Self Catering at Glendown Farm

Went up to see Derek and Jane tonight to go through a few changes on the website for their self catering accommodation. It was great talking to hear that bookings for next year were already going really well and spent a few minutes trawling through the guest book from the self catering cottage. There was some really fantastic comments about the cottage which we are going to use on the website soon. There was also plenty of comments about how much people had enjoyed their holiday to the Isle of Man.

What surprised me most was that most people come and stay in the accommodation because it is close to Port Erin and Port St Mary in the south of the Isle of Man and not because it is on a farm. I really thought staying on a Manx farm would be a strong selling point for people in the UK looking for a great family holiday. Despite some fantastic walks (Have to say I’m biased on this point as all my favourite walks are around here) most of the comments suggested people were using it’s close proximity to the Island’s transport links like the Steam Train in Port Erin and not so much getting out for walks. I guess that gives them something to look forward to on their next visit though!

Been promised a nice bit of Manx lamb for working on the website which I’m looking forward to. Can’t beat a lamb sunday roast, especially when it’s raised on your doorstep.