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Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.

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Interior
Outdoor spa tub
TV
Fridge, microwave, toaster, freezer
1 bedroom, free Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Maughold, Isle of Man
  • The Venture Centre
    3 min drive
  • Grove Museum of Victorian Life
    5 min drive
  • Milntown House
    6 min drive
  • Isle of Man (IOM)
    44 min drive

Room options

About the area

What's nearby

  • The Venture Centre - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Grove Museum of Victorian Life - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Laxey Wheel - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Laxey Beach - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Douglas Beach - 27 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Douglas Ferry Station - 33 min drive
  • Isle of Man (IOM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Central - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Shore Hotel Laxey - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Shed By The Sea - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trafalgar Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Mines Tavern - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.

Perfect for a couple's getaway, Elgin Retreat offers single level guest accommodation located in the heart of Maughold on the north east side of the Island, just 5 minutes outside Ramsey, where a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants can be found.

Local to Elgin Retreat, you can explore the country lanes and two beautiful beaches on foot, the perfect way to take in this part of the island. There is also The Venture Centre just up the road, an outdoor activity centre offering many activities including kayaking, archery and coasteering. If you prefer to stick around there's still plenty to do - guests can enjoy use of an outdoor firepit, BBQ area, small bar area, sun terrace and the outdoor sauna.

A couple of minutes walk away is a stop on the Manx Electric Railway which you can take into the town of Ramsey, or head down the coast to Laxey and Douglas. You can also hop aboard the Snaefell Mountain Railway from Laxey and experience the Isle of Man from its tallest peak!

Elgin Retreat consists of one bedroom which can be made up as a super king or two singles, as well as a large lounge with a sofa bed, giving you full flexibility to enjoy your stay. There's also a bathroom and a kitchenette which also has a fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine, kettle and toaster. There is no oven or hob provided.

Plenty of off-road parking, private patio, woodland garden, use of two other patio areas and a large lawn for you to explore and enjoy.

Visit Isle of Man rating: 4 Star Gold

Holiday Let Features:

Kitchenette: Fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine, kettle and toaster. Important - there is no oven or hob provided.

Bedroom: Super king sized bed or two singles, chest of drawers, bedside tables, dressing table, wardrobe.

En-suite: Walk-in shower, wash hand basin, WC

Lounge: Log burner, sofa bed, two recliners, dining table with four chairs, TV

Outdoor sauna: Available at an additional cost

Parking: Plenty of off-road private parking available.

Changeover Day: Flexible - arrival 3:00pm - departure 10:00am

Pets: Pets not accepted

Power & Heating: Heating & Electricity included

Wifi: Free Wifi included

Bedding & Linen: Bed linen and towels provided, please bring your own beach towels.

Shop: 2 ml Pub: 2 ml

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.

Property manager

Island Escapes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchenette

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

587533

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.?

Yep, Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold. has a self car park, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.?

The closest beach to Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold. is Laxey Beach (9.2 km).

Does Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold. a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold..

Is there a private hot tub at Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.?

No, Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold.?

No, pets are not allowed.

Set in the beautiful rural location of Maughold, Elgin Retreat offers plenty to enjoy and is a matte Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
One of the best properties we have stayed in . Couldn't fault it. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A special hideaway
Home from home, with lots of special touches and lovely owners on site. We were disappointed to leave and so hope to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Doncaster south Yorkshire UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Little gem
Fantastic stay, everything you need for a relaxing self catering break, thoughtful host make this extra special, we hit gold finding this little gem and will definitely be returning 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022