Home Farm Cottage

About this property

Tucked away in the picturesque town of Shanklin, Isle of Wight, is this chocolate-box, detached cottage, Home Farm Cottage. This picture-perfect abode rests amongst other thatched cottages and has retained much of its character with its hard wooden floors, ancient stone walls and entrance archway. Enjoying a central location, just paces away from wonderful amenities and a long, sandy beach, this thatched property is an idyllic hideaway for a family of or group of friends of eight. Park up directly outside on the private driveaway before admiring the quaint setting of Shanklin. Enter through the rustic front door and discover the hallway where you can house your shoes and coats, ready for an outdoor adventure. Rustle up heart-warming meals in the charming kitchen, which hosts an Aga cooker and gas hob to assist with your self-catering holiday and a washing machine and dishwasher to keep your space clean and tidy. Settle down in the dining room at the elegant table to savour a delicious meal as you catch-up on the highlights of your excursions. Afterwards, you can choose whether to gather in the sitting room where the large TV will keep you entertained for the evening or relish the peaceful snug room to enjoy a compelling novel. Home Farm Cottage offers an additional seating area in the lovely garden room to soak in the scenic courtyard; your furry friend can stretch their legs in the enclosed garden as you unwind on the furniture. As the evening draws to a close, venture upstairs to the first floor to the family bathroom, here you can indulge in a bubble-bath in the freestanding tub or rinse off the sand in the walk-in shower. The first floor offers four delightful bedrooms to choose from, one king, two doubles, one with an en-suite shower/WC and a bunk bedroom, all with fantastic storage space. In the morning, relish a steaming cup of coffee in the kitchen as you ponder the excitement of the day ahead. Home Farm Cottage benefits from a central location, head out on foot to find a plethora of shops, independent cafes and pubs or to Reynoldstone Gardens, and Big Mead an expanse of open parkland and explore to get better acquainted with your surroundings. Spend the day at Shanklin beach, where you can rent a boat to absorb the spectacular scenery and afterwards stroll along the promenade, offering a lively atmosphere with its amusements, crazy golf and exciting fairground. Jump in the car or catch a local bus and visit the seaside resort of Sandown for a superb golf course, the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary to spend time with exotic animals, as well as Sandham Gardens for a beautiful walk and mini golf. A little further afield rests the quaint village of Godshill, which has its own Model Village, enjoy home-cooked meals at The Old Smithy or Griffin Family Inn for a friendly atmosphere. For a memorable getaway to the stunning coast of Shanklin, Isle of Wight, treat you and your loved ones to a stay at Home Farm Cottage.

Shanklin is a seaside town resting on the Isle of Wight and enjoys a sheltered sunny bay. Both Shanklin and Sandown benefit from long sandy beaches and fantastic attractions, including a zoo, pier and fair, as well as an array of shops, restaurants and pubs. Shanklin Old Village is settled below the town, home to thatched cottages, gardens and tea shops. Visit Shanklin Chine for a cascading waterfall and beautiful greenery.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite basin, shower and WC, 1 x double, 1 x King, 1 x bunk.

Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen with AGA.

Dining room.

Sitting room.

Snug.

Conservatory.
Gas central heating with AGA.

AGA cooker, gas hob, combination microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.

Smart TV, secure WiFi with code supplied, 2 x Echo Dot (voice operated offering Amazon Music).

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 1 family car (or 2 small cars) in front garden and on road free parking.

Enclosed rear courtyard with furniture.

One well-behaved pet welcome (no pets allowed on furniture and beds).

Sorry, no smoking – NB: no naked flames allowed within the property.

High Street, Shanklin with wide range of shops 300 metres.

Centre of the Old Village with local pubs/restaurants/shops 100 metres, beach 300 metre (7-minute walk).

Selection of family board games supplied.

No EV charging point supplied.