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The Bay Colwell

3.5 star property
Freshwater hotel with indoor pool

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Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Superior Beach House 2 Bedroom
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Superior Beach House 2 Bedroom | Living area
Escape to The Bay Colwell, where the warm atmosphere and inviting amenities come together. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or indulge in a refreshing snack from the deli. With an indoor pool and coffee/tea in the lobby, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Near the beach
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
Feel at home
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Bath or shower
  • Flat-screen TV

Room options

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In-room dining

4 Berth Luxury Cottage Pet Free

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room dining

4 Berth Luxury Cottage Hot Tub Pet Free

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room dining

4 Berth Luxury Cottage (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room dining

4 Berth Cottage Hot Tub Pet Friendly

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room dining

6 Berth Luxury Cottage Hot Tub Pet Free

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Bed sheets

Beach Lodge 4 Berth (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Bed sheets

Beach Lodge 4 Berth Pet Free

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room dining

6 Berth Luxury Cottage Hot Tub (Pet)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Fort Warden Rd, Freshwater, Freshwater, England, PO39 0DA

What's nearby

  • Colwell Bay Beach - 5 min walk
  • Totland Bay Beach - 10 min walk
  • Hurst Castle - 4 min drive
  • The Needles Landmark Attraction - 4 min drive
  • Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 92 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 116 min drive
  • Yarmouth Station - 5 min drive
  • Smallbrook Junction Station - 27 min drive
  • Sandown Brading Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪End of the Line Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Highdown Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smugglers Inn - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Yarmouth Harbour - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Off the Rails - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Bay Colwell

The Bay Colwell puts you within a 10-minute drive of Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal. An indoor pool and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Facilities

  • An indoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Towels are available for an extra charge (or guests may bring their own)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 11 December to 10 February:
  • Swimming pool

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 60.00 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

The Bay Colwell
The Bay Colwell Hotel
The Bay Colwell Freshwater
The Bay Colwell Hotel Freshwater

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bay Colwell offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Bay Colwell does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Bay Colwell?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Bay Colwell?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 60.00 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Bay Colwell?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bay Colwell?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Bay Colwell and nearby?

The Bay Colwell has an indoor pool.

Does The Bay Colwell have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a toaster, cookware and a fridge.

What's the area around The Bay Colwell like?

The Bay Colwell is a short 5-minute walk from Colwell Bay Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Totland Bay Beach.

The Bay Colwell Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great property in a great location.
The property was very spacious with two good size bedrooms and a good amount of storage space for clothes etc. The kitchen is well appointed with oven, microwave and a large fridge/freezer. There are 4 sets of plates, bowls, glasses and cutlery. The living room was spacious but the seating is limited with a small sofa and one separate chair other than the 4 dining chairs. We also had a hot tub which was checked twice daily by the site staff and was set at a good temperature. Overall this is a great property in a great location near to the bay and a short drive from the Needles.
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The stay on the whole was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a slight issue with the back door in regard to the locking but this was only a minor inconvenience. We will be back again.
Tom, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We just arrived home after a four night stay here and couldn’t say a bad word about the place! From the greeting at guest services, to locating our cottage and sadly having to check out; the whole stay was excellent. We had cottage 8 with a hot tub, it was incredibly quiet despite other cottages seemingly occupied around us. The place was immaculate and although we have a dog and booked this due to being dog friendly, others have also had their dogs there but there was no evidence of this. It is in a great location with some really good eateries around; especially The Cow! Warren Farm towards the needles is also excellent, with incredible cakes and expertly made coffee. If I had to find a negative, it would be the mosquitoes, but the venue cannot legislate for this and is no fault of theirs. Be sure to pack washing up liquid/dishwasher tabs, hand wash and toilet rolls.. Everything else is on hand!
J, 4-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Jenny, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Some areas in 3 rooms had mould also the toilet brush was absolutely disgusting so cleaning standards need improving Staff at reception were great and rectified the toilet brush issue also no shop or bar/restaurant onsite
3-night trip
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6/10 Good

We’ve stayed at The Bay before and had a great time. Unfortunately, this stay was not as nice. The floors were incredibly dirty - not ideal with an 8 month old who wanted to crawl around. The blinds in the bathroom were thick with dust. Some of the furniture was stained. Additionally, there was no hand soap provided which you’d assume was an essential item! Whilst it is a great location and has some great amenities (pool, soft play etc), cleanliness let it down massively and this is not something that can be overlooked, especially with a baby.
Hannah, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely place to stay.
Excellent stay in very pleasant accommodation in a lovely area. Superb walking and the beach within very easy reach.
William, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Darren, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Weekend break
Great stay, reasonable price. Hot tub water smelt a bit odd but I think they treated the water during our stay as it improved.
Charlotte, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely stay in a luxury cottage. It was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. The hot tub was an added bonus.
Dominic, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So nice
The cottage was beautiful, much better than i expected being dog friendly you very often get the lower end of the quality but this was exceptional. Cant wait for next December when we come back.
Michaela, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, lush accommodation, didn't want to leave, definitely coming back
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it very clean and tidy. Would stay again. We are booking for next year
Claire, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent for a short break
The bungalow was very well equipped and modern. The doggie welcome pack was a very nice touch. We liked the convenience of access to the beach and the little garden made looking after our pet very convenient. We were easy driving distance to the places we wanted to visit on the island.
David, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Autumn break
Warm comfortable and hot tub was checked daily.
duane, 4-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Impressed by the service
Excellent service from every one of the Away Resorts staff that we met.
Steve, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Raimonda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Just a small thing of hitting my head on the light fitting in the two single bedroom . A little on the low side.
Jonathan, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Superb location. Beautiful beach. Well appointed bungalow
david, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Nice break
The cottage had was lovely although broken shower head and leaking hose. Without a car this place is a long bus ride to get to the middle and east side of the island. At least an hour each way. The place is dog friendly and each morning we were woken up by yapping dogs that never seemed to stop. My partner made use of the pool which he loved. There is a path to the beach via a coded gate but we were given the wrong code at check-in. Overall it was a nice place to stay and the cottage was kitted out with everything you'd need.
Gavin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Darren, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Superb stay
We got moved from freshwater to Rookley lakes prior to our stay due to a required repair, Rookley lakes was Superb !! Clean , modern and convenient very friendly staff. Was given a free night and bottle of Prosecco!
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible location and hottubs
Loved the appartments and hot tub! Amazing location too. On the downside there was water leaking on the floor when you stepped on a certain panel. Also the checkout is very early and checkin very late. I sent a question about the late checkin but didn’t receive a response.
Thomas, 2-night family trip
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