Seaview village

Seaview is known as one of the Island’s more upmarket villages and is the playground to politicians and celebrities during the summer months. With its interesting beaches and great views across the Solent to Portsmouth and West Sussex, its quirky shops, restaurants and pubs, there is plenty to Say Yes to in this little village.

There is a great adjoining beach at Seagrove Bay and at low tide you can walk round to St Helens.

And Seaview has some off-beat attractions such as a nearby award-winning distillery, its own nature reserve and a fantastic playpark a short walk away.

Things to do

Visit the Hersey Nature Reserve - here you can take a stroll around the wetlands, which provide a home to beautiful birds including herons, egrets, kingfishers and more.

Book a trip to the Isle of Wight Distillery at Pondwell. This Isle of Wight gin maker has become a big name in the spirits world and even featured in a Bond film. It makes three types of gin, a recently released spiced rum and a scrummy salt vodka.

Walk along the seafront from the village to nearby Puckpool Park, which is packed with great things to do, from tennis court and mini golf to an amazing children’s play area and a café for a cuppa and a cake.

Take your shoes off and let the sand get between your toes at Seagrove Bay, where you can paddle or swim, and enjoy a coffee while taking in the panoramic views.

Places to eat and drink

Seaview certainly punches above its weight for great places to grab a bite. From cafes and a deli to pubs and the Seaview Hotel there are loads of choices.

The Seaview Hotel’s crab ramekin is its signature dish and the hotel offers up-market Michelin Bib Gourmand dining at the Aquitania restaurant as well as great pub grub in its bar.

Along the seafront you will find The Old Fort, which has a growing reputation for pub food that is a cut above. Seafood is a big part of its menu.

And don’t forget The Boathouse gastro pub near Puckpool Park. Another great venue to watch the boats and ships as you dine.

Places to stay

Seaview has a huge choice of holiday cottages available to rent all year round. Classic Cottages, one of the Island's leading holiday cottage agencies, is based in the village and has many Seaview properties to rent, with a wider selection also available Island-wide.

The hotels in Seaview are historically some of the best known on the Isle of Wight, whilst there are also some great guesthouse options available locally. The Seaview Hotel offers a wide range of coastal accommodation situated just 50 yards from the sea.

If you would like your own self-catering space, how about Labrel Lodge in Springvale Road, a four bedroom property with stylish open-plan living space.

Alternatively, Elm Cottage, in Old Seaview Lane, is a modern yet cosy three-bedroom apartment.

If you have a big family gathering and want somewhere very special, then The Sea House will fit the bill perfectly. This five-bedroom seafront home sleeps 12 comfortably.

If you are struggling to find what you want in the Seaview area, contact Curated Spaces, a locally run accommodation agency.

Tourist information

Seaview doesn’t have its own Tourist Information Point but all the knowledge you need to gather can be found at the one in Ryde.

Getting there and getting around

Nearby Ryde, provides ferry links with the mainland thanks to Wightlink and Hovertravel and there are Island Line rail stations there too.

Southern Vectis number 8 buses serve the village as do The Island Coaster and Downs Breezer summer services.