| featuring views of the medieval carisbrooke castle, this quaint victorian-era pub with casual rooms is a 5-minute walk from tennyson trail and a minute's walk from the nearest bus station. the down-to-earth rooms offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs. a family room sleeps up to 5 people. bathrooms are private. the cosy pub offers country-style decor and a rustic fireplace, plus a terrace. breakfast is included. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Heathrow Airport 2 hr 36
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