentle exercise of this nature is a welcome start to the day. That is, when the smell of bacon cooking didn’t discourage me. Shared by only one other lodge, pool time can be enjoyed pretty much whenever you feel like it. Later in the week, we had the pleasure of meeting Gracie. Gracie likes to bound around and sniff things. Of course, Gracie is the family dog. I believe she is from Romania but I might have misheard the country of origin. Okay. So what did we take away from this experience? The owners are genuinely warm, welcoming people who could not have been more friendly. The lodge fitted our needs entirely without compromise. The location is down a private lane with no through traffic so there was plenty of quiet time, perfect for sitting outside, closing your eyes and listening to the local wildlife chirping, chattering and squabbling over food and territory. If we come back to the island in the future, without hesitation, we will be booking the same place again. We enjoyed our stay here.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

2 Oct 2022

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Highly recommended

We stayed in Woodside lodge this past week. What a beautiful oasis of calm! Sue and Paul are excellent hosts and really care. The lodge has everything you need, plus a few extra touches. The indoor pool is great too! They have loads of lights and fairy lights so sitting outside on an evening is wonderful. It’s so well thought out! So easy to get to many places on the island too either by foot or car. Well recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

30 June 2022

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Outstanding

A gorgeous, well equipped cabin set in a beautifully maintained garden which was peaceful, secluded and full of nature. Plus an indoor heated swimming pool. Couldn't ask for more. Sue , Paul John and Gracie were the perfect hosts. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

13 May 2022

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Such a lovely spot

We had an amazingly relaxed time at Arethusa Cottages. Absolutely everything it promises to be. Quiet and peaceful, private indoor pool is perfect and close enough to Ryde to walk in. Lots of lovely restaurants and easy drive to everything you need across the Isle of Wight. Would definately recommend it and I am sure that we will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie R., St Albans

9 May 2022

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Relaxing break with our dogs

On arrival we met sue & Paul our hosts, check in was straight forward and easy, we were shown everything, lovely chalet style cottage within perfectly manicured and beautiful gardens. With a hint of wild. We even saw a red squirrel ! Everything was well appointed, clean and everything was there we needed! We had our own enclosed decking area, which was perfect for us as we had our dogs with us! There is a nature reserve right outside the door, which suited us perfectly for early morning and evening walks. Shanklin and bembridge dog friendly beaches a short drive away, plus a huge tesco of you needed supplies! The swimming pool was Spotless and warm, a great addition to our stay! We relaxed and just did nothing, apart from venture out to different beaches! We used the ryde tandoori for a takeaway which was lovely! Sue and Paul have a lovely little dog called Gracie, she is super friendly and loved meeting us and our dogs too! Great stay, for couples or families as the other cottage opposite ours sleeps 6, while we stayed there was a hen party and they were lovely too! The ferry port is 15-20 mins away, red funnel ferries are great, they let us board early as we nipped across to west wittering in Chichester on our way home! Which is amazing for the dogs too! We will definitely return and already recommended to many friends and family. Thanks Sue & Paul ( and Gracie)

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Magda I.

22 Apr 2022

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Stunning place 👍

We really enjoyed our short stay at the Lodge. Everything was very tidy and clean. Amazing swimming pool! Thank you so much Sue and Paul for giving us such a wonderful and relaxing break. We highly recommend this place. Hope to return some time soon 😊

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart W.

2 Apr 2022

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Peaceful

Very helpful owners Very clean and tidy Tea coffee dog treats milk left by the owners for us Highly recommend to family and friends

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

29 Mar 2022

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Lovely stay

A wonderful quiet lodge set in a nature reserve with so many different birds and red squirrels. It gave us sisters time to reflect and enjoy our time together. Thanks to our hosts Sue and Paul for the lovely garden, pool and lodge

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark l.

14 Mar 2022

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Calming

We have just come back from a very relaxing, peaceful stay at Woodside lodge. It was so nice to see the different types of birds out of the window and also an appearance of a red squirrel. Nice grounds to walk along, a large Koi pond and heated pool. Really was a calming stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daryl M., Cowes

31 Jan 2022

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Relaxing winter break with pool!

Not long back from a relaxing 3 night stay at both Woodside and Monktonmead lodges. The lodges are comfortable, clean and well equip. The heated indoor pool is an amazing addition and because we booked both Lodges we had it all to ourselves! The gardens are really nice and relaxing with lots of nature and also a pond area with lots of fish. Sue and Paul are great hosts and we will be looking to book again in future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

John L.

27 Sept 2021

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Peaceful and secluded.

Would be happy to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sue Massingham

We (Sue and Paul) moved to Arethusa Cottage in early 2020, from our home in Surrey. The lodges in our grounds were already established as holiday lets and we were thrilled to be taking over the business. Our background is in the hospitality industry, but more recently working in a church (property management and caretaking), plus pet food delivery, dog sitting and dog walking! We have made a number of improvements to the lodges and grounds and we love running the business which is proving to be very busy. We have a tri-paw Romanian rescue dog - the island has loads of dog friendly places. We look forward to welcoming more guests (and their dogs) to the beautiful Isle of Wight.

Why they chose this property

Arethusa Cottage has a rich local history and the setting of the cottage and lodges is wonderful - secluded but within walking distance of the beach and Ryde town. Pig Leg Lane nature reserve (which is rough and non-landscaped) which surrounds the cottage and lodges means that the property is quiet but not isolated as the town is so nearby.

What makes this property unique

The indoor (heated) private pool is a real added bonus for these lodges and is available all year round for guests to enjoy. We get quite a lot of two generation families booking both lodges as the whole family can be together but have independence with their own space too.

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