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Stoneydowns
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Lounge Area
Lounge Area
Lounge/Dining Area

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

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Shanklin, ENG
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

First Floor Separate Toilet

Toilet

Ground Floor Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!

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, 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




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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a highchair and travel cot available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Shanklin

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 Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Amazon World Zoo Park and Isle of Wight Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Shanklin, ENG

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shanklin Old Village - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Shanklin Chine - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 11 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falcon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dragon Pearl - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Village Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Barnhouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bayside Fish & Chips - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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 does it cost to stay at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!?

As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach! on 16 Apr 2026 start from AU$290, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Character Stone Cottage, Heart of the Old Village,10 mins walk to the beach!?

On-site 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!?

Checkout 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 away from Shanklin Old Village, Shanklin Chine and Shanklin Theatre. Shanklin Beach and Small Hope Beach are also within 15 minutes. Shanklin Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in a perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage central to the lovely old village
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our forth stay in this cottage! As a family it’s perfect for us. My daughter loves the bedroom with the balcony, we love the quietness of the location and the super kingsize bed! It’s the most comfortable bed i’ve ever slept in! We love how close we are to the shops. The chip shop is almost opposite, alongside the souvenir shops and our favourite people: the donut stall! This year they are even building a small crazy golf. This is so perfect for toddlers. We dine in The Crab as it’s so close and we tire ourselves out with a daily trip down the Chine to get ice cream. We really can’t fault it. Thank you so much for an excellent holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Holiday stay & Location

Absolutely lovely property, everything you need & location is perfect for the beach, pubs, restaurants and the beautiful old village, bus stops & convenience stores. Perfect for families or couples. Myself & my husband thoroughly enjoyed our stay at stoney-downs & would happily book again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mark n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shanklin shine

Wonderful location and easy access to the chine and beach, will definitely stop again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sigrid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful relaxing stay. Character, comfort, and condition of Stoneyhouse are all worth a return next year. We’re looking forward to it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Zoe A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Fantastic location in a quiet cul de sac. Lovely spacious accommodation. Parking permit was a great added bonus and really useful to have. Plus parking was only a few steps away from the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

Home from Home

Beautiful cottage in a great location for a family holiday. Short stroll to the beach to it’s plenty of family friendly bars and restaurants. Cottage itself is lovely and comfortable. The superb weather was an extra bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
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8/10 Good

Anna G.

A lovely, clean and well located cottage. A great base for exploring Shanklin.

We had a great stay at the cottage, had everything we needed for our holiday. It is a superb location, close to the high street and a short stroll to the seafront. The cottage is surprisingly spacious, our children loved all of the different rooms. The beds were really comfortable and the roof terrace was a great place to sit and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
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10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent return visit

Second holiday in this lovely property. Brilliant position in a quiet dead end street, well kitted out, comfy beds and really close to some great pubs and restaurants. Thoroughly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great holiday.

Second time we have stayed here and, again, it didn’t disappoint. Just a lovely house in the middle of the old village. I’ve been regularly visiting the island for over 50 years and this is looking like our ‘go-to’ accommodation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Simply beautiful holiday cottage!

Beautiful holiday cottage with fabulous decor & a true warm and cosy environment. We loved the location with pubs, shops & restaurants all on the doorstep. We also spent evenings in with the well equipped kitchen making it easy to cook & dine in (although so many good take away options too!). The cottage felt so spacious & the beds SO comfortable. We highly recommend & loved our stay here!
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10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Very comfortable and well equipped property providing a lovely holiday home for all ages..

Exceptionally clean and comfortable property. Good directions to help find the property and helpful information re: local parking. Courteous txt from owner on arrival which was a nice touch. Useful information in the property regarding appliances, and local telephone numbers should we need help with anything. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely House in Centre of Village.

A fantastic house in the old village. Clean, well equipped and loads of character. A genuine couple of minutes walk to any of the village pubs and shops, and only a little further for the rest of Shanklin. The cliff tops and lift are nearby and it’s only about 15 minutes walk to the esplanade and beach. I’ve been visiting the island since I was a tot - staying in guest houses, hotels, our own caravan and statics - and this is the nicest place so far. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clare W.

