1¼ acres on gravelly soil. Part glorious views across croquet lawn over Newtown Creek and Solent, leading through wildflower meadow to hidden water lily pond, secluded lawn and woodland walk. Part walled garden protected from westerlies with mixed borders, leading to terraced sunken garden with ornamental pool and pavilion, planted with exotics, tender shrubs and herbaceous perennials.
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1¼ acres on gravelly soil. Part glorious views across croquet lawn over Newtown Creek and Solent, leading through wildflower meadow to hidden water lily pond, secluded lawn and woodland walk. Part walled garden protected from westerlies with mixed borders, leading to terraced sunken garden with ornamental pool and pavilion, planted with exotics, tender shrubs and herbaceous perennials.
Croquet, plant sales and excellent tea and cake.
Crab Cottage,
Shalfleet,
Isle of Wight,
PO30 4NE
Directions to Crab Cottage
At New Inn, Shalfleet, turn into Mill Rd. Continue 400yds to end of metalled road, drive onto unmade road through open NT gates. After 100yds pass Crab Cottage on L. Park opp on grass.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from May to September.
Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.
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Read morePayment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.
Yes, coaches are accepted at Crab Cottage. Please get in touch with the owners for details.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Crab Cottage. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.
There are no plants for sale for the time being.
Yes, one or more routes at Crab Cottage are accessible to wheelchair users.
Crab Cottage is not explicitly a wildlife garden, but you may still find various indigenous flora and fauna.
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