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The Gardener's Cottage

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ballynahinch
  • Belfast Botanic Gardens
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Queen's University of Belfast
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Titanic Belfast
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Gardener's Cottage

A charming little stone cottage set in 20 acres of stunning gardens and woodland in County Down. Explore the garden setting of this cosy stone cottage amid the gentle bustle of a working smallholding with geese, chickens, sheep, goats and even the occasional peacock.

Many historic and prehistoric sites nearby including filming locations of the Game of Thrones. Close to beaches and hill walking, National Trust properties and, though a rural location, close enough to Belfast to access the city.
The space
This cosy cottage sits in the lush gardens and yard of Knocknamorney house. Originally a spiritual retreat, rumour has it that the cottage was built for the Dalai Lama when he visited Northern Ireland. It has its own front door, a bedroom, shower room with separate dressing room and a small kitchen. It is located in the yard that is shared with the main house. It also has a private parking space.

Fully furnished kitchen with oven/hob, fridge freezer, microwave, dining table seating for 2.

Dressing room with shower room.

Bedroom with double bed with wall mounted digital TV with freeview.

**Please note there is no lounge space in the property.

There is a laundrette in saintfield village and there is a washing machine in the main house that can be used by arrangement. There is a drying area to the rear of the cottage.
Guest access
The cottage is located in 20 acres of pleasure gardens which include a fire pit, allotment, arboretum, a maze and a many other exciting outdoor spaces.

You are welcome to explore the gardens at your leisure. We even have an old Irish cottage ruin!
Other things to note
Bring your horse along on holiday! We have paddocks and stabling if you need it. Get in touch and we can cater for all your equestrian needs.

Property manager

Joanna Sterling

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ballynahinch

Ballynahinch is home to this cottage. Temple Golf and Country Club and Belvoir Park Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Titanic Belfast and Ulster Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Seaforde Tropical Butterfly House, or check out an event or a game at SSE Arena.
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Ballynahinch

What's nearby

  • Belfast Botanic Gardens - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Queen's University of Belfast - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Boucher Road Playing Fields - 19 min drive - 21.5 km
  • SSE Arena - 21 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Titanic Belfast - 23 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Hilden Station - 26 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Rossi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maud's Ice Cream & Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Saints Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aj's Diner - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gardener's Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gardener's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gardener's Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gardener's Cottage located?

Set in Ballynahinch, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Temple Golf and Country Club, Montalto Estate and Strangford and Lecale. Ulster Museum and Seaforde Tropical Butterfly House are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Rural Setting
Comfortable setting with everything we needed. Great area to take a walk and visit the horses and goats. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joanna Sterling

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