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

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A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a window with a view.
A small table with a lamp, a wicker basket, and a framed welcome sign on a wall.
A row of terraced houses with stone facades, bay windows, and a clear sky.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Rooftop terrace
    A rare find - enjoy stunning views from the rooftop terrace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Shanklin Old Village
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Shanklin, ENG
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪139 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

First Floor Separate Toilet

Toilet

Ground Floor Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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

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, 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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a highchair and travel cot available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Check out by 10am please Return keys to the key box safe.
Close all windows Remove rubbish and empty fridge
Sign out of all TV Apps
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1931459
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Shanklin

Located in Shanklin, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Shanklin Theatre and Dinosaur Isle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pirates Cove - Shanklin and Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre and Amazon World Zoo Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Shanklin, ENG

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shanklin Old Village - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shanklin Chine - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rylstone Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪King Harry's Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Falcon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bubble - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bonchurch Inn - ‬5 min drive

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!?

As of 18 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! on 18 Oct, 2026 start from S$2,038, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

On-site parking is available at the 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!?

Checkout 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 away 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.

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Surguy

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Hi,
I am Nicole and I live in Hampshire with my partner and 12 year old daughter.
I renovate properties for a living as I have a love of interior design.
I am very happy to discuss any questions you may have regarding the cottage and can be reached on the phone or by email.

Why they chose this property

We had been thinking about a holiday home for some time and as I fell in love with the Isle of Wight as a child I knew that is where our home had to be. I wanted to take my daughter to all the places I had visited as a child so we could share some wonderful memories.
The Old Village is the perfect balance of character and charm yet a stones throw from the beach it really is the best of both worlds!
Stoneydowns was for us, idyllic! Bursting with character, I loved the quirky parts of the house, such as the sloped ceilings on the top floor and the slightly wonky floor! The beautiful carved bookcase in the lounge was so unique too. It was also a blank canvas for us to put our stamp on and enable me to get creative! The cottage has such a warm and cosy feel we just love it and I am sure you will too. :0)

What makes this property unique

The cottage has many unique features we love. The views of the downs and the thatched roofs of the old village can be seen from the master and top floor bedroom. The roof terrace is so unusual and to sit out in the evening with a glass of wine is such a treat. Having the beach on our doorstep is wonderful and with so many pubs and restaurants within walking distance you are spoiled for choice! The cottage is so perfectly located you could simple leave your car and walk or take the bus should you wish to venture further afield.

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