6 Bed Cottage in Shanklin

About this property

A breathtaking example of an original Art Deco residence, this impressive retreat offers a truly unique Isle of Wight experience for larger groups. The luxurious holiday home stands in immaculate three-quarters-of-an-acre grounds, overlooking the picturesque coastline and Sandown Bay. Wend your way down to the beach via 70 steps from the cliff or enjoy a 600-metre stroll to swim, paddle and picnic on the sand. From the house, there is also direct access to the Isle of Wight Coastal Path. The centre of charming Shanklin, renowned for its thatched cottages, delightful restaurants and pubs and interesting shops, is just 0.5 miles away. The beach here is also popular with families. Enjoy the splendour of Ventnor Botanic Garden, 6 miles away, and Osborne House, 11.5 miles away. Take the children in your party for a fun-filled afternoon at Blackgang Chine, 11 miles away.

Pause for a moment to absorb the incredible setting of this striking Isle of Wight mansion, which dates back to 1929. Admire its striking, ornate exterior before stepping inside to find yourselves transported back in time. Wander through the rooms, marvelling at accommodation that has been sympathetically restored to ensure magnificent, original features, such as elaborate stained-glass, handsome wood panelling and ornate detailing, still grace the residence with as much elegance as they did back in the Art Deco era. The impressive entrance leads you to a magnificent reception hall, with rich parquet flooring and a grand, period staircase. Head through to the capacious drawing room, with its opulent, gilded-detail ceiling and exquisite French windows and stained-glass windows. Unwind in one of the many seating areas in here as you chat, play games and take in the sweeping coast scapes. The dining room is another incredible space with luxuriant wood panels, flooring and beams. Congregate in here for special occasions and celebrations. The kitchen, with its central breakfast bar, is situated next to the dining room, ensuring smooth catering for your group. It has been finished to an exceptional specification to guarantee you have everything you need for food preparation and storage right at your fingertips. Also situated downstairs are a utility room, a WC and an accessible bedroom suite. Featuring twin beds, this includes an en-suite wet room. Climb the stairs to discover the first-floor bedrooms have all been finished with the same exceptional attention to detail. Here you have two king-size bedrooms, one of which has access to the sun room/balcony. Awake in this bedroom to astounding views out to sea via the bank of picture windows adorning the room. The bedroom without access to the sun room has the added benefit of a sumptuous en-suite shower room. Also offering superior comfort are a double bedroom, a twin and two family rooms. One of these features a king-size bed and two singles, while the other has a king-size and one single. There are also three family bathrooms and an en-suite shower room at this level. One of the ground-floor reception rooms can be transformed into an additional bedroom for extra guests if required and discussed in advance.

The glorious gardens at the house are just as impressive as the mansion itself. Guests can spread out to soak up the sunshine in the three-quarters-of-an-acre of grounds that encompass refined lawns, water features, ornamental ponds and mature planting. Cook on the charcoal BBQ, dine on the patio and watch the sun set over the sea as you share a bottle of fizz outside. You may well also wish to challenge each other to table tennis and make the most of the direct access you have down to the beach. Please supervise children at all times because of the ponds and beach access. There is private, off-road for six cars.

Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed

- 6 bedrooms – 2 king-sizes, 1 double, 1 twin and 2 family rooms (1 with 1 king-size and 2 singles and 1 with 1 king-size and 1 single)

- 5 bathrooms – 2 en-suite shower rooms, with WCs, and 3 family bathrooms with WCs

- Gas hob and 3 ovens, fridge/freezer, 2 dishwashers, air fryer, bread maker and washing machine

- ​​Travel cot and highchair available

- TV, Sonos sound system, hairdryers

- Table tennis

- Large private gardens, with patio, outdoor furniture, ornamental ponds, water features and charcoal BBQ

- Direct access to the coastal path

- Private, off-road parking for 6 cars

- Shop 500 metres, pub 0.5 miles, beach 150 metres

- Sleeps 14+4 if the morning room is used as a bedroom

- Accessible ground-floor bedroom and wet room

- Please note there are approximately 70 steps down to the beach (or a 600-metre walk via the cliff path)

- Please also note that children should be supervised at all times due to the unfenced ornamental ponds and water features