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Sea View - an apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Outdoor dining
A large, historic building with multiple stories and a turret, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
A dining area with a table set for two, a sofa, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A stone staircase surrounded by dense foliage leading to a building with a blue roof.
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Shanklin Old Village
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

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Shanklin, Isle of Wight
  • Place, Shanklin Old Village
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Chine
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Shanklin Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Sea View - an apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

This lovely 2 bedroom apartment enjoys spectacular views over Shanklin, Sandown and the English Channel it is a truly beautiful retreat. The apartment is part of a recently refurbished period residence - previously a Victorian gentleman's residence. The building is light and airy and set in two acres of grounds, in a elevated and quiet coastal location, close to Shanklin Old Village and adjacent to National Trust land.

Sea View has an open plan living room with sofa and two tub chairs which boasts a large bay window were you can relax and take advantage of the magnificent uninterrupted sea views over Shanklin, Sandown and the English Channel.

The kitchen is fitted to a very high specification and patio doors leading off the living room to an outside balcony with table and chairs. The double bedroom has fantastic sea views as does the twin bedroom. The tiled bathroom has bath with shower over.

There are extensive mature gardens at the rear to wander and relax in and take in the stunning sea view. Parking is to the front of the house.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Property # 8505742
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Shanklin

Located in Shanklin, this cottage is by the sea. Pirates Cove Adventure Golf and Pirates Cove - Shanklin are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Amazon World Zoo Park. Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre and Isle of Wight Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Shanklin, Isle of Wight

What's nearby

  • Shanklin Old Village - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rylstone Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shanklin Chine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shanklin Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shanklin Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 13 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Falcon - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪King Harry's Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • Bonchurch Inn
  • ‪South East Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea View - an apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sea View - an apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sea View - an apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea View - an apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sea View - an apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Rylstone Gardens, Shanklin Old Village and Shanklin Chine. Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Shanklin Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Shanklin Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Good weather, it was a heatwave

Apartment was clean, and linen and towels provided. Had very good weather, hot and sunny everyday. Thankyou for the pint of milk and complimentary tea and coffee.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

A view that is hard to beat!

What a beautiful flat! If you want a light-filled, comfortable apartment with absolutely stunning views of the sea and coast from every window, this is a great choice. Beautiful, old imposing building, tastefully furnished, very comfortable beds with lovely fresh linen, great bathroom and kitchen and even a balcony to sit out on. It's lovely & quite and very close to Shanklin but is up a very steep hill so a car is definitely recommended. Great customer service from Island Holiday Homes. The roller blind in the main double bedroom needs repairing, and a second tea-towel would be great, otherwise everything was great!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda C.

Stunning views and peaceful location

A real haven and worth climbing the hill for. Perfect for solo travellers. Clean and comfortable. Make sure you bring a few dishwasher tablets/washing up liquid and bin liners as there were none provided at the property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning views!

Our recent stay at Sea View was amazing, the appartment was cosy, but everything paled into insignificance compared to the views of the stunning coastline of the Isle of Wight. I can even overlook the rated dated procedure of the keys being posted to me ans having to drop them back after we had checked out!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Seema D.

Fantastic views

We booked a last minute holiday and were very happy to have found SeaView. The staff were very helpful in sorting out the keys etc out of hours. The location and the grounds are beautiful. The apartment itself is comfortable and has all the essentials. It could be slightly cleaner, but otherwise all good.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Luccombe

Beautiful peaceful location on 2nd floor of old mansion. Views out to sea are breathtaking. Happy to reccomend this property. Weather was very good when we were there in Sept. You can walk into Shanklin within few minutes and in the other direction you can pick up the coast path walk to Ventnor from road outside property. . .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lucky with the weather.

Had a nice holiday, thankyou. Lucky with the weather some days, the flat got warm in the sun, but when wet or windy, the old windows rattled, and it got cold and felt damp. TV and hi fi are dated. Seating bit uncomfortable. Nice sea view, on cliff, top of a steep hill.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet & Peter P.

Good apartment for two people.

Stunning views from the apartment. Quiet location. Good space for a couple. good wifi. Storage space in second bedroom very limited. Good appliances but lacked enough cutlery particularly if booked for four people. Customers need to be made aware that toilet and kitchen rolls and washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets are not provided which we found surprising.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

July 2024

A lovely apartment. Fantastic views lovely gardens and good location and plenty of car parking space. The only issue we had was wardrobe space The wardrobe in the 2nd bedroom was a child's wardrobe and wasn't tall enough for adult clothing and the wardrobe in the main bedroom was full of stuff leaving very little space. Some of the furniture was old and tired and could do with replacing
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Rosie F.

