Title: Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking ## Photo gallery for Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking ![Exterior - Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39066500/39066429/7c097c51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39066500/39066429/cda1590d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39066500/39066429/53e49da6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39066500/39066429/873a4240.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking (Shanklin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39066500/39066429/ecc8ff59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Highlands offers luxurious apartments with unique quirks and special features, set in a grand mock Georgian manor house that boasts spectacular panoramic sea views across Shanklin. Each apartment benefits from oak furniture, leather sofas, and modern amenities like granite worktops and free WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking Highlands takes its name from the imposing Victorian residence that stood on the cliff top site for over 100 years. Originally built for the Lord Mayor of London, Sir James Thomson Ritchie, and subsequently used by Reverend William Page Roberts, Bishop of Salisbury, for his final years, it was later owned by the McAuslane family, who turned it into a well known hotel. After its closure, it was then used by Upper Chine School for its final years. After being left for a decade, the current Highlands was then constructed, a grand and impressive mock Georgian manor house that lived up to its predecessor in terms of scale and views across Shanklin. However, it was never finished and derelict, open to the elements, for a decade. Now, after an extensive refurbishment and conversion, it is now restored into 5 spacious, luxurious apartments. Each of the apartments offer their own quirks and special features, from the penthouse’s unique roof top conservatory and balcony with its fantastic views to the annexe’s duplex apartment, the property is spread across four levels from the garden to the penthouse with annexe to side. The property benefits from spectacular panoramic sea, town and countryside views around the building, going across to Sandown Bay, Shanklin town and the Downs towards Ventnor. All of the apartments benefit from oak furniture and leather sofas, oak floored living areas with fitted kitchens with granite worktops and all your key appliances, 32" LED TV with Freesat and DVD and free wifi. Communal gardens are available for all apartments to enjoy with seating available alongside off road parking and cycle parking bays. For apartment 5, the property is a garden floor apartment accessed via own entrance and direct access to communal garden. It has king with ensuite and twin bedrooms, as well as a bathroom and open plan lounge/dining/kitchen. We are able to provide a travel cot with linen and high chair for your stay at no extra charge. Apartments 1, 2, 3 and 4 are also available to book individually or in any combination for larger groups. The property is found on the coastal path between Shanklin and Sandown and just down the road from National Trust land and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is also a few minutes walk from the picturesque Old Village and its thatched cottages, plus shops, pubs, restaurants and the main town, as well as the cliff top, Esplanade and Shanklin’s beaches. Discounts or special rates on all car and foot passenger ferry and hover routes are available, so please get in touch after booking for details. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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21 ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Highlands Apt 5 Cliff Top Garden Free Wifi + Parking 416042 ## About the area Shanklin is home to this apartment. Shanklin Old Village and Appuldurcombe House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Brading Down Local Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary and Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre. [Visit our Shanklin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin.dx182640) [View more Apartments in Shanklin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shanklin-Apartments.d182640-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C50.62292%2C-1.17758&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BBUUfdwXUuE_dY0yM73dstHZYqc=) Shanklin, Isle of Wight ### What's nearby - ![One of the chocolate box thatched cottages on the isle of wight](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182640/300d3540-9419-44a7-8a90-9479d2e9fb16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shanklin Old Village 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![#lksawaydays on the #isleofwight spent some time at the very pleasant Shanklin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182640/670099a8-41f8-4ef9-a0c4-839af042cb91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shanklin Chine 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![June is a good time to visit - before the school holidays and a good chance of a few warm days. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182640/10c200c8-01be-4c6b-8301-7cb71dd0425c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shanklin Beach 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Picture taken a very short walk up the cliffs from the beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182521/f2eea72d-107d-48fb-a6bb-28e4226b85d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Isle of Wight Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Shanklin Theatre 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Shanklin Station 17 min walk - Southampton (SOU) 114 min drive ### Restaurants - The Falcon 15 min walk - The Barnhouse Bar & Restaurant 4 min drive - The Village Inn 6 min walk - Bayside Fish & Chips 16 min walk - The Plough & Barley Corn 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking? ### What time is check-in at Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking? ### What time is check-out at Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking? ### Where is Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Highlands Apt 5 - cliff top, garden, free wifi + parking Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen H. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous apartment Fabulous apartment in a lovely quiet area. Had everything you could hope for & more. Very comfortable beds & good quality linen/towels. Fantastic communication from booking to departing. 100% recommended ##### Karen H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham P. 10 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Classy, well equipped and homely The apartment is beautifully decorated with high quality fixtures and fittings. It is very well equipped and has everything you need. It is spacious and homely. Perfect position to explore the whole island. It made a brilliant base for a lovely holiday. ##### Graham P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorna R. 10 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful A stunning apartment decorated to a very high standard. 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