Probably the most spectacular self-catering property in the south of England
- House4844 sq. ft
- People: 18
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Separate WCs: 2
- Min. Stay: 2–7 nights
Rooms and beds
Bedrooms: 6(People: 18)
Bedroom 2 Large Double
king
Bedroom 4 Ensuite
king · single
Bedroom 5
double
Morning Room / Optional Bedroom 7 ground floor
single (2)
Bedroom 6 (accessible) ensuite wet room
single (2)
Bedroom 3 Family room
king · double · single
Master Bedroom Suite
king · Child bed (2)
Bathrooms: 5, Separate WCs: 2
Accessible Bathroom
Toilet · Shower
Downstair Toilet 2 (off kitchen)
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Bath with shower
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Bath with shower
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Bath with shower
Downstairs Guest Toilet
Toilet
Bedroom 4 Ensuite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower
Spaces
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Terrace
- DiningSeating for 20 people
- Balcony
- Garden
- Veranda
Facilities
Featured
- Internet
- Fireplace
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Accessible
- Heater
Safety features
- Smoke detectorKitchen, hallways, landing all bedrooms.
- Exterior lighting
- Carbon-monoxide detectorKitchen and upstairs
- First-aid kitKitchen by door into dining room. Call 999 if an emergency
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisherThere are fire extinguishers in the kitchen, utility room, main hallway, upstairs hallway in 2 locations.
Location Type
- village
- Oceanfront
- near the seaAT the top of a cliff with uniterrupted views to the sea
- Water viewDirect views out to sea
- Ocean viewDirect views out to sea
- beach
General
- TelephoneLandline for incoming calls and emergency or 0800 outgoing calls
- HeatingFull central heating, its warm even in the winter
- Hair dryer
- Fireplace
- Basic soaps
- Parking availableParking for up to 7 cars. For those bringinh classic or other special cars, we can provide secure chains to lock the gates, to provide extra security
- Towels availableBring your own beach towels though.
- Iron & board
- Toilet roll
- Washing machinewashing machine in the utility area
- InternetYes, even the Isle of Wight has internet, and this house does too. BT INFINITY2
- Linens providedAll bedding except for cots is provided. It is of the highest quality throughout
- Wireless Internet
- Clothes dryerYes we do have one in the utility area you are free to use.
- Kitchen roll
Kitchen
- MicrowaveBreadmaker, 2 microwaves and large and small cooking pans/trays
- Dishwashertwo full size dishwashers
- Dishes & utensilsFully equipped, easily enough for 20 to eat
- Grill
- Ice maker
- HobLarge 5 ring gas hob
- Kettle
- Oven3 ovens provided (all electric)
- Fridge2 fridges - a small one in the kitchen and a large US style one in the utility area with built in ice maker
- Blender
- ToasterYes, of course we got toasters!
Dining
- Childs highchair
Entertainment
- Games roomThe Morning Room doubles as games room for kids. No we dont have video stuff, this is the 1930's after all.
- ToysCupboard of traditional toys and board games,
- GamesCard table in the Drawing Room and lots of packs of cards, traditional board games too
- BooksLoads of books, got any really old ones you dont want, feel free to donate some more! Loads of Agatha Christie especially!
- Music libraryUse your SPOTIFY account on the SONOS system in several rooms
- TelevisionAll SMART TVS, so you can use your own Netflix, Disnet etc accounts. BUT PLEASE, remember to log out when you leave!
- StereoSONOS wifi sound system iin many rooms (hidden in the 1930's radios in 2 rooms). Download the app from the SONOS web site. Use music on your own device or SPOTIFY/DEEZ
- Ping pong table
- DVD playerDoes anyone really use these anymore? Ask the house manager if you want one made available. Use your own NETFLIX account instead!
Outside
- Outdoor Furniture
- BicyclesWe dont actually provide bicycles, but we recommend hiring them or bringing your own. Lots of great rides, but it is a bit hilly for those cyclists out of practice
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleMobility Graded 1& 2. We do have a special wheelchair entrance and a wheelchair can be taken to the garden. There are NO steps anywhere downstairs. The downstairs mobility bedroom has wardrobe that can be reached from a wheelchair and two single beds, it also has an en-suite wet room and a shower chair can be provided on request for no charge.
Onsite Services
- Private chef
- Housekeeper optional
Notes
- English Tourist Board graded 5 Star with gold award, the highest rating possible, plus in 2019 The ROSE AWARD given to just 200 properties in the whole of England and Wales. Mobility Graded 1& 2. Ideal for family get-together, reunions, group of friends. Also perfect for anyone who appreciates the splendour of a bygone art- deco age. This house will make you say 'wow' the minute you walk through the doors and look at the wood- panelled entrance hall and stairs. Sorry, we are not available for weddings, but are available for families attending nearby weddings.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Maximum overnight guests: 18
Minimum age to rent: 25
Children allowed: ages 0-17
No pets allowed
Events allowed: birthday parties, family gatherings, other eventsMaximum event attendees: 18Reunions
No smoking allowed
If due to any gov Covid19 travel restrictions you need to cancel, then we will make a full refund if you cancel at least 7 days before arrival.
Please do not arrive before 4pm on your check in day, as it is important that we fully complete the cleaning and sterilise all touch points
We love animals, but future guests may be allergic & with so many wonderful unique and irreplacable Art Deco items we reluctantly cannot accept pets
Cleaning practices
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Cleaned with disinfectant
Property has guest safety measures
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (e.g. countertops, light switches, handles and taps)
Follows industry health association: European Holiday Home Association (EHHA – Europe)
Location
Hosted by Laurence Smith
Ask a questionAbout Laurence Smith
Sharon and Laurence bought this property in 2014 as their one and only holiday let property, which one day, when they both retire, will become their family home. Sharon is an executive in the music industry with a wonderful eye for design and colour. Laurence works in the IT (computer) industry, so leaves all the design to Sharon, he simply has no idea! Look for us on
Laurence Smith purchased this House in 2014
Why Laurence Smith chose Shanklin
This property was bought because we love it, we love the architecture and we love the design. Each year we will introduce more and more Art-Deco 1930's features including more Art-Deco furnishings and furniture. Our goal over the next five years is to make The Art Deco HouseUK one of the leading Art Deco houses in the UK. Uniquely, our business plan is that any profits we make from this house will be reinvested in the house, upgrading it continually. This is our home, and we are delighted to let you borrow it for your holiday or short break.
What makes this House unique
The design of the house is so wonderful and so true to the designs of the Art Deco era. It is a house that as you wander around you will say 'wow!' as you see the original incredible designs of the windows, the views of the sea, the spacious lounge and the sun room. You will not have stayed anywhere quite like this before. We hope that if you stay with us, you and your guests/friends will watch our journey into the incredible designs of the 20's and 30's as we continually take the property back to the luxury and wonder of a bygone age, and maybe, in the years to come, come back and see how it has changed. It is wonderful right now, but will be truly amazing in the years to come. (we defy you to not say 'wow' as least 4 times when you first arrive!)
- Languages:
- English, Isle of Wightish
Private hosts do not rent properties as a trade, business or profession.