Title: 2 Apse Castle Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 2 Apse Castle Cottage Cottage in Shanklin with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for 2 Apse Castle Cottage ![Outdoor dining - 2 Apse Castle Cottage (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89409600/89409551/0d86d406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 2 Apse Castle Cottage (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89409600/89409551/8b58cd89_edited_0f9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player - 2 Apse Castle Cottage (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89409600/89409551/5f781c36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 2 Apse Castle Cottage (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89409600/89409551/861da319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - 2 Apse Castle Cottage (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89410000/89409600/89409551/8cd71940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on the outskirts of Shanklin, this 16th-century stone built cottage offers a warm welcome with its stylishly furnished interior and ancient woodland surroundings. Accommodating up to 5 guests, the property boasts a feature conservatory for dining and seating, modern kitchen facilities, lounge with log burner and Smart TV. Enjoy walks through woodland or cycle along the Red Squirrel path while appreciating the nearby seafront at Shanklin. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 2 Apse Castle Cottage The Island Holiday Company is delighted to showcase this beautifully presented and perfectly positioned cosy 16th-century stone built cottage. 2 Apse Castle Cottages is on the outskirts of the seaside town of Shanklin. Tucked away on the outskirts of Shanklin and surrounded by ancient woodland, this enchanting 300-year-old stone cottage is brimming with character and history. With its exposed wooden floors, original beams, and a magnificent inglenook fireplace housing a cosy log burner, it’s the perfect retreat for peace, comfort, and relaxation. Step inside and you’ll instantly feel the charm of times gone by — yet thoughtful modern touches ensure every convenience for today’s guests. The welcoming country-style kitchen, complete with everything you need to prepare hearty home-cooked meals, opens into a dining area ideal for sharing food and conversation with family and friends. The town, beaches and Shanklin Old Village are only a short drive away. The property is dog friendly and surrounded by ancient woodland with plenty of nature walks in every direction. The cottage can comfortably accommodate up to 5 guests and has been recently renovated and stylishly furnished by the owners. Upon entering the property through the bright and airy sunroom, guests are welcomed into a charming additional seating area thoughtfully designed to blur the line between indoors and out. This serene space features a stunning living wall, offering a tranquil, nature-inspired ambiance. The sunroom also provides a unique dining area and cozy seating, making it the perfect spot to unwind before stepping through the internal stable door into the cottage’s modern kitchen. Also located on the ground floor is the stylish family bathroom, complete with a bath, toilet, wash basin, and a heated towel rail. The comfortable lounge invites relaxation, featuring a log burner for cozy evenings and a Smart TV for entertainment. From the lounge, stairs lead up to three tastefully decorated bedrooms—one double, one twin, and one single—all sharing access to an upstairs cloakroom. Two off road parking spaces are located just in front of the property, making it convenient to unload luggage directly into the cottage. THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US. LOCATION: Within easy reach of the cottage are an abundance of footpaths, for walks through woodland and the surrounding countryside. Alternatively, hop on a bike and peddle along the 32 miles that make up the Red Squirrel cycle path, part of which follows the old steam railway line. A short drive takes you to the attractive seafront at Shanklin, which is often bustling with people gathering at one of the many restaurants or choosing a favoured spot for swimming and sunbathing along the extensive sandy beach. There's a variety of amusements to entertain all ages, including crazy golf, arcades and ice cream stalls. If you like exploring, then Shanklin Chine is a must, with its natural beauty surrounded by waterfalls, streams and rare plants. The entrance is situated within Shanklin Old Village amongst popular local restaurants, pubs and thatched cottages. ACCOMMODATION: GROUND FLOOR: Sunroom: accessed from the kitchen with seating and dining table, utility area with washing machine. Kitchen: electric hob and cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster and access to the conservatory Bathroom: bath, toilet, wash basin and heated towel rail Lounge: sofa, chairs, TV/DVD player, log burning stove FIRST FLOOR: Bedroom 1: double bed, beside cabinet, hanging rail and chest of drawers Bedroom 2: twin beds, bedside cabinet, hanging rail dressing table with drawers Bedroom 3: single bed, bedside cabinet hanging rail and chest of drawers Cloakroom: toilet and wash basin OUTSIDE: Private off road parking for up to 2 cars, to the front of the property ADDITIONAL CHARGES / SERVICES: We've partnered with Yhangry to bring exceptional dining right to your accommodation. From arrival meals to celebration dinners, enjoy restaurant-quality dining without ever leaving your new home. (Prices from £30pp). Start planning your getaway menu, by contacting us for more details PLEASE NOTE: Guests can choose to either pay a non-refundable damage waiver of £35 or provide a pre-authorised security deposit of £150 before check-in. If the security deposit option is selected, no money will be taken unless damage is reported at the property within 7 days after departure. This property can accept a maximum of 3 pet(s). The charge is £35 per pet, per week and we kindly ask that you bring your own bedding for your pet(s). Please ensure that you correctly add your pet(s) when making your booking, so this additional cost is included. If it becomes apparent that you have brought a pet(s) with you but did not advise us, we will contact you to request payment separately.. There is no