The Botanical gardens in Ventnor are a

Ventnor Haven. Provides safe Mooring for small craft

Ventnor Cascade. Delightful watergardens between the TownCentre and the Esplanade

...Where the beauties of heaven unfold by the sea

Ventnors Sheltered sandy beach is a 'Sun Trap' and one of the sunniest place on the island, an obvious attraction to our guests, and the Troubadour is the obvious choice being only a 5 minute walk away.But

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there is so much more to Ventnor than just the beach.Walk around the town and the buildings, mostly Victorian but some older, quickly tell  you to Ventnor has a history. Pop into the Ventnor Heritage Musuem in the town centre or the Longshoremans Museum on the sea frontfor a fascinating insight into the towns past.Wander along to the Botanical

Gardens, housed in the grounds of the old hospital, it is a must for all Garden lovers and plant enthusiasts alike. The mild winter climate allows many subtropical  plants to grow oudoors all the year round. Stroll around the gardens, visit the Temperate house  where there are plants for sale,and don't forget the visitor centre and shop.
For walkers and cyclists Ventnor is a paradise! The costal path that circles the island passes along the seafront and from theretake a walk heading west up onto the cliff tops towards St Lawrence or east past Bonchurch and through the woods towards Shanklin. Either way you will find impressive scenery. Or take the walk up to St Boniface down where there are impressive views across the island. On a clear day it is

possible to see Southampton on the mainland. For a  longer  walk try the 'Stenbury Trail' a 10 mile route passing through some of the Islands most beautiful villages to the capital, Newport. Cyclists can pick up the 'Sunshine Trail' at Wroxall just 2 miles from Ventnor an enjoy a fascinating and varied circular tour. Just one of many marked cycle routes on the island.  Other attractions include, Isle of Wight glass, The Donkey Sanctury, Appledurcombe House, Blackgang Chine, a favorite with children, are just a short drive or bus ride away. Venture further afield and you will find a wealth of interest for everyone. Historical homes,

castles, A Zoo plus other animal parks and sancturys, Fun parks for the children plus much much more. With approximatly 65 miles of coastline a wealth of beaches from safe bathing with lifeguards to secluded coves and everthing in between. A lot is packed into a small island and remember nothing is very far away. Come, enjoy and relax !