Old School House in Shanklin
A stunning period conversion with off road parking and two enclosed gardens, moments from the beach and Shanklin old village; it’s also easy to reach by train from the mainland. .
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Features
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Max. Occupancy: 6
- WiFi
- Cots
- Parking
- Garden
Description
A stunning period conversion with off road parking and two enclosed gardens, moments from the beach and Shanklin old village; it’s also easy to reach by train from the mainland.. 5 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: With Freeview Smart TV and doors leading to front garden. Kitchen/dining room: With breakfast bar, electric oven, gas hob, combi microwave/oven/grill, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and doors leading to rear garden. Separate toilet. First Floor: Bedroom 1: With kingsize bed. Bedroom 2: With kingsize bed. Bedroom 3: With bunk beds. Bathroom: With shower over bath, toilet and heated towel rail.. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgates. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. Please note: There is a pond in the garden.. Previously part of the former Gatten and Lake Primary School, Old School House has been converted into a truly wonderful holiday home from home and is part of our More than Dog Friendly collection. The unique character of the original building has been preserved, whilst benefiting from a modern, sleek twist. The developers spent a considerable amount of time and effort focusing on the detail taking full advantage of the building’s grand dimensions and classic architecture. The accommodation on the ground floor comprises of an open plan large modern kitchen/diner which benefits from a breakfast bar and a number of built in appliances, a living room with Smart TV and comfy sofas and there is a utiliy area and cloakroom. Upstairs on the first floor there are three bedrooms, two are spacious double bedrooms with vaulted ceilings both tastefully decorated with kingsize beds and fitted wardrobes, the third bedroom has bunk beds and there is a family bathroom with bath, shower and heated towel rail. Both front and rear gardens are enclosed. Located only minutes away from the cliff path with direct access down to the beach, this charming, terraced holiday home makes an ideal base for small groups, or perhaps even two families, wanting to holiday together. The nearby golden, sandy beaches stretch for miles, and the esplanade is packed full of amusements and crazy golf, as well as several places to eat. Away from the beach, the main town offers a multitude of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. The old village is renowned for its pretty thatched cottages, cosy tea rooms, pubs, restaurants and craft shops. 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. Outdoor pursuits on the island include horse riding, fishing, cycling, paragliding, golf and water sports. There are numerous attractions across the island to discover for all ages, such as The Needles, with its chairlift, amusement park, boat rides, lighthouse and coloured sands of Alum Bay. Blackgang Chine, Dinosaur Isle, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ventnor Botanical Gardens, Tapnell Farm Park and Carisbrooke Castle are other attractions. Or why not pay a visit to Queen Victoria’s favourite holiday residence, Osborne House and its gardens? The sailing towns of Yarmouth and Cowes also make for a great day out. Whatever you decide, the Isle of Wight has plenty to offer. Free WiFi
7-Day Forecast
Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Shanklin is detailed below.
| Sat 23rd | Moderate rain | 15°C 9°C | 44mph | 15.1mm | 1,002mb | |
| Sun 24th | Moderate rain | 16°C 11°C | 43mph | 7.6mm | 998mb | |
| Mon 25th | Moderate rain | 12°C 10°C | 29mph | 13.7mm | 1,004mb | |
| Tue 26th | Light rain | 11°C 10°C | 27mph | 3.5mm | 1,017mb | |
| Wed 27th | Heavy intensity rain | 9°C 7°C | 35mph | 19.0mm | 1,017mb | |
| Thu 28th | Light rain | 10°C 8°C | 21mph | 6.9mm | 1,024mb | |
| Fri 29th | Light rain | 11°C 10°C | 22mph | 0.1mm | 1,023mb |