Aug 2010 |
House and Garden:
“Five of England’s best seaside hotels” |
“The hotel is set in 70 acres between Bembridge and Seaview, with a woodland path leading to its own east-facing beach. There are 18 rooms in the main building, plus two tithe barns sleeping six each, and several self-catering cottages and houses.
The two restaurants: the Regency Island Room, with murals copied from nineteenth-century George Brannon prints and the informal Priory Oyster. Work up an appetite with a game of golf, tennis or croquet, or by swimming, beachcombing or sailing.”
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July 2010 |
At Home Magazine |
“If you can’t decide between getting married in a country house or by the sea, you can choose both! Situated between Bembridge and Seaview, two of the Isle of Wight’s premier sailing resorts, the Priory Bay Hotel has a stunning location and is still very accessible from the mainland, being just two and a half hours from London. The country house, affords spectacular views of the bay, beautiful gardens and delightful woodland walks.” |
July 2010
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OK Magazine USA |
"Nicole Kidman and Hugh Laurie have both relaxed at the Priory Bay Hotel, a historic manor house turned luxury coastal retreat near Seaview (priorybay.co.uk)".....Link to article here
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September 2009
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Yours Magazine |
"The Isle of Wight has become renowned as a top foodie destination. The Priory Bay Hotel near Seaview is a must to celebrate anniversaries or special occassions. The six-course Tasting Menu includes numerous seasonal island specialities".....Link to article here
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August 2009
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Mail On Sunday |
"Carlos is promoting his new menu with an emphasis on using the best available local, seasonal produce".....Link to article here
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August 2009 |
Lussorian |
"To stay at The Priory Bay Hotel is to feel like privileged guests of a country house party. As well as the beach and tennis courts, there’s a six-hole golf course, so there’s plenty to entertain you during the day, as well as fine dining at night." |
August 2009 |
Daily Express |
“An old country house in spacious grounds, Priory Bay has large, comfortable rooms outbuildings offering family accommodation, a pool and a private beach. Food is on the of main reasons to visit Priory Bay. The menu is fresh with just a touch of the unusual…” Full article here or here
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July 2009 |
Daily Express |
"I enjoyed the comfort and elegance of a Country House Hotel, swam in their pool, strolled along their beach, swam again in their sea, gorged myself in their restaurant... Nothing can be better than Priory Bay on the Isle of Wight on a sunny weekend." Full article here
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June 2009 |
In London |
“Whether you choose to play at being Robinson Crusoe on the beach, take a dip in the outdoor pool, indulge in holistic therapy treatments, walk the 6-hole golf course or simply relax with a sun-downer on the lawn, a visit to Priory Bay manages to leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and ready for the world again” Full article here (pdf)
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June 2009 |
Island Life |
“With a location that is unrivalled on the Island – nestled atop a small valley overlooking the
tranquil bay – guests and diners at Priory Bay can enjoy what has to be one of life’s simple pleasures, al-fresco dining" Full article here
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June 2009 |
Daily Mail Travel Mail |
“Priory Bay is not so much a seaside hotel as a coastal estate, with ancient ruins, a swimming pool, a small golf course, a Gertrude Jekyll garden and various rambling outbuildings and cottages.”
“Suddenly, we were in a world of our own. It (the hotel) does not just overlook Priory Bay: it owns it, sandy beach and all.”
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June 2009 |
Britain Planner |
“The Isle of Wight may only be a short hop across the Solent from the Hampshire coast but the moment you step off the ferry (it's the only way to get there), it feels as if the mainland is a million miles away.”
Full article here (pdf)
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May 2009 |
www.ukparentslounge.com |
“Priory Bay Hotel is an elegant country house hotel that offers a warm welcome to families”
Full article here
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May 2009 |
Evening Standard |
The Priory Oyster, a terrific restaurant attached to the Priory Bay Hotel." This article was also available in the Conde Naste Traveller, June 2009. Full article here |
Spring 2009 |
Britain Planner |
"... the stunning Priory Bay hotel, a 70-acre country estate nestled atop a small valley overlooking the sea.”
Full article here (pdf)
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Feb 2009 |
Psychologies Magazine |
“This Country House Hotel has all the ingredients for unwinding.”
Full article here (pdf)
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Feb 2009 |
CLA Magazine |
“In addition to superb food, the lure of a private one-and-a-half-mile stretch of sandy beach appeals to many guests, whether for wedding celebrations, private parties or simply good old bucket-and-spade fun”
Full article here
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Nov 2008 |
BBC Olive Magazine |
"..when you want to explore, this spectacular hotel is set in 70 acres of coastal garden, complete with a private beach, six-hole golf course and tennis courts so you'll be spoilt for choice."Full article here
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Nov 2008 |
Telegraph Luxury |
“Set within wooded and landscaped grounds leading down to a beautiful private beach, Priory Bay Hotel was originally a medieval priory with Tudor and Georgian additions.”Full article here
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Aug 2008 |
The Evening Standard |
" You don't have to get on a plane to find a little slice of paradise."
Full article here
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July 2002 |
The Observer |
“A hotel set in 70 acres of land overlooking a private beach. And scrap all notions of Isle of Wight beach boarding houses, this is altogether a better class of establishment.”
Full article here
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Nov 2001 |
The New York Times |
“It offers the elegance and luxury associated with country house hotels in Britain, but without the stuffiness. A private beach, about three-quarters of a mile long, creates an informal atmosphere, and barefoot guests are encouraged to feel at home in the public rooms…”Full article here
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