Isle of Wight Pearl
- 8 February 2025
Osborne House
Description
Osborne House – Queen Victoria’s Seaside Palace on the Isle of Wight
Osborne House, located in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, was the beloved holiday retreat of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Designed in the style of an Italian Renaissance palace, this stunning estate offers a glimpse into royal life during the 19th century. With its lavish interiors, extensive gardens, and private beach, Osborne House remains one of the most fascinating and picturesque attractions on the island.
Key Features of Osborne House:
🏛 Magnificent State Rooms – Explore the sumptuously decorated rooms where Queen Victoria entertained guests, including the opulent Durbar Room, inspired by Indian design.
🛏 Private Royal Apartments – See Victoria and Albert’s personal quarters, beautifully preserved with original furnishings and family mementos.
🌳 Extensive Gardens & Grounds – Stroll through the formal terraced gardens, walled gardens, and woodlands, all designed by Prince Albert himself.
🏖 Private Beach & Swiss Cottage – Visit the secluded royal beach, where the Queen bathed, and explore the charming Swiss Cottage, built for the royal children to learn gardening and household skills.
🎭 Live History & Exhibitions – Discover fascinating exhibitions about Victoria’s reign and occasional live history events bringing the past to life.
☕ Cafés & Gift Shops – Enjoy refreshments at the Orangery Restaurant or the Petty Officers’ Quarters Café, and browse unique souvenirs in the gift shop.
Accessibility & Dog Policy:
♿ Wheelchair Access – Osborne House is partially wheelchair accessible, with lifts to the ground and first floors of the house. The gardens, beach, and café are also accessible via step-free routes, and accessible toilets are available. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters can be hired on-site.
🐕 Dog Access – Dogs are allowed in the gardens and grounds but must be kept on a lead. However, they are not permitted inside Osborne House or the Swiss Cottage. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the site.
Why Visit Osborne House?
Osborne House offers a unique opportunity to step into the world of Queen Victoria, explore breathtaking gardens, and enjoy stunning sea views. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or just looking for a memorable day out, this royal retreat is a must-visit on the Isle of Wight.
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Osborne House, The Avenue, Osborne, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, PO32 6JZ, United Kingdom
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Absolutely loved our stay! Welcomed in with open arms! Beautiful quiet park, beautiful caravan with all the important cosy touches! Nice and warm and with all the kitchen essentials and even milk in the fridge! Toys and books aplenty for my daughter! Fleecy bedding and a cosy bed , cleaning products , hairdyer, iron , hoover, nice warm power shower , and a small bar with pool and dart board, a juke box and childrens arcade machines and a sunday roast to die for with every meat and side you could fit in! Will be booking again as soon as we can! Thank you wendy ,darrell and sue xxx
5 star stay at the island retreat. We enjoyed a weeks stay here and loved it. The caravan held more than the essential things, including a coffee machine, air fryer and TV. The oil heaters kept the caravan warm whilst we were out, so the caravan was always nice and cosy for us on return from days out. The caravan was clean and tidy and an easy check in and check out system.We also thought the welcome pack was a fab idea as we hadn’t yet done a food shop before we arrived so it was nice to have a hot brew after a long journey.There was so many things to do in the area in general but most importantly activities and walks were dog friendly so our gorgeous pup Ronnie enjoyed his holidays too. We could have definitely had another week here, we will be booking again.
5-Star Review for Isle of Wight Stays in SandownWe had an absolutely fantastic stay at the Isle of Wight Stays caravan in Sandown! From the moment we arrived, we felt right at home. The caravan was spotless, well-equipped, and very comfortable, with everything we needed for a relaxing break. The location is perfect, just a short walk to the beautiful Sandown Beach and close to the island’s main attractions – it made exploring so easy and enjoyable.We especially loved the outdoor deck area, which was ideal for enjoying our morning coffee or a quiet evening. The hosts were wonderful too – responsive, friendly, and thoughtful, even leaving a lovely welcome pack with some local treats!It’s a perfect spot for families, couples, or anyone looking to unwind by the sea. We’re already looking forward to booking our next stay. Highly recommend Isle of Wight Stays for a memorable, stress-free getaway! 🌊🌞
