The Chestnuts - 4-Star Hotel in Shanklin

The Chestnuts offers 9 letting rooms, including family suites and en-suite doubles. Each room has a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and extras like chocolates or cookies. Ground-floor rooms can be set up as a twin or a king-size bed, and superior rooms offer extra wardrobe space.

Breakfast uses local ingredients and includes a full English/Irish menu with vegetarian options. Guests order the night before, and the cooked breakfast is served between 8 and 9. The breakfast room provides a self-service selection of cereals, yogurt, fruit, and toast alongside hot drinks.

The Chestnuts is 400 metres from Shanklin Beach and a 5-minute walk to the town's restaurants and shops. Shanklin railway station is a 10-minute walk, with island bus services nearby. Attractions such as Dinosaur Isle and Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary are within a short drive.

Hosts Hayley and Nick provide personalized service, including recommendations for local attractions and activities. The guest house has a garden and sun terrace for outdoor relaxation, plus secure off-road parking for up to 6 cars. Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and a guest fridge in the breakfast room are available.

Families can book family suites or interconnecting rooms to accommodate groups. The property offers board games and puzzles for children. Breakfast options accommodate various dietary needs, including gluten-free bread and granola for coeliac guests.

Breakfast: Locally sourced ingredients with vegetarian and gluten-free options

Rooms: 9 letting rooms including family suites

Location: 400 metres from Shanklin Beach

Parking: Secure off-road parking for up to 6 cars

Service: Personalized local advice from hosts Hayley and Nick

Family: Board games and interconnected rooms for groups