Historic Setting: The Snowdon House in Shanklin offers a 4-star guest house experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy garden views and a quiet street setting.
Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include carpeted floors, TVs, and wardrobes.
Exceptional Facilities: The property provides free WiFi, a lounge, and housekeeping service. Free on-site private parking is available.
Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including American and full English/Irish. Guests appreciate the quality and variety.
Prime Location: Shanklin Beach is a 4-minute walk away. Nearby attractions include Blackgang Chine (15 km) and The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary (5 km). Southampton Airport is 60 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“Staff were lovely and very helpful, great breakfast”
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Sarah
United Kingdom
“Was very clean and room was large with TV and sofa, host was lovely and very friendly”
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Deb
United Kingdom
“Room was spacious and bright. Breakfasts were excellent. Cooked very well. Not over facing. Sally was a wonderful host. Gave us tips where to visit. There was plenty of information in the reception area.”
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Jacquie
United Kingdom
“Sally was welcoming and the breakfasts were amazing. Room very clean and facilities were excellent”
John
United Kingdom
“The room was spotless, spacious, and clean. Excellent breakfast. The owners and staff were very welcoming and friendly.”
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Gulcan
United Kingdom
“Everything was perfect. The owners were always happy to help”
Shi
United Kingdom
“The room is perfect. Big space and very clean. Breakfast is surprising. Love it!”
Amanda
United Kingdom
“Immaculately clean and comfortable, lovely big very comfortable bed and very spacious room. Great to have such a great choice for breakfast”
Claire
United Kingdom
“Really good location - walking distance to the centre, Old Shanklin/Chine and the sea-front. Good access to the bus stop that goes into Newport and the Festival. The room was large and very clean. Pleasant owners who were very helpful. ...”
Xuanci
United Kingdom
“Breakfast is delicious. Landlord is friendly, Room is clean and nice.”
Host Information
Company review score: 10Based on 72 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company information
My husband Mike and myself, Sally, have been running Snowdon House since 2001. The property is situated in a lovely part of the Island and is between the beach and the town. We have many interests which include a classic car which we take to car shows, and volunteering at Shanklin Theatre just to name a couple.
Property information
Snowdon House is a beautiful Victorian building built in 1868 and is situated between the beach and the town. Each room is individually decorated to reflect the age of this property.
Language spoken
English
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
The guest house has no rooms with sea views.
VAT is not applicable.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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