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Middle Lodge

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 881 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Ryde, Isle of Wight
  • Ryde Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Ryde Pier Head Terminal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bembridge (BBP)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Middle Lodge

This impressive 19th century lodge is made up of three floors and positioned within a private garden. The outside space stretches beyond the garden, with Appley Park on the doorstep adding an extra 27 acres of beautiful parkland for guests to explore, it backs on to Appley beach, which has views across the water towards the mainland. The stone mullions and architectural details honour the history of the building, whilst the interior is tastefully decorated, including all the creature comforts needed in modern life. The fully equipped kitchen on the ground floor has a breakfast bar for those on the go but for more formal meals, a large dining area is just off the kitchen. The large, comfy sofas in the lounge are perfect for relaxing on after a day of holiday activities, perhaps watching the wall mounted TV or enjoying a post dinner coffee. The snug on the lower ground floor provides the younger guests with a designated space to play, simply watch TV or challenge each other on the games console!
Three light and airy bedrooms are located on the first floor, two of which have decorative fireplaces, and all have access to the main bathroom on this floor, which has a large corner bath and overhead shower. The fourth bedroom is located on the lower ground floor, next to the snug and has use of a shower room. Outside the mature garden includes a charming terrace with table and chairs. There are some superb restaurants on the island, but on those balmy sunny evenings, this private garden offers the perfect place for al fresco dining. Alternatively, you could embrace the British custom of local fish n chips on the seafront, only moments away!

THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US.

LOCATION:

Middle Lodge offers a retreat from day-to-day life, but within easy reach of amenities, should you wish to use them. A fifteen-minute walk west and you will reach Ryde, which has a good selection of individual shops, restaurants, bars and tea rooms, as well as a wide, sandy beach. The promenade offers traditional
attractions, including fun fair rides and ten-pin bowling, whilst more active visitors can enjoy a variety of water sports, such as canoeing and swimming, in both the sea and the local pool.

Although the island is renowned for its warm, sunny climate, plenty of the attractions can be enjoyed throughout the year. Explore the quaint villages, indulge in cream teas and local produce, discover the inventive ways to use garlic at The Garlic Farm and restaurant, take the plunge at the Tapnell Farm Aqua Park, explore the rides and grounds at Robin Hill Adventure Park, broaden your knowledge at the museums and historic sites – or fall in love with the adorable animals at one of the dedicated animal centres, like the Donkey or Wildheart Animal Sanctuaries. Alternatively step into the world of Queen Victoria by visiting her Italian inspired holiday home Osborne House, designed by her beloved husband Prince Albert or enjoy the individual charms offered at Carisbrooke Mill or Quarr Abbey. Perhaps a day simply fishing, surfing or walking the coastal path, exploring the magical Shanklin Chine or Ventnor Botanical Gardens is more up your street.

Finally, don’t forget that there is often an event or festival to factor into your holiday agenda, such as the famous Isle of Wight Festival, Cowes Week, the Walking Festival, which encompasses the whole island and the Classic Car Extravaganza, held annually in Ryde.

ACCOMMODATION:

LOWER GROUND FLOOR
Bedroom 4: king size bed, bedside tables and large wardrobe
Snug: large wall mounted TV and games console
Shower room: shower, toilet, hand basin and heated towel rail
Utility cupboard: washing machine, vacuum cleaner, iron and board
Conservatory: tiled floor, dining table and chairs and access to the garden


GROUND FLOOR
Kitchen: Smeg range cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster and breakfast bar
Lounge: large sofas, TV/Blu Ray player, books and games
Dining area: dining table and chairs, adjacent to bay window seat


FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1: super king bed, bedside table and hanging rails
Bedroom 2: king size bed, chest of drawers and shelf storage
Bedroom 3: twin beds and bedside tables
Bathroom: corner bath, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail

OUTSIDE
Extensive garden, including paved terrace with exterior furniture
Conservatory with table and chairs, with additional patio area in front
Off-road parking for 3 cars to the side of the property

ADDITIONAL CHARGES / SERVICES:

PLEASE NOTE: a pre-authorised, refundable, security deposit of £200 will be required before arrival at the property. No money will be taken, unless any damage is reported at the property within 14 days of your departure.

There is no electric car charger on site and guests are prohibited from using the mains electric in the property to charge a car, unless agreed prior with the owner of the property. If it becomes apparent a car is being charged without approval, then the guest may be charged an additional amount to cover the extra cost.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

The Island Holiday Company are responsible for the full management of this property and should you need to contact us during your stay we are available between 9-5 Monday to Friday, We also operate an out of hours emergency service on the weekends - please refer to your property brochure left inside the property, for further information and contact details.

No stag or hen parties are permitted at any of our properties.

