A holiday cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Cottage in Isle of Man
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this cottage rental
The Milking Parlour is a stunning barn conversion that adjoins a working farm, with breathtaking views across fields to the sea and the south west of Scotland.
There is a large and light open-plan living area, with patio doors, and there are two comfortable leather sofas. The accommodation is all on one level and has easy access. The interior decor has a very contemporary and stylish feel.
The accommodation is all on one level and has easy access. The interior decor has a very contemporary and stylish feel. There are two beautiful bedrooms - one double with an en-suite shower room and patio doors onto the terrace, and one twin with an en-suite bathroom with shower. There is a large and light open-plan living area, again with patio doors, and there are two comfortable leather sofas. The modern spacious kitchen has glossy cream units and includes a washer-dryer, fridge, freezer, and dishwasher. There is lovely wooden flooring and under-floor heating throughout. The views from all the windows are exceptional.
The Milking Parlour is set in an enclosed shared courtyard, which is a real suntrap. It also provides plenty of space for parking. You can also enjoy shared use of the large tree lined lawn that is ideal for games and more picnics! The terrace at the front of the property overlooks coast and country and is ideal for alfresco meals, or a glass of wine while enjoying the sunset.
There are wonderful beaches 5 minutes away in either direction, and there is also a golf course only 5 minutes away.
Located next door is East Ballabane farmhouse, which sleeps 5 people in 3 bedrooms.
Visit Isle of Man rating: 5 Star Award
Lounge: Two sofas, chairs, TV, coffee table
Kitchen/Dining area: Well equipped including washer-dryer, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Dining table and four chairs.
Bedroom 1: Double bed, bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, wardrobe.
Ensuite: Walk in shower, WC and wash basin
Bedroom 2: Twin bed, bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, dressing table.
Ensuite: Walk in shower, WC and wash basin
Bathroom: Bath, with shower over, WC, wash basin.
Games room: Within the barn, shared with the other cottage containing table tennis, small snooker table and a variety of games!
Parking: Plenty of parking for 2 vehicles within the yard area.
Changeover Day: Flexible - arrival 3:00pm - departure 10:00am
Pets: 2 dogs welcome
Power & Heating: Heating and Electricity included
Wifi: Free Wifi included
Bedding & Linen: Bed linen and towels provided.
Baby Equipment: High chair available on request.
Shop: 1.5 ml Pub: 1.5 ml Bus stop: 0.4 ml
Accessibility: The Milking Parlour is a single-level property with easy access doors.
Damage: Important! We are committed to protecting our properties which is why we now take a £35 fee from each booking as a damage waiver. This is included in the price you pay and covers you for up to £500 worth of accidental damages to the property that could occur whilst you are staying.
There is a large and light open-plan living area, with patio doors, and there are two comfortable leather sofas. The accommodation is all on one level and has easy access. The interior decor has a very contemporary and stylish feel.
The accommodation is all on one level and has easy access. The interior decor has a very contemporary and stylish feel. There are two beautiful bedrooms - one double with an en-suite shower room and patio doors onto the terrace, and one twin with an en-suite bathroom with shower. There is a large and light open-plan living area, again with patio doors, and there are two comfortable leather sofas. The modern spacious kitchen has glossy cream units and includes a washer-dryer, fridge, freezer, and dishwasher. There is lovely wooden flooring and under-floor heating throughout. The views from all the windows are exceptional.
The Milking Parlour is set in an enclosed shared courtyard, which is a real suntrap. It also provides plenty of space for parking. You can also enjoy shared use of the large tree lined lawn that is ideal for games and more picnics! The terrace at the front of the property overlooks coast and country and is ideal for alfresco meals, or a glass of wine while enjoying the sunset.
There are wonderful beaches 5 minutes away in either direction, and there is also a golf course only 5 minutes away.
Located next door is East Ballabane farmhouse, which sleeps 5 people in 3 bedrooms.
Visit Isle of Man rating: 5 Star Award
Lounge: Two sofas, chairs, TV, coffee table
Kitchen/Dining area: Well equipped including washer-dryer, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Dining table and four chairs.
Bedroom 1: Double bed, bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, wardrobe.
