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

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Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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




Property manager

Nicole Surguy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1350 sq ft (125 sq m)

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Shanklin, ENG

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Old Village - 1 min walk
  • Shanklin Chine - 2 min walk
  • Shanklin Theatre - 2 min walk
  • Shanklin Beach - 7 min walk
  • Ventnor Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shanklin Chine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Laburnum Cottage Tea Rooms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fishermans Cottage - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Copper Kettle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crab - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Shanklin cottage is located by the sea, steps from Shanklin Old Village, Shanklin Chine, and Shanklin Theatre. Shanklin Beach and Rylstone Gardens are also within 10 minutes. Shanklin Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great holiday.
Second time we have stayed here and, again, it didn’t disappoint. Just a lovely house in the middle of the old village. I’ve been regularly visiting the island for over 50 years and this is looking like our ‘go-to’ accommodation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sigrid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful relaxing stay. Character, comfort, and condition of Stoneyhouse are all worth a return next year. We’re looking forward to it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anna G.

A lovely, clean and well located cottage. A great base for exploring Shanklin.
We had a great stay at the cottage, had everything we needed for our holiday. It is a superb location, close to the high street and a short stroll to the seafront. The cottage is surprisingly spacious, our children loved all of the different rooms. The beds were really comfortable and the roof terrace was a great place to sit and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent return visit
Second holiday in this lovely property. Brilliant position in a quiet dead end street, well kitted out, comfy beds and really close to some great pubs and restaurants. Thoroughly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Simply beautiful holiday cottage!
Beautiful holiday cottage with fabulous decor & a true warm and cosy environment. We loved the location with pubs, shops & restaurants all on the doorstep. We also spent evenings in with the well equipped kitchen making it easy to cook & dine in (although so many good take away options too!). The cottage felt so spacious & the beds SO comfortable. We highly recommend & loved our stay here!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Very comfortable and well equipped property providing a lovely holiday home for all ages..
Exceptionally clean and comfortable property. Good directions to help find the property and helpful information re: local parking. Courteous txt from owner on arrival which was a nice touch. Useful information in the property regarding appliances, and local telephone numbers should we need help with anything. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely House in Centre of Village.
A fantastic house in the old village. Clean, well equipped and loads of character. A genuine couple of minutes walk to any of the village pubs and shops, and only a little further for the rest of Shanklin. The cliff tops and lift are nearby and it’s only about 15 minutes walk to the esplanade and beach. I’ve been visiting the island since I was a tot - staying in guest houses, hotels, our own caravan and statics - and this is the nicest place so far. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Clare W.

Stunning house, comfortable and well equipped
My family of 4 (includes 2 teenagers) have just returned from a magical week with amazing weather for the end of October, people were still swimming in the sea! The cottage was beautiful, well equipped with very comfortable beds. Shanklin was a great base to explore the whole island. It was absolutely no bother parking in the carpark (2 minutes from the house) and we enjoyed a few films on Netflicks. We will definately be returning as there are more walks and cycle rides we'd love to do and this was a fantastic propertly and the owner was helpful and communicative with all the information we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Rebekka W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, great, great !
It was our first time on the Isle of Wight as a family of six. And the start in this great cottage was unforgettable. The cottage is just wonderful. The beds, room layout, toilets and bathrooms, space, kitchen facilities everything was perfect. Each room is so cosy and lovingly decorated, you feel right at home and welcome. Everything in the house is super clean. The location is brilliant. Whether with your own car (parking just around the corner) or with public transport. Everything is very easy to reach. Shanklin is a great place, wonderful beach, great gift shops, lovely places to eat and pubs, perfect afternoon tea, we enjoyed it so much. The communication with the landlady is perfect. We will definitely come back and tell you Nicole, thank you so much for everything. It was a very special experience and wonderful holiday for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Madeline Holm

Lovely property in great location. Recommended!
We had an absolutely wonderful stay in this superb cottage right in the heart of Shanklin Old Village. The location really couldn't be better as it is near to a great selection of pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and shops. It is also right opposite a bus stop and near transport links and it is within easy walking distance of the seafront. Nicole the owner was always very prompt in replying and also extremely helpful in every way. The cottage is spacious, well equipped & beautifully decorated; it is obvious that a lot of thought has gone into making visitors as comfortable as possible. There is parking close by and the tourist parking permit is a major boon as it is included in the cost of the cottage and enables you to park in most car parks all over the island. My family has visited the Isle of Wight on many occasions and stayed in numerous cottages in different areas. l have no hesitation in saying that this was without doubt the nicest and is also in the best location we have stayed in and would therefore thoroughly recommend this holiday property. We very much look forward to staying again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Zoe A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Fantastic location in a quiet cul de sac. Lovely spacious accommodation. Parking permit was a great added bonus and really useful to have. Plus parking was only a few steps away from the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shanklin shine
Wonderful location and easy access to the chine and beach, will definitely stop again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in Shanklin
Fab house - very comfortable and clean and in good location. The host was helpful and easy to contact.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous holiday
Our family of 6 had a fabulous holiday on the Isle of Wight. The location of the property was perfect for us. It is close to the beach, shops, pubs and restaurants. The car park was so close to the house and the use of the parking permit for the week was a real advantage. The house itself was well equipped and cosy and our communication with Nicole was prompt and friendly. We would definitely consider returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angharad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
A lovely cottage in a perfect location. 10 minutes walk to the beach. Definitely recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shanklin
A beautiful house in a great location. We thoroughly enjoyed staying in the house and thoroughly enjoyed our time on the Isle of Wight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry H., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Lovely property ,great location .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Great location in Shanklin, parking was in a carpark which was very near but could be busy. Everything you needed was in the cottage to make your stay comfortable and homely. If I was going to be picky the shower could have been more powerful but certainly didn't spoil our enjoyment. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property, good communication
Nice modern property, good location. Clear, friendly communication from owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great property
Third time staying here and still love it. Great house, great location, could not recommend it enough
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house
Clean and comfortable in a good location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break
Great property in a really good location for a family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Shanklin holiday home
The house was perfect for a great holiday on the Isle of Wight, based in the great village of Shanklin. Right in the heart of the village, close to all pubs and restaurants. The house is spot on, very roomy, well kitted out and ideally placed. Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and good location
Very impressed with everything, although would have expected more cutlery to be available as only enough for one meal at a time. Appreciated the ice cubes in the freezer.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break
Perfect location in Shanklin Old Village. House well equipped and luxury standard.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020