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16 Arthur Street Guest Cottage, Hillsborough
Arthur Street Guest Cottage was designed to make your visit a unique, comfortable and fun experience. Our cottage is designed for all your needs, We know that travelling can be exhausting, and will do their best to make your stay easy and satisfying. Take a look at our site to find out more about our cottage, the local surroundings including restaurants, bars and the newly opened Hillsborough Castle. cnelmes168.wixsite.com/arthurstreetguest Contact Chris on 07525070421 or Pauline on 07775773806

"The Wee Barn. In the heart of the countryside"
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful County Down countryside, in the midst of the Mourne Mountains, The Wee Barn is a traditional stone cottage situated just 2 miles from the busy town of Banbridge with excellent shops and restaurants. The Designer Boulevard Shopping Outlet is just 3 miles away, while the Historic village of Hillsborough with its Royal Castle and Forest is just a 15 minute drive. The Cottage has a newly renovated interior, wood burning stove and has a relaxing and snug feel!

La Belle Villa, Rostrevor, N. Ireland.
Our new villa has great views of the mountains and sea at Carlingford Lough, is close to restaurants and dining, the small beach at Rostrevor, family-friendly activities (walking, trekking, cycling on the Mourne mountains and sailing in the bay), and nightlife. You’ll love it here because of the views, the location, people, ambiance, peace, outdoors space and beautiful fresh air. It is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travellers, and families with older kids - maximum of 6 persons.

Croob View Black Hut
Enjoy the setting of this romantic spot on a working sheep and cattle farm in the Dromara Hills, nestled in nature. Between Castlewellan and Dromara, 15min drive to Newcastle, 25min from Belfast. A couples retreat with a new electric hot tub in the middle of a mountain, sheep as the only possible disturbance. Guests are welcome to meet and greet our animals at the gate up to the hut. Honey the Falabella horse, 5 pygmy goat and our Free range hens, who give our guests eggs in our welcome pack.

Stone Wall Cottage
200 year old cottage nestled in a white-washed courtyard, lovingly restored and brought to life. All the modern comforts integrated between stone walls and rustic beams in a beautiful rural setting. Located half a mile from Tollymore Forest and by car we are 5 mins from Mourne Mountains, 5 mins from Newcastle and 5 mins from Castlewellan. The cottage is in the midst of our working horse farm, horses, chickens, dogs and donkeys are all part of the family. Dogs and horses are welcome guests.

Luxury seaside lodge just feet from the sea.
A perfect waterside getaway all year round for two. On the waters edge, giving commanding views out to sea, mountains and panoramic views. Only 5 mins drive from a large market town and 20 min to Belfast city. Dog friendly. Close to leading golf courses. Stylish. Vaulted ceilings, Large floor to ceiling windows, doors open out to large terrace south facing for sunset drinks or bbq and a balcony area from master suite. Outdoor seating for chilling or dining. Wood burning stove in living area.

The Beach House Strangford
Unique self-catering house on Kilclief Beach, metres from the waves, with stunning sea views in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Strangford - The Narrows, Angus Rock lighthouse, the Isle of Man (on a clear day!), Kilclief Castle and the Mournes! Short drive to the famous Royal County Down and Ardglass golf courses! Cosy one bedroom house, certified by Tourism NI, with kitchen, dining/living area and bathroom downstairs. Upstairs bedroom adjoins a 2nd living area - the 'look-out'.

Tollymore View: Newcastle
A home away from home, in the grounds of our family holiday home, the house is just 300m away from the entrance of Tollymore Forest Park. Unwind in the hot tub soaking in the dramatic view of the Mourne Mountains. Inside, relax in front of a cosy wood burning stove. Lively Newcastle town, with its many shops, cafes, bars and restaurants is less than 5 minutes drive away. Other attractions close by are Murlough Beach, Castlewellan forest Park & many walking, hiking & cycling trails.

Waterside apartment with mountain views & garden
This well appointed ground floor apartment is perfectly set up for families and commands some of the finest vistas in Ireland , overlooking Dundrum bay and the majestic Mournes. The apartment stands on the quayside just a few metres from the waters edge and has its own entrance, private garden and patio. The village of Dundrum is a moments walk away and has two excellent restaurants. The bay is a haven for wildlife, especially birds, and Murlough nature reserve is a short walk away.