Ensuite: Walk in shower, WC and wash basin
Bedroom 2: Twin bed, bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, dressing table.
Ensuite: Walk in shower, WC and wash basin
Bathroom: Bath, with shower over, WC, wash basin.
Games room: Within the barn, shared with the other cottage containing table tennis, small snooker table and a variety of games!
Parking: Plenty of parking for 2 vehicles within the yard area.
Changeover Day: Flexible - arrival 3:00pm - departure 10:00am
Pets: 2 dogs welcome
Power & Heating: Heating and Electricity included
Wifi: Free Wifi included
Bedding & Linen: Bed linen and towels provided.
Baby Equipment: High chair available on request.
Shop: 1.5 ml Pub: 1.5 ml Bus stop: 0.4 ml
Accessibility: The Milking Parlour is a single-level property with easy access doors.
Damage: Important! We are committed to protecting our properties which is why we now take a £35 fee from each booking as a damage waiver. This is included in the price you pay and covers you for up to £500 worth of accidental damages to the property that could occur whilst you are staying.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Map of Isle of Man
££££
Reviews
10.0
Very impressed,everything we needed Clean , easy for trips around the Island
6.0
The property needs a deep and thorough clean. It is classed 5 star which it definitely is not. Examples are a dirty rug, cobwebs, old scruffy sofa, not cleaned under the beds. I could continue, but that is enough for starters. At just short of £1000 for the week I expected better.
It’s a great shame because the location is so peaceful and beautiful.
10.0
The milking parlour is a delightful holiday cottage, fully updated, very comfortable , and quite spacious.
It is in the north of the Island about 30 minutes from Douglas but the relatively small size of the Isle of Man makes everywhere on the Island easy to reach.
The views from the accommodation are wonderful with views if the sea and on a clear day Scotland is visible from the milking parlour.
I'd recommend this property to anyone who requires a comfortable modern spacious base .
We did meet the owner who was really helpful as were the staff at Island Escapes who provided detailed information in advance
8.0
Great location for exploring the North of the island with wonderful views which were greatly enhanced by the lambs at the bottom of the garden - much to my kids delight.
Lovely cottage with everything you could ask for and more.
After a day out the kids enjoyed using the barn and available tables/games to wind down.
Would definitely return.
10.0
This is the second time we have stayed at the Milk Parlour and both times it was an amazing experience. The location is perfect, tranquil with amazing views. The cottage is comfortable and spacious for 2-4 people.
10.0
Needs to clean the cobwebs, under the bed ,behind light on dresser, .and up on the ceiling and clean under the sofas. otherwise , it was noisy throughout the night, could not make it out. not sure was it the fridge ,or the farm next door, it might have been going all the time because we had the t v on in the daytime and not took much notice it was like vibrating ,like if a washing machine was on ,
10.0
Excellent in every way. Comfortable, well appointed, very spacious. Would definitely use again,
Thank you very much
6.0
This is the second I have booked the accommodation but won't again. The owner is renting on of the outhouses to builders who regularly collect drop off/collected equipment during my stay. The owners also spent 2 hours with their 2 dogs apparently cleaning and non essential repairs in the other property on a day they knew I was there with my dogs waiting for them to leave. It was only when I complained again to Paul that they left. I did not appreciate their intrusion in to my staycation escape. The other holiday makers did not cause me any issues just the owners and the builders!
10.0
Would have given this property 5 plus stars but on one day when we were out someone entered the property to deliver a rug. We assumed no one would enter the property whilst we hired it except in an emergency. The property itself was magnificent and most luxuriousl.
10.0
My son and I stayed a few days at the Milking Parlour to tour the island. It was a beautiful location with views over fields to the sea. Being near a nature reserve made for interesting walks and the binoculars came in very useful. the house was well equipped and very comfortable with good en-suites in each bedroom.
10.0
This being our first visit to the island we couldn't have picked a better form of accommodation. The milking parlour was maintained to an excellent standard, comfortable, perfectly equipped in a beautiful setting. The local public house provides excellent food and a warm welcome. As a first timer we found the island could impdove it's approach to tourism by selling itself more to its visitors.
All in all we had a great time at the milkng Parlour.
