This beautifully converted apartment, set in a Victorian house offers a stylish and spacious retreat with stunning views overlooking Shanklin Down. Begin your visit by strolling through the historic Shanklin Old Village (0.5 miles), where you can admire quaint thatched cottages, cosy tea rooms, and unique shops. Explore Shanklin Chine (under 1 mile), a lush gorge with waterfalls and rare plants beautifully illuminated in the evenings, providing a tranquil escape. The long, sandy beach is ideal for sunbathing and water sports, while the nearby Shanklin and Ventnor Downs offer breathtaking coastal walks with stunning views. For a day of adventure, head to Blackgang Chine (8.5 miles), an amusement park with rides, themed areas and attractions such as life-sized dinosaurs and pirates. Palaeontology enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to Dinosaur Isle (3.5 miles) in Sandown, featuring interactive exhibits and life-size models of prehistoric creatures native to the Isle of Wight. This family-friendly holiday apartment spans the entire ground floor of this beautiful Victorian house, offering guests a spacious open-plan layout designed for comfort and relaxation. Upon entering, guests are welcomed into a bright and airy lounge, kitchen and dining area with a Smart TV. The U-shaped kitchen on the right side provides a warm and inviting space for preparing delicious meals. The dining area features a large wooden table and chairs, creating a perfect setting for family meals. The cosy seating area includes two plush four-seater sofas and a coffee table, offering a comfortable space to unwind. A corridor separates the open-plan area from the bedrooms and bathrooms, ensuring privacy and tranquillity. The first bedroom boasts a luxurious king-size bed with bedside shelves, a large mirrored wardrobe with sliding doors, and a charming daybed with direct access to the eastern side of the building. The second bedroom features a king-size bed and an en-suite shower room. The third bedroom is spacious, with a king-sized bed and a mirrored wardrobe with sliding doors. The fourth bedroom is versatile, offering twin single beds with a bedside table and a mirrored wardrobe. The apartment also includes two family bathrooms. One expansive bathroom features a sizeable P-shaped bath with an overhead shower and a WC, while the second bathroom offers a full-size bath with an overhead shower and WC. Both WCs have a toddler training seat. Step outside through French doors to a serene private terrace surrounded by fragrant rose bushes. This idyllic space provides a tranquil haven for relaxation and al fresco dining, complete with a large table and chairs. Enjoy the picturesque garden, pool views, and ample open space for leisurely activities. House Rules Additional information and rules No dogs allowed - 4 bedrooms – 3 king-size and 1 twin 3 - bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with shower and WC and 2 bathrooms with a shower over bath and WC - Range cooker with two ovens, induction hob with 5 burners, fridge/freezer, Grohe instant boiling water system, microwave, wine cooler, dishwasher and coffee machine - Travel cots and highchairs are available upon request - Smart TV in the lounge Underfloor heating throughout - Outdoor terraced area with table and chairs - Private parking for 2 cars. There will be a £30 charge per week for any additional cars. Please inquire with the owner first, as it is subject to availability - Shop, pub and restaurant within 1 mile - Secure storage for bikes Shared games room with air hockey table, crane grabber, driving machine, retro fruit machines, arcade machines with over 100 classic games, and a Smart TV (the games room has WCs and baby changing facilities) - Outdoor facilities include a shared heated outdoor pool (open from the Late May bank holiday weekend until the end of September) Shared gardens include a children’s playground with a new wooden playset, benches, a playhouse with toys and a fairy garden - CCTV is installed in and around the pool house and at the front of the main building for safety and security purposes. The footage is kept for up to 6 months and then deleted if not needed - A private chef can be provided by prior arrangement (at a separate cost, arranged directly with the owner) - Fire pit for family campfires - Laundry room (coin-operated machines) B - abysitting services – to be arranged directly with the owner Host Terms & Conditions The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.