Ballaragh Road, Laxey, IM4 7PJ, United Kingdom
Based on 82 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 13, 2023
Katherine
United KingdomThe instructions said that the cottage was "well signposted" from the main road - I'd probably disagree as I wouldn't like to be trying to find it for the first time in the dark!!!! Not close enough to walk to the local pub or restaurant. Unable to open the velux windows in either the bathroom or bedroom for ventilation. Not clear where to park for the dolls house versus the other two cottages on site.
Beautifully appointed, very clean and recently redecorated. Very much in a "dark skies location" on the island - isolated but very comfortable. Modern and good cooking facilities
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 15, 2023
Neil
United KingdomGreat location for driving round the whole island. The cottage was fairly new and everything looked spotlessly clean.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 9, 2023
Diane
United KingdomSpacious and clean
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 7, 2023
Mike
United KingdomThere were a couple of minor issues relating to missing/ faulty items & equipment (as happens occasionally with holiday rental properties)...which were not the fault of the management... and they were very quickly and efficiently rectified. :-) Tracy was very available, polite, professional and accommodating before, during and after our stay.
Beautifully furnished, cozy cottage with well equipped kitchen (in terms of appliances) in a good location with good views and convenient for travelling around the island. :-)
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 1, 2023
Keith
United KingdomNever met anyone involved for the property, had to ask fellow holiday maker how to enter the property.
Quiet location, but easy to get to interesting places.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 19, 2023
Steve
United KingdomThe steps from the bedroom to the bathroom and from the lounge to the bedroom were a real nuisance
Comfortable accommodation in a cosy cottage in a convenient location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 9, 2023
Sue
United KingdomDeep steps up into bedroom, need handrail Velux in bedroom need blinds
Facilities all good quality Comfortable bed Well equipped kitchen Peaceful location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 6, 2023
Janine
GermanyThe cooking knives are very bad. Some more cutlery would have been nice as well a laundry rack, some hooks for jackets, a toilet paper holder and a hair dryer. The drain in the shower is also quite clogged. As people stated before, the television is very small for the distance to the couch. We had such lovely weather and would have liked to have eaten outside at a picnic table on the grass. There was one, but it was very close to another cottage and we didn't want to intrude.
The Dolls House is super cozy and perfect for two people. There was some tea, coffee and snacks there as a welcoming. That was lovely. Thank you very much. The bed is very, very good - we slept perfectly. The location is perfect. A bit secluded, but not far from everything you need. There are just some small things I can criticize, but I would nevertheless come again.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 4, 2023
Maxine
United Kingdomnothing it was fab
stunning location with beautiful views of the bay! accessibility to all other areas!
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 6, 2023
Elizabeth
United Kingdom-
Everything was great, the location, the facilities, such a lovely place to stay
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 2, 2023
Nz13
United KingdomAs stated by others, the steps up and down to the bedroom were tricky. I had thought that was a silly comment, but it's true. If you have mobility issues you will find the steps of 24cm and 29cm hard, up and down into the lounge and bedroom, and the others are 19cm, 19cm and 5cm , straight down into the bathroom door. Velux bedroom windows ....difficult to pull blinds down with long pole, so high up. The hoover was plugged in the lounge area beside the sofa, to charge it. Other sockets were available in the bedroom, much easier to get it out. Dining chair seats not fixed to the frames.
Location, lovely kitchen. Wam and cosy with good bedding. Quality homewares in the kitchen and lots of cushions. Manager/owner was very prompt to rectify most of my concerns on day 1, whilst we were out. A number of niggles that needed to be addressed. Not the dislikes mentioned here.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 15, 2023
Alicia
United KingdomCouple of down sides to the property, the steps into the bedroom were too steep.. The entrance to the property is low, maybe a mind your head sign for the taller person
Premises was well presented. lovely and clean both inside and out. The shower was very good and a lovely big bath!! The location was great making it accessible for the Laxey wheel and mountain railway.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 8, 2023
Felicity
United KingdomAlthough it was advertised as having a bath, that was no longer the case. We appreciated the walk in shower, but it did lead to complications with our daughter
Lovely views across to the sea in a very rural location.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 1, 2023
Nicola
United KingdomSteps into the bathroom are tricky at night as the steps are not the same height and there is a step after the door. Maybe a small grab rail would help
Stunning cottage with stunning views, would certainly recommend
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: January 4, 2023
Tony
United KingdomWe forgot to order the weather.
Great location, we stayed at the Dolls House cottage. Brilliant views.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: October 27, 2022
Chris
United KingdomThe steps down into the bathroom. Knew about them prior to arrival - theory seemed OK but in practice found them a bit tricky/precarious at night.
Virtually everything. Cottage was spacious, clean, comfortable & very well equipped (appliances & extras like board games, DVD's & lots of visitor information).
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: October 3, 2022
Charles
United KingdomThere were no windows in the bedroom, only high Velux windows in the roof. The steps up to the bedroom and down to the en-suite were awkward. Some oven gloves and dishwashing brush/scrubber would have been useful. An ani-slip mat in the bath would have been appreciated.
Good quiet location. We had all the facilities we needed for a short stay. We liked the super kingsize bed. The shower was good, although water leaked under the shower screen onto the bathroom floor.
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 25, 2022
Lynn
United KingdomThere is a a plumbing problem. The shower has an unbearable high pitched screech when in use and the toilet bangs through out the property when flushed.
Warm, comfortable, great location
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 21, 2022
Mann
United KingdomSmall stairs a bit difficult.
Just very nice
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 20, 2022
Lesley
United KingdomThe kitchen is not really adequate for self catering. Not enough utensils, cutlery etc. The instruction sheet needs updating - eg microwave, what to do with rubbish etc.
The bungalow was in a beautiful position overlooking fields to the sea. Laxey is an ideal place for exploring the whole island - to the North or South. The development is peaceful and quiet - perfect for relaxing. The beds were very comfortable. Despite the negative comments below, I would certainly return for the view from the accommodation and the peaceful surroundings 🙂
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 19, 2022
Hiren
United Kingdomna
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here with a beautiful view of the coastline, the owners were very helpful with any questions we had and responded in a quick manner, thank you for the time we had on the isle of man
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: September 2, 2022
Michael
United KingdomNothing
Great location really comfortable everything you need great
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 18, 2022
Mark
CanadaThere was nothing we didn’t like.
This cottage was the perfect getaway and close enough to Laxey for supplies. We felt very much at home here and loved the quiet surroundings and the views. The cottage was clean and warm, the beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped and living area was also very comfortable. The island parking pass was much appreciated. Communication with Tracy was very easy with her responding very quickly.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: August 17, 2022
Emma
United Kingdomnothing
beautiful surroundings , perfect property.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 11, 2022
Ivan
United KingdomNo complaints it would be picky and unfair to highlight and discrepancies
A lovely cottage clean with everything a couple would need. The location is superb easy to find and ideally located for visiting the island attractions especially for a fan of railways. Thoroughly would recommend this cottage for a holiday on the Isle of Man
Stayed in August 2022
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