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Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms

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A room with a view of the sea, a balcony with a railing, a bed, and two potted plants. - Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms (Shanklin)
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains. - Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms (Shanklin)
A house with a thatched roof and a pink exterior, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a view of the sea. - Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms (Shanklin)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a window with diamond-patterned glass. - Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms (Shanklin)
A well-maintained garden with a lawn, a variety of shrubs, and a view of the sea. - Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms (Shanklin)
Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 75 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms

  • Mole Cottage is a delightful thatched cottage that has been sympathetically modernised to provide a high standard of accommodation. Built in 1927 the cottage is situated in a picturesque location and enjoys panoramic sea views from the principal accommodation.

    Luccombe village is surrounded by miles of National Trust land, overlooking The English Channel, part way between the towns of Shanklin and Ventnor, both very popular with tourists and only a 5 to 10 minutes drive.

    Whilst Mole Cottage is set in an idyllic rural location secluded and "off the beaten track" the town of Shanklin, one of the best known resorts of the Island, is just 5 - 10 minutes drive.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 54 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Shanklin, this cottage is by the sea. Ventnor Park and Cineworld Isle of Wight are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Amazon World Zoo Park. Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre and Isle of Wight Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Shanklin travel guide
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Shanklin, Isle of Wight

What's nearby

  • A sunset over the ocean with a kite surfer and a distant coastline.
    Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A traditional building with a thatched roof, named 'Pencil Cottage,' featuring a shop and a tea garden.
    Shanklin Old Village
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a cliff overlooking the sea.
    Shanklin Chine
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A beach with a wooden walkway, pebbles, and a distant cliff.
    Shanklin Beach
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Shanklin Theatre
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station
    8 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU)
    102 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Falcon
    4 min drive
  • King Harry's Bar
    15 min walk
  • South East Beach Cafe
    4 min drive
  • The Waterfront Inn
    5 min drive
  • The Hideaway
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Rylstone Gardens and Shanklin Old Village. Shanklin Chine and Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 1 mile (2 km). Shanklin Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Mole Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

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From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect cottage

Just returned from another stay at Mole Cottage. And from the guest book we are not the only multi-returners! Excellent location and so peaceful - with badgers visiting every evening. Really lovely - already booked next year. Thank you to Emma for another super stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ben's fortieth

A really beautiful place to go to. Daughter and her husband went the whole week to celebrate his fortieth. They live in London,so was able to watch the ships and enjoy the wildlife. We joined them on the tuesday following our neurodiverent grand daughter over on her school trip. Naturally after getting to the cottage we would have liked more, however anxiety put the little first, every time. Emma the owner has made the place very homely, no shortage of anything.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Everything was wonderful

Everything was wonderful, have booked again for next year already. Views spectatular, garden beautiful, very comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another perfect break

This was our fourth stay at Mole Cottage. There’s probably no need to read further given that… We find the cottage to be a comfortable home from home, with added badgers, foxes and red squirrels. It’s far enough from the rest of the world to be tranquil, but close enough to not feel isolated. There is no doubt that we will stay again
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mole Cottage was beautiful. All the family loved it.Highlights were the sea view,the badgers the wonderful comfy bedrooms and the stunning stunning garden. Return right.Everything we needed for an excellent stay was thoughtfully provided. Only slight issue was that on the picture it looked as if we could park on the drive but it wasn’t big enough.However parking outside was not a problem as it a very quiet road and it wouldn’t deter me from giving this accommodation five stars all round.We hope to return.Thank you Emma.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mole Cottage

The perfect Cottage for a relaxing holiday. Wonderful views and a secluded peaceful location without being isolated. Hope to return again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was everything that was advertised - and more

It was everything that was advertised - and more The views are magnificent and the house is beautifullyu decorated and furnished. Very comfortable and in a delightfully peaceful location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely Spacious Property in a Quiet Location

A lovely spacious property which is modernised and has all the necessary facilities. We stayed in March and fed the badgers and fox which came to the patio. In a quiet location with views to the sea. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely days at Mole Cottage

Mole cottage was great, lovely views, comfy rooms, well equipped kitchen and plenty of room to move around in. We were fascinated with the badgers each evening, and enjoyed a few afternoons sitting in the garden overlooking the sea. Had a really lovely, relaxing time there and would happily visit again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our favourite place!

Another lovely visit - repeat visitors to this very special cottage. Everything you could need for a great break, an outstanding view and badgers visiting the garden every evening. Magical
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our perfect cottage

Multi - returners. This is a gorgeous cottage. Highlight of our year. And badgers visiting the patio every evening - wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic property !

