Isle of Wight recommendations?

[MerryTwinkletoes]

Hoping to spend a week in Isle of Wight for may half term, can anyone recommend the best area to stay with DC (9&4) must be within walking distance of beach and preferably shops too.

Never been but have always wanted to!

Thanks

The south-east coastline (Sandown and Shanklin) is ideal if you are looking for a classic British seaside holiday which you’ll like if you like sandcastles, ice cream and arcades rather than quiet walks and privacy. Some Islanders find Sandown and Shanklin a little twee and crowded during the summer but for young children they are probably the best bet.
Bembridge is a quiet, attractive place with some nice little shops and interesting places to visit nearby: for example the Bembridge Lifeboat Station, Bembridge Windmill, Quarr Abbey, Goodleaf Tree Climbing and Isle of Wight Steam Railway. If you’re after self-catering, there are some beautiful seafront properties available to rent.

Thanks, Bembridge sounds lovely will look into that!