The Mission

• Sleeps: 8
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 2
• Minimum stay: 2 nights

It stands to reason that The Mission is situated in an designated Area of Outstanding Beauty – Blythe Shute on the south coast of the Isle of Wight, to be exact.

This glorious pet-friendly ‘tin tabernacle’ sleeps up to eight people in four bedrooms (a ninth guest can be accommodated in the main living space if needed), harmoniously blending with its beautiful surroundings. In other words, your scene is perfectly set for an original and characterful break, full of amazing coastal scenery and lush countryside that’s just perfect for walking, whether you’re off to explore the local area or the local pubs!

Built in 1899, this unique living space is just bursting with history, and its vibrantly colourful conversion has remained carefully true to the building’s traditions and character. Each room features its very own special flourishes of vintage style and eccentric imagination – for example, how many places have you stayed before where the luxurious sunken bath was originally a baptismal font?

Two funky mezzanine bedrooms – one boasting a four-poster kingsize bed – inhabit the roof space, and downstairs you’ll be greeted by a double height living area with an abundance of plush, comfy furnishing and vintage décor that’s just perfect for any congregation.

There’s a record player with a large selection of vinyl, games and jigsaws for rainy days, table football and a 55” Smart TV with a Wii console for competitive types and gamers alike… along with the hugest woodburning stove you’ll have ever seen!

Towards the back, the kitchen and dining area is charmingly vintage in style, yet packed with all the contemporary cookware and baking equipment you could wish for… you’ll be tying on your pinny in no time to whip up a teatime feast fit for the vicar.

Stroll over to the large and luxurious bathroom with its aforementioned bath in place of the original font, just perfect for contemplating the joys of life whilst relaxing with your favourite bathtime elixir.

At a glance

• Converted ‘tin tabernacle’ on the Isle of Wight, sleeps 8 people in 4 bedrooms, 2 doubles, 1 double/twin and 2 singles.
• There is an additional day bed in the living space, for a 9th guest if needed.
• Easily accessible by road, with private off-road parking for 2 cars.
• All linen and towels provided.
• Central heating throughout, with logs provided for the wood burner.
• Superfast Wi-Fi enabled, with TV/DVD player and iPod dock.
• The famous cliffs are a five-minute walk away, and the local pub (which is dog and child-friendly!) is within a couple of minutes’ easy walk.

Features

• Dog Friendly
• Family Friendly
• Large Groups
• Seaside Breaks

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The building’s quaint Sunday school-style annexe features one twin or superking room and another twin room. There’s also a piping hot shower to soothe all those aching, well-walked muscles.

Take a wander outside, where you’ll find a decked courtyard area with plenty of outdoor-ready seating, perfect for those late and lazy al fresco nights, accompanied by a barbecue feast and a glass of something heavenly! There’s a grassed area that’s perfect for the kids to play on, along with an enchanted tree seat, and a little summer house with imaginatively comfy and colourful décor inspired by balmy Indian summers.

There’s a lot to get your teeth into in the surrounding area, from the seasonal menus at the nearby Wight Mouse pub, to the magical theme park Blackgang Chine with its variety of attractions and late seasonal illuminations. Oh, and not forgetting the endless array of scenic walking trails – perhaps you could even time your visit for the late October Walking Festival.

So come along and join The Mission…with its deliciously homely and vintage chic feel throughout you’ll soon be feeling reborn!

Things to note

No smoking permitted, deposit required at time of booking, minimum 2 night stays required. Pets permitted at a surcharge per stay – refer to the Mission’s website for T&Cs.