Little Chert

Surfers, ramblers and retro buffs alike will love this 70s bolthole, originally built as a guest annex to the neighbouring modernist house, Chert. 

It’s true to its roots and filled with retro interiors, from the original turquoise formica bathroom and quirky mosaics, to the slick wall bed that unfolds into the open-plan lounge, dining and bedroom area.  It really feels like a step back in time. 

Catch the waves at nearby surfing beaches on the southern coastline or take a walk to balmy Ventnor town; it takes about half an hour. This Victorian town has a lovely atmosphere, with a vibrant arts scene and lots of independent cafes, bars and restaurants. If you want to venture a little further, you can drive from one end of the island to the other in under an hour and discover its stunning beaches, dinosaur history and natural spectacle, The Needles. 

Little Chert and Chert, which sleeps four guests, can be booked together.

Heating: Electric radiator heating included.

Parking: There is car parking for one car on the roadway.

Garden: A small open plan garden with lawn area and rockery.

Utilities/electricals: The washing machine and tumble dryer are a combined washer/dryer.

Telephone/signal: Mobile phone reception can be poor.

Offers: Guests will have free access (during opening hours) to all Isle of Wight National Trust properties. Please take your holiday confirmation invoice as proof of eligibility to gain entry.

Please note: There is an open pond at Chert, the adjacent property.

Ferries: We recommend that if you are travelling to the Isle of Wight, you should book the ferries early due to the high demand for popular crossing times at busy times of the year including holiday periods. There are currently three options available depending on your preferred route:

1) Wightlink Ferries - www.wightlink.co.uk - National Trust Holidays guests receive a 25% discount with Wightlink ferries between Lymington and Yarmouth, Portsmouth and Fishbourne and the catamaran between Portsmouth and Ryde (foot passenger service only). The discount is applied once you have selected the crossing times in Wightlink's booking system.

2) Red Funnel Ferries - www.redfunnel.co.uk - National Trust Holidays guests receive a 25% discount between Southampton and East Cowes in Red Funnel's booking system. The terms and conditions applicable to bookings made through this special arrangement via National Trust (Isle of Wight) are those relating to “Saver Fares”. By booking with Red Funnel, you are agreeing to be bound by their terms and conditions, as available on the Red Funnel website.

3) Hovertravel - www.hovertravel.co.uk – foot passenger hovercraft service only from Portsmouth to Ryde.