Train holiday rentals in English Channel

We've had a lovely week in the train carriage. Long walks and days on the beaches, cream teas and great meals out. My teenage children even forgot about TV and Wifi and enjoyed lots of chess and board games, and star gazing after days out! If you want to switch off and have a relaxing week in a beautiful part of the Isle of Wight, this is the perfect stay. It's a little shabby chic, but full of charm and has everything you'll need - very cosy and lots of space for dogs to sniff and run around.

Lovely location and cosy home. Even in winter there was lots to do nearby and the train stayed nice and toasty with the fire! The hosts were very responsive and friendly. We would happily stay again!

St Austell's hidden gem! We are so pleased we stumbled upon this quirky, off grid stay nestled in the valley. My wife and I, our 3 children 3,4 and 6 and our dog Winnie all fitted comfortably into the carriage. The boys loved the bunk beds and our eldest took the twin room at the other end of the carriage. We had the double! The weather wasn't great so we had the little woodburner on its the morning and before bed, and the kids loved helping us build the fire. It was our first time using an eco loo, which is not for everyone but I loved it! Fantastic warm outdoor shower added an element of luxury to the stay. There was also a lot of open outdoor space which the kids loved cycling around on. Great opportunity to get the kids away from screens, and our eldest is now addicted to Uno! For us, the carriage was a great intro into off grid living and we found the experience good value for money. Thank you Chris & Jo! The Duseks.

Compact space which has been made very comfortable. The outside space is amazing. We had a lovely weekend.

The carriage was very private and the views across the fields were great. plenty of wood provided for the outside log burner, we really enjoyed watching the sun disappear as we sat around the fire. The table and chairs outside were perfect for breakfast in the sunshine. The bathroom was huge and just a couple of steps away. The heated towel rail is great too. We absolutely loved the outside bath and it was such a highlight to sit in the bath and look across the fields at the pheasants. We used the walking book provided and did a lovely walk around Lyme Regis, in parts that were quiet and not seen before. We totally loved staying and didn't want to leave. Would love to return again.

Very nice stay. Happened to meet Amy when we arrived and she was warm and friendly. Lovely little place with just what you need. Lots of storage under the bed with the microwave, hob etc underneath ready to be pulled out and used. Comfy bed. Slept me and my partner (we’re both 6ft tall) no problems. Nice cosy long weekend away with a fire to keep us warm.

This stay absolutely exceeded our expectations, it was exactly what we were looking for. The carriage and the bathroom were both renovated to a very high standard, there wasn’t one thing that could’ve been done better. The space has high fencing and is completely private, with an outdoor bathtub and nice decking area. It’s a little confusing to find, but Clara gave very clear instructions so we were able to find it easily. Contactless check-in and freedom to come and go as we please. Genuinely a perfect retreat.

We had a fabulous weekend at the Bolthole. Stunning location and beautiful walks from the door. The house was very cool and quirky which we loved. James was very responsive. Will hopefully return one day

We had the most wonderful and calming one night stay. From the moment we arrived the location was perfect and directions were extremely helpful. The carriage was decorated beautifully and the guide made it really helpful to find local amenities. We enjoyed the recommended walk, a recommended restaurant and had the best night sleep (being 8 months pregnant I slept like an absolute dream!) A peaceful stay in an idyllic setting. Fantastic accommodation, lovely hot tub and the little extras were noted. Would hugely recommend as a place to stay.

Compact space which has been made very comfortable. The outside space is amazing. We had a lovely weekend.

The carriage was very private and the views across the fields were great. plenty of wood provided for the outside log burner, we really enjoyed watching the sun disappear as we sat around the fire. The table and chairs outside were perfect for breakfast in the sunshine. The bathroom was huge and just a couple of steps away. The heated towel rail is great too. We absolutely loved the outside bath and it was such a highlight to sit in the bath and look across the fields at the pheasants. We used the walking book provided and did a lovely walk around Lyme Regis, in parts that were quiet and not seen before. We totally loved staying and didn't want to leave. Would love to return again.

Beautiful view and place + beautiful renovation. It's not easy to find when you arrive at night when you've never come, but it's the place by definition that is that way, not directly overlooking the road, and that's what we're looking for. We'll be back as soon as we can!

This stay absolutely exceeded our expectations, it was exactly what we were looking for. The carriage and the bathroom were both renovated to a very high standard, there wasn’t one thing that could’ve been done better. The space has high fencing and is completely private, with an outdoor bathtub and nice decking area. It’s a little confusing to find, but Clara gave very clear instructions so we were able to find it easily. Contactless check-in and freedom to come and go as we please. Genuinely a perfect retreat.

This is our second trip to Victoria's train carriages. My sister and I adore staying here with our kids. Victoria's place is fun, friendly, inviting and just so relaxing! The facilities and personal touches are so homely, the perfect place to shut off from everything and enjoy some time away! Thoughtful welcome treats greet you on your arrival and the kids always enjoy the selection of board games. We made use of the fantastic outdoor space this time around and also spent time on the beach, which is just a very short walk from the carriages. Thank you once again Victoria! We cannot wait to return!

Very nice stay. Happened to meet Amy when we arrived and she was warm and friendly. Lovely little place with just what you need. Lots of storage under the bed with the microwave, hob etc underneath ready to be pulled out and used. Comfy bed. Slept me and my partner (we’re both 6ft tall) no problems. Nice cosy long weekend away with a fire to keep us warm.