This pretty thatched cottage is beautifully situated in the grounds of Great East Standen Manor , ‘An area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’. Horses are kept in the 60 acres of grounds which also has a lovely lake. The peacefulness of the surroundings encourages a variety of wildlife. This is a wonderful walking area with footpaths leading to nearby downs and beyond. The village of Arreton, with its public house, tea room and village shop is within a ten minute walk. The sandy beaches of Sandown and Shanklin are less than a 15 minute drive away from the cottage.
This beautiful detached cottage dates back to 1300 and is built of Island stone and brick. It has recently been renovated with the greatest care and has been awarded the ‘Island Conservation Award’. The cottage has been very attractively furnished and equipped to a high standard. On the ground floor the layout is open plan with wonderful terracotta tiles and the cottage has a lovely light and spacious feel. There is a high quality modern fitted kitchen with hardwood worktops, an electric cooker and hob, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator; a very pleasant dining area where meals can be enjoyed; comfortable sofas with a television/video and DVD. A spiral staircase leads up to two pretty bedrooms with wonderful oak floors and attractive rugs. There is one twin bedroom and a spacious double room with views across the fields and a modern en-suite shower room with W.C and basin. There is also a separate bathroom with a lovely Victorian bath with claw feet, basin and W.C. The cottage is centrally heated. Heating and electricity at no extra charge. A folding bed/cot bed/ high chair available. A washing machine is provided in an adjacent barn.
The cottage overlooks lawns where visitors can relax. There is a pleasant patio area at the side of the cottage with garden furniture, a parasol and a barbecue. Two cars can be parked beside the cottage. Access is along a gravel lane. Regular bus service ½ mile.
Visitor Comments
James M- 11/09 - "One of the best cottages we have stayed in. Beautifully converted with excellent facilities. The owners were perfect hosts."
Anne S - 06/09 - "The cottage had been beautifully restored using very high quality materials. The surrounding estate and countryside were also very peaceful. We will return again."
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