The Miclaran in Shanklin provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property offers allergy-free units and is located less than 1 km from Shanklin Beach. At the guest house, all units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The guest house provides certain units with sea views, and units have a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities. The guest house offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. Guests at The Miclaran can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Sandown Beach is 2.2 km from the accommodation, while Blackgang Chine is 16 km away. Southampton Airport is 61 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Shanklin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

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


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and comfortable. Alan and Sue had thought of everything that we could need for our stay. We had amazing views of the sea and use of their beautiful garden.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good choice for breakfast. Position of hotel in relation to cliff top paths was excellent. The views were beautiful as was the weather. It was a very quiet environment. Good to have parking.
  • Leigh
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Appreciated the cleanliness of property and as advertised breakfast very good and sets you up for the day. Alan and Sue were very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the stay.
  • Erin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly and helpful hosts, comfortable bed, very good breakfast, easy parking.
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was lovely especially the garden (we were very lucky with the weather) our hosts were wonderful & it was extremely comfortable & clean.
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spotlessly clean, comfy bed, delicious breakfast and lovely staff. Also a great location, right by the beach!
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fabulous location, views and hosts. There if you needed them but not intrusive, felt very at home. Fabulous breakfast, best eggs ever!
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was of very good quality, served on time and more was always available. The service was done with a smile no problems.
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional b&b wonderful and helpful couple, will be back :-)
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great customer service, very friendly. Brilliant breakfast. Nice location, near the coastal path for walking and the small town of Shanklin.

Managed by The Miclaran Guest House

Company review score: 9.7Based on 136 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
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroBankcardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 18:00.

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

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

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

  • Guests staying at The Miclaran can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • 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.

  • The nearest beach is just 650 yards from The Miclaran. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Room options at The Miclaran include:

    • Twin
    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin/Double