Home Farm Cottage, Shanklin

Isle of Wight. Sleeps up to 8

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.