Reef Apartments - Dory

Sandown is a traditional seaside resort where the beach dominates the landscape—miles of golden sand backed by a working pier with amusements and children's play areas. Reef Apartments - Dory sits on the third floor of a building that makes the most of this position, with views across the bay. The nearest pub is within a mile, and the esplanade holds everything from pitch and putt to the Isle of Wight Zoo.

The apartment is self-contained with three bedrooms (two with super king beds, one with singles), two bathrooms, and living space arranged across an open plan. A small kitchen has what you need to cook properly—electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The living area includes a TV and DVD player, and there's a Juliet balcony accessed from the dining space. Essentials like electricity, bed linen, towels and wifi are covered; a washing machine and dryer are on hand for longer stays. Parking is available on-road at an additional cost. The building requires 12 steps to reach the entrance, and there is no smoking inside.

From here, the wider island is accessible for day trips: The Needles with its chairlift and boat rides, Blackgang Chine, Osborne House, and villages like Godshill with thatched roofs. Shanklin Chine, a wooded gorge with streams and waterfalls, is also close by. The apartment sleeps six and suits families wanting both a comfortable base and easy reach of the attractions that define the Isle of Wight.