10.0
Very enjoyable stay in well-appointed, spacious property for our 3 adults and one small dog group with lovely open views and pleasant outside space.
Just a couple of points for your consideration given this is categorised as a 5-star property:
1) Re the twin room: some of the drawers in the dressing table had fronts which were a bit loose causing the base to fall out of the drawers (one of which we applied a bit of tape to hold in place); some dusty corners in bathroom by side of toilet and underneath sink area. The rug in the bedroom looked rather grubby/possibly a bit stained.
2) Re the double room: one of our party noticed that the section/groove in which the shower door runs was quite black/dirty and was prompted to thoroughly clean it herself along with the sink plughole.
Thank you once again for our enjoyable stay here.
8.0
Nice location very quiet, 3rd time staying there and the view is always good from the house. The property still needs a good clean but we enjoyed our stay.
8.0
Good location for a quiet break. Nice views to the sea. Larger television would be helpful, especially on the rainy days, which we had a few of this year.
10.0
Had a fabulous stay at the Milking Parlour , had glorious weather so views were clear and stunning right across the sea to Scotland
Lovely to be so close to the calves
10.0
The Milking Palour cottage is in a very quite area with great views. The fields at the front of the cottage had cows and calves in with Scotland in the background. The cottage was very well equiped and comfortable to stay in.
We had our disabled daughter with us and the access into and around the cottage was great for her.
This is our second time staying in the cottage and it will not be our last.
Thank you very much from the Gray family.
10.0
We don’t normally write reviews but this property was great. The views from the rooms were brilliant and we felt very rested after our stay in this comfortable cottage. Would come again!
8.0
Lovely views if you could see out of the dirty windows, comfortable enough, just needs a proper clean, oven not very clean, only used it once for baked potatoes, rubbish left in one of the bathroom bins, splashes that looked like jam or juice on the kitchen cabinet doors, rice found on the kitchen table, tea cups had to be all put in the dishwasher to clean them, and the garden planters seemed neglected, certificate on the property out of date ran out February, the washing maidens, I totally useless and the other on its last legs,
As for peace and quiet lovely till about 6pm till gone 8:30pm where all we could hear was hammering, crashing and drilling from behind the property, working farm might be but sounded more like a building site, Good welcome pack.
All in all was a lovely place once, but 5 star, I think not.
8.0
Very nice cottage in quiet location, welcome pack was much appreciated however the cottage needs a total clean from top to bottom.
8.0
Lovely accomodation in a peaceful country location, excellent for a relaxing short break, we will return
10.0
Lovely, quiet with sea and countryside views.
A lovely clean and well equipped holiday home. All on one level so ideal if you have mobility challenges. Countryside and sea views from all windows with Scottish mainland in the distance.
Local shop in Andreas not far in the car had everything we needed.
10.0
Milking Parlour
Overall our stay was very good. Disappointed that it was only 2 bedrooms as we expected 3. It was advertised as 3 bed which isn't the same! It was in fact 2 bedrooms with 3 beds. Also there was no dvd or fire stick. Could do with a measuring jug and a whisk.
Welcome pack was excellent. Overall this property was very good and peaceful.
8.0
Lovely location
A lovely little cottage with all amenities. Standard of cleanliness less than desirable (crumbs on work surfaces in kitchen and pillows and mattress covers stained. Bin in main bedroom en-suite still had stuff in it from previous occupant) .
Nonetheless we had everything we needed to make our holiday very relaxed.
10.0
One of our best holiday cottages ever
Beautiful premises. Very clean. Wonderful views. Soundtrack of birdsong and cow moos. Quiet, peaceful and private. Splendid.
10.0
Fabulous 4 night stay
What a beautiful place to stay, very cosy and stunning views, we had a fabulous 4 nights and can’t wait to have another staycation “Up North”!
10.0
Very comfortable cottage in a wonderful location
Warm, comfortable and very well-equipped cottage looking out to the Irish Sea. A lovely quiet location 5 minutes' drive from the Ayres National Nature Reserve. Dark skies at night ideal for stargazing, and a large secure garden. We hope to return!
