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We were a group of 12, split between The Swallows and The Fuchsias for a staycation long weekend. The properties have been finished to a high standard, very modern but the exposed beams and wood fire keep the cosy/rustic feel. The kitchens had everything you could possibly need, the fresh bread and Manx cheese selection was another nice touch. Jacuzzi and sauna were a welcome addition (unfortunately the steam room was out of action but not an issue). Overall very impressed and would highly recommend.
Brand new appartment close to the harbor in Port St Mary. The place is far above usual standards regarding furniture, equipment in the kitchen and lay-out. Very tasteful interior design, sufficient space for up to 2 people. Sunny terrace in front of the flat, walking distance to coffee shop, supermarket and local pub/restaurants. Will definitely come back!
I was in quarantine for 2 weeks and it was made a lot easier by having a fantastic neighbour. She came out to talk to me and offered to do shopping for me. The bungalow was really lovely and spacious. The bed was really comfortable. There were essentials and treats there when I arrived. I was given really easy directions to follow and found the property easily. I would describe it as fantastic. It was just a shame that I wasnt allowed out to enjoy being in port Erin. The avenue and the people living there were so friendly. It's in a lovely location
We needed a break away from everything and this was perfect. Beautiful place to stay with plenty of walks nearby. We could chill and do nothing but listen to the birds and enjoy the “special spaces” Loved the little welcome pieces that John and Shirley scattered around. Close Taggart is a special place and we will be back.
What a wonderful time we had at Ballacallin Court! The properties are beautiful and just perfect for a group of ladies who wanted to 'get away from it all'. Fabulous location, spotless and roomy accommodation - just what we wanted for my 50th celebrations! Highly recommended : )
What a wonderful time we had at Ballacallin Court! The properties are beautiful and just perfect for a group of ladies who wanted to 'get away from it all'. Fabulous location, spotless and roomy accommodation - just what we wanted for my 50th celebrations! Highly recommended : )
Lovely well kept property, great attention to detail for children. A great location for our bank holiday staycation.
What a wonderful place to stay hopefully will be back everything was so well run and friendly with no exception.
We stayed 3 nights in Ellan Vannin and it had the Wow factor. This beautiful property was spotless clean and had everything you needed for a luxurious 5* staycation. It’s perfect location looking over Castletown harbour and magnificent weather enabled us to use the balcony and use the house to its full potential. A welcoming pack was much appreciated. We will definitely be back and recommend Ellan Vannin highly. The only faults we can think of are; there was no lock on the down stairs loo and because we dropped lucky with magnificent weather a sun parasol and small drinks/ nibbles table ...more
Sea and mountain views with all rooms beautifully laid out a very welcoming home with private garden area could find no faults at all and stayed with 3 family generations
A lovely farm cottage in a superb, peaceful location with stunning long views, plenty of room, and all mod-cons, including a new kitchen. Very pleasant owner, Mrs Taggart, on hand and very helpful. Will book again.
Only disadvantage with this property - there is very little outside space. Inside is very well equipped with plenty of space in all rooms and excellent bathrooms.
A warm welcome from John and Shirley at this lovely clean and well equipped cottage in a beautiful quiet location set in stunning grounds with a tree house, viewing platforms and several gardens with seating areas and summer houses in which to relax. A short walk to the Curragh's and within easy reach of Ballaugh, Ramsey & Peel.
The cottage was perfect for our self-isolation week (2 adults). It is in a beautiful location with a big front lawn and attractive views down the hill and out to sea. The owner was very friendly, attentive to our needs and respectful at all times of isolation requirements. The beds were incredibly comfortable, exceeding all expectations. The cottage was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed. It did get a little cool in the lounge in evenings but there is a heater in the bedroom wardrobe which we used so this was not a problem. All in all a fantastic stay and would love to stay the...more
The whole family thoroughly enjoyed our staycation in Peel. This was the second one we've had through Island Escapes and again the property was amazing. Fabulous little cottage, very comfortable, with everything we needed, and the location was perfect. Would definitely stay here again.
Everything was perfect even the weather. Fantastic accommodation in one of the best locations on the Island. We were a group of 8 friends and there was plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy the long weekend. 11/10.
Luxury living in a picturesque location. Views are outstanding towards Langness from the oriel window. The house is flooded with light all day. Castletown has some good restaurants. Remember to book the Japanese restaurant early on as it is very popular. We had summer weather but i imagine that tucked up with the log burner and good books in winter would be a joy. Could do with some coat hooks for the Manx weather apparel. We will return, maybe making a bigger party with Ellan Vannin next door.
We hired The Stables with our friends, 4 adults, 4 kids (two under 2) and we just couldn’t have asked for a better staycation! Farmer John was wonderful with the kids and Fiona was a great host! Both go out of their way to make your stay amazing and all 8 of us have left feeling so relaxed and happy! Thank you both so much! We will be back soon! We can’t wait! Anneka & The Tribe
My family and I had a fantastic long weekend stay at Quay cottage! It was beautifully clean and tidy, and for a small cottage the use of space was excellent. We were grateful for the bread and milk left for us, although the fantastic location meant it was only a short (and very pleasant) walk to all the local amenities. Check in and out was very easy and all in all the holiday was relaxed and a lot of fun. Already looking forward to coming back next year! Thank you.
