Hope Cottage, The Isle of Wight.
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Hope cottage is a dog friendly, three-bedroom holiday home, highly suited for families its able to comfortably accommodate up to six guests in a range of different sleeping configurations. Located in the charming village of Shanklin. Whether you want to spend your days away on the sandy beach or explore the many attractions on the island, this will be the perfect base. Inside, the house has been tastefully furnished, on the ground floor you’ll find an incredibly spacious and modern, open plan kitchen dining room and seating area finished with comfortable sofas and Smart TV, the kitchen is well equipped with all the necessary mod cons. You also have a separate lounge with sumptuous large sofa for a cosy movie night in, (the sofa can be made into a king size sofa bed as an alternative sleeping option) Upstairs, the three bedrooms provide the perfect places to rest your weary head after a busy day. You have a super king bed (which can be made into a twin room on request) a king size bedroom (which can be made into a twin room on request) and a further twin room. Outside the enclosed rear garden has two tiers, the lower tier has a large, paved patio area complete with garden table, chairs and a barbeque, this is the perfect spot to sit and enjoy a bite to eat or a glass of wine, whilst the upper tier has been astro turfed and provides a safe play area for children as well as a large shed to store bicycles. Hope Cottage is located just a short stroll from Shanklin Old Village, famous for its thatched cottages, quirky gift shops and traditional tea rooms. Shanklin Theatre is just a five-minute walk from the house or if you fancy a day at the seaside, Shanklin Seafront and its amusements are also nearby. . THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US. LOCATION: The seaside town of Shanklin is well served by public transport around the island with regular buses and the railway ‘Island Line’ to Ryde and Sandown. The main town is only a 5 minute walk and offers a multitude of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants to entertain all ages and tastes. During the summer months the seafront is bustling with people gathering at one of the many restaurants or choosing a favoured spot for swimming and sunbathing along the long, golden beach. There is a lot of fun to be had for all the family with a variety of traditional seaside amusements, including crazy golf, arcades and ice cream stalls. If you like exploring, then Shanklin Chine is a must; with its natural beauty surrounded by waterfalls, streams and rare plants. The entrance is situated within Shanklin Old Village amongst popular local restaurants, pubs and thatched cottages. Over half this beautiful island is protected as an Area of Outstanding Nature Beauty, so why not take a day to explore some of the stunning scenery by taking a drive along the Military Road. Travel west from Shanklin, through Ventnor, a coastal town that clings to the cliff side and is famously the preferred holiday destination for aspiring Victorians; perhaps stopping on route to get lost in the peaceful Ventnor Botanic Gardens. The final destination being Freshwater Bay, with its sparkly, clear water and breath-taking views and cliff top walks. Park in the Bay and walk up to Tennysons monument. To really blow the cobwebs out, continue to the most western point of the island and the landmark Needles. The birds eye view is worth the hike and refreshments are on hand at the Old Battery, which was the Victorian coastal defence and secret rocket testing site, perched above The Needles. Dropping down the other side of the Tennyson down, Alum Bay comes into view. The twenty-one different coloured sands create a distinctive backdrop for the shingle beach. For those with a head for heights, take the chairlift up and down to the beach, to see The Needles from a difference perspective. Out of the many other island attractions, why not follow in the footsteps of Queen Victoria and visit her favourite summer residence. Osborne House and gardens was designed in the style of an Italian Renaissance palazzo by the Queen’s beloved husband Prince Albert. In contrast, a day spent at Blackgang Chine will ensure you a rather different Victorian experience; having opened in 1843, it remains the oldest themed attraction in the UK. ACCOMMODATION: GROUND FLOOR Open plan kitchen/diner & seating area: fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller, 5 ring gas hob, electric oven, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, microwave, breakfast bar with two stools, dining table with 6 chairs, French doors out to rear garden, 2 sofas, Smart TV, coffee table. Cloakroom: washer/dryer, toilet, wash hand basin Lounge: large sofa (can be made into a king size sofa bed as an alternative sleeping option), Smart TV FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1: zip and link super king bed (can be made as a twin on request), beside cabinets, hanging rail, chest of drawers, desk, and