Guests say
Woodland View in Shanklin is praised for its excellent location, spacious layout, and peaceful surroundings, making it ideal for families and groups seeking a relaxing getaway. Guests appreciate the proximity to Shanklin’s old village, beach, and local amenities, as well as the well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living areas. While some maintenance and cleanliness issues have been noted, most guests found the property welcoming and enjoyable, with many expressing a desire to return. The house offers a lovely outlook over woodland and green spaces, contributing to a tranquil holiday experience.
Several guests found the property generally clean, but recurring issues such as stained bedding, mould, and insufficient pre-arrival cleaning were mentioned. Some noted the need for deeper cleaning in bathrooms and kitchen, while others found the house tidy and well-presented. Overall, cleanliness is acceptable but could be improved.
The location is consistently highlighted as a major strength, with guests loving the quiet setting, scenic views, and easy walking access to Shanklin’s old village, beach, and local attractions. The peaceful surroundings and proximity to amenities are frequently praised.
Guests generally found the house comfortable, with spacious rooms and good heating. Some mentioned soft or thin mattresses and minor draughts, but most reported restful stays and appreciated the quiet environment. The property is well-suited for families and groups.
The property is well-equipped with essentials such as a dishwasher, washing machine, and multiple bathrooms. However, maintenance issues like a broken fridge shelf, mould in bathrooms, and minor appliance faults were noted. Facilities are good overall, but some areas require attention.
Some guests appreciated the provision of towels and soap, but there were occasional shortages of basic supplies like refuse sacks and hand towels. No gifts were mentioned, and while communication with the owner was generally positive, the level of thoughtful extras varied.
About this property
Overlooking the communal garden, this charming holiday home lays close by to an historic village rich in traditional heritage..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, TV
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity (£25 per week November-March), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. Enclosed garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is a pond, 150 yards away.. In an attractive setting overlooking communal gardens, this modern holiday home stands at the end of a row of three, within the grounds of a converted manor. Woodland View is within a 10-minute stroll of the charming historic village of Old Shanklin, with thatched-roof pubs, restaurants and shops, and the beach is a further 5-minute walk. Discover historic buildings, gardens, beaches and magnificent coastal walks. Woodland View is only 150 yards from a church, children’s play area and duckpond. Walking, cycling, golf, fishing, sailing and birdwatching nearby. Hair straighteners have been provided. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- HMS Warrior
- Portsmouth Historic Dockyard
Reviews (23)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely thanks
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Andrew Vears
Woodland View is located in a wonderful area, just a short stroll to Shanklin old village and then on to the beach. The house itself is spacious and well appointed with everything you need. If I had any criticism though, it would be that it could have been a bit cleaner. We had blood marks on the sheets and wall, and other general cleanliness matters that were highlighted and sorted. Outside space is a bit limited, but the Manor grounds make up for it. Overall, a great location and good value for money.
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Martina Simmonds
It was an absolute pleasure staying at Woodland Cottage. We were 2 family's 4 adults and 2 children, the setting is beautiful looking over the green and the hills, the children had the freedom of playing on the green.The cottage has all the basic necessities, the addition of towels of and soap in the bathrooms were great.We love Shanklin and Old Shanklin is a lovely town, nice shops, pubs and amenities in a good distance. The beach is a little treck but we enjoyed the walk, and put all the beach stuff in a trolley. Some bits of the house could use a bit of maintenance, the top floor bathroom needs a bit of attention to the shower, and the kitchen hob is a bit tricky to light, but this may just need a deep clean. We will definitely consider booking the cottage again on our next visit to the island. Only downside is booking through Cottages.com you do not get a discount for the ferries, which is a shame as their prices these days are madness, this might put some people off. We found Red funnel ferries had better deals with some of the attractions on the island which was a little bonus.