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The Old Post Office

(Ref. 1207127)

St. Lawrence near Ventnor, Isle of Wight Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x double
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin, and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room
  • Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for one car
  • Garden with patio and furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 2.2 miles, pub 1.7 miles, beach 0.2 miles
  • Note: No children under 12
  • Please note: The property owner may be able to offer discounts on ferry crossings, please call Sykes or the owner to arrange this

The property

Ventnor 2.2 miles.

The Old Post Office is an inviting house in St. Lawrence, Isle of Wight, with off-road parking, a patio garden, and the beach within easy reach.

Set across a single-storey layout, this neatly arranged holiday home is well-suited to couples or friends looking to spend their time close to the coast while enjoying a practical, thoughtfully planned base.

From the moment you arrive, there is a sense of ease to the space, with everything arranged on one level and the garden offering an instant invitation to step outside with a morning coffee or an evening drink.

Inside, the kitchen is equipped for laid-back self-catering, with an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, and toaster ready for slow breakfasts, picnic preparations, or suppers after a day out.

The living and dining room creates a natural hub for the stay, whether that means lingering over meals, settling in with the television, or simply taking a pause between outings.

When the day draws to a close, there are two well-presented bedrooms to choose from: a super-king-size with zip and link flexibility, and a double.

A shower room with a walk-in shower completes the interior.

In St. Lawrence, a shop and pub are within easy reach, while the nearby coastline encourages relaxed days by the sea, whether you follow the shoreline or pause at points to take in the views.

The Ventnor Botanic Garden offers an appealing nearby visit, with its unique microclimate supporting a wide variety of plant life.

Steep Hill Cove provides a tucked-away coastal spot with a distinctive setting, perfect for those looking to explore beyond the main beaches.

A short journey brings you to Ventnor, where Ventnor Beach, Ventnor Park, and the Isle of Wight Coastal Path provide plenty to discover.

Heading further, Shanklin offers Shanklin Chine, Rylstone Gardens, and its sandy beach, while Godshill is known for the Model Village, All Saints Church, and traditional thatched cottages.

Wherever the day leads, The Old Post Office makes a welcoming base on the Isle of Wight.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

Where you’ll be staying

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VENTNOR

Newport 10 miles; Cowes 15 miles.

The quaint Victorian seaside resort of Ventnor is located at the southern end of the island and accessed via an array of steep winding roads set amidst beautiful scenery. Sheltered by St. Boniface Down, one of the island's highest points and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this charming town has a uniquely mild micro climate enabling tropical and exotic plants to grow throughout the area. The gently sloping sandy and fine shingle beaches and coves provide excellent facilities for watersports and offer a range of stunning coastal paths to explore, while the harbour sells a broad range of fresh fish and locally-caught seafood. Ventnor is one of the Isle of Wight’s most prestigious food destinations with a good variety of high-quality restaurants,
Bistros, pubs and shops along the esplanade and close to the town centre. The Botanical Gardens are within easy reach and well worth a visit, whilst around the island there are great walking and cycling opportunities, medieval castles, historic houses and a variety of gardens, as well as the unspoilt fishing bay. This great holiday destination has plenty to offer all year-round, and it's easy to see why it's known as the prettiest place on the Isle of Wight!

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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