Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard

This luxury estate offers total exclusivity where even your canine companions are encouraged to forage amongst the vines.

https://www.pinkmeadestate.co.uk

Werrar Lane, Newport, PO30 5TU Get directions

Nearest station: Haven Street Station (6.2 miles).

Private tours

Self-guided tours

Tasting room

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Winery on site

Walking trail

Disabled access

Hosts weddings

Organic or sustainable

Open year-round

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What's the vibe

Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard offers a tranquil and beautiful retreat, providing a luxurious yet laid-back escape on the Isle of Wight. This private, dog-friendly estate blends stunning waterfront views and abundant nature with thoughtfully designed interiors, allowing guests to truly immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings.

Visiting information

Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard operates as a private, luxury self-catering accommodation, offering total exclusivity to guests in residence. It is not open to the general public for walk-in visits or tastings.
Accommodation: The estate features a lodge with three bedrooms, a spacious living room, and a fully equipped kitchen, comfortably sleeping up to six adults.Tours & Activities (for guests): Guests booking a residency can enjoy a complimentary tour of the vineyard and the estate's beekeeping operation. The estate provides amenities such as Pendleton bicycles, paddleboards, canoes, and an electric golf buggy for exploring the 24-acre grounds and River Medina. Wellness activities like yoga and massage treatments can be arranged on-site for guests.
Special Events: Pinkmead Estate is licensed to host dog-friendly weddings for up to 100+ guests during the spring, summer, and autumn months.
Dining: There is no public restaurant on site. The accommodation includes a well-equipped kitchen, and private dining experiences with local chefs can be arranged. Guests also have access to an outdoor wood-burning pizza oven and barbecue.

Open Year-Round: The accommodation is available for booking throughout the year.

Pets & Children: The estate is exceptionally dog-friendly, welcoming furry companions to roam freely. Children of all ages are welcome, though those with very young, mobile children should be mindful of the waterfront location.

The Wine

Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard produces English sparkling, white, and rosé wines. While specific wine awards were not found, the estate's own gin has received recognition, including being highly commended as Best International Coastal Gin and a Global Finalist for Best Coastal Gin and Best Contemporary Gin at The Gin Guide Awards 2025.

The vineyard is committed to sustainable practices, aiming to produce organic and biodynamic wines with a "no nasties" approach, avoiding pesticides. They utilize minimal intervention in their viticulture and plan to use pressed grape skins as a by-product for a skincare range, showcasing their dedication to a sustainable, closed-loop system. Pinkmead Estate has its own winery, having conducted on-site pressing as of the 2023 harvest.

Getting here

Address: Pinkmead, Werrar Lane, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5TU.

By Car: The estate is accessed via a rural farm track. Drivers are advised that low-slung sports cars may find the uneven surface challenging. The Isle of Wight is accessible by car ferry from Southampton, Portsmouth, and Lymington.

By Public Transport: The Isle of Wight does not have a comprehensive train network; Newport, the nearest town, does not have a train station. Access to the island is primarily by ferry from the mainland. From the ferry ports (e.g., Cowes or Fishbourne), you can take a bus to Newport. A taxi from Cowes to Pinkmead Estate takes approximately 15-20 minutes, covering a distance of around 3-4 miles.

What's nearby

There are several attractions, restaurants, and hotels of note on the Isle of Wight that visitors to Pinkmead Estate & Vineyard might enjoy.
Notable Restaurants:
The Smoking Lobster, Cowes: Known for its Pan-Asian seafood cuisine.
The Hut, Colwell Bay: Features stunning views over the Western Solent and has been featured on television.
Notable Hotels:
The Royal Hotel, Ventnor: A historic 4-silver-star hotel offering renowned service and fine dining.
Haven Hall, Shanklin: A luxurious country house hotel overlooking the sea.
Notable Attractions:
Osborne House: Queen Victoria's former seaside residence, offering a glimpse into royal life.
The Needles Landmark Attraction: Iconic chalk stacks and a lighthouse, with family-friendly activities nearby.