The Miclaran

37 Littlestairs Road, Shanklin, PO37 6HS, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>152</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
152 reviews

We had ourselves an amazing time at The Miclaran, brilliant setting for a weekend break away from the mainland. We were made to feel very welcome and comfortable at the guest house, the breakfast was cooked to perfection. The best thing must have been the Seaview from our room. Gardens are also fantastic. Alan and Sue are fantastic guest house owners and really know their stuff when it comes to their knowledge of the island.

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The Miclaran

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Situated on the Isle of Wight, in a quiet location between the popular seaside towns Shanklin and Sandown, The Miclaran Guest House holds a superb cliff top location enjoying stunning panoramic sea views over Sandown Bay to Culver Cliff. We offer a warm welcome, exceptionally clean comfortable accommodation and a great breakfast to start your day. Each room at The Miclaran features an en-suite bathroom with shower and free toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities, a hairdryer and a flat-screen TV, and most rooms have scenic views of the Bay. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and on-site parking. The landscaped garden overlooking the sea is available for guests to enjoy, the coastal path can be accessed nearby, and steps will take you down to the beaches below and Shanklin Esplanade. The bay offers a variety of water sports such as canoeing, sailing, and paddle boarding. The famous thatched Old Shanklin Village is a 15-20 minute walk away; where you will find an array of cafes, pubs, bistros and restaurants. Shanklin Railway Station is a 13-minute walk from the adult-only property. Ferries to the island are available from Portsmouth to Fishbourne, Lymington to Yarmouth or Southampton to East Cowes.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Shanklin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.9
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  • Lfc1980
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We had ourselves an amazing time at The Miclaran, brilliant setting for a weekend break away from the mainland. We were made to feel very welcome and comfortable at the guest house, the breakfast was cooked to perfection. The best thing must have...”
  • Alan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very warm welcome to the property. Room was clean, comfortable and quiet and equipped with tea, coffee and biscuits. Room was serviced every morning. Breakfast was good with a choice of cereals and cooked food. We had a sea view and could walk...”
  • Gerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was great and the sea view from the window 2nd to none. Room clean and tidy and made up daily. Hosts both very knowledgeable about the whole island close to both shanklin and sandown. Coastal path just at the end of the garden.”

Managed by The Miclaran Guest House

Company review score: 9.6Based on 152 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Husband and Wife team Sue and Alan have owned and run the Miclaran since 2013. The Miclaran was built in the 1930's and was given its name by the first owner who mixed up her children's names Michael, Clare and Alan to give Miclaran. We have 9 guest bedrooms: 3 king bedded rooms, 3 doubles, 2 twins and 1 single. Bedrooms are situated on the first and second floors of the building, are individually decorated, exceptionally clean and comfortable. Covid19 has proved a huge challenge to us all, and we have worked very hard to provide a safe environment for our guests. Welcoming and caring for others is at the very heart of what we do, as a smaller property you can be assured we will look after you to the best of our ability, delivering high standards of hygiene and cleanliness. We hold Visit England's 'We're Go to Go' Accreditation and have a flexible Covid Policy for guests.

Property information

Offering Bed & Breakfast for adults only, The Miclaran holds a superb cliff top location in a quiet residential area of Shanklin, enjoying stunning panoramic sea views over Sandown Bay to Culver Cliff. The garden, and most of the guest rooms all benefit from the beautiful sea views. We offer a warm welcome, exceptionally clean, comfortable accommodation and a great breakfast. The well kept garden is available for guests to enjoy; take your tea or coffee out to the terrace after breakfast, or enjoy a glass of wine before heading out to dinner, and watch the ships, ferries and yachts sail across the bay. The coastal path runs along the bottom of the garden and offers beautiful walks between Shanklin and Sandown. Steps nearby will lead you to Shanklin's beautiful sandy beaches below. The bay is sheltered and offers safe bathing plus a variety of water sports such as canoeing and paddle-boarding.

Neighbourhood information

The Miclaran is situated on the coastal path and the views are just beautiful. Walking to Shanklin you will discover The Esplanade, Fisherman’s Cottage, Shanklin Chine and the picturesque thatched Old Village. Sandown is in the opposite direction, from the Miclaran garden you can see the Pier jutting out into the Bay with scenic Culver Cliff in the background. When looking for somewhere to eat and drink you will be spoilt for choice with a range of tea rooms, cafes, pubs, bistros, bars and restaurants in Shanklin and Sandown. There are many interesting and picturesque places to visit on the island: Osbourne House, Carisbroke Castle, Quarr Abbey, the Isle of Wight Zoo, Steam Railway, Bus & Coach Museum, Boat Museum, Dimbola House, Farringford House, Ventnor Botanical Gardens the famous Needles landmark to name a few. The island is blessed with a consistently warmer and sunnier climate than the mainland, with 50% of the Island recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural beauty it is an excellent place for walking and cycling, with miles of cycle routes, footpaths, bridleways and the popular coastal path which circles the whole island.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Miclaran
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Miclaran takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Bankcard The Miclaran accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 18:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are requested to inform the property of their expected arrival time. This can be noted in the Special Request box when booking.

Please note that this is an adult-only property. Children are not permitted.

Car ferries to the Isle of Wight are available from Portsmouth to Fishbourne, Lymington to Yarmouth and Southampton to East Cowes. Passenger high speed ferries are available from Portsmouth to Ryde and Southampton to Cowes.

Guests travelling by train from London are able to buy a direct ticket from Waterloo to Shanklin which includes the high speed passenger ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde.

This property is offering a flexible policy for guests if their booking is affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The booking can be amended to a later date up to a year from the original booking date, subject to availability and seasonal price. The non-refundable deposit will be transferred to the amended booking.

Please inform The Miclaran in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 18:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

FAQs about The Miclaran

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from The Miclaran. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Miclaran can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Room options at The Miclaran include:

    • Twin
    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin/Double

  • The Miclaran is 0.8 miles from the centre of Shanklin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Miclaran may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Miclaran is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Miclaran offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach