Thie yn Droghad - Old Laxey, Isle of Man
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N 54° 13.609 W 004° 23.501
30U E 409275 N 6009652
Thie yn Droghad is a holiday chalet on Breeze Hill in Old Laxey.
Waymark Code: WM12RFF
Location: Isle of Man
Date Posted: 07/07/2020
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member NW_history_buff
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Thie yn Droghad is a holiday chalet on Breeze Hill in Old Laxey which nestled beside the Laxey River with great views across the harbour. Laxey beach and promenade are just a few minutes stroll away over the bridge.

In Old Laxey there is a choice of two beachside cafes, a cosy pub and an Italian restaurant also there are plenty of attraction an easy car ride or a good walk away for those who don't mind taking a bit of exercise by walking up the Glen Road and exploring Laxey or further afield on the Manx Electric Railway or the Snaefell Mountain Railway.

'The Chalet
A wonderful, spacious chalet that sleeps 4 in two bedrooms, each with its own private bath or shower room.

Cosy and warn, Thie yn Droghad is full of character and charm - perfect for a break away from it all.

The open plan living room, dining room and kitchen have everything you need to enjoy your stay, including games box and books to you occupied when you're not out exploring the island.

The tranquil south-facing garden is equipped with table and chairs, and a BBQ so you can make the most of the view and enjoy your time outdoors.

With a dishwasher and washing machine (and a laundrette just across the road) your holiday time is spent doing the things you enjoy.' (visit link)

The cosy chalet has the following features:
- accommodates 4 people
- two bedrooms, one double and one twin
- fully equipped kitchen
- linens and towels provided
- free Wi-Fi
- Freeview TV with Amazon Firestick
- TV's in bedrooms with DVD's
- private garden with BBQ
- free parking right outside
- access to the chalet is wheelchair friendly as is the garden which also accessible via some steps from the backdoor.

(visit link)

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Daily, weekly, or monthly rates:
From £595.00 per week *Rates from £595pw low season to £795 peak season (special rates apply TT and Festival of Motorcycling)


Discounts available?:
None available


Kitchens or kitchenettes in the rooms?: Full equipped kitchen

Refrigerator?: Not in the bedroom

Fireplaces in the rooms?:
No fire places in the bedrooms (the Chalet is only open during the summmer season).


Handicap accessible rooms?: Yes

Restaurant on premises and type of restaurant?:
Italian restaurant, two cafes and a pub which serves food at lunchtime and in the early evening.


Childcare provisions?:
No


Swimming pool?: No

Meeting or convention room(s) available?: No

Office hours and any seasonal operating times or closed periods?:
The Chalet is only open during the Isle of Man's summer season which opens around Easter Time and closes in late September/early October.


Describe ease of accessibility to the location using a vehicle, hiking, etc.:
The Chalet is accessible by foot, by car by motorcycle or by bicycle.


Office phone number: +44 1624 861581

Office address:
Thie yn Droghad, Breeze Hill, Laxey, Isle of Man, IM4 7DL


Website of facility: [Web Link]

Types of recreation, activities, and attractions nearby:
Local walks, the Snaefell Mountain Railway, Water Sports, Groudle Glen Railway,Isle of Man Steam Railway, The Great Laxey Wheel, Douglas Horse Trams, the Manx Electric Railway and Laxey Beach.


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