My wife and I stayed with our 2 year old and 4 month old baby and had a wonderful time. Being so close to the beach was a huge plus, and the beach toys provided were a lovely touch. Our little boy also loved the toy box in the living area and books provided. The house is well laid out with comfortable beds and modern bathrooms and we didn’t want to leave!
Our second visit to this lovely cottage, the weather was perfect to take advantage of the garden and enjoy the walks on the beach nearby. All you could need to be comfortable is provided. And yet there’s the fascination that this cottage was ‘home’ for many previous generations in the past. We will be sure to return.
Absolutely fantastic place to stay near the beach, everything needed for cooking and entertainment, really really good, I'm recommending to all my friends!
Everything was just perfect including the weather. Disabled friendly which is a massive plus. We will definitely be returning. Well equipped & very comfortable.
This is our second time in the Arches, it never fails to impress and nor does Island Escapes as there is everything in this house you would ever need. Huge bedrooms, loads of wardrobe space but the open plan layout downstairs is where this house performs. It is the perfect house to entertain, a cosy living room off of the spacious kitchen dining area with a huge TV and great internet. The little homely touches that island escapes provide is so well thought out, from the welcome hamper, cheese, milk, ice, coffee bags, fresh baked bread, down to the shampoo, hand wash, conditioner and cream from...more
We can highly recommend The Milking Parlour -a fabulous base to explore the beautiful south! Even though I grew up in the area it was great to discover new walks and activities and sample the great food and drink on offer. Can’t wait to go back!
Great place to stay very quiet the views are amazing Even though it’s small it has a lovely calm feeling great for meditation And if you love birds there are several different types on your door step Finally it’s lovely to wave at the people going past on the tram
Shee Dy Vea was incredible to say the least! The house itself was fantastic and cosy, yet modern and homely. We loved the kitchen and our baby girl climbed her first ever flight of stairs there, which was special! The views were spectacular; waking up to that view every morning and being able to watch the sun set from every window at the front of the house was something special. We usually make the most of being somewhere different from home, and try to get out of the house and explore the area as much as possible, but this was the first time we actually just stayed inside the property and enj...more
My husband and I have just had a 4 day staycation at Surfside. The house was very well equipped with everything ( and more) that anyone would need. There was also lots of interesting books, DVDs and games - useful for rainy days. Great location for the beach and amenities. Would recommend this accommodation!
A lovely place to stay - well equipped and super warm with underfloor heating. Wonderful.views of both countryside and sea. Close to amenities and the bus stop is conveniently located about 100M down the road. We stayed on a 'staycation' during the Xmas period as we couldnt go back home to Sussex to visit family and friends and it was well worth it, for a welcome change of scene. Will stay again if the borders remain as they are.
We decided to experience our first staycation in the IOM and picked the perfect accommodation and location. The farmhouse had everything we could need and our dog had the best time. A few things could be updated or cleaned a little better in readiness for new guests, but at the same time we were comfortable and wanted to stay for longer. The yard and garden are fenced in and gated so no chance of dogs escaping. We highly recommend and will definitely return. Much appreciated welcome pack too.
Everything was managed smoothly and we really enjoyed our stay. We could have done with sharper knives in the kitchen and my friends found the single beds rather uncomfortable. Otherwise very pleasant.
Really enjoyed our stay here. The apartment has clearly been recently renovated and it’s very stylish and comfortable. It’s also a short walk to the Main Street of shops/restaurants as well as the prom. The apartment had been cleaned before our arrival a though perhaps a deeper clean was needed as some areas/corners were dusty
We needed a place to stay whilst self-isolating after being permitted to enter the Isle of Man on compassionate grounds. We booked this place on a Sunday for the Monday boat arrival. The directions and key arrangements were excellent and we soon got everything in and unpacked. There is a parking space at the rear of the property making this easy. Everything had been prepared for us perfectly. The apartment is very comfortable and the view from the front room is simply stunning. It's a five minute walk to the supermarket, and a similar walk down the hill into town or down to the prom. Islan...more
A lovely Manx cottage in a paved street. On entering cottage we were met with a damp, musty smell, luckily nice sunny day, so got the windows open to let fresh air inside. Boiler was not on, so no hot water etc. Eventually located boiler in cupboard in the bathroom, no mention of this in the handbook, All switched, off. Eventually got it going. Sofa has seen better days, well past its sell by date, very uncomfortable and very low. Double bed which was quite comfortable, but duvet much to small, just barely covered the top of the bed. Towels in bathroom were hard, and much too small. A lovely ...more
My son and I stayed at West View following a hospital appointment in the UK and had to self-isolate on return to IOM. It was a beautiful, peaceful place to stay. It was comfortable and well equipped. We arrived in the evening and it took me a while to locate the instruction folder, which contained the wifi password. The wifi did cut out a couple of times, but was mostly reliable. I found instructions for the washer-drier, but none for the oven , the dishwasher, or the heating. I did find that it was cold in the middle of the day and would have liked to boost the heating at times. Overall we ...more