Sandown

Theres nothing better than getting away from it all with your nearest and dearest.

Full list of facilities at this property...

• WiFi
• Luxury property
• Luxury property
• Open fire / woodburner
• Travel cot available
• Highchair available
• Great for cycling holidays
• Nearby shop
• Nearby beach
• Family friendly
• Towels included

Theres nothing better than getting away from it all with your nearest and dearest. This spectacular eighteenth-century cottage is situated in a quiet leafy lane in gorgeous countryside on the outskirts of Shanklin. Its a fabulous cycling and walking area. You can stomp along the bridleway to Shanklins sandy beach or ramble across the fields and downs to Ventnor for panoramic views across Sandown Bay. If you prefer life on four wheels the shops and seaside restaurants of Shanklin are a short drive away. The pretty village of Godshill with its welcoming pub and tearooms is also close and worth a visit. Not that you need to stray far from the property of course. This impressive cottage has everything you need for an enjoyable stay and a spectacular home away from home. The cottage is built from island stone and originally formed part of a manor house - evidenced by the large rooms that await you and your guests. The ground floor comprises an open-plan kitchen/diner with limestone tiled floor. You ll find all the bits you need to rustle up something tasty: a range cooker microwave and fridge freezer as well as a dishwasher washing machine and dryer. When its time for food sit down together in the charming dining area with views across the garden. The lovely lounge is the perfect place for a cosy evening in complete with large sofas and arm chairs TV/DVD and wood burner. A second lounge area has sofas chairs and a TV/DVD. Take your pick! You will also find a ground floor WC. The elegant staircase leads to four fantastic bedrooms - each with garden views. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath. Theres another king-size bed in the second bedroom a lovely twin bedroom and a triple bedroom with bunk bed high level cabin bed and en-suite shower room with shower and WC. In addition theres a bathroom with WC. If the inside of the cottage sparkles the outside startles. The expansive gardens feature sunny terraces large lawns open shrubberies and even a rippling stream its a wonderful place to relax. Please be aware that the stream in the garden is unfenced so children do need to be closely supervised and access is not permitted over the stream. Theres an endearing stone terrace with garden furniture and a BBQ ideal for al fresco dining on a sunny summers evening. You will even find sun loungers if you fancy relaxing with a good book in the sunshine. Bringing a car? Theres private parking space for several vehicles in the drive outside of the cottage. Need to know: Only suitable for maximum of 7 adults and 2 children, not suitable for 9 adults. 4 bedrooms 2 king size, 1 triple with bunk beds and high level cabin bed and 1 twin. 1 bathroom, 1 en suite bathroom, 1 en suite shower room and 1 ground floor WC. Range style cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Utility area in the barn with washing machine and tumble dryer. Wood burner in lounge. Central heating and electric included. Parking for several cars in the private driveway outside the cottage. Wi Fi included. Regret no pets. Footpath to Shanklin Beach, 1.5 miles to the shops and seaside restaurants of Shanklin and walking distance to regular bus service. Storage for bikes and a small dinghy in the barn. TV/DVD in both lounges. Please be aware that the stream in the garden is unfenced and so children should be supervised and access over the stream is not permitted.