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£32 Best Western New Holmwood Hotel


 Location Queen’s Road, Egypt Point, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 8BW t: 0844 683 1932 w: www.newholmwoodhotel.co.uk e: reception@newholmwoodhotel.co.uk


Situated on the water’s edge, the Best Western New Holmwood Hotel enjoys spectacular sea views and offers the perfect platform from which to watch the famous sunset off Egypt Point. The restaurant itself has quite the panorama too, privy to the movements of cruise liners, racing yachts, huge tankers and container ships.


Open: Mon-Sun noon-2pm, 7pm-9.30pm


The experienced kitchen team produce superb, freshly cooked cuisine using locally sourced produce where possible and are pleased to cater for any special requirements with prior notice. The well-stocked bar and extensive wine cellars ensure that you will find the right refreshment to complement your indulgent dining experience. Just as impressive as the views, the à la carte menu offers starters such as the mouth-watering pan-fried Dublin Bay king prawns with cherry tomato, garlic and tarragon butter. For your main course, the pork medallion dish with caramelised apple, wilted spinach and


peppercorn sauce is an excellent choice. Conclude with the ultimate dessert – date and pecan pudding with maple syrup and vanilla ice cream. The popular three-course Sunday luncheon, as well as the midweek carvery on selected Wednesdays, is certain to raise a smile.


For weddings, celebratory meals, family parties and functions, this one-of- a-kind establishment is a superb setting. Friendly, professional staff will do whatever it takes to make your stay the best it can be. Although open to non- residents for breakfast, lunch and dinner, there are 26 bedrooms to choose from for those looking to stay, with deluxe sea-facing rooms on offer, subject to availability. Enjoy the ideal getaway in the ideal location at Best Western New Holmwood Hotel.


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£25 The Chequers Inn


 Location Niton Road, Rookley, Isle of Wight, PO38 3NZ t: 0844 683 1943 w: www.chequersinn-iow.co.uk e: richard@chequersinn-iow.co.uk


Open: Mon-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 11.45am-10.30pm


In the centre of the Island, just three miles south of Newport, the rural village of Rookley is home to The Chequers Inn. This 18th-Century former customs house is now a CAMRA-recommended establishment due to its fine selection of premier ales and boasts a great reputation for thoroughly traditional cuisine, utilising local produce. While salads, jacket potatoes and sandwiches are certainly not to be overlooked, the three-course dining experience is something else entirely. As well as keeping their own Aberdeen Angus herd – the 16oz T-bone steak is simply delicious – Richard and Sue also rear lamb on the surrounding land. Other notable dishes include oven-baked trout, the mighty Chequers burger and the rather luxurious Isle of Wight pork chop. The chefs are extremely accommodating and will cater for any dietary requirements.


The Chequers Inn has many a string to its bow, organising walks around the local area and offering an independent bar for functions. What’s more, if making your way home seems far too much of a Herculean task after your evening feast, why not stay the night in one of the luxury en-suite rooms, complete with free Wi-Fi and breakfast service? With a good amount of parking available, a large garden and children’s play area, it’s ideal for families. As far as free houses go on the Isle of Wight, this one is up there with the best of them.


92 Isle of Wight Guide 2012 News • Reviews • Latest Offers


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