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The property looks out over Ryde's esplanade and harbour with views across the Solent. The Isle of Wight is blessed with miles of varied beaches to suit all tastes, from the so-called bucket and spade beaches of Shanklin, Sandown and Ventnor, to the delightfully unspoilt beaches of the South West of the Island. The Isle of Wight has some glorious countryside with spectacular views, as well as an unrivalled network of rights of way including cycle routes, footpaths and bridleways. Southampton Airport is approximately 54 km from the property. London Gatwick Airport is some 148 km away.||This distinctive and majestic Victorian building proudly looks out over Ryde's esplanade and harbour. Weddings and conferences are a speciality at the establishment, and the fully equipped Tudor room (one of 2 function rooms) can cater for up to 200 guests. The hotel comprises a total of 18 guest rooms and is non-smoking throughout. Facilities on offer include a lobby, a bar, a restaurant, Internet access and parking for those arriving by car.||The comfortable en-suite bedrooms each include a telephone, daily housekeeping, a television and tea and coffee making facilities. A shower, a bathtub, a double bed, a radio, Internet access and an iron and ironing board also come as standard.||The restaurant specialises in good, simple English food. The bar also serves delicious meals, together with traditional ales.||The property is just 2 minutes from the hovercraft and catamaran port, giving guests easy access to Portsmouth and Southsea (just 10 minutes away). Newport and Cowes are both a 15-minute drive from Ryde or can be easily reached with the local bus service.