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The Stable at Glendown Farm

The Stable at Glendown Farm

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 20 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.9
Condition
4.7
Location
4.8
Value
4.7
Customer
Service
4.9

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The Stable is a recently converted barn on a family run dairy and sheep farm situated near Port Erin and Port St Mary in the south of the Isle of Man.

Multi generational holiday

Review submitted on Mon, 18 Sep 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely place to stay for visiting the island. Close to airport. Well equipped with everything you need. Starter pack was much appreciated.
Thank you.



Well maintained property.

Review submitted on Tue, 12 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stables is a large well maintained property with 3 bedrooms, 3 toilets and 2 showers. The kitchen, dining and living areas are located on the upper floor along with a bedroom and en-suite bathroom with toilet and basin. Downstairs are 2 bedrooms 1 e suite containing a shower and small basin, no toilet. 2 toilets are located downstairs 1 with a very good shower.
The property is located conveniently between Port St Mary and Port Erin. Both can be reached within 15 minutes walking.
Outside is a garden with BBQ and ample parking. On enquiring about the fuel used for BBQ when first meeting the owners they decided it was not usable and replaced it the next day with the charcoal. This level of service extended to the rest of our stay, they were available, friendly but unobtrusive.
From this property you can walk to either Port Erin or Port St Mary to take the Steam train, shop or visit pubs.
We stayed for 7 nights visiting most of the island by steam train, horse drawn tram, electric train and car. There is plenty to see on the island.
Stables is a lovely property with friendly hosts who do their upmost to ensure you enjoy your time on the island.



Excellent Stay

Review submitted on Mon, 10 Jul 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We absolutely enjoyed our week at the stables. The accommodation was excellent and everything worked which isn't always the case. The cottage provided an excellent base for touring the island and the recommendations from previous guests all proved very accurate. I would thoroughly recommend the Stables and the Isle of Man



Too many stairs not good for disabled.

Review submitted on Sun, 25 Jun 2023
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Very comfortable and well equipped. One lady had very poor mobility , we thought she would be ok once she was up the flight of stairs on one level but she struggled with the extra steps to the bedroom and lounge.



Excellent

Review submitted on Tue, 06 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A magnificent site, very clean, careful. We could not be in a better place.
he site has a magnificent view. The beds are very comfortable, and everything is very well equipped.
We will definitely return.
Many thanks



Lovely house, heating smell, longish walk to villages

Review submitted on Sun, 04 Jun 2023
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
3.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The house is large with two bedrooms downstairs, one with shower and sink and then a separate main bathroom. Sleeping downstairs was cool as the top of the house got lots of sun through the day. Beds are large and comfortable. The whole place was clean and tidy. Upstairs was another bedroom with ensuite toilet and sink, then kitchen area and living room.
Kitchen was a bit barren for equipment but functional. Does have a coffee machine which was welcome. Chairs in the living space area varied but the main sofa was very hard and flat. The more upright chairs were more comfortable but we ended up sat on the floor with cushions. Good range of games downstairs to play.
The heating system creates a very odd smell to the whole place which you get used to but its not great and is stronger when the windows have been closed for a while as it builds.
The site is lovely with a field area close to with sheep wandering around. The backyard space is a bit overlooked but we tried star gazing one night but the barn over the road seemed to have its security light on permanently so it wiped out the view. The whole island is a bit of a contradiction really for pushing ecological awareness but then having fossil fuelled heating, light pollution and steam trains. Anyway, if you were driving the location would be great. On foot it was about 15 minutes walk to either village/town i.e. Port St Mary and Port Erin. Both are pretty and quiet places. There is a supermarket in Port Erin and the train station is handy for connections back towards Douglas. There was a range of food places to eat including some pubs and a chippy. Walking was a bit of a treck back up the hill but achievable.



Excellent stay

Review submitted on Fri, 26 May 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely converted stable - all amenities. Beds very comfy. Kitchen lovely and sitting room very comfortable. Wonderful stay. Thank you.



Island Escapes Team replied 120 days ago
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Stable. We would look forward to welcoming you back again in the future. Thank you for your review and for choosing Island Escapes!

