The Sun article
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Company Magazine
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http://www.company.co.uk/city-guide/priorybay |
Financial Times article
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http://www.ft.com/cms/s/2/626b6aca-9e54-11e0-8e61-00144feabdc0.html#axzz1W3Jb8Fkb |
The Guardian article
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http://www.guardian.co.uk/travel/2011/jul/29/glamping-britain-campsites-alastair-sawday |
Washington Post article 22.4.2011 |
“It’s the variety that’s so remarkable,” he says as we drive from Ryde to the ivy-covered Priory Bay Hotel along a winding, wooded road. More a country estate than an ordinary hotel, the Priory Bay seemed the most relaxing choice for my stay. I drop my bag, looking forward to walking its grounds and beach later in the day.
That evening, before dinner in the Priory Bay Hotel’s elegant, frescoed dining room, I walk along the beach, marveling at the many small stones of pale blue, pink and lavender and listening to the quiet lap of the water. Yes, there’s a lot of space to breathe on the Isle of Wight.
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"Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be invited to stay at a country house for the weekend as a guest? Now’s your chance to join the aristocracy and enjoy being a house guest! Priory Bay Hotel is a beautiful house standing in acres of land with its own private beach. The interior is stunning with comfortable sofas, a roaring fire, newspapers and magazines to read as well as a lovely snug bar for your favourite tipple. A Michelin starred chef heads up the kitchen and the food is an absolute triumph. The hotel is decorated to feel like you are in someone’s home so the bedrooms are informal and eclectic making this piece of paradise, a relaxed and perfect treat any time of year". |
House and Garden:
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“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.” |
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.” |
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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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 one of the of main reasons to visit Priory Bay. The menu is fresh with just a touch of the unusual…”
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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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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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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." |
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."
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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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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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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.” |
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.”
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www.ukparentslounge.com |
“Priory Bay Hotel is an elegant country house hotel that offers a warm welcome to families”
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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 |
Britain Planner |
"... the stunning Priory Bay hotel, a 70-acre country estate nestled atop a small valley overlooking the sea.”
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Psychologies Magazine |
“This Country House Hotel has all the ingredients for unwinding.”
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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”
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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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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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The Evening Standard |
" You don't have to get on a plane to find a little slice of paradise."
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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.”
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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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