In the heart of Shanklin's Old Village, Stoneydowns offers a charming stone cottage experience. This 1824 cottage blends character with modern conveniences, featuring a beautifully decorated living room with a brick fireplace, well-equipped kitchen, and private roof terrace perfect for an evening glass of wine.
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61350 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
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About this property
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 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
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
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.
Pets
Pets not 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
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. Traveling 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. Visit our Shanklin travel guide
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 is parking?
Onsite 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!?
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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