5 Old School Mews, The Isle of Wight.

Shanklin - House

Briar Bank is a fantastic example of a Victorian house and the ideal place to stay for those looking for a home from home getaway. This characterful property retains many original features, including cornicing, traditional high ceilings and decorative fireplaces. The lounge is furnished with comfortable sofas and makes the perfect place for guests to kick back and unwind after a day exploring the Island. Should opinions be divided on what film to watch during evenings in, there is an option to decamp to the second reception room; which also has a sofa bed, for two. Follow the hall along to the back of the house, you arrive in the semi open-plan kitchen diner. The dining table is conveniently located adjacent to the fully equipped kitchen area, but being tucked around a corner means the nominated chef can eat without seeing the mess left in the kitchen! The breakfast bar is handy for more informal or on the hoof eating, whilst a separate utility room hides the washing machine and tumble dryer. A ground floor WC opposite the utility room is an added bonus for those who don't want to dash upstairs when the need arises. Upstairs there are three comfortable bedrooms, starting with a spacious master with a super king bed and a large bay window, which makes this room wonderfully light and airy. The second bedroom has dual aspect windows, so again ensures there is plenty of light and equally, plenty of space and storage. The final room is the smallest, with bunk beds that are only suited to children. A generous bathroom completes the first floor and includes a corner bath, separate shower and useful more often than not, twin wash basins. Make the most of those balmy summer evenings by dining al fresco in the back garden or alternatively enjoy a lazy, long, lunch under the shade of the parasol. Being fully enclosed, the garden is also a safe space for children play freely. THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US. LOCATION: Shanklin seafront is the perfect place to enjoy a traditional seaside holiday with its beautiful sandy beach, crazy golf, Shanklin Chine, pubs, restaurants, theme park & amusements. The two mile coastal walk between Shanklin & Sandown is a popular attraction; choose from the undulating coastal path or the sea wall promenade. Along the way is the village of Lake, with its quiet sandy beach and water sports centre. Sandown is popular for visiting Dinosaur Isle with life size models, Sandown Pier and Isle of Wight Zoo famous for its Tiger Sanctuary. There is also an 18 hole golf course at Sandown. ACCOMMODATION: GROUND FLOOR Kitchen diner: gas hob, fan oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, breakfast bar, dining table and chairs Utility: washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and board WC: toilet and wash basin Main lounge: sofas, coffee table and TV/ DVD player Second lounge: sofa (option of being a sofa bed) and TV/ DVD player FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: super king bed, beside tables, dressing table and wardrobe Bedroom 2: king size bed, bedside tables and wardrobe Bedroom 3: bunk beds (small 2ft,6) and chest of drawers Family bathroom: corner bath, shower cubicle, toilet, twin wash basins and heated towel rail OUTSIDE Garden with paved patio and exterior furniture Private drive for parking 1-2 cars behind the property ADDITIONAL CHARGES / SERVICES: PLEASE NOTE: a pre-authorised, refundable, security deposit of £150 will be required before arrival at the property. No money will be taken unless any damage is reported at the property within 14 days of your departure. This property can accept a maximum of 2 pet(s). The charge is £35 per pet, per week and we kindly ask that you bring your own bedding for your pet(s). Please ensure that you correctly add your pet(s) when making your booking, so this additional cost is included. If it becomes apparent that you have brought a pet(s) with you but did not advise us, we will contact you to request payment separately. This property offers a double sofa bed, If you would like us to supply linen for its use during your stay, this can be provided at an additional cost of £35, per stay. Please do make us aware at the time of booking / in advance of your stay if you require this service, so we can arrange to take payment and have the linen made available. There is no electric car charger on site and guests are prohibited from using the mains electric in the property to charge a car, unless agreed prior with the owner of the property. If it becomes apparent a car is being charged without approval, then the guest may be charged an additional amount to cover the extra cost. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Island Holiday Company are responsible for the full management of this property and should you need to contact us during your stay we are available between 9-5 Monday to Friday, We also operate an out of hours emergency service on the weekends - please refer to your property brochure left inside the property, for further information and contact details. No stag or hen parties are permitted at any of our properties. This property does not accept any more than 5 adults at any given time due to the size of the bunk beds in Bedroom 3. There is a strict no smoking/vaping policy, inside all our properties. Linens and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels and cot linen as necessary. Please be respectful of the property and the neighbours during your stay; leaving the property as you found it on your arrival. A breach of the above rules and guidelines could mean forfeiture of the Security Deposit. THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US.

