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Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Shanklin

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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Shanklin, ENG
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪75 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Shanklin

Seaside stay .At this cottage, you'll be steps from Shanklin Theatre and Shanklin Chine. Shanklin Old Village and Rylstone Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Old Village - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Shanklin Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Shanklin Chine - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shanklin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ventnor Beach - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 11 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falcon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fishermans Cottage - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Village Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crab Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Steamer Inn - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!

Refurbished. Safer Stays - Specialised Anti Viral cleaning before check in - Contactless check in and check out. DISCOUNTED ferry rates available upon booking.

Stoneydowns is a beautiful stone cottage in the heart of the charming Old Village in Shanklin. Dating back to 1824 the cottage offers a wealth of character but with all the modern conveniences required for a relaxing stay.

Stoneydowns is perfectly situated for you to enjoy all the Isle of Wight has to offer. A 1 minute stroll will lead you to the many quintessential thatched pubs and tearooms in the Old Village and an abundance of other restaurants offering a range of different cuisines. Shanklin Chine is a 4 minute walk way with its enchanting waterfalls and stunning scenery. The award winning sandy beach in Shanklin is a mere 10 minute stroll with it's lovely clear waters. Tower Cottage gardens are also on your doorstep (3-5 minute walk) as well as some lovely gift shops for a spot of retail therapy. If you fancy a show Shanklin theatre is just round the corner (3 minute walk) and provides year round entertainment.

The Isle of Wight has many other attractions all within easy reach of Stoneydowns either by car or bus. The bus stop which will take you all over the island is literally at the end of the road! Please see our local attraction recommendations which will give you estimated travel times from the cottage.
With hundreds of miles of footpaths and cycle routes around the Island there is something for everyone of any age.

The Cottage:
Stoneydowns is arranged over 3 floors and sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms.
On the 1st floor is the Master bedroom with a super king sized bed and also a twin bedroom. The Twin room is set up with a full size 3ft single bed with a 2nd full size 3ft single guest bed underneath. The room can be arranged either as a single, twin or double room depending on your preference. The 3rd bedroom has a king size bed and its own separate dressing room this is located on the 3rd floor. There are lovely views of the downs from the Master and 3rd floor bedroom.

Hairdryers are in the Master and Top dressing room.

There is bathroom on the 1st floor with a bath and multi function shower over and 2 separate toilets, 1 on the ground floor and 1 on the 1st floor.

All the bedrooms are beautifully decorated and all the beds have lovely brand new memory foam mattresses and plenty of pillows. Towels and linens are also provided but please remember a beach towel.

The ground floor has a good sized living - dining room with 2 large comfy sofas seating 5-6 and a roomy armchair as well as a 43" Led Smart TV with Freeview, BT Sport Channels, DVD and BluRay player. A lovely brick fireplace is the focal point.

The dining area is furnished with a large carved wood table that seats 6. Through the double doors from the lounge leads through into the very well equipped modern kitchen with ceramic hob, fan oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle and coffee machine. The utility room houses a washing machine and dishwasher. There is also a downstairs toilet and coats area.

Free Wifi is also available.

We have a selection of DVD's, board games and books should you wish to use them.

Roof Terrace.
Accessed via french doors in the twin bedroom is a small private roof terrace perfect for an evening glass of wine or soaking up the sun.

Parking.
Parking is a 30 second - 1 minute walk away in the Old Village public car park. Unloading next to the cottage is no problem but cars must be parked in the car park once unloaded as there are parking restrictions outside the cottage for conservation purposes. A tourist parking permit for 1 car is included with every booking allowing guests to park in the local Old Village car park and many other council owned car parks and bays on the Island

Local Amenities.
Londis is 3 minutes walk away for your essentials.
A large Co - Op is a 10 minute walk for larger shops.
Waitrose, Sainsburys and Tesco are all on the island and will deliver to the cottage.

A welcome box is provided on arrival with teas and coffee.

We also have available upon request:
1 highchair
1 travel cot




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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We have a highchair and travel cot available

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! to the airport?

This cottage is 38.7 mi (113-min drive) away from the Southampton (SOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! to the beach?

This cottage is a short 7-minute walk from Shanklin Beach and 15-minute walk from Small Hope Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! to downtown Shanklin?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Shanklin.