This 19th-century listed cottage was once part of the Old House of Keys, a former meeting place for Manx politics and the Isle of Man's parliament. It should come as no surprise that this home is steeped in history. Features like wooden beams and exposed stonework only add to that heritage, while modern updates like auto-closing windows and a sleek kitchen keep things contemporary. We think it's utterly warm and welcoming – you'll feel at home as soon as you open the door and step into the roomy living area. Sprawl out on the cushy L-shaped sofa after a busy day, catching up on your favourite Netflix shows. When you grow peckish, let your culinary skills run wild in the kitchen before settling down for a meal at the dining table in front of the cosy log burner. Come bedtime, make your way to the sumptuous main suite and drift off to dreamland underneath vaulted ceilings. Location-wise, right across the street is Castle Ru...
While in the unspoilt remoteness of the Irish Sea, in the rolling coastal countryside, there’s an air of familiarity here that feels just like home. Inside, it’s all about elegance, simplicity and quality – crisp linens in the bedrooms, a timeless Chesterfield armchair in the living space and a flash up-to-date kitchen. Start mornings relishing the peace and quiet in the snug before pouring out altogether into the lush garden for cream tea on the patio. Come rain or shine, the games room will keep big and little kids alike busy for hours. Lace up your walking shoes and take the thirty-five-minute yomp to the rugged shores of Kirk Michael or head out on a twenty-minute stroll to the picturesque Bishopscourt Glen. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, come home to a dining experience organised by your host. In the evening, pour a drink at your very own bar and get settled into the squashy sofas, warming your toes by the fire, reflecting on a...