If you like stargazing, visiting the western parts of the Isle of Wight, and spending time with a loved one (or by yourself), The Snug is perfectly situated for all three. The Isle of Wight, on a clear night, is far enough away from light pollution to see the stars and the Milky Way. It's also perfect for spending a close evening with a loved one
Small but quant
Review submitted on Tue, 03 Sep 2024
3.7
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
3.0
Value
3.0
Customer Service
5.0
We had a lovely stay at the snug for a wedding which was helped by the good weather .
The snug itself is very small although efficient.
My only criticism would be no hooks to hang anything. Nowhere to put towels in the bathroom. There was absolutely nowhere to put our cases so we had them on the kitchen top or on the bed !
Not enough plugs . Luckily my hairdryer and straighteners had long leads . Nowhere to put a drink or book by the side of the bed just a little shelf would had been good .
Loved all the funky lights .
Would I stay there again ? Probably no because of lack of somewhere to sit comfortably and just no space
A gorgeous escape at our favourite family home from home
Review submitted on Fri, 23 Aug 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We had originally booked the wrong room type for our family size and the team at Tapnell especially Chloe, could not have been kinder and more helpful. We had an idyllic stay at The Snug, listening to the mice in the field, watching buzzards swoop and the super moon's arrival, all in the privacy of our own tiny house with all we could need for a somewhat "off the grid" night before we embarked on a big group holiday elsewhere on the island. We have stayed at Tom's Eco Lodge before in a Pod and loved it and will absolutely be back to try a different accommodation next year. We can't get enough!
Just what we needed - amazing stay
Review submitted on Sun, 28 Jul 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We had a beautiful stay for my partners 30th. We booked the snug just outside of summer holiday season and had a delightful two days. Firstly, the booking process was super easy, Tapnell team are very helpful and all extra activities are easy to book online, plus they helped decorate our place to surprise my partner. Once we arrived, the farm had everything we needed and more. Favourite activities: collecting fresh eggs each morning, creating a picnic with farm shop goods, archery lessons (not just for the kids), trail walk back to our private snug, quality dinner at the cow restaurant and playing games at the club house.
Things i wish I knew for next time: it gets very hot in the snug, especially on sunny days. Thankfully we bought a fan so we had one each(one is provided), but be aware there is no air con so shut the blinds and pray for a light breeze. (Maybe provide a bed sheet, as-well as a duvet during the summer months) Bring your insect repellent, I wanted to hang out in the evenings outside but wish I bought some mosquito repellent candles etc. maybe a farm shop product in the future? Farm stock is low for breakfast goods, I should have bit the bullet and purchased a hamper. The cow restaurant only has ice cream for dessert (nothing wrong with that) but definitely buy the s'mores kit before they close for the day at the farm shop if you have a sweet tooth and looking for something different.
We will definitely be back, looks like it's a place to go to all year round.
Lovely stay, beautiful scenery!
Review submitted on Tue, 09 Jul 2024
4.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer Service
5.0
Brilliant location, ideal for a couple of nights stay, tricky for longer due to lack of storage for belongings- no shelves and little space for clothing.
Bathroom is lacking a place to hang towels/clothes and only one tiny ‘shelf’ as part of a mirror. (No where to hang wet towels). Paying for the scenery rather than the venue.
A lovely stay at The Snug
Review submitted on Mon, 29 Apr 2024
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
4.0
Overall our stay at The Snug was lovely. We attended a wedding at East Afton Farmhouse so the location was great. We really appreciated being able to check in early - that made a big difference to our stay. When an item on the inventory was missing someone rectified this very quickly. All great. The only points we wanted to raise were that a raised or pathed pathway to the Snug might be something to think about for the future? As it poured with rain the grass walkway and the small stone one past the Piglets were flooded and we got very soggy feet! People that stay there may be coming for a wedding like us and therefore not necessarily prepared with wellies! I would also just add that 10am does feel very early to check out - particularly if we had only been able to check in at 4pm the night before. The final point was that in the guide there is a suggestion that the guests should remove bedding, take out bins and wash up etc. Whilst of course we would always leave any accommodation respectfully when you are charging guests hundreds of pounds for a stay I don't think this can be a reasonable part of the expectation.
A magical stay at Tapnell
Review submitted on Mon, 26 Feb 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We stayed in the Snug prior to the wedding showcase at East Afton Farmhouse. Even though there were guests nearby, it felt to private and lovely.
It had everything you’d want for a weekend getaway, we loved cooking on the barbecue and making breakfast in the small kitchen.
Wedding stay
Review submitted on Fri, 06 Oct 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Fab little stay, great to be so close to the farmhouse for the wedding, comfy and really very helpful that some milk is in the fridge on arrival. Is very "snug" but the clue is in the name. Would definitely recommend.
