Charming Country Cottage with private garden. We welcome children and dogs…..

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

Delamont Country Park4 min drive
Killyleagh Castle4 min drive
Castle Ward18 min drive
Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)48 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Set in the heart of rural Co Down only 2 miles from Strangford Lough , this delightful cottage is ideally situated for exploring this beautiful area.
The cottage has 3 bedrooms , one double bedroom downstairs and two twin bedrooms upstairs. The downstairs bathroom has separate bath and shower. The kitchen is well equipped including electric cooker, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. A washing machine and tumble dryer are also provided. The sitting room has a woodburning stove , TV and radio and a wide selection of books and games. The Hall/ dining area has French doors opening on to a patio area and a private south facing garden with lovely view over the surrounding countryside. BBQ and garden furniture make this an ideal setting for relaxing holiday . It is ideal for children and dogs are welcome. There are walks around our woods and along the river. A lockup outside shed is available for bicycles and sports equipment.
WiFi is available free
Good maps and information about the area.
Ample parking space
Children and Dogs are welcome.
We have a Gold Green Tourism Award and are very eco friendly with solar panels and a wind turbine. Also a charge point for an electric car.
The farm is working under the Environmental Farming Scheme to encourage nature and birdlife and we have short walks for guests to enjoy our woods and view from the hill.
Come and enjoy a delightful holiday where you and your family will be made most welcome

Property manager

Kelsie Erskine

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

South facing front elevation with veranda

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Child friendly

Events

Events allowed

Small private parties only

Pets

Pets allowed

Dog friendly

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Small private parties only

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Downpatrick

Located in Downpatrick, this cottage is in a rural area. Strangford and Lecale and Quoile Pondage Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Downpatrick & County Down Railway and Seaforde Tropical Butterfly House. Travelling with kids? Consider Clearsky Adventure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Downpatrick Racecourse. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.

Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

What's nearby

Delamont Country Park - 4 min drive
Killyleagh Castle - 4 min drive
Downpatrick & County Down Railway - 10 min drive
Downpatrick Racecourse - 12 min drive
Castle Ward - 18 min drive

Getting around

Hilden Station - 24 min drive
Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

Dufferin Arms - 4 min drive
The Oaks - 6 min drive
Aj's Diner - 6 min drive
P a Turley - 9 min drive
Balloo House - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Country Cottage with private garden. We welcome children and dogs….. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Country Cottage with private garden. We welcome children and dogs…..?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Country Cottage with private garden. We welcome children and dogs…..?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Country Cottage with private garden. We welcome children and dogs….. located?

This family-friendly Downpatrick cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Strangford and Lecale, Killyleagh Castle and Delamont Country Park. Downpatrick & County Down Railway and Quoile Pondage Nature Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Lorraine F.

18 Jul 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Overall lovely location. Views and walks were lovely

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Finlay W.

12 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very peaceful

Lovely place to stay, beautiful surroundings, great for a peaceful break

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S., Northern Irealnd

3 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely country cottage

We had a enjoyable stay in this cosy cottage. Owners are very friendly & helpful. Views are great. We all enjoyed the walks around the laneways & woodland especially our little dog who had the freedom to explore. Hopefully we will have the chance to return. Thank you

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg Q.

1 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in Co down

excellent

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

5 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful break

Great cottage, friendly owners, superb location, lovely walks… all lead to a relaxing, quiet holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kelsie Erskine

My husband and I are both retired, I have Connemara ponies which guests are welcome to talk . We live in the 1840s farm house and the cottage is a converted farm building built in 1990 for my parents. It has been a holiday cottage now for about 20 years and we have many regular visitors.
The farm has cattle grazing and we cut silage in the summer. We work with the RSPB to encourage birdlife on the farm and are involved in the Environmental Farming Scheme. We have small woods (oak and other native species) and have this winter created a laneway between the woods so that our guests can easily access them and enjoy walking round the farm without going into the fields with cattle and ponies.
We enjoy having guests and welcome children and dogs .
We are both keen walkers and are happy to advise on good places to visit or trails to walk.

Why they chose this property

We are the ideal place to stay for anyone wanting to explore all that Co Down has to offer. Delamont Country Park is less than 2 miles away with access to Strangford Lough. Wonderful walks to explore at National Trust property Castleward and Rowallane or take the car ferry across Strangford Narrows and visit Mount Stewart . Or you can go climbing in the Mourne Mountains. We have maps and good information and are pleased to advise guests .Play golf ? there are numerous good golf courses nearby including some that are internationally famous Children will enjoy lovely sandy beaches less than half an hour away . History of the area is well documented at the St Patrick’s Centre in nearby Downpatrick. You can also book on guided tours or visit the old tower houses and castles around Strangford Lough. Just so much to do and see. We can recommend several Forest parks where you can enjoy great walks with yours dogs and children. We are less than 20 miles from Belfast where you can visit the Titanic Centre and enjoy shopping or lively night life! Just want a relaxing holiday…our South facing garden is quiet and looks out over the peaceful countryside! We have something for everyone!

What makes this property unique

This cottage is a very relaxing and charming place to stay with a private garden looking out over the fields and countryside, guests can enjoy our walks and woods and watch our ponies and sometimes a foal or two skipping about in the fields! Patio, garden furniture and BBQ all provided for guests can enjoy or invite their friends round for a party.
Wet have numerous books, DVDs and games or you can take a trip to explore all Belfast has to offer.....The Titanic or even the Ulster Folk Park and Transport Museum
This will be a holiday to remember, many of our guests return year after year.

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