About this property
Resting at the centre of the charming town of Shanklin, you will find this super, semi-detached townhouse, Sheltering Grey Sky. A Victorian holiday home wonderfully suited to an escape for a family or friends, you will find all you could need for an adventure-packed retreat on the Isle of Wight just a short stroll away from this delightful dwelling. Enter into the hallway to find the sitting room on your left, brightly styled with its royal green walls and array of colourful furnishings, here you can enjoy sitting together around the television to end your evenings of excitement. The next room along the hallway is the dining room, home to a rustic, wooden table where you can gather to enjoy your home-cooked meals, be sure to open up the patio doors in the summer months to let in the fresh breeze of the coast. The final room on the ground floor past the convenient cloakroom is the kitchen/diner, a marvellous spot to delve into a hearty breakfast, this room provides all the essential utensils and appliances to cater to all of your home cooking. Take the stairs up to the first floor to discover your sleeping spots, the first being a twin room with both a walk-in shower and a basin in the room, it makes a bright and airy spot to rest and rejuvenate with a refreshing shower in the mornings. The further two bedrooms can be found just a few steps up, a super-king-size and a queen-size room both served by the sparkling family shower room, the layout of this property is perfect for a variety of group needs. To the rear of the dwelling you will find your own private patio, with seating so you can sit and soak up the sun while dining alfresco, or step out of the front door and wander down the street to find a fantastic range of attractions. The town of Shanklin is a truly wonderful base, home to shops, restaurants, pubs and cafés, there's a wide range of options to cater to your culinary desires. The town hosts a good variety of family-friendly attractions too, from the beauty of its sandy beach, to the wonder of Rylestone Gardens where you can enjoy a game of mini golf and traditional cream tea whilst be surrounded by charming settings, there's something here for all tastes. The older part of Shanklin known as Shanklin Old Village is well-worth exploring too, offering its guests winding roads leading you past traditional thatched cottages, quaint tea shops and beautiful gardens, it promises an experience like no other, while the Shanklin Chine is also worth exploring if you're seeking wonderful walking routes amongst waterfalls and wildlife. Nearby Sandown also makes a fantastic day out, with its golfing opportunities, a fun-filled zoo offering you the chance to get up close with nature on an animal experience, Dinosaur Isle with its interactive fossil and geology museum, and much more to entertain all ages, you can find excitement in easy reach of your doorstep. A short stroll from the property will bring you to the town's train station, offering good links to London and beyond, this property is perfect for those wanting to explore all that this area of the south of England has to offer. Sheltering Grey Sky is a charming abode from which to uncover the delights of the Isle of Wight with your loved ones.
Shanklin is a charming seaside resort sitting on the scenic Isle of Wight. Combined with neighbouring Sandown, the town offers its guests a glorious sandy beach, a zoo, a picturesque pier with a fairground, and a plethora of shops, restaurants and pubs to while away the hours in. Explore Shanklin Old Village for a traditional English experience with its quaint tea rooms and gardens, or explore the nearby excitement of Godshill, Blackgang Chine and The Needles.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size, 1 x queen-size and 1 x twin with walk-in shower and basin.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Dining room.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available.
Roadside parking.
Rear patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub within 0.1 miles.
Note: There are steps internally, please take care