1970 revisited at The Snug
Review submitted on Sat, 23 Sep 2023
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Fun for us to stay on the actual site of the Isle of Wight Festival and recall memories of youthful abandon! This time we had a proper bed and creature comforts within the Snug. Once again, we were blessed with good weather and thoroughly enjoyed revisiting the island. Although our stay was remote from the Tapnell Farm complex, we took time to explore the activities on offer and have a meal at the Cow restaurant (yes, their burgers do live up to the hype). There are excellent facilities for children/families, well organised and staffed with friendly faces (we'll be recommending it for our own grandchildren).
It being the end of season, we were fortunate in having the area to ourselves, the nearby Piggeries being unoccupied during our stay. We can imagine that it would not be such an ideal location with holidaymakers from the Piggeries traipsing past back and forth to their toilet block next to the Snug.
The Snug lives up to its name, with space at a premium – had the bed (although undoubtedly a feat of metalwork) been built-in across the cabin, it would have afforded a few extra square feet of floorspace. The shower area could definitely have benefitted from hooks/pegs to hang towels/clothes. The switching of the bedside lights did not allow for independent use – a minor irritant. There's a fridge, kettle and toaster, otherwise cooking facilities are limited to a small microwave – unless the BBQ is put to use (firelighters and charcoal are thoughtfully provided). As we chose to eat out at the variety of pubs/restaurants/cafes on the island, the lack of a hob was not an issue for us.
All in all, the accommodation worked perfectly for us and we were delighted with our stay – many thanks to Chloe and the staff at Tapnells!
Wedding guest
Review submitted on Mon, 24 Jul 2023
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Stayed here for a friend's wedding and because we're not local anymore decided to stay here where the wedding was held , it was a shame it was only for 2 nights and the weather wasn't great either which is obviously no fault of the owners but as a base for a few nights to explore the island it would be ideal .
Holiday Haven
Review submitted on Fri, 21 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
The Snug is a holiday haven and offers a fantastic location for those who seek a retreat. Perfect for the solo traveler or a couple needing a getaway it has everything you need. Very highly recommended.
The snuggest snug
Review submitted on Mon, 17 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Top design, location and service The Snug is a fantastic spot for a cosy getaway or longer stay. Highly recommended.
Lovely, peaceful retreat!
Review submitted on Tue, 16 May 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
My husband and I were on the Isle of Wight for a wedding at East Afton Farmhouse and stayed at The Snug for two nights. It was perfectly located, exactly as advertised and really tidy and clean.
Tom, Chloe and the team sent super helpful instructions ahead of our stay including driving routes etc. and we were made to feel very welcome.
I was really impressed with the accommodation - the team had thought of everything that we needed for a self-catering stay (there were tea towels and kitchen roll!).
If I had any feedback, it would be for a few hooks to be put up in the bathroom for towels :)
Definitely recommend staying here
Overnight stay 030523
Review submitted on Mon, 15 May 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
The Snug is definitely “snug”, there is not a lot of room for two people, so I would travel light. That said I really enjoyed my overnight stay, the bed was extremely comfy, the little kitchen was well stocked, the shower was great. The views are fantastic. The customer service is fantastic.
Snug stay
Review submitted on Wed, 10 May 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We had a lovely stay at the Snug and a wonderful yummy breakfast hamper! Will definitely be back! Can't wait to try the aqua park.
Absolutely perfect!
Review submitted on Sun, 16 Apr 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
What a cracking little pad.
Very well kitted out, they have thought of everything. Very generously kitted out with coal, lighters, lovely milk, delicious cookies, the lot.
Such a great place and in a stunning location. We couldn’t be happier with our stay thank you. Amanda in the office was so helpful too. She was amazing. Thank you x x
Wedding Anniversary Stay
Review submitted on Wed, 12 Apr 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Very pleasant stay, lovely views, cosy, warm, dry and peaceful. If you're looking to get away from everything a lovely stay and also close to fab walks.
Perfect
Review submitted on Sun, 08 Jan 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We had our wedding at East Afton and stayed in the Snug for our wedding night.
It was the perfect escape, toasty warm even in the winter.
Great place for a getaway.
Ideal for youngsters
Review submitted on Fri, 25 Nov 2022
4.2
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
As the name suggests this accommodation is a little cramped, Ideal for one night stay but no longer as there is nowhere to hang clothes or put suitcases. There is also no hooks to hang coats or jackets. It is a little cramped. The bed was unusual and needs a bedside cabinet or shelf to put personal belongings on when going to bed. The string is really nice but we visited in very wet conditions on a very rainy and wet day. Kitchen facilities were fine and welcome pack was good.
Wedding stay
Review submitted on Mon, 10 Oct 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Our stay at the snug was excellent, perfect place to stay for a wedding at the farm. It had everything we needed and even with the colder weather it was still very comfortable and warm
Highly recommended
Review submitted on Wed, 05 Oct 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Excellent value for money. Easy check in and even easier check out. No hassle, no awkwardness just an easy stress free pleasant stay with all your essentials and extras. The only problem is we couldn’t stay longer. Deffo be back