Bird Island Bothy
Wake with the rising sun, shrill calls of the wading birds, and waves breaking on the shore only meters away. The wild shore and vegetation provide a great habitat for birds, mammals, insects and spiders typical of the Irish coast. Wading birds can be seen feeding along the undisturbed shore. Bird Island Bothy has the feel of a sailing ship's cabin with chunky wooden beams, mock four-poster bed and plush velvet curtains. A great base from which to explore the Ards Peninsula.

Tollymore Luxury Log Cabin
Tullymore Luxury Log Cabin nestled in the foothills of the Mourne mountains, overlooking Tullymore Forest park. The natural beauty of this private property displays a 360 degree view of the Mourne Mountains, Dramara and Slieve Croob Mountains, sea It offers the luxury of watching the stars whilst basking in the fresh spring water log burning private hot tub for an additional cost of £50 per day. Not suitable for children under 5 years. this must be previously booked

Seaview Cottage I. with HOT TUB & SAUNA
The cosy cottage provides perfect accommodation for up to 4 people. You can enjoy the spa pool, sauna, and paddle boards whilst experiencing breath-taking views. The cottage is located a stones throw from the beach, with stunning views looking over Strangford Lough and the Mourne Mountains. Only 5 minutes walk is the village of Kircubbin, where there are pubs, restaurants and a supermarket. With the water so close, wake up to the sounds, views & smell of the sea.
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The Pink Cottage (upstairs suite) & Secret Garden

The Barn at Winton

The Loft Cottage

The Boathouse at Old Court

Whiterock Retreat

Adult only Retreat - Views of Carlingford Lough

Cabra Cottage Luxurious Retreat.

Private Luxury Wellness Escape
All about County Down
Situated along the eastern coast of Northern Ireland, County Down is where the peaks of the Mourne Mountains sweep down to the waters of the Irish Sea. Hundreds of kilometres of hiking and biking trails through nature reserves thread through this breathtaking landscape, with golden beaches, rolling hills, and ancient forests. Strangford Lough, an inlet protected from the rough waves of the Irish Sea, provides calm waters for kitesurfing, fishing, and swimming.
In Tollymore Forest, the filming location for a famous television series, you can follow winding paths that pass by rivers and over bridges. Crawfordsburn Country Park, on the oceanfront, has sandy beaches, waterfalls, and wooded glens. Slieve Gullion Forest, in the south of the county, looks like something out of a storybook, complete with moss-covered trees and a fairy kingdom for children to explore. The largest city in County Down is Bangor, a seaside town where you’ll find a marina and pier, several museums and galleries, and eateries offering locally caught cod, oysters, and crab.
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The Mourne Wall
Built in the early 20th century to keep free-grazing cattle and sheep away from the Silent Valley Reservoir, this 30-kilometre-long dry-stone wall weaves up and down 15 summits in the Mourne Mountains, the highest mountains in Northern Ireland. You can hike the entire length of the wall, or find shuttle buses to bring you to various peaks along the route.
Castlewellan Forest Park
Just north of the Mourne Mountains, the 460-hectare Castlewellan Forest Park is home to the National Arboretum of Northern Ireland, started in 1740 and containing many rare trees from around the world. The greater park features hiking and biking trails around the lake, a play area for children, and a stately Victorian castle. Walk through the intricate hedged paths of the Peace Maze and ring the bell when you finally arrive at its centre.
The Down County Museum
At the late-18th-century Down County Museum in Downpatrick, once the county jail, you can learn about the rich history of the county. You’ll find exhibitions and interactive displays of Neolithic axes and pottery, the 10th-century Downpatrick High Cross, farming equipment, and artifacts from everyday life throughout the centuries. And if you’re most curious about the museum’s own past, you can tour the floor of restored jail cells.
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- Titanic Belfast
- Royal County Down Golf Club
- Sse Arena
- Boucher Road Playing Fields
- Ulster Museum
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