Haviland Cottage | Luxury Dog Friendly Isle of Wight | Dog Snug

Cottage Details

When You Arrive Park in your two dedicated off-road spaces, just 15 yards from the entrance. Your holiday begins as you enter through the wooden gate in the high stone wall, leading into a private courtyard. The Entrance Porch is large and welcoming, featuring Italian limestone floors and underfloor heating—the perfect "airlock" for arrival.

The Dog Snug (The "Paw-suite") The most important room in the house! This tiled "den" features a day bed, plush dog beds, and its own Smart TV and DVD player. It even has an ensuite shower room, making it the perfect place to rinse off sandy paws after a trip to Ventnor beach.

The Kitchen & Dining Hub A social masterpiece. The air-conditioned kitchen features a Rangemaster oven, American-style fridge-freezer, and high-end Sage appliances. It leads into a stunning conservatory dining room with a marble-topped table and French doors opening directly onto the courtyard and hot tub area.

The Lounge An elegant, spacious room with large Chesterfield sofas, underfloor heating, and an electric "flame effect" stove. It features a Smart TV with Sky channels, plus an extensive library of books, DVDs, and board games for the whole family.

The Bedrooms

• Master Suite: King-size bed with ViSpring mattress and lovely garden views.

• Four-Poster Room: A grand, character-filled room with a King-size four-poster bed.

• The Double: A beautifully furnished room with a private ensuite shower room.

• The Garden Bedroom (Ground Floor): A single bedroom with a ViSpring mattress and direct access to the rear garden—ideal for guests who prefer to avoid stairs.

• There is also a main bathroom with a shower over the bath upstairs

Gardens & Jacuzzi The 3/4 acre grounds are split into a flat front garden (with a secure ornamental pond) and a tiered rear garden. The 6-seater Jacuzzi is a highlight, featuring massage jets, mood lighting, and Bluetooth speakers. Multiple terraces provide sun or shade throughout the day.

What we provide for your Pack

• The "Snug" Experience: Dedicated dog bedroom with TV and private shower.

• Doggy Welcome: A special welcome basket for your furry friends.

• The Essentials: Dog towels, watering station, and moveable dog beds.

• The "No-Go" Zones: We simply ask that dogs stay on the ground floor and off the furniture (the Snug is so comfy they won't mind!).

Please Note:

Haviland Cottage is a no smoking property

Dogs are very welcome everywhere downstairs, especially in their own special room (the Dog Snug) but we do ask that dogs remain downstairs in the property

Up to 3 dogs are welcome but if you have a bigger pack, please do contact Gail

🌊 Haviland Cottage Frequently Asked Questions

Is the garden really secure for "escape artists"? Yes. The garden is 3/4 of an acre and is almost entirely enclosed by 10ft high stone walls. Alan’s own Schnauzers have tested it extensively! The rear garden is on multiple levels, which provides great mental stimulation for dogs while keeping them safely contained.  For total security the front garden is the one with 10 feet stone walls and totally secure.   We recommend that you check the rear garden with your dog first.

What is the "Dog Snug"? It is a dedicated "bedroom" for your dogs! It features underfloor heating, a TV, a day bed, and an ensuite shower room. It allows your dogs to have their own calm space to settle while you relax in the lounge.

Can dogs go on the beach nearby? Bonchurch Shore and Ventnor beach are within easy walking distance. While some areas have seasonal restrictions, there are vast stretches of the coastal path and the nearby Downs that are off-lead heaven all year round.

How do we get the dogs to the Island? Both Red Funnel and Wightlink are incredibly dog-friendly. You can keep them in the car or take them up to the dedicated "Pet Friendly" lounges on board. It’s a very easy 1-hour crossing!

Is there a shop or pub nearby? Yes! The lovely Bonchurch Inn and a handy local shop are both within easy walking distance. You can leave the car in your private space and enjoy the village life.

🎩 A Little Bit of "Great Expectations" History

Is it true the cottage has a famous history? It certainly is! Haviland Cottage isn't just a beautiful retreat; it has a fascinating connection to literary history. The cottage was once part of the estate owned by Margaret Catherine Dick, the woman widely believed to be the real-life inspiration for Charles Dickens' Miss Havisham.

Margaret was famously jilted at the altar in 1860 and, much like the character in Great Expectations, she spent the rest of her life as a recluse within the high stone walls of the estate. While our guests are here for a much happier occasion, those same 10ft walls that once provided her with privacy now provide our "Pack Members" (and their reactive dogs) with the ultimate secluded sanctuary! You can read the full story in the Daily Mail here.