Winterbourne Country House (Shortlist*)

Review

In tranquil sea-facing gardens 2 miles E of Ventnor: traditionally furnished B&B owned by Michael Sharrock, house where Dickens wrote David Copperfield. Andrew Eccott and Andy Harper are the managers. 2 lounges, breakfast room, snug; classical background music. Garden: swimming pool, terrace, stream, private path to small beach. 7 bedrooms. B&B £55--£95 per person