Stunning house, comfortable and well equipped

My family of 4 (includes 2 teenagers) have just returned from a magical week with amazing weather for the end of October, people were still swimming in the sea! The cottage was beautiful, well equipped with very comfortable beds. Shanklin was a great base to explore the whole island. It was absolutely no bother parking in the carpark (2 minutes from the house) and we enjoyed a few films on Netflicks. We will definately be returning as there are more walks and cycle rides we'd love to do and this was a fantastic propertly and the owner was helpful and communicative with all the information we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekka W.

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Great, great, great !

It was our first time on the Isle of Wight as a family of six. And the start in this great cottage was unforgettable. The cottage is just wonderful. The beds, room layout, toilets and bathrooms, space, kitchen facilities everything was perfect. Each room is so cosy and lovingly decorated, you feel right at home and welcome. Everything in the house is super clean. The location is brilliant. Whether with your own car (parking just around the corner) or with public transport. Everything is very easy to reach. Shanklin is a great place, wonderful beach, great gift shops, lovely places to eat and pubs, perfect afternoon tea, we enjoyed it so much. The communication with the landlady is perfect. We will definitely come back and tell you Nicole, thank you so much for everything. It was a very special experience and wonderful holiday for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Madeline Holm

Lovely property in great location. Recommended!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay in this superb cottage right in the heart of Shanklin Old Village. The location really couldn't be better as it is near to a great selection of pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and shops. It is also right opposite a bus stop and near transport links and it is within easy walking distance of the seafront. Nicole the owner was always very prompt in replying and also extremely helpful in every way. The cottage is spacious, well equipped & beautifully decorated; it is obvious that a lot of thought has gone into making visitors as comfortable as possible. There is parking close by and the tourist parking permit is a major boon as it is included in the cost of the cottage and enables you to park in most car parks all over the island. My family has visited the Isle of Wight on many occasions and stayed in numerous cottages in different areas. l have no hesitation in saying that this was without doubt the nicest and is also in the best location we have stayed in and would therefore thoroughly recommend this holiday property. We very much look forward to staying again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Antonia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in Shanklin

Fab house - very comfortable and clean and in good location. The host was helpful and easy to contact.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous holiday

Our family of 6 had a fabulous holiday on the Isle of Wight. The location of the property was perfect for us. It is close to the beach, shops, pubs and restaurants. The car park was so close to the house and the use of the parking permit for the week was a real advantage. The house itself was well equipped and cosy and our communication with Nicole was prompt and friendly. We would definitely consider returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Angharad W.

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Perfect location

A lovely cottage in a perfect location. 10 minutes walk to the beach. Definitely recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shanklin

A beautiful house in a great location. We thoroughly enjoyed staying in the house and thoroughly enjoyed our time on the Isle of Wight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

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Great property

Lovely property ,great location .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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Excellent Stay

Great location in Shanklin, parking was in a carpark which was very near but could be busy. Everything you needed was in the cottage to make your stay comfortable and homely. If I was going to be picky the shower could have been more powerful but certainly didn't spoil our enjoyment. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property, good communication

Nice modern property, good location. Clear, friendly communication from owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a great property

Third time staying here and still love it. Great house, great location, could not recommend it enough
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nicole Surguy

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Hi,
I am Nicole and I live in Hampshire with my partner and 12 year old daughter.
I renovate properties for a living as I have a love of interior design.
I am very happy to discuss any questions you may have regarding the cottage and can be reached on the phone or by email.

Why they chose this property

We had been thinking about a holiday home for some time and as I fell in love with the Isle of Wight as a child I knew that is where our home had to be. I wanted to take my daughter to all the places I had visited as a child so we could share some wonderful memories.
The Old Village is the perfect balance of character and charm yet a stones throw from the beach it really is the best of both worlds!
Stoneydowns was for us, idyllic! Bursting with character, I loved the quirky parts of the house, such as the sloped ceilings on the top floor and the slightly wonky floor! The beautiful carved bookcase in the lounge was so unique too. It was also a blank canvas for us to put our stamp on and enable me to get creative! The cottage has such a warm and cosy feel we just love it and I am sure you will too. :0)

What makes this property unique

The cottage has many unique features we love. The views of the downs and the thatched roofs of the old village can be seen from the master and top floor bedroom. The roof terrace is so unusual and to sit out in the evening with a glass of wine is such a treat. Having the beach on our doorstep is wonderful and with so many pubs and restaurants within walking distance you are spoiled for choice! The cottage is so perfectly located you could simple leave your car and walk or take the bus should you wish to venture further afield.

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