Marine Villa in Shanklin, The Isle of Wight.

Marine Villa
Shanklin

Offering spectacular sea views over Sandown Bay, this fine detached holiday home is a former gentleman&rsquo;s residence, built in 1929 to a design by noted local architect, Ernest Smith. Standing in an elevated position with extensive landscaped gardens, it has a back gate to the coast path which leads down to the sandy Small Hope beach, 5 minutes walk away. The house contains a wealth of period features including an oak panelled reception hall and dining room, oak staircase and galleried landing, large bays and stained glass windows. Art Deco influences include large sun rooms on the ground and first floor, taking advantage of the gardens and breathtaking sea views. With children in mind, there is a family room with a selection of books, family games, toys and DVDs. This large property makes an ideal choice for extended families holidaying together. Attractions include wildlife centres, NT homes and gardens, picturesque villages, theme parks, countryside, coastline with beaches and natural rock formations. Shops, pubs and restaurants <frac>1/4</frac> mile._Ground floor: Living room. Second living room. Dining room. Sun room. Kitchen with utility/drying room. 1 double bedroom with wheelchair access to en-suite wet room and toilet. 2 separate toilets. First floor: Sun room. 5 bedrooms: 4 double (5ft), one with additional double sofa bed, one with additional day bed and pull-out single, one with en-suite shower room and toilet, 1 twin (4ft) with additional bunk (double at bottom, single at top) and double sofa bed. 3 bathrooms, all with shower over bath and toilet. _Gas CH, gas, elec, bed linen and towels inc. Cot. T/cot. Four h/chairs. DVDs. Stereo/CDs. Gas hob. Two elec ovens. Two m/waves. W/machine. T/dryer. Two d/washers. Freezer. Broadband connection. <frac>1/2</frac>-acre garden with furniture and sun loungers. Ample parking. No smoking please. Couples and family bookings only. NB: There are ponds and a fountain in the garden.