Shabby, Well worn and dated, NOT 'recently' refurbished in the last decade

At least 10 complaint issues arising daily. Grubby, floor skirting boards, dirty & old food under furniture(no show of a deep clean in past few years). Old tired crockery/cutlery, had to eat off 4 plastic plates. Tumble dryer did not work, bathroom health hazard x broken panel in top corner under sink, grimy grey slime underneath of bathmat. Pealing cupboard door next to oven. Beautiful views from lounge area/bedrooms be CAREFUL, no window restraints to stop these beautiful windows opening to full capacity x 4ft = danger of falling out. No love in this apartment which is in a beautiful building/area.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Great location - poor internal standard

This apartment is certainly in a stunning location with wonderful views and gardens and good parking. Apart from the kitchen which is relatively well equipped and clan, the rest of the place is in dire need of a deep clean; it’s soft furnishings are worn out (the pillows and towels are particularly clapped out) and there is a dangerous level of black mould in the tiny bathroom. The second bedroom is not big enough for two kids let alone adults and the flat’s large windows and high balcony mean it is not suitable for children. The bathroom needs major reconfiguration and refurbishment – there is zero shelf space, not enough towel drying space, no door hooks and a disgusting mould-infected shower screen. This is not a professional holiday let – it is somebody’s private holiday gaff that is being let to offset the owner’s costs – all of these issues (and more) have been reported in the visitor’s book over the last 2-3 years. There are other flats in this building on other letting sites that appear to be in much better order.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

3rd stay at Seaview

This is our 3rd stay at Seaview. We keep coming back because of the fantastic view. However this flat needs lots of TLC. Bathroom was a bit grim with black mould around bath. Window was cleaner this year so we were pleased about that. However when open the windows, windowsills (where window was and outside windowsill) were so dirty ..full of cobwebs and dead bugs !! Couldn’t open the window in small bedroom because dead bugs & dirt were coming onto bed. We think no-one clean them. Please clean windowsills inside & out, and get rid of black mould around bath. Thank you for painting outdoor furniture, however the parasol was broken and unable to use it ..such a shame. Still, We had a lovely time there overlooking beautiful views and seeing red squirrels running around the garden was so special. Look forward to coming back again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Quiet and perfect for our half term break

We enjoyed our stay and would happily return. The flat was spacious for the two of us and was well equipped with a large fridge/ freezer and dish washer. There is a Lidl or Coop so you can do a shop and stock up. Nice touch to have milk and biscuits for us on arrival. WiFi was fine and no issues. The views from the bay windows were amazing. The bed was comfortable and hot water and heating all worked fine and radiators heated quickly. It was a good location and a walk down the hill to the old town where we got some great fish and chips from the happy haddock and about 15 mins from the beach (the coastal path was closed so you couldn’t follow that down to the beach). Along the beach there is also crazy golf. It’s also a short walk to a bus stop which we used to get the number 3 to Sandown. You can easily drive to all the major attractions. We were able to park fine but should the car park be at capacity in busier months it could be hard if there are too many cars. Slight issue getting the key out the compartment box (make sure you move the little black toggle thing). Having that clearer on the instructions would be helpful as it wasn’t obvious to us. The view was great but we had heavy rain one day which dripped through the timber frame and we had to put towels down. The apartment was clean but could do a slight tidy up (removing dust in bedroom and communal area behind the telly). Kitchen and bathroom were very clean though. Other reviews mention lady birds and there were several there in the living room. The Sky box didn’t work and they have a dvd player so bring your own. No streaming like Netflix which would be good for people to log into but it wasn’t a smart tv. It is just free view. We did make use of their cluedo board game. All in all we’d be very happy to stay again and make the most of the balcony in the warmer months. A nice place to stay - convenient, good value and the team at Island Holiday Homes were really friendly and helped book the ferry which was great.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gorgeous Location BUT

This apartment is in a great location with amazing views out to sea. It is quiet and relaxing. The balcony is a comfortable size to sit out on, but you are exposed to your neighbours, just a few feet away. A screen is definitely needed here. It is up a hill but we did not find this a problem. The slope is not that bad. It has everything you need for a few days break. Take some dish washer tablets with you, as they are not provided. BUT, we found this apartment in need of a bit of TLC. Nothing major but just some maintenance and some updated wardrobes, furniture in general. The laminate flooring creeks badly and drove us mad. The neighbours must be able to hear it too. Not good especially at night. The cleanliness of this apartment concerned us most. I am not sure if the cleaner had been in before us or not. The toilet was dirty. The shower head and bath had hair in it. The basin still had soap around the bases of the taps. I had to deep clean the bathroom myself. Two out of four white towels provided were stained. I also had the deep clean the kichen sink. It did smell a bit but after cleaning with a little bleach, it looked like new. I hope that the owners take time to just update this apartment. It really could be so much nicer.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andrea F.