Hope cottage is a dog friendly, three-bedroom holiday home, highly suited for families its able to comfortably accommodate up to six guests in a range of different sleeping configurations. Located in the charming village of Shanklin. Whether you want to spend your days away on the sandy beach or explore the many attractions on the island, this will be the perfect base. Inside, the house has been tastefully furnished, on the ground floor you’ll find an incredibly spacious and modern, open plan kitchen dining room and seating area finished with comfortable sofas and Smart TV, the kitchen is well equipped with all the necessary mod cons. You also have a separate lounge with sumptuous large sofa for a cosy movie night in, (the sofa can be made into a king size sofa bed as an alternative sleeping option) Upstairs, the three bedrooms provide the perfect places to rest your weary head after a busy day. You have a super king bed (which can be made into a twin room on request) a king size bedroom (which can be made into a twin room on request) and a further twin room. Outside the enclosed rear garden has two tiers, the lower tier has a large, paved patio area complete with garden table, chairs and a barbeque, this is the perfect spot to sit and enjoy a bite to eat or a glass of wine, whilst the upper tier has been astro turfed and provides a safe play area for children as well as a large shed to store bicycles. Hope Cottage is located just a short stroll from Shanklin Old Village, famous for its thatched cottages, quirky gift shops and traditional tea rooms. Shanklin Theatre is just a five-minute walk from the house or if you fancy a day at the seaside, Shanklin Seafront and its amusements are also nearby. . THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US. LOCATION: The seaside town of Shanklin is well served by public transport around the island with regular buses and the railway ‘Island Line’ to Ryde and Sandown. The main town is only a 5 minute walk and offers a multitude of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants to entertain all ages and tastes. During the summer months the seafront is bustling with people gathering at one of the many restaurants or choosing a favoured spot for swimming and sunbathing along the long, golden beach. There is a lot of fun to be had for all the family with a variety of traditional seaside amusements, including crazy golf, arcades and ice cream stalls. If you like exploring, then Shanklin Chine is a must; with its natural beauty surrounded by waterfalls, streams and rare plants. The entrance is situated within Shanklin Old Village amongst popular local restaurants, pubs and thatched cottages. Over half this beautiful island is protected as an Area of Outstanding Nature Beauty, so why not take a day to explore some of the stunning scenery by taking a drive along the Military Road. Travel west from Shanklin, through Ventnor, a coastal town that clings to the cliff side and is famously the preferred holiday destination for aspiring Victorians; perhaps stopping on route to get lost in the peaceful Ventnor Botanic Gardens. The final destination being Freshwater Bay, with its sparkly, clear water and breath-taking views and cliff top walks. Park in the Bay and walk up to Tennysons monument. To really blow the cobwebs out, continue to the most western point of the island and the landmark Needles. The birds eye view is worth the hike and refreshments are on hand at the Old Battery, which was the Victorian coastal defence and secret rocket testing site, perched above The Needles. Dropping down the other side of the Tennyson down, Alum Bay comes into view. The twenty-one different coloured sands create a distinctive backdrop for the shingle beach. For those with a head for heights, take the chairlift up and down to the beach, to see The Needles from a difference perspective. Out of the many other island attractions, why not follow in the footsteps of Queen Victoria and visit her favourite summer residence. Osborne House and gardens was designed in the style of an Italian Renaissance palazzo by the Queen’s beloved husband Prince Albert. In contrast, a day spent at Blackgang Chine will ensure you a rather different Victorian experience; having opened in 1843, it remains the oldest themed attraction in the UK. ACCOMMODATION: GROUND FLOOR Open plan kitchen/diner & seating area: fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller, 5 ring gas hob, electric oven, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, microwave, breakfast bar with two stools, dining table with 6 chairs, French doors out to rear garden, 2 sofas, Smart TV, coffee table. Cloakroom: washer/dryer, toilet, wash hand basin Lounge: large sofa (can be made into a king size sofa bed as an alternative sleeping option), Smart TV FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: zip and link super king bed (can be made as a twin on request), beside cabinets, hanging rail, chest of drawers, desk, and office chair. Bedroom 2: king size bed (can be made as a twin on request) bedside cabinets, hanging rail, chest of drawers. Bedroom 3: twin beds, bedside cabinets, hanging rail chest of drawers. Bathroom: p-shaped bath, with rainfall shower head over, separate shower attachment, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail. OUTSIDE Parking for 2 vehicles: a private off-road parking space for one car, to the front of the property on the drive and one further on road parking space at the front of the property across the drive. enclosed two tier rear garden, with patio area, BBQ and garden furniture on the lower tier with 7 steps up to the higher tier, astro-turfed surface area with large shed for bicycle storage. ADDITIONAL CHARGES / SERVICES: PLEASE NOTE: a pre-authorised, refundable, security deposit of £150 will be required before arrival at the property. No money will be taken, unless any damage is reported at the property within 14 days of your departure. This property can accept a maximum of 1 pet(s). The charge is £35 per pet, per week and we kindly ask that you bring your own bedding for your pet(s). Please ensure that you correctly add your pet(s) when making your booking, so this additional cost is included. If it becomes apparent that you have brought a pet(s) with you but did not advise us, we will contact you to request payment separately. This property offers a double sofa bed, If you would like us to supply linen for its use during your stay, this can be provided at an additional cost of £35, per stay. Please do make us aware at the time of booking / in advance of your stay if you require this service, so we can arrange to take payment and have the linen made available. There is no electric car charger on site and guests are prohibited from using the mains electric in the property to charge a car, unless agreed prior with the owner of the property. If it becomes apparent a car is being charged without approval, then the guest may be charged an additional amount to cover the extra cost. OR .IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Island Holiday Company are responsible for the full management of this property and should you need to contact us during your stay we are available between 9-5 Monday to Friday, We also operate an out of hours emergency service on the weekends - please refer to your property brochure left inside the property, for further information and contact details. No stag or hen parties are permitted at any of our properties. There is a strict no smoking/vaping policy, inside all our properties. Linens and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels and cot linen as necessary. Please be advised the enclosed rear garden has 7 steps between the two tiers. Please be respectful of the property and the neighbours during your stay; leaving the property as you found it on your arrival. A breach of the above rules and guidelines could mean forfeiture of the Security Deposit. THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US.