The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts

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The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts provides a snack bar/deli and more.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen

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About the area

Located in Freshwater, The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts is near the beach. Hurst Castle and The Needles Battery are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Needles Landmark Attraction and Tapnell Farm Park. Lymington Sea Water Baths and Lymington Health and Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Freshwater travel guide
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Fort Warden Rd, Freshwater, Freshwater, England, PO39 0DA

What's nearby

  • A cannon in a brick fort overlooking a body of water.
    Fort Victoria Country Park
    7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • A serene forest with a calm river reflecting the trees.
    New Forest National Park
    50 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Colwell Bay Beach
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Totland Bay Beach
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Golden Hill Fort Country Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Yarmouth Station
    13 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    92 min drive

Restaurants

  • Captain's Cabin
    4 min walk
  • The Beach House
    55 min drive
  • The Freshwater Coffee House
    16 min walk
  • The Piano Cafe
    4 min drive
  • The Waterfront
    13 min walk

About this property

The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts

  • Upscale hotel
  • The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts provides a snack bar/deli and more.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All 50 rooms have comforts, such as separate dining areas.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers
    • Separate dining areas, kitchens and fridges

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from December 11 until February 10.

Is The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 45.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Colwell Bay Beach, Totland Bay Beach and Golden Hill Fort Country Park. Fort Victoria Country Park and The Needles Battery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Bay Colwell by Away Resorts Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 106 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and well presented accommodation. site was lovely and peaceful with only a short walk to the sea front, will deferentially return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an excellent stay . Very clean and comfortable accommodation. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and hot tub was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The cottage needed extra cleaning when we arrived, but staff were fantastic to try and help. Some of the furniture was tired for a cottage claiming to be a luxury accommodation. But the hot tub, pool, staff and colwell bay made the trip lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes room very clean and staff great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place to stay.

Excellent stay in very pleasant accommodation in a lovely area. Superb walking and the beach within very easy reach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing, with Hot Tub.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great short break

Just so relaxing great area near to all amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Really great spot so close to the beach and walk to the local pub/restaurant. Pool on site looked great though I didn't use. Everything I needed in my cottage with lovely bonus of a hot tub after a long walk. Got there by public transport and didn't need a car as bus stop right near the entrance.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Very clean, comfortable and well equipped. Hot tub was amazing. Nice quiet part of the island
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location. Beautiful beach. Well appointed bungalow
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay in a luxury cottage. It was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. The hot tub was an added bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The cottage was new clean and very comfortable with outside patio furniture and very accessible to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spotless and in really good condition. Had everything you needed with a nice outdoor slace. Wasnt a surprise as we had already read that there is zero internet. But this is a real shame in this day and age. Not sure how practical it would be, but would have been nice to purchase basic items like bread and milk. No a show stopper as there is a Tesco only 5min drive. Overall would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Away Resorts ,Colwell Bay

Our cottage was very clean and the dinner table laid out for four ,bed was a little on the hard side but didn't stop me sleeping, everything was spotless very helpful check in staff, not far to the beach with private gated entrance ,overall a good place to stay ,our second visit and probably not our last
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Autumn break

Warm comfortable and hot tub was checked daily.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

IOW wedding 2025

Came to the island for a wedding with 2 other friends. The location was perfect and the hot tub was a great addition. Would definitely recommend and 100% would stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb stay

We got moved from freshwater to Rookley lakes prior to our stay due to a required repair, Rookley lakes was Superb !! Clean , modern and convenient very friendly staff. Was given a free night and bottle of Prosecco!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So nice

The cottage was beautiful, much better than i expected being dog friendly you very often get the lower end of the quality but this was exceptional. Cant wait for next December when we come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent for a short break

The bungalow was very well equipped and modern. The doggie welcome pack was a very nice touch. We liked the convenience of access to the beach and the little garden made looking after our pet very convenient. We were easy driving distance to the places we wanted to visit on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The stay on the whole was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a slight issue with the back door in regard to the locking but this was only a minor inconvenience. We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Although the resort was clean and had excellent activities for children. Gate was missing from patio area of the lodge leading out onto the road, with hard gavel standings on the lodge outside area so not suitable for young children.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible location and hottubs

Loved the appartments and hot tub! Amazing location too. On the downside there was water leaking on the floor when you stepped on a certain panel. Also the checkout is very early and checkin very late. I sent a question about the late checkin but didn’t receive a response.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Some areas in 3 rooms had mould also the toilet brush was absolutely disgusting so cleaning standards need improving Staff at reception were great and rectified the toilet brush issue also no shop or bar/restaurant onsite
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Pleasant

It’s a really lovely chalet arrangement. Staff are friendly and welcoming. There was no Wi-Fi in the chalet and the cleanliness average but not as well equipped as we are use to. Just a few extra wouldn’t go unnoticed such as a couple of blankets a couple of extra glasses and cutlery maybe. But to finish on a positive the Hot tub was well maintained as well as the pool an overall nice place to stay close to the beach and many other attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025