Ruhig gelegen mit fantastischer Aussicht

Die Aussicht ist einfach fantastisch. Besser als in unseren Vorstellungen. Ein Fernglas sollte nicht vergessen werden. Wir haben uns schnell eins bestellt und liefern lassen. Zu beobachten: Eichhörnchen, Vögel, Boote und die Kinder sind überzeugt Delfine gesehen zu haben. Die Einrichtung des App. könnte ein Upgrade bekommen und ein bisschen ansprechende Dekoration, doch es verfügt über alles was man benötigt. Bei der Aussicht und dem herrschaftlichen Garten leicht darüber hinweg zu schauen. Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Zeit dort. Morgens Sonnenaufgänge(wenn man früh genug dran ist) und wenn man am Abend im Sessel re. vorm Erkerfenster saß konnte man einen Teil des Sonnenuntergangs beobachten. Sehr zu empfehlen Restaurant „The best dressed crab“ in Bembridge. The seafoodplatter war lecker. Reservierung nötig. Nicht vergessen ein paar Wanderungen einzuplanen.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Allison W.

Lovely location with amazing views.

Lovely location with amazing views. We really enjoyed the balcony. The flat was functional and served its purpose but lacked that home-from-home feel. There was a terribly unpleasant, musty smell from the moment we stepped inside. We tried opening windows to air it and spraying air fresheners, but just couldn't shift the odour. Is there a hidden damp problem somewhere? It didn't help that there is absolutely nowhere to dry wet towels etc and the fan in the bathroom was totally ineffectual. The wifi was very intermittent but probably not a lot the host can do about that. All the same we really loved our stay on the IOW and will definitely return, but probably to a different apartment. Thanks
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Quiet location with good access to walks.

Cosy apartment with wonderful views and great location for walks. Excellent customer service from Island Holiday Homes.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great see view from the sitting room

It was clean and tidy with modern facilities. Beautiful views from every angle! The only downside is that the blinds were not blocking the light in the morning. It would be great if blackout blinds are fitted.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review Seaview. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. The windows are fitted with black out blinds behind the vertical blinds, apologies these were not apparent to you or if they were broken in some way. We hope to see you in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Fab Views of Isles of Wight

House sits high up on steep hill with fantastic view across the Island and mainland and a large Garden with plenty of seating and views. Property is easy to find with plenty of parking, 1st floor apartment no lift access but carpeted big stairs to apartment. Very clean and light Apartment bathroom is on the small side but usable, nicely equipped Kitchen all appliances you need and utensils. Its a fare walk to the town or beach around 10 mins down hill just a hard walk back needed a few stops (unfit)
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stunning Views!! ... Shame about dirty windows

This is our 2nd stay at Seaview. We love to stay here because of the stunning views. It is a shame the windows and windowsills (outside) are so dirty and full of cobwebs & dead bugs. It was bad 2 years ago and even worse this time. Luckily the weather was good, so windows were open most of the time so we could still enjoy the beautiful sea views. Outside table & chairs were such a state. (We did mention it 2 years ago) But we were really pleased with new addition of a parasol !! We could sit out without too hot. Thank you for that. Also we woke up at 4am as bedrooms were so bright (blind doesn't work well) You need eye mask! Overall, we enjoyed our stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review Seaview. The owner is greatly sadden to learn that the windows have not been attended to. They employ a window cleaner to do this on a regular basis. They have discovered that the window cleaner has failed them and has not completed the required cleans. We have now checked the property and the windows have been now cleaned. The owner is looking into the patio furniture. The windows are fitted with black out blinds behind the vertical blinds, apologises these were not apparent to you. We look forward to you returning to Seaview in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mick j.

Fantastic position

Great holiday in Seaview apartment but needs a little TLC and new comfortable lounge and balcony furniture. Please more attention to detail and cleaning as this is a fantastic property.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views from a comfortable property

Marvellous location with good car parking and an apartment that provided us with a comfortable stay Looking forward to revisiting
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Accommodation is fine.

Accommodation is fine, although maybe becoming a little dated. Location is up hill from Shanklin, which may not be good for a walk home for some.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ian B.

Please clean the windows!

We’ve stayed here numerous times over many years as we love the apartment due to it’s location. One of the main attractions is the view as seen in the promotional photos, however, these photos are several years old and the windows have not been cleaned in that time such that they are frankly filthy. Therefore, the outlook is less “sea view’ but more ‘permanent fog’. Such a shame to witness the deterioration of such a fine holiday property. I’m sure it could be rectified quickly.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
We are pleased that you had a lovely break. We value guest feedback and thank you for highlighting that the windows are in need of cleaning. The owner is arranging for the windows to be cleaned as soon as possible and has put in place new housekeepers. We reviewed the photos on our website in the early spring and added some new updates due to minor changes internally but we will review these once again. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the summer and hope that you will be able to enjoy the view as much as before.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

At the top of a steep hill

Glorious views and lovely grounds. However, we arrived in March when it was cold and windy. The windows and doors in the flat are poor fitting and rattled loudly, letting in a lot of cold air. What a relief when the wind dropped. Bathroom is very cramped. Internet was unusable during our stay. We could not even load emails. Had to use a mobile phone as a hub.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review Seaview. Unfortunately due to its exposed coastal location it can suffer from the prevailing sea wind in the winter months. It is a great shame that we were not informed that the internet was not working as we have liked the opportunity to try and resolve this for you. We have not received any feedback in the past that the internet has been an issue. We hope that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back to the Isle of Wight in the future.

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