Ryde holiday apartment "Strand House"

We stayed in the garden flat with our two sons (1 & 3 years old). The flat felt very safe for them to be in and was well equipped. The only downside was a small kitchen, but it had everything we needed to make breakfasts and a few simple dinners.

The location is fantastic. A great beach on your doorstep, a swimming pool, boating lake and children's paddling pool all within 10 mins walk away. Other resorts on the island had steep hills to climb for these facilities and pebble beaches. There was a great restaurant called the Ryde castle just along the road - 2 main courses for under £10, vegetarian food, a children's menu and a toddlers menu! Who needs a huge kitchen when these bargains are to be had!!

The property was immaculate and having a washer/dryer was a godsend! The two sofas had seen better days, but were clean and gave the place a homely feel!

The owners were really friendly and helpful - both on the phone prior to our stay and in person whilst we were there.

Ryde is a lovely town - a nice high street with unusual shops, the second longest pier in the UK, a hoverport, some good restaurants and a clean sandy beach. I would definately recommend ryde and the garden flat at strand house to family and friends!