About
The Stables is a recently renovated two bedroom Manx stone cottage. It is located in 50 acres of grounds including the Fairy Glen following Santon River, woodland, fields and gardens. Yet, it is also a 10 minute drive from the capital of Douglas, 5 minutes from the Airport and a 5 minute walk from a frequent bus stop.
The cottage is on two floors. Downstairs there is a bedroom with double (Super King size 6'x6'6") or twin beds (optional) with an en suite wet room (shower, basin, WC). In addition, there is an open plan living room with kitchen (induction hob, electric oven, sink, microwave, toaster, fridge), twin sofa-beds, smart tv and an additional separate WC. This leads through glass doors onto a paved sun terrace with barbecue facilities. The downstairs is on a single level and suitable for disabled access (awaiting inspection & approval).. The ground floor has underfloor heating throughout.
The upstairs is accessed by a separate entrance with external steps. It contains a double (Super King or twin option) bed with an en suite wet room (shower, basin, WC). Though the upstairs is not suitable for oven cooking, basic kitchen facilities (fridge, sink, toaster & microwave) are provided.
Adjoining the cottage is an external shed with washing machine, cordless vacuum cleaner and space for bicycles or to dry clothes.
The cottage is in the grounds of a 500 year old Mill and separated by a large paved area for safe off road parking. The entire area is serviced by fast free Wi-Fi.
Guests have exclusive access to the Fairy Glen. This includes a 600 metre nature walk with a natural pool (available to swimmers accustomed to cool waters!) and a waterfall with salmon ladder. The route is through bluebells (early May), wild garlic (late May) and ferns throughout the year. There’s plenty of bird life including herons and duck. Adventurous walkers (or ultra-keen photographers) can venture further through the undergrowth and cross the meandering river past the Fairy Bridge up to an old quarry 1.5 kilometres away.
Though the river runs through dense woodland, over 1km (1000 yards) there are accesss points for exclusive freshwater fishing. All year, the stream is occupied by brown trout. However, in September and October after rainfall, salmon and sea trout swim to spawn upstream. Fishing licences can be obtained from the Manx Government.
Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 1
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| The Mill House Stables | £135.00 per unit per night |
*Minimum stay of 3 nights.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled Accessibility - Not yet inspected and rated for disability access. The ground floor area and terrace is on a single level. The upstairs room is not suitable for anyone with limited mobility.
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - We accept children and babies. Please contact us before booking to confirm details.
Leisure Facilities
- Access to golf course - Within 2.5 miles of two 18 hole golf courses including one links course.
- Arrangements for riding/pony trekking - Nearby equestrian centres in Santon and St Marks.
- Cycle hire - Bicycles and electric cycles are available for hire from Douglas.
- Fishing - Fresh water fishing is available to our guests at various points on a half mile stretch of river on our land (at no charge). Mostly brown trout, though salmon and sea trout come up the river is in spate in the autumn. Sea Fishing is available by boat from Port Saint Mary (7 miles/12kms) or from the many of the ports, beaches and piers in the vicinity. Sea kyaking is available from Douglas and training locally in Castletown.
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On site parking - Spacious off-road paved parking area.
Payment Methods
- Accepts major credit and debit cards
- BACS accepted
- Major credit cards accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Midweek breaks
- Reduced rates for longer stays
- Special group rates
- Visa accepted
- Weekend breaks
Provider Facilities
- Cyclist Friendly
- Garden/patio for guests use
- Ground floor units available
- Group Friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Linen provided
- Onsite parking next to unit
- Shower
- Stargazer Friendly
- TT & Biker Friendly
- Walker Friendly
- Wi-Fi
Provider Features
- Film or TV location - The property and land featured in the US TV series "Suddenly Royal". (2015)
- In countryside
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest - The Stables is within the grounds of a 500 year old Mill with an ancient mill wheel.
Target Markets
- Special provisions for cyclists
- Special provisions for walkers
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