10.0
Fabulous accommodation in a lovely area
Lovely accommodation, whole family and dog made very welcome. Great base for exploring north of the island. Smeale beach, Ayres visitors centre and Point of Ayre only a few minutes drive away.
10.0
Just love staying here. Lovely location & really clean & cosy
We love staying here. It’s a perfect venue in a lovely area. Very cosy. Great views.
Had the best time with our pups too.
10.0
Lozdrop
Very clean and well prepared. We’ll stocked kitchen. Loved the dark skies.
8.0
Mainly excellent but a few issues
We stayed here in June 2020 and were unable ti sue the oven s it was so dirty. this time much cleaner. Overall we enjoyed the accommodation, with a couple of small point: The cushions on the sofas need cleaning and one was torn at the seam. The mats in the two bedrooms need either replacing or deep cleaning as they were quite grubby. One morning we had no hot water or heating, this was fixed by the owners in record time, plumber arrived within a few hours of our request.
We wish the grass had been cut sow e could have made more us elf the outside area, it was very ,long and obviously at this time fo the year quite wet.
Otherwise, its one of our favourite places and we wills ertainyl go again.
10.0
A great getaway!
The Milking Parlour is a lovely place to stay in beautiful surroundings. It is such a peaceful place to get away from it all with amazing views!
The parlour was very well equipped with everything our family needed and some lovely little touches which made the stay even more special. The barn with all the toys and games was a massive hit with our children and they also spent lots of time racing their bikes in the garden!
Thanks for a fab stay. We would highly recommend the Milking Parlour and would love to return sometime soon.
8.0
Milking palour
Nice holiday house in a quiet location, good view from the property, everything you need and food gift pack was very welcome. Good holiday.
10.0
Beautiful property, lovely views, everything we needed
Loved our stay at the Milking Parlour. Great location to explore the north of the Island. We had everything we needed and more at the accommodation! Would love to return x
10.0
Staycation
We had an amazing time. The only thing to make it better would have been if the outside area was self contained from the farmhouse courtyard, so our dog could have been outside and we could have had the doors open in the heat. The views were beautiful and the peace was lovely, very relaxing.
8.0
Short stay
Lovely stay in a fab location
A welcome pack was a really nice touch
Everything you needed for a short stay
Grip rails on the bath would be a good idea to prevent falls for elderly
Information pack on places to eat was out of date for some of the establishments and new ones not added
But overall a very enjoyable stay
8.0
Great staycation
Lovely property with amazing views! Very comfortable accommodation with the added bonus of a shared games room which our teens loved.
Fabulous staycation in a beautiful part of the island.
10.0
Fantastic staycation
Everything was just perfect including the weather. Disabled friendly which is a massive plus.
We will definitely be returning.
Well equipped & very comfortable.
10.0
Mini break
Stayed at Milking Parlour for 3 nights. Very clean, well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, modern bathrooms, fantastic views. Made some beautiful memories. Highly recommend it.
10.0
Cottage with a view
Fantastic views from this lovely property, set in a lovely quiet peaceful area, the adjoining meadow was lovely to wander around with the dogs. Cottage was comfortable, clean and the kitchen had all the mod cons needed. Had an issue with the electric and heating when we arrived, rang the owner and she got everything sorted within an hour, No secure area outside for the dogs to be left off the lead which was a shame but not a massive issue. Less than 5 minutes drive to the Ayres Nature Reserve which is gorgeous and a great spot for walking with the dogs - would definitely go back
10.0
Hugely enjoyable stay
We had 4 wonderful days at the Milking Parlour. The living area was great with lovely comfortable sofas. The outside area was sheltered with fantastic views. We have never had such a well equipped kitchen in a holiday home. The welcome pack was very much appreciated. We had a slight issue with the double room being too warm despite turning the heating off for the whole of the stay and turning the hot water off during the day. This was possibly just a fault with the system and we managed around it by moving to the other bedroom. We will contact Island Escapes separately to ask them to check if there’s an issue. It didn’t spoil our stay in any way and we will be booking to go back at some point in the future. Thank you to the owners and to Island Escapes.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Isle of Man?
The average price for a rental in Isle of Man is £103 per night. This rental is £8 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at A holiday cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is A holiday cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at A holiday cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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