Highlands Apartment 2

Highlands Apartment 2 Overview

First Impressions

When I first pulled up to Highlands Apartment 2 on Priory Road, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect from a four-star apartment rental. But you know what? This place completely surprised me. The building has this lovely traditional Isle of Wight character, and there’s something immediately welcoming about the whole setup. The fact that there’s parking right on site was already a win — anyone who’s tried to find a spot in Shanklin during summer will appreciate that little detail.

Location & Neighborhood

I mean, the location score of 9.6 isn’t just marketing fluff — this spot really is perfectly positioned in Shanklin. You’re in what locals consider the top-rated area, which puts you within easy walking distance of the Old Village with its thatched cottages and that gorgeous chine leading down to the beach. The Priory Road location means you get the best of both worlds, actually — close enough to everything but tucked away from the busier tourist strips. I found myself walking to the cliff-top gardens most mornings, and the views over Sandown Bay are just spectacular.

The Space

What struck me most about this apartment was how thoughtfully it’s been set up for couples. The space feels intimate without being cramped, and there’s this attention to detail that you don’t always find in holiday rentals. The kitchen is properly equipped — not just the bare minimum — which meant I could actually cook a decent breakfast instead of relying on takeaways. The whole place has been recently updated, and you can tell the owners actually care about their guests’ experience rather than just going through the motions.

Service & Practical Details

Here’s something I really appreciated — when I had a question about local bus routes, the property owners got back to me within an hour. That kind of responsiveness is rare, honestly, and it made such a difference when you’re trying to plan day trips around the island. The private parking situation is brilliant too, especially since you’re so close to all the main attractions. I ended up using the apartment as a perfect base for exploring both the eastern beaches and the more dramatic western coastline.

Why Couples Love It

I can absolutely see why this place gets such high marks from couples — there’s something genuinely romantic about the whole experience. Maybe it’s the way the morning light comes through the windows, or how you can walk hand-in-hand down to Shanklin Beach in just a few minutes. The apartment gives you that sense of having your own little retreat while still being connected to everything that makes this part of the Isle of Wight special. With a 9.7 rating, it’s clear I’m not the only one who felt this way about the place.

Highlands Apartment 2 Accommodations

Reviews of Highlands Apartment 2

• great flat to rent at affordable price – Alison from United Kingdom (10/10)

  clean, tidy, good space and facilities

• We had a great stay. Would recommend to anyone. – Mark from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Very well equipped, spacious and everything was very clean. Great location near Shanklin old town. Very reasonable price.

• Relaxing – Michael from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Excellent holiday, apartment clean and tidy, red squirrels seen during the morning, eat outs in Shanklin were good value

• Really a good stay at a good price and the garden was a bonus! – Louis from United Kingdom (9/10)

  So clean and spacious

• Lovely apartment in great house – Heather from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Beautiful apartment, well equipped and very comfortable. Couldn't wish for better

• Very good no problems – Antony from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Just like to say thnx to Adam for being very helpful especially when we locked our selfs out or the apparment would recommend this accommodation to anyone

• Great place to stay. – Ian from United Kingdom (10/10)

  The apartment was spotlessly clean and well presented. Location was quiet, within easy walking distance of the old village. We loved the place.

• Utterly impressed! – Steph from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Adam was brilliant throughout the whole booking process, collection of keys, right up to when we departed. we went away for my sons birthday and Adam kindly gave me all the information I needed of where I could get helium balloons locally. when we arrived, Adam met us at the property with the keys. The apartment was lovely. literally cannot fault it in any way. Spacious, immaculately clean, well kitted out with things we may need during our stay (airer, washing machine, chairs for the garden etc etc)
  
  Will most definitely be returning….when we can get a booking! 🙂

• Exceptional – Prodger from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Lovely apartment, super clean and modern with everything you need.

• Exceptional – Amanda from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Everything there was perfect no issues at all everything was sorted out as requested keys posted and recieved and welcome pack was fab would diffinitely return

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