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Packet House - a holiday cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
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Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Water view

Explore the area

Map
Unknown, Castletown
  • Castle Rushen
    1 min walk
  • Nautical Museum
    1 min walk
  • St Mary's on the Harbour
    2 min walk
  • Isle of Man (IOM)
    3 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Packet House - a holiday cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Packet House is one of a collection of refurbished listed buildings in an historic area of Castletown in the south of the Isle of Man. Formerly the headquarters of the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, the oldest continually operating passenger shipping company in the world. Castletown itself is full of history and the home of a number of Manx National Heritage sites.

Packet House has been lovingly refurbished to a very high standard, with 2 double bedrooms (plus a separate infant nursery) and a comfortable open plan lounge and dining area.

Sit and enjoy the fantastic views over the harbour and across to Castletown bay from the protruding viewing gallery, part of the large open plan living area. Next door is Ellan Vannin, which sleeps 6 so could be booked together for a larger group.

Castletown is a great base for a holiday, just 5 minutes from the airport and with a wide range of bars, restaurants and cafes close by. The historic Steam Railway runs through the town connecting it with the islands capital, Douglas and the seaside villages of Port Erin and Port St Mary.
Visit Isle of Man rating: 5 Star Gold

Safe, Clean, Legal COVID 19: Accredited

Downstairs
Bedroom 1: King size bed, bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, wardrobe
Ensuite: Shower, wash hand basin and w/c
Cloakroom: WC and hand basin

Upstairs 1st floor:
Bedroom 2: King size bed, bedside cabinets, chest of drawers, wardrobe
Ensuite: Shower, wash hand basin and w/c ​
Nursery: Small nursery room containing cot.

Upstairs 2nd floor:
Lounge/Dining area: Large corner sofa, Dining table and 4 chairs, Apple TV, coffee table, log burner.
Kitchen : Electric oven, electric hob, 2 fridges, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and toaster.
Utility room: Complete with washing machine and tumble dryer.

Parking: Parking is available close by, with additional on street parking if required.

Changeover Day: Flexible - arrival 4:00pm - departure 10:00am

Pets: Not accepted.

Power & Heating: Heating & Electricity included

Wifi: Free Wifi included

Bedding & Linen: Bed linen and towels provided.

Baby Equipment: High chair and cot available.

Shop: 0.1 ml Pub: 0.1 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.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Castle Rushen. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Steps from Castle Rushen and Nautical Museum

Property manager

Island Escapes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Packet House - a holiday cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Penny F.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time to the IOM
This property is excellent for two couples being able to have our own bathrooms. You would need to be fit as the living part in this accommodation is on the third floor, an advantage to see the harbour and the wonderful view. The only downfall is the sofa is quite low and very uncomfortable and the WiFi faded out, no good to watch catch up TV.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classy apartment on Castletown Harbour
Very smart and comfortable apartment, with great views from the top-floor living room bay window. Perfect accommodation for two couples - provided you are OK with the steep and narrow staircases, since the apartment is on 3 levels.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022