The Stables at Glendown farm

Review submitted on Mon, 03 Oct 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Brill holiday , amazing place to stay , lots of parking , Derek and Jane really nice . Easy access to the village of Port Erin and Port St Mary which are both beautiful places .



Great stay at the Stable

Review submitted on Wed, 28 Sep 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Very pleased with the accommodation our 3rd stay in 13 years and standards have not changed, although now beginning to struggle with the stairs (my arthritis)



Short break holiday

Review submitted on Sat, 10 Sep 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
3.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Excellent accommodation, everything we needed was at hand, location was a little out of the way, a car required to get about.on the whole a very pleasant break.



Holidays at the Stables

Review submitted on Sun, 28 Aug 2022
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We’ve been to the Stables for 14 consecutive years, missed the last 3 because of Covid. We have enjoyed many holidays here with our family.
It’s a lovely comfortable homely place to stay, the only criticism we have is the freezer is always blocked up with ice, this year was particularly bad, we could hardly get the drawers open. It should be de-iced frequently. When our towels weren’t changed mid fortnight I rang Island Escapes & within an hour clean towels were delivered, which we were very grateful for.



Just amazing!

Review submitted on Thu, 21 Jul 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had the best time staying at The Stable at Glendown Farm. The children had a blast talking to the sheep and the location could not be better. 2 minutes from Port St Mary, 2 minutes to Port Erin and 10 minutes from The Sound (which is a must visit).





Lovely Farm Cottage

Review submitted on Fri, 01 Jul 2022
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely farm cottage in a nice quiet area. Well equipped, very clean & comfortable. A fantastic welcome pack was very welcomed. Within walking distance of Port Erin. Downstairs bedrooms & toilets. Main lounge & kitchen upstairs. A number of stairs within the property so may be unsuitable for some.



Fabulous location and great accommodation.

Review submitted on Fri, 06 May 2022
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Returning to Glendown always a treat.
Lovely welcome pack of bread, tea, coffee, milk and butter.
Useful guidebooks - very handy.
Well equipped cottage.
Great location & cottage but be aware of the layout which involves stairs up to living area.
The tele took a while to negotiate to obtain channels then realised it was through freeview & iplayer!
One annoyance is the sofa - very slippy cushions and not really enough comfy seats for 6 adults.
The positives massively outweigh any niggles though.
Also, maybe some beach towels would be a good addition.



Spring Staycation

Review submitted on Mon, 28 Mar 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The Stable is set in beautiful surroundings and is in an ideal location within easy walking distance of both Port St Mary and Port Erin. We picked the best Spring weather for our weekend staycation which was an added bonus. The accommodation is spacious, well equipped and extremely comfortable. The service from Island Escapes was excellent and the complimentary pack of tea, coffee, local bread, milk and butter is a thoughtful touch. The owners, Derek and Jane were so welcoming and helped make our family weekend feel very special.



A Home from Home retreat.

Review submitted on Mon, 04 Oct 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The Stables at Glendown Farm proved to be an ideal 'Home from Home' retreat for for us, it is ideally located and beautifully appointed.



Found booking the holiday easy and helpful.

Review submitted on Thu, 09 Sep 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Enjoyed our stay.Very well equipped,even down to jig saws games books.I forgot my walking stick,and Jane very kindly found one. I would certainly stay there again.



Excellent accommodation!

Review submitted on Thu, 09 Sep 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. Beautiful accommodation and very well equipped. Great location for walks. Highly recommended.



Perfect for any length of stay

Review submitted on Fri, 03 Sep 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We only spent 3 nights at the Stables but it could easily have accommodated us for longer. The kitchen is fully stocked and all of the appliances worked well. The three bedrooms were comfortable and one of the rooms had additional blinds on the windows, which helped block out any early morning daylight. The bathrooms and loos were all clean and everything worked properly, and the living room was light and lovely. If I was pushed to find fault, I would say that this wouldn't be suitable for people with any severe mobility issues as there are lots of stairs, and we reported a couple of very minor issues on our leaving form - otherwise, this is a perfect venue in a perfect location.



Excellent second stay

Review submitted on Mon, 16 Aug 2021
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Our second stay and we love it. Only constructive feedback would be the travel cot is broken and there is no mattress. My 2 year old had a terrible sleep the first night and then we went home and got ours. I think it would be better to say its not provided if it's broken.