The Island Holiday Company invites you to step into a storybook escape at this charming pet-friendly cottage, nestled by ancient woodland and just 1.3 miles from Shanklin’s beaches and Old Village. Perfect for couples or families, it’s a peaceful retreat with scenic walks all around and a stone courtyard where red squirrels often visit. A great spot to unwind, explore, and truly relax in the calm serenity that surrounds the cottage. The space Lovingly renovated, this charming cottage blends period character with modern comfort. Think exposed beams, wooden floors, and an inglenook fireplace with an ornamental log burner. The welcoming country-style kitchen opens directly from the front door, fully equipped for home-cooked meals, with a cosy dining area just steps away. Downstairs also features a luxurious bathroom with a slipper bath and underfloor heating—ideal after a day exploring the island. The comfy lounge offers an ornamental log-burning stove, TV, and plush seating for relaxed evenings in. Upstairs, you’ll find three beautifully presented bedrooms—one double, one twin, and one single—each with vintage-style touches and antique wardrobes. A sleek shower room with a Mira power shower and WC completes the upper floor. Extras include a separate utility area with a washing machine, modern appliances like a range induction cooker and dishwasher, plus high-speed Starlink WiFi (new for 2024). Heating comes via a new central heating system installed December 2025. Outside, enjoy al fresco meals in the private enclosed courtyard—ideal for morning coffee or evening drinks under the stars. There is driveway parking for two small cars or 1 large car with additional parking on the road. All towels and bed linen will be provided free of charge. The Island Holiday Company Are Able To Offer Exclusive Discounted Ferry Travel To The Isle Of Wight When You Book Your Holiday Through Us, please contact us for more information. We've partnered with Yhangry to bring exceptional dining right to your accommodation. From arrival meals to celebration dinners, enjoy restaurant-quality dining without ever leaving your new home. (Prices from £30pp). Start planning your getaway menu, by contacting us for more details. Please Note: A pre-authorised, refundable, security deposit of £150 will be required before arrival at the property. No money will be taken unless any damage is reported at the property within 14 days of your departure. There is no electric car charger on site and guests are prohibited from using the mains electric in the property to charge a car. If it becomes apparent a car is being charged without approval, then the guest may be charged an additional amount to cover the extra cost. Important Information: The Island Holiday Company are responsible for the full management of this property and should you need to contact us during your stay we are available between 9-5 Monday to Friday, We also operate an out of hours emergency service on the weekends - please refer to your property brochure left inside the property, for further information and contact details. No stag or hen parties are permitted at any of our properties. There is a strict no smoking/vaping policy, inside all our properties. Linens and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels as necessary. Guest access Regular buses are accessed from the end of the road, within a few minutes walk. Due to recent reduction across the Island of evening buses with Southern Vectis, we would recommend that for better travel access around the Island that a vehicle is either brought along with you, or a hire car arranged. We are happy to assist you with arranging a hire car, if required. Other things to note We now offer catering throughout your stay. From filled fridges on arrival, to breakfast, lunch or dinner. Message your host to book. This property will accept dog/s. The charge is £35 per dog, per week and we kindly ask that you bring your own dog bedding. Please ensure that you correctly add your pet when making your booking, so this additional cost is included. If it becomes apparent that you have brought a pet with you but did not advise us, we will contact you to request payment separately.