| set in a low-rise building by the road, this relaxed, countryside pub with rooms is 2 miles from the needles chalk stacks and 4 miles from 16th-century yarmouth castle. there's a pub/restaurant with rustic wood floors and wainscoting, plus a menu of seafood and local fare. free breakfast is provided. . all also come with countryside views. the 3 simple, country-style rooms provide free wi-fi and tvs, as well as en suite bathrooms and tea and coffeemaking facilities. additional amenities include a garden with picnic benches and a patio with seating
Southampton Airport 1 hr 46
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Brisk beach backed by sandstone cliffs & grass downs drawing surfers, bathers & fossil-hunters. | 
