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Cottage |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 8

Strangford in County Down

From £490 per week

2 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car advised, may take pets - please enquire

About the home

Blackthorn Cottage will sleep 6-8 people very comfortably which makes it the perfect place to come and explore this wonderful part of the world in a larger group. The cottage itself has all that you could need to make your stay as comfortable as possible and is close to some excellent golf, fishing, and sailing facilities.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Bedroom one: large with double bed and en suite shower room
Bedroom two: large with double bed and en suite bathroom
Bedroom three: off bedroom two - a loft bedroom with up to four single beds
Open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room: spacious with stone-faced fireplace with wood-burning stove, pine dresser, dining table and chairs, large comfortable sofas and reclaimed quarry-tiled floor. Kitchen area fully -equipped with gas hob, electric oven, fridge with ice-box, washing machine/tumble drier, microwave and dishwasher
Double doors lead to a paved patio with picnic table and bench seating and fabulous views of the coast.

Further details outdoors:
Blackthorn Cottage is part of a 'clachan' or cluster of traditional stone-built dwellings which were built in the 17th century as part of a hill-farm. They are surrounded by the small mountains of Slievemoyle and Castlemahon and have spectacular views over this part of County Down and across the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man.

This cottage shares a grassed garden area with Mill Cottage next door, and has its own balcony/patio, dedicated driveway and parking spaces and access to 56 acres of hillside. There are way-marked trails to follow. Maps are provided, or you can ask us for directions - we are always happy to help!

Further details

Rate includes: electricity and oil central heating.
Bed linen, bath towels ( not beach towels) and kitchen and bathroom basics are also provided.
Welcome basket of local produce to make a snack on your arrival.
A starter supply of logs is provided - more can be purchased on site.
Baby cot and high chair available on request.
Smoking not permitted within the buildings.
Watercolour Painting Workshops are available during the week or at weekends - please ask for details.
Pets possible - please enquire in advance.

Conditions

Minimum of 7 nights stay in July and August - changeover day is usually Saturday, but is sometimes flexible - please ask.

Weekend and midweek breaks, as well as longer stays are available during the rest of the year.

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Lots of space for cooking/dining/relaxing

 

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Wood burning stove for cosy evenings

 

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Double Bedroom with en suite bathroom

The County Down region

Down is remarkable for its many low, beautifully cultivated hills. However, in south County Down, the rugged Mountains of Mourne, formed from stark granite, offer a striking contrast to this arable land. Here, Slieve Donard rises to a height of 848 metres. Slieve Croob tops another group of hills in the centre of County Down.

To the east, the Ards Peninsula forms a barrier between the sea and an almost land-locked Strangford Lough. With a history spanning 7000 years, County Down has many important archaeological sites and ancient monuments, together with attractions for the sportsman, the climber and the walker.

The Strangford area

Downpatrick is the administrative centre of Historic Down District, and with a population of 10,113 has the highest populous in Down. There are many sites to visit in this town and its surrounds. Downpatrick is home to Down County Museum, Down Cathedral and adjacent to is the final resting place of Saint Patrick, along with Saints Brigid and Colmcille. Downpatrick Race Course is home of the Ulster National, and plays host to a series of meetings throughout the year.

How to get there

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By car from Belfast: Take the A7 out of Belfast for Downpatrick, then take the A25 out of Downpatrick for Strangford (follow the signs for Strangford ferry). Pass a sign on your left for Audley's Castle and 1 mile further on the A25 Slievemoyle Cottages are sign posted on your right-hand side (brown tourist board sign). If you reach the sign for Castleward you have gone past our lane!
( Journey time - 45 min.approx.)

By Car from Dublin Take the M1 motorway following for Belfast. When you are coming into Newry follow signs for Downpatrick, A25. The A25 goes through Downpatrick and on to Strangford. (follow the signs for Strangford ferry). Pass a sign on your left for Audley's Castle and 1 mile further on the A25 Slievemoyle Cottages are sign posted on your right-hand side (brown tourist board sign). If you reach the sign for Castleward you have gone past our lane!
( Journey time - 2 1/2 hours)

Activities near Strangford

Reviews

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31 Aug 2011

“Fantastic accommodation with amazing views and close to the sea and countryside.” This was our second holiday. The owners are friendly and helpful with so much local knowledge to make the holiday more enjoyable. It was an excellent base for exploring the surrounding area. We... more

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 8
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low Season	4 Jan 12	31 Mar 12	490£ 490	0-	0-	2 Nights
High Season	31 Mar 12	21 Apr 12	550£ 550	0-	0-	2 Nights
Mid Season	21 Apr 12	30 Jun 12	520£ 520	0-	0-	2 Nights
High Season	30 Jun 12	3 Sep 12	550£ 550	0-	0-	1 Week
Mid Season	3 Sep 12	5 Nov 12	520£ 520	0-	0-	2 Nights
Low Season	5 Nov 12	15 Dec 12	490£ 490	0-	0-	2 Nights
High Season	15 Dec 12	3 Jan 13	550£ 550	0-	0-	2 Nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Minimum stay during July and August is one week, usually with Saturday arrival.

Mid-week and weekend breaks are available in Blackthorn Cottage.

2011 - 2012rates for a two night break:

LOW season: £340

MID season: £360

HIGH season: £380

High Season rate applies to Bank Holiday weekends - 17 March, 7 May, 4 June 2012

LOW SEASON SHORT BREAK OFFER - three nights for two night rate.

Please apply to owner for one night rate and large group rate.

5% discount when booking more than one cottage except during high season.

Deposit of £100 per cottage required to secure booking.

Payment accepted by credit/debit card, cheque, bank transfer in GBP

Payment of balance on arrival by cheque or debit/credit card or in cash.

Availability

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5 years listed You are contacting Greer & Maureen Lowe Landline +44 028448 81690 Mobile +44 7801015384 Payment accepted Credit cards accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2007. This cottage has received 1 review from previous guests.

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