The House | Tall Timbers, Ventnor

Dormitory

3 bunk beds (sleep 6) and a chest of drawers.

There is also a travel cot if required.

Free Wifi

Tall Timbers has a fibre broadband connection (around 20mpbs) with WiFi throughout the house.

Conservatory

The conservatory is split into two rooms by a glass divide + door.

The first half (accessed from the dormitory room) includes a small television and DVD player, beanbags and a double sofabed, so can be used to keep children entertained or as a separate bedroom.

The second half has doors to the rear garden and includes children’s art ‘stuff’ and a large circular dining table surrounded by 8 chairs. (An additional table and 6 chairs can be found in the utility room)

Lounge

2 three-seater sofas
Large leather armchair
Coffee table
Electric ‘fire’
42″ Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix and usual internet-based applications
DVD / Bluray Player (with a selection of films)
Nintendo Wii (with a selection of games)

Kitchen / Breakfast Room

Includes:

Large fridge & freezer
Electric oven
Gas hob + extractor
Dishwasher
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
All cutlery, crockery, glassware etc.
Plenty of cupboard and drawer space
U-shape layout with lots of worktop space
Walk-in pantry
Breakfast table with four chairs

Decking and Patio

Both areas have tables and chairs, and also a chimenea and BBQ, both of which should be used with appropriate care.
Be aware that the decking area can be slippery when wet.

Large Rear Garden

There are various levels to the rear garden, including large flowerbeds and areas of tropical trees, a patio with table and chairs, a lawn with Swingball, large decking with BBQ and the top deck.

As Tall Timbers is built into a cliff, there are lots of slopes and drops on the property. Please be especially aware that the top decking and steps up to it should be used with care, and children should be accompanied in the rear garden. Please do not attempt to climb the cliff at the rear of the property.

Car Port

Although you can’t actually fit a car in here, due to the gardening equipment, there is plenty of space to store your outdoor gear so you can keep it out of the rain. There is also access to the back garden through the car port.

Entrance Porch

This is where you’ll find the front door to the house. There is also space for coats and footwear.

Large Front Garden

The front garden includes areas of lawn, flowerbeds, the pond, summerhouse and drive, with access along the side of the house to the rear garden.

As Tall Timbers is built into a cliff, there are some large drops. In the front garden, there is a steep rockery from the top of the drive to the lawn below. Please ensure that children do not climb on the rockery and that everyone is aware of the drop!

Pond

The pond is quite deep and has no fence or netting. If you have children with you, please ensure they are properly supervised when in the front garden.

Central Heating

The house uses warm-air central heating controlled with a Nest thermostat. If you’re visiting in the chillier months, we’ll try to get the house nice and warm for your arrival!

Car Parking

There is space for one car at the top of the drive (level with the front door) and for two others car at the bottom of the drive. There is also plenty of additional space in the road right outside the gates.

NB. Turning round at the top of the drive is tight

"Harry Potter" Understairs Bedroom

Single mattress on the floor

Shelves with Harry Potter books, “magic potions”, wands and a journal to write about your stay.

Utility Room

Accessed through a lockable door from the main hallway, this room includes:

Washing Machine
Tumble Drier
Cupboard with tools (in case needed)
Ironing board and iron
Washing basket
Clothes Airer

Bath & Shower Rooms

Two shower rooms are en suite, while the other shower room and the bathroom are not allocated to a specific bedroom. All include basins and toilets.

Bedrooms

All three double rooms have kingsize beds

Two double rooms have ensuite shower rooms with sink and toilet

Plenty of storage space throughout for clothes and other luggage