Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.1 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Manse on the Beach is a luxurious beach house situated on the sea front in the tranquil village of Cloughey, situated in Cloughey Bay near the tip of the Ards Peninsula, just 45 minutes drive from Belfast (40 minutes from Belfast City Airport). It is an ideal weekend or summer base to escape to the sea and explore the wonders of the Ards Peninsula, and it is only 4 miles from the charming sailing village of Portaferry. All rooms are centrally heated (oil fired) with an Aga in the kitchen, have a breathtaking view of the beach and are beautifully furnished in a traditional style.
The Manse On The Beach - Front View
Large enclosed walled garden to rear
Beach View
Large comfortable kitchen with Aga
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The County Down region
The towns and villages of Mourne country are exciting destinations in their own right, also good bases for discovering the magic of the mountains and the sea.
The Ards Peninsula has many wonderful attractions, with Strangford Lough as it's main centrepiece. Coastal towns include Bangor, Donaghadee, Groomsport, Millisle, Portavogie and Portaferry. The Penisula is also home to two very popular National Trust properties as well as the beautifully restored National Trust village at Kearney.
Other popular resorts include Newcastle, where Slieve Donard really does 'sweep down to the sea' offers family fun, plus the bonus of mountains and championship golf (Royal County Down) on your doorstep. Nearby Bryansford and Tollymore are centres for outdoor adventure - from the sublime to the extreme. There is pony-trekking, bouldering, canoeing, abseiling, hillwalking and even Ireland's only mountainboarding facility! Both Tollymore and Castlewellan have outstanding forest parks. Silent Valley, inland from restored harbour hamlet, Annalong, is another gem. Big plans are afoot for the Mourne area - soon to be designated a National Park. Round the rocky coast, past busy fishing port Kilkeel, to Victorian Rostrevor. Its park begins as manicured lawns, but as you climb it becomes an arboretum, river walk and finally a mountain trail offering views across Carlingford Lough.
Cloughey area
Nearest Shop (Large Centra): 5 minutes walk Ardminnan 9-hole Golf Course: .5 mile Ardminnan Equestrian Centre: .5 mile Kirkistown 18-hole Castle Golf Club (with bar): .75 mile Kirkistown Castle: 1 mile Portavogie fishing village (renowned Quays Bar and Restaurant): 1.5 miles Kearney – Beautifully restored village owned by the National Trust: 3 miles Portaferry Marina with restaurants and bars: 4 miles Exploris Aquarium: 4 miles Greyabbey: A must for antique enthusiasts: 8 miles Mount Stewart House and Gardens: 9 miles Newtownards: Nearest large town: 11 miles
The village’s primary role today is geared to relaxation. It has a wide beach and acres of sand dunes. On the landward side, an excellent 18 hole golf course, tennis courts and children’s play facilities provide a focus for the visitor, as well as the families who arrive at weekends to occupy the homes that are a feature of the area. Of historical interest is Kirkistown Castle, built around 1622 and now open to the public during the summer.
Clean Coast Award winning beach
Sand dune system supporting a full range of wildflowers
Kirkiston Castle Golf Club with 18 holes and Ardminnon Golf Course with 9 holes
At the Cloughey Pavilion you will find newly refurbished floodlit tennis courts and an outdoor bowling green
Recently opened Children's Somme Memorial Garden with excellent playground facilities in the area
Three caravan sites catering for caravans and camping
Kirkiston Short Circuit Racing Track with either car or motor cycle events most weekends of the visitor season
The Nora Watson Jewelry premises and workshop
The Built Heritage dept. of DENI maintain a number of archaeological sites in this area of the Upper Ards, including Kirkiston Castle, and the ruins of The White House said to be an early mid 17th century Plantation defended farmhouse
How to get there
Nearest airport is Belfast City Airport. Take the A55 Outer Ring to the town of Newtownards. Follow the Newtownards bypass on to the Portaferry Road and then travel through Greyabbey and Kirkubbin. Once through Kirkubbin take the first left after the town, signposted for Cloughey. Drive to the end of that road (approx 4 miles) until you reach the crossroad at Cloughey Strand. Turn right and drive straight until you see a large Centra foodstore in front of you. Then turn left down Manse Road, driving along by the shore. Number 25 is approximately 200 yards down that road on your right hand side.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Belfast City Airport: 30 km
Railway:
Bangor: 20 km
Ferry:
Belfast: 30 km
Activities near Cloughey
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (1), Double beds (4), Cots (1), Dining seating for 12, Lounge seating for 12, Sleeps maximum of 9
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Originally built in the 1920s , this very spacious house has recently being restored, retaining much of its original charm, with beautiful pitch pine flooring and woodwork features throughout.Two Large Lounge Areas - Open fireplaces in each with ample seating, TV/DVD player, games and library. The second reception room has a pine dining table, with charming pitch pine dresser and additional seating. Magnificent views of the beach from both. Extensive solid pine kitchen with dining area, includes traditional Belfast sink, Aga, gas hob and electric cooker, washer/dryer, dish washer, microwave and fridge/freezer. Large, comfortable bathroom, with enamel bath and electric power shower, and ample storage areas. Additional shower room and toilet on the ground floor. Three spacious double rooms and one triple room comfortably sleeps 8 or 9, with traditional pine beds, drawers & wardrobes in each room.
Further details outdoors: The house has extensive secluded, sheltered gardens (half an acre) to rear which catch the glorious afternoon and evening sun, complete with picnic table and barbecue area. Ample parking facilities and gardens are also available to the front of the property, a stones throw from the extensive 2 mile beach.
Further details
The property is normally let on a weekly basis - Saturday to Saturday. Other requests will be considered. Credit Card booking facility is available.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
All fuel and heating costs are included in the rental fee.
Christmas, New Year and Easter are all considered High Season.
Halloween is considered Mid Season.
Weekend rates are negotiable pending availability.
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 98395
Name:
Cora and Brian Robinson
Tel:
+44 (0) 02890424200
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