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The Birkdale

Guest House

5 Grange Road
SHANKLIN
Isle of Wight
PO37 6NN

Tel: 01983 862949 / 07359 182584

Isle of Wight, Accommodation, Serviced Accommodation, Shanklin

About

Warm welcome at The Birkdale
A warm welcome awaits from Lesley and Colin at their guest house, which is quietly situated in a side road just off the High Street of the picturesque Shanklin Old Village.

Seaside location Just a 10-minute walk down to the beach, you can take a stroll along the promenade or sit and enjoy a relaxing meal or drink. Also within easy walking distance of the guest house is the local town, Shanklin Chine, Shanklin Theatre and a wealth of places to eat and drink.

Fully furnished rooms
All rooms are en suite, individually furnished and equipped with fridge, flat screen smart TV with Freeview, hospitality tray, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, fan, and radio alarm clock. Of six available rooms, four are standard double or twin, two are superior rooms - one with a four-poster bed, one with a whirlpool bath and separate shower en suite. There is free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Relaxing and spacious areas
The guest lounge on the ground floor is available all day. Breakfast is served in the spacious dining room, also on the ground floor. Breakfast is offered from an extensive menu, which includes traditional full English. Special dietary needs can be catered for – please notify any dietary requirements when making your booking.

Parking at The Birkdale
Free off-road car parking is available for guests.

Discounted ferry travel
Ferries can be booked at discounted prices.

Book direct
Click here to book direct. Prices are based on 2-person occupancy per room, per night, inclusive of breakfast. Please note that children or pets are not accepted.

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

306 reviews

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Recent Reviews:

Charlotte K
5 day holiday at Birkdale
Saturday, 24th May 2025
I recommend the Birkdale without reservation. Everything was excellent: the welcome and attentive service from Colin and Lesley, spotless, quiet, very well equipped, very comfortable rooms, excellent... Read full review
MaudieAustralia
Melbourne, Australia
Trip Type:
Couples
An awesome Guest House!
Monday, 2nd June 2025
We arrived after a long flight from Australia and checked in at the Birkdale Guest House. From the minute we were greeted by Colin and Lesley we felt right at home at this venue. Our room was... Read full review
Christine H
Trip Type:
Couples
Just like coming home.
Thursday, 5th June 2025
This was our 4th visit to the Birkdale, just lie coming home. Lesley, Colin & Sarah are a dream team. Nothing to much trouble, everywhere spick & span and a great breakfast feast, what more could... Read full review

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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units: 6

Room / Unit Type	Room / Unit Tariff*
Double En-Suite	from £100.00 to £110.00 per room per night (breakfast included)
Superior Double En-Suite Whirlpool	from £110.00 to £120.00 per room per night (breakfast included)
Superior Four Poster Double En-Suite	from £105.00 to £115.00 per room per night (breakfast included)

*Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Facilities

Accessibility

Accessible Bedrooms
No dogs (Guide dogs accepted)

Catering

Cater for vegetarians
Early breakfast available
Serve breakfast
Special diets catered for

Children & Infants

No children allowed

Establishment Features

Adults only
Beach / Coast within walking distance
Central heating throughout
Ferry discount available
Groups welcome
Ironing facilities
Night Keys
No Pets
No smoking in dining area
Open all year round
Open New Year
Open on bank holidays
Prior Booking Recommended
Residents lounge open all day
Separate guests' lounge - Residents lounge available.
Wireless Internet Access

Leisure Facilities

Eating Out Within Walking Distance
Golf Course close by

Parking & Transport

Bus stop within walking distance
Car parking
Free parking
Off-road parking
On site parking
Railway station within walking distance

Payment Methods

Cash Accepted
Maestro
Maestro Accepted
MasterCard
MasterCard accepted
Visa
Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

No smoking
Non smoking establishment

Room / Unit Features

All rooms non-smoking
Baths some rooms
Colour Television all rooms
Colour television in all bedrooms
Digital TV All Rooms
Four poster bed some rooms
Four poster beds available
Ground floor bedrooms available
Ground Floor Room(s)
Hairdryer all rooms
Hairdryer in all bedrooms
Internet access all rooms
King sized bed some rooms
Queen sized beds some rooms
Radio all rooms
Radio in all bedrooms
Shaver Point/s
Showers all rooms
Spa bath some rooms
Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
Tea and coffee making all rooms

Specialist Features

Cyclists welcome
Short breaks available
Walkers Welcome

Map & Directions

Click here to view map

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Shanklin
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Ryde (Esplanade), straight along the Esplanade to the boating lake, follow the road round to the right onto A3055 to Sandown, A3055 to Shanklin.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, A3020 to Sandown, A3020 to Shanklin

*Note: if you have access to sat nav you may well find a quicker route

Public Transport Directions

Foot passengers

Island Line train service from Ryde to Shanklin Tel: 01983 812591

https://www.southwesternrailway.com/destinations-and-offers/island-line

From the train station walk straight ahead down Regent Street (main shops). At the end of the road turn right up High Street (by Boots) and continue into Old Village. Turn right at the Rock Shop onto Grange Road

Taxis are available at the station

Southern Vectis - The Island's buses - https://www.islandbuses.info

Access Information

BUILDING ENTRANCE

There are steps to the main entrance

Handrail by the steps

Steps to the main entrance: 4

RESTAURANT / BREAKFAST / DINING ROOM

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds), or access by ramp or lift to the restaurant/ breakfast / dining-room

Restaurant / breakfast / dining room provide meals for guests with special dietary requirements

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Non-smoking policy throughout the establishment

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Awards

Regional and Miscellaneous - Ferry Discount Available
Visit Isle of Wight Award Wight Gift Card Venue 2020

Opening Times

Opening (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

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