Squirrels' Drey Cottage Shanklin Isle of Wight

Two bedroom character holiday cottage

Isle of Wight
Holiday Cottage

Now taking bookings for 2025!   

See calendar for remaining dates.  Short breaks are available from November to March (minimum of 3 nights) excluding school holidays.

Situated in the Old Village part of Shanklin, this newly renovated cottage has a patio garden and a balcony is located on the former site of the Upper Chine School for Girls. Today this charming holiday home makes an ideal base to explore the island

The golden sandy beaches stretch for miles and the Esplanade is packed full of amusements and crazy golf as well as several places to eat. Away from the beach, the main town hosts a multitude of shops, cafe, bars and restaurants to enjoy. The Old Village is world famous for its pretty thatched cottages, with cosy tea rooms, pubs, restaurants and craft shops to discover.

Where

Shanklin, Isle of Wight

Situated in the Old Village part of Shanklin opposite the lovely Big Meade Park

4-5 minute walk to Shanklin Old Village and a further 10 minute walk to the beach!

Sleeps

Four people 

With two double bedrooms One with luxury Super king or twin (zip & link) and one with a Hypnos king size there’s room for everyone.  Sorry no Pets allowed.

 

 Weekly Cost

From £849.00 per week*, including Southampton to Cowes car ferry crossing for up to four passengers.

Available for bookings year round. Short breaks (min 3 nights) are available November to March. (Excluding Easter, Christmas/New Year & half term dates)

*A non refundable deposit of £150.00 per week required at the time of booking – Balance due six weeks before travel. New bookings require a  security deposit of £150.00 to cover any loss, damage, smoking fumigation etc, taken via bank transfer the week before arrival.  This is refundable on completion of a satisfactory inspection.

 

Location

Shanklin Old Village

Shanklin Old Village is a small part of Shanklin Town, it contains some of the oldest dwellings on the Island of which the majority are thatched. It is on a slightly lower level than the town of Shanklin and is famous for its gift shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants.

Located in the old village of Shanklin within easy reach of the beach, town, shops, pubs and restaurants, not forgetting the stunning Shanklin Chine.

Accommodation

 This newly upgraded traditional stone cottage with exposed beams has a fully equipped kitchen including a microwave and washing machine. It has full gas central heating that makes it suitable for year-round holidays. The lounge diner has a feature fireplace with electric log burner and patio doors which take you to the garden with its table and chairs.

Upstairs has two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower (no bath). The double bedroom is located at the rear of the cottage and has a Hypnos king size bed. This room has patio doors leading on to a furnished balcony overlooking the top part of Shanklin Chine. The Superking/twin bedroom is situated to the front of the property and enjoys views over Big Meade Park opposite.  

Free Parking – There is one allocated car parking space for the cottage and extra parking in an overflow car park.

At present there is no Electric car charging available

The Cottage includes:
  • Own private fibre WIFI 
  • Kettle 
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Hob
  • Fridge/Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Washing Machine
  • Iron and ironing board 
  • Smart 4K TV
  • DVD Player
  • Under counter kitchen items provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Dishwasher 
  • Security – Exterior CCTV on property 
  • Beds made upon arrival and towels included (Cottage use only) PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BEACH TOWELS!

There’s strictly no smoking or vaping in the cottage. 

Sorry no pets.  No overcrowding/subletting or parties allowed

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How to book
Squirrels’ Drey

The calendar below shows the current availability of the cottage. If you’re interested in booking please either give us a call on 07725 906800 or send us a message through our contact page.

Weekly cost from £849.00 per week (2024) which includes Southampton to Cowes ferry crossing, for one vehicle & up to four people. The cottage’s changeover day is Sunday in peak season, but can be flexible on other dates. 

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