There is a strict no smoking/vaping policy, inside all our properties.

No pets are allowed at this property.

Linens and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels and cot linen as necessary.

Please be respectful of the property and the neighbours during your stay; leaving the property as you found it on your arrival.

A breach of the above rules and guidelines could mean forfeiture of the Security Deposit.

THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US.

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-23:45

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

About the area

Ryde

Located in Ryde, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. Isle of Wight Steam Railway and Isle of Wight Steam Railway are also worth visiting.
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Ryde, Isle of Wight

What's nearby

  • Appley Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ryde Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ryde Pier Head Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fishbourne Car And Passenger Terminal - 9 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Ryde St John's Road Station - 15 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ryde Pier Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Solent Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Apothecary - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Middle Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Middle Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Middle Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Middle Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Appley Beach, Ryde Beach and Isle Of Wight Coastal Footpath. Ryde Harbour and Ryde Pier Head Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km). Ryde St John's Road Station is 15 minutes by foot and Ryde Hoverport is 18 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely beautiful house and garden, and such a relaxing experience
Absolutely beautiful house and garden, and such a relaxing experience. Could have easily spent the whole holiday just enjoying the house! Waking up to see the red squirrels frolicking in the trees outside the bedroom window was magical. Perfect location for easy access to beach and shops etc for those non-car drivers. The Island Holiday Company were a delight and super helpful too.
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Beautiful house
This house is an absolute gem and we really enjoyed our time here. The setting, location, car parking were perfect. Very quiet and short walk to the beach. The kitchen was well equipped. Let us know if this house is ever going on sale We traveled with my parents who are in their mid 70’s. The sofa furniture in the living room are not comfortable and to low for the elderly generation.
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8/10 Good

Steve

Perfect location
This is a perfect location for the quiet end of ryde with a great beach. The management team were very quick to respond. The house has great features but is slightly damp and tired.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Family Fun
We stayed at Middle Lodge 6adults 3 children last week for my significant birthday! The house enabled us to share making special memories. We had researched the house and although it didn’t tick all of our boxes the setting was amazing . Nestled at the edge of ancient woodland (red squirrels in abundance) . It enabled us to as families 2 adults +2 children in basement, another family on 1st floor plus us grandparents . The ground floor with living, dining and kitchen open plan enabled us to enjoy each others company without feeling anyone was missing out . Bedding and towels fabulous. The house is warm , inviting and has everything needed to have an enjoyable holiday . Very well resourced. Instructions on how to flush loo as it doesn’t always stop flushing and instructions re dishwasher which maybe isn’t fit for purpose. The new windows made it cosy and warm . Just a thought about upstairs front bedroom the window opens out the whole width and with bed so close to it a child could get onto the wide sills and fall through . I know there was unfinished work re windows so perhaps they hadn’t fitted the safety catches . Not sure about other upstair windows
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

September stay at Middle Lodge
We (two grandparents, daughter and son-in-law, six-month-old and almost-two-year-old, together with their lovely nanny) had a wonderful stay at Middle Lodge. We are cooks, and the kitchen was the best-equipped of our many rental accommodations over the past decade. Comfortable beds, generous fluffy towels, lovely sitting room and plenty of room to dine inside and out. It was a brief walk to the waterfront, town and municipal swimming pool, with plenty of small playgrounds. We also had a really great meal at Catch, a mere 5 minute from the Lodge. We would recommend it highly. It would have been good if we could have turned down the kitchen lights, since the options seemed to be either off or extremely bright.
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful lodge in the middle of a park , 1 minute walk to beach
Beautiful lodge in the middle of a park , 1 minute walk to beach. Overall very clean and very high class linen and towels. Felt very private and secluded. Gardens are very well maintained and spacious to relaxdine outside. Kitchen is large and very well equipped. Good selection of games / dvds and books. Lodge felt very spacious even with 8 people. We will definitely be returning.
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10/10 Excellent

Middle Lodge
Lovely property and location. The IOW is a wonderful place to get away with great views and beaches in addition to pubs and places to eat.
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8/10 Good

Olly F.