Couldn’t fault this property !! We have stayed in many holiday cottages and this was by far the best , even great garden furniture in the garage !! Comfortable , clean and everything you could possibly need . This was definitely a home not just a holiday let . Badgers and fox visited every night !! Omg what a treat that was !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful cottage

The cottage was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. Large garden which was well maintained. The kids loved it. We were left a bag of nuts to feed a badger which comes every evening at dusk without fail ! This was a nice bonus for the kids . Would stay again
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Peaceful getaway

A lovely old cottage peaceful and quiet with lovely views…The side garden is especially secluded and quiet, On the negative side parking is not great, The cleaners don’t clean under the furniture or bathroom cabinets as I found out when I dropped something which rolled under Ugh !. But on the whole a lovely place to unwind and enjoy the badgers.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A delightful Cottage

Mole Cottage is like home from home. It has everything you could possibly need. The Cottage has amazing views and is private and quiet. Shanklin is the next village to Luccombe so amenities are close by. Having the badgers visit each evening is a real bonus too. The coastal walk is close so if you like walking then Mole Cottage is ideality situated. We had the need to call the maintenance team who dealt with our issue extremely promptly. We would certainly recommend this cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our stay at Mole cottage

Mole cottage is in a beautiful & peaceful location. The accommodation is very clean, spacious & comfortable with spectacular views to the sea. There are plenty of indoor entertainment activities available - books, games, puzzles etc if the weather is inclement. (However we didn’t need these) All of the facilities were clean & tidy & kitchen equipment easy to use. The added attraction was the evening visits in the back garden by a family of badgers who feasted on peanuts which we put out for them. On one occasion we saw a fox!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

lovely

We had another wonderful stay at Mole cottage, the weather was not the best we have had on the Isle land but as you turn the corner at the top of the hill and see the cottage the smile returns and the sun shines no matter what the weather. the cottage is well looked after and has every thing you need, just to sit in the garden and look at the views or watch the wild life from butterflies and bees to birds and badgers its just so peaceful.At night its just a short walk to the local pubs followed by a walk through the chine, or sit and watch the ships passing while you star gaze. The worst part of staying at Mole cottage is the leaving to go home
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Easter holidays at Mole Cottage (Shanklin, Isle of Wight)

Mole Cottage is in a fantastic location in Luccombe, 10/15 minutes walk from Shanklin old town. If you walk back to the cottage from Shanklin it is up hill, which is not a problem if you are fit and healthy, but do take this into consideration. The cottage is situated on a private road, so it was always very quiet, both night and day; there's parking for 2 cars just outside of the property. Being at the top of a hill meant that you are rewarded with a fantastic view out to sea from the lovely garden at the back and side of the property. It's great to watch some of the Channel Island ferries, cargo ships and tankers go by. It's also excellent for star gazing on a clear night. We were also very lucky to be visited by badgers each night, which was amazing to see! We loved watching them feast on the peanuts left out for them each night, right by the patio doors! The cottage was very well equipped to make our stay a very comfortable home from home experience. The layout worked very well for 4 adults and 2 children. The children could sleep in the large upstairs bedroom, whilst you could remain talking in the living room without disturbing them. We loved our stay at Mole Cottage and it made our visit to The Isle of Wight a very memorable one and would happily stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Icredible cottage

Short and simple: The Mole Cottage is simply beautiful and well-maintained. We will certainly return again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful quiet escape

Spent a week celebrating our parents 60th Anniversary the views were lovely and the cottage was a perfect setting
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A fantastic holiday home

We all had a wonderful holiday at this fantastic cottage. Great location, well equiped cottage. Wonderful views of the sea and surrouding countryside from the beautiful garden and wildlife, one night we had 4 badgers visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An idyllic holiday cottage.

Mole Cottage is a well maintained country cottage providing all facilities with wonderful views and a peaceful location. The evening visit by the badgers is an added bonus and the garden provides plenty of space for children to play safely.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Stay

Lovely cottage and bags of room. Badgers are a great experience, too. Bathrooms have great shower pressure and kitchen has every gadget and serving dish you would need. Warm and cosy cottage and very quiet. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Parking for two large cars, too.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

wonderful cottage and surroundings. couldn't fault it

A beautiful cottage in a wonderful location, stunning views and we chose a heatwave week to go, who could ask for more.The badgers were a source of entertainment every evening, sometimes three of them, they love peanuts apples and plums. We had a wonderful time and will definately come to mole cottage again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Magical

We loved the cottage. It suited all our party.. 5 of us, 3 generations and my husband is disabled. The bedroom/bathroom arrangements suited us. Every night we were visited by the badgers. We picked some of the blackberries in the garden. We loved the views. We enjoyed the food at The Village Inn (the seafood platter really good value); Blueberries cafe for breakfast. Really enjoyed a fish finger sandwich at off the rails in Yarmouth (enough for 2 people) Lunch at Bay watch at the Duver was also good. We hope to stay again one day.