electric car charger on site and guests are prohibited from using the mains electric in the property to charge a car, IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Island Holiday Company, are responsible for the full management of this property and should you need to contact us during your stay we are available between 9-5 Monday to Friday, We also operate an out of hours emergency service on the weekends - please refer to your property brochure left inside the property, for further information and contact details. The Island Holiday Company are responsible for the marketing only, of this property and the owner’s details will be made available to you by email ahead of your arrival, should you need to contact them with any issues or queries relating to your stay, please also refer to your property brochure left inside the property, for further information and contact details. No stag or hen parties are permitted at any of our properties. There is a strict no smoking/vaping policy, inside all our properties. Linens and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels and cot linen as necessary. Please be advised there is a narrow staircase between floors Please be respectful of the property and the neighbours during your stay; leaving the property as you found it on your arrival. A breach of the above rules and guidelines could mean forfeiture of the Security Deposit. THE ISLAND HOLIDAY COMPANY ARE ABLE TO OFFER DISCOUNTED FERRY TRAVEL TO THE ISLE OF WIGHT WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY THROUGH US. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 3 pets total - Fee: GBP 35 - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102020000/102016000/102015972/6ce9418a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hope Cottage Shanklin - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews CA $1,063 CA $1,253 total includes taxes & fees Dec 12 - Dec 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=102015972&PinnedHotelID=102015972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32917200/32917127/6352f184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Red Squirrel Lodge - UKC677 Wootton, near Ryde - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=32917127&PinnedHotelID=32917127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55580000/55577100/55577027/2cd614a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Poppy Lodge perfect for Bird Watching & Stargazing Ryde - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=55577027&PinnedHotelID=55577027&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112888800/112888800/19959dc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hayloft Queen Bower - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $638 CA $748 total includes taxes & fees Dec 13 - Dec 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=112888800&PinnedHotelID=112888800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106910000/106900700/106900637/bc30e6ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stone's Throw Away from the English Channel! 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Wootton Bridge - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $349 CA $349 total includes taxes & fees Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=102360036&PinnedHotelID=102360036&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Checkin 16:00-23:45 ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 35 Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 3 total pets Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 35 - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 444987 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.63095%2C-1.20319&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ehzq38t7i1Y_u_1FT2R_7mU2aPY=) Shanklin, Isle of Wight #### What's nearby - Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary \- 2 min drive \- 2.4 km - Shanklin Old Village \- 3 min drive \- 2.4 km - Shanklin Theatre \- 3 min drive \- 2.4 km - Shanklin Chine \- 4 min drive \- 2.8 km - Shanklin Beach \- 5 min drive \- 3.1 km #### Getting around - Shanklin Station - 5 min drive - Southampton (SOU) - 103 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Barnhouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬18 min walk - ‪The Falcon - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Village Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Crab Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Plough & Barley Corn - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 Apse Castle Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at 2 Apse Castle Cottage? ### What time is check-in at 2 Apse Castle Cottage? ### What time is check-out at 2 Apse Castle Cottage? ### Where is 2 Apse Castle Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 2 Apse Castle Cottage Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Apr 4, 2024 #### Thank you for accommodating a split week allowing us a short break on the Island and in between work Thank you for accommodating a split week allowing us a short break on the Island and in between work commitments, very flexible. Our stay was more than comfortable, lovely little cottage that seemed bigger on the inside than it looked from the outside. Lovely big kitchen. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### ALAN Jul 23, 2024 #### Long Stay Lovely old cottage close to Shanklin, We stayed for 6 weeks and it felt like home. Peaceful and quiet, surrounded by trees. Four minute drive to Shanklin town centre and the Old Village. Broadband could be stronger, there were dead areas in the cottage and same with cell phone ##### ALAN This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell Aug 11, 2025 #### Fine living Excellent accom. too big for us really .You could easily get 2 couples and their dogs in there.It is very handy for Shanklin beach,We basically lived in the conservatory which was excellent .We had several very hot days but the air conditioning is the best we have ever had outside of America ##### Russell ### 6/10 Okay #### adriana F. Aug 30, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy ##### adriana F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### James H. Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little holiday getaway ##### James H. 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