Great Getaway in Ryde
Middle Lodge is a great getaway for a group or large family. Its really lived up to the description in every way and was very well supplied with everything that you could need to have a great stay. It's cosy, clean, tucked away and exactly what we were looking for a late Autumn getaway. We stayed there with friends for 4 nights and loved the place so much that we changed our plans so that we stayed in 2 nights as it was so lovely. Although the weather wasn't our friend I can imagine it would be great in the Summer too with outdoor seating in the lovely gardens for 8-10. It's location at the edge of Appley park is a bonus too. The red Squirrel as your neighbor is an extra perk. As good was the Island Holiday Company who we booked it through. They were brilliant throughout the process and even sorted our Ferry for us. I know the property features on a number of sites but I would really recommend using this local company. The website is easy as is the communication with them.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect location for family gathering
This is our second stay in Middle Lodge. It’s perfect for our annual family get together. The property from the outside & the gardens have the wow factor and it has everything you need for a comfortable stay inside. Beds are very comfortable and linen is spotlessly clean. There’s plenty of room so groups can split off & do their own thing. The play room, puzzles, books & dvds are a great addition in case of bad weather. Location is fabulous, tucked away from the main road but walking distance to the beach & local shops. Would definitely recommend to anyone needing a larger property for a stay on the Island.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing property perfect for family and friends trip
Great property, right next to the beach, with some great food options near by… would recommend for families and small groups. Customer service from the island holiday company was great as well. Very helpful
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8/10 Good

Juliet H.

Perfect for an Appley Beach holiday
Middle Lodge is a perfect location for stunning Appley beach, being only a short walk along a lane. The kitchen was a well equipped, the house is generally comfortable, comfy beds and fluffy towels. The stairs are very steep and so this is for the nimble only!

10/10 Excellent

Rosie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous gem of a property
We stayed at Middle Lodge for a week. Two adults with a group of 17 year old boys. The proximity to the sandy beach of Ryde and the grass fields were important. The boys could do their own thing and walk into Ryde town for further entertainment. The house was so well done up, clean and welcoming. I would only make two very small comments - a) the downstairs loo button got stuck each time the loo was flushed and needed a good wiggle to stop the water running, and b) a chair in each bedroom to put clothes on would have been appreciated. We will definitely stay at this property again. We come every year to the IOW and this was the best property yet. Best wishes and thanks, Rosie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

David C.

A lovely house in an excellent location
A lovely house in an excellent location with very little that could be done to improve it further - except perhaps remove the shutters downstairs which tend to make the rooms darker than they should be - but that is I suppose a matter of individual taste.
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10/10 Excellent

Few days of vacation
The Middle Lodge is a very nice and clean place to stay. Everything you need there. Is a palce to come back again.
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8/10 Good

Cheryl M.

Family holiday house
Pluses: great location, lovely garden, well equipped Minuses: damp and musty smelling bedrooms in basement. Silverfish in the bed!! Snug smelled dreadful. Upstairs shower either too hot or too cold. Problems with downstairs loo. Very steep stairs to basement rooms. Damp obvious in crumbling skirting boards. Sofa stylish but very uncomfortable. Could be a fabulous place if issues dealt with.
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10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Great house in perfect location to enjoy the island
We went as a family holiday with 3 small children and our parents and had plenty of space for all. A high chair and travelcot provided made it much easier and the location right next to the park and beach was perfect for spending sunny afternoons down there. It seems to be a great location for exploring the island we did a few trips to local attractions and all were short journeys. Would definitely recommend staying easily walkable to Ryde and a short hop to Tesco for any essentials you might need.
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10/10 Excellent

A week in April 2022
Middle Lodge is an ideal house for a family holiday, very near the lovely beach at Ryde and surrounded by a park and a lovely garden. We were 8, 6 adults and 2 children. It is well equipped and the beds are comfortable with good linen and towels. We had a problem with the shower in the upstairs bathroom to which the company responded very quickly. Unfortunately the part required to make it work didn't arrive in time for our stay so we only had one shower between us all. The owner made a concession to us for the loss of this facility. The bath takes quite a while to fill but we were on holiday so no great problem there. All in all it is a great base from which to explore the island.

10/10 Excellent

lee m.

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Great stay
Property was great - well equipped. Nice and clean, very comfortable rooms and beds! Great location - easy walking down to the beach front at Ryde and along to shops, amusements, restaurants. The Island Holiday Company were very helpful. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in good location
Well-equipped comfortable property in a good location. Lovely garden, complete with red squirrels! Very close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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8/10 Good

Greg C.

spacious accommodation in a secluded spot
Lovely spacious property located on the edge of a public park. Views out onto a secluded and well landscaped Garden. Plenty of room to relax and all the amenities available for an enjoyable stay. Plenty of Games, Books, Puzzles, DVD's and Playstation games to keep everyone occupied. Only criticism was that the internal stairs to the bedrooms are quite steep and would not be suitable for all.
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10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Festival fun- beats a yurt by a country mile
Wonderful location and excellent facilities. Beds were particularly comfortable and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay
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8/10 Good

Leanne C.

Great location, few issues in house
Great location, close to beach and short walk to town centre. Ground and top floor are good although shower did not work for week we were there. Lower ground floor smells musty and is damp. Not pleasant for people staying in those bedrooms. Can only recommend for parties of 6

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