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Beautiful converted stone barn, huge open fire, panoramic view of countryside

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Omagh, Co Tyrone
  • Gortin Glen Forest Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sperrins
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ulster American Folk Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪89 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful converted stone barn, huge open fire, panoramic view of countryside

'The Bothy” is a beautifully converted traditional stone barn providing luxurious self-catering accommodation in the heart of the Sperrin Mountains. This recently restored building with exposed wood, brick and stone creates a warm relaxed setting from which to explore the natural beauty of the area. “The Bothy” retains all the beauty of the old without compromising on comfort. It is situated in Rouskey, a small hamlet along the Ownereagh valley, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. It is an ideal spot from which to explore the whole of the north of Ireland being approx one hour's drive from the north, east and west coasts.

Property manager

Charles Ward

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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
Guests to keep property as they find it in a clean and tidy condition. No pets in house.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Omagh

Located in Omagh, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The Abingdon Collection and Ulster American Folk Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Barronscourt Brewing Company and Newtownstewart Golf Club. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Omagh, Co Tyrone

What's nearby

  • Gortin Glen Forest Park - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sperrins - 9 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Ulster American Folk Park - 22 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Millennium Forum - 36 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Derry City Walls - 36 min drive - 43.9 km

Getting around

  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pedlars Rest - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Foothills Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hughie Ruadhs - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Michael Meenagh - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪B Kirk - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful converted stone barn, huge open fire, panoramic view of countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful converted stone barn, huge open fire, panoramic view of countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful converted stone barn, huge open fire, panoramic view of countryside?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beautiful converted stone barn, huge open fire, panoramic view of countryside located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Gortin Glen Forest Park, Turloughages Lough and Sperrins. Golan Lough and Lough Aleen are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful setting
Warm friendly hosts and beautiful accommodation with amazing views.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot!
The house and location were absolutely stunning. Beautiful views, cozy and clean house, and wonderful homeowners. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an authentic and quiet Ireland stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
A charming, clean, beautiful home! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mel W.

a very delightful barn well worth the visit
what a smashing place it was lovely inside was very welcoming cottage we enjoyed our stay was looked after with fresh eggs and bread would definitely recommend the bothy

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Stunning
A beautifully restored property in a stunning location. Wonderful hosts who not only provided a warm welcome but some tasty treats too. Would highly recommend this wonderful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanted location
The cottage was fantastic. Only suggestion is bigger beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S., Reno

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommended!
Good location to visit Northern Ireland sights. Excellent property, as advertised. Outstanding view. Warm welcome by owners. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Stunning !
They are just the best !!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picturesque
We had a wonderful stay! Easy to find and centrally located for all of our excursions. Charlie and Bernie are wonderful and generous hosts. The Bothy has everything you could need- well equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. The heated floor in the downstairs bath was a nice touch! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kate m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Really difficult to leave!
Oh my goodnes...this is the most wonderful place! So many small touches that made it special, plus it's extremely comfortable, the hosts are lovely, flowers - gorgeous, view -spectacular...I would love to go back for a longer stay. I gave the location only three stars because there isn't anything in walking distance, but there are stores, pubs and restaurants a shortish drive away. Be warned that the restaurants seem to have very limited hours. For us this was a small price to pay, but it might be an issue for others, or for those making a longer stay. We were happy with each of the places we stayed - in Dublin, Derry, Belfast, and Bushmills, but this was by far the most memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orla Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Secret Garden
My Family & I have just spent two wonderful nights at this beautiful, charismatic, converted barn with unbelievable views of the Sperrin Mountains. Bernadette had kindly left some bits for us; milk, bread, butter, coffee, tea & sugar. We felt this was a lovely touch as the cottage is well equipped with everything you would need. We had a toddler with us & a cot/stair gates were provided. A BBQ & outdoor seating area where we cooked one evening. We touched lucky and got great weather. The cottage itself is beaming with charm and the garden compliments it beautifully. We would most definitely choose this place for a family or friend trip away in the future. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home!
This beautiful property is a hidden gem on the outskirts of Omagh, County Tyrone and is one which is sure to please. Featuring two bathrooms and two bedrooms, it will easily accommodate a family on vacation and looking for a place to stay in the heart of the Sperrin Mountains! The location offers a very convenient location to many major attractions including the Beaghmore Standing Stones, the OM Dark Sky Park, the Gortin Glen Forest Park, and three giant sculptures who tower over the landscape are a sure hit with adults and children alike. We were delighted with the welcoming basket as provided by Bernie and Charlie who live right across the street and made sure we had tea, coffee, milk, sugar, a cake, as well as a fire which was prepared to warm us upon our arrival. They took time to check in on us to see if we needed anything else, and spent some time chatting while exploring our Irish roots and our histories. They could not have made us feel more welcome! The one issue we did have was intermittent wifi. We had reached out to the owner but did not receive a response. Bernie and Charlie did check in with us three days later and let us know that this issue is problematic throughout the whole area which is beyond their control. Definitely recommended as a place to stay but do so for more than three nights (we did six nights) as to allow ourselves the time to explore this stunning area of the north of Ireland without trying to cram everything in! 5 Stars!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Clean and comfortable accommodation in a quiet but convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful part of the world
This property is delightful and peaceful with amazing views. It has everything you need including a lovely fireplace. Thank you Charlie for having the fire lit, welcoming us home. It is suitable for a romantic weekend away, a longer stay (thoroughly recommend) or for a family. We would happily make a return visit - only wish we could have stayed longer (although it was already 6 nights).

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Old Bothy Rousky
The property was beautiful and had everything needed for a holiday including a fantastic view. The welcome was wonderful and the groceries provided were very welcome, I forgot how good home made bread and jam could taste. The wifi was a bit ropey sometimes, but not to the point where it hindered our enjoyment of the property. The whole family loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

I. F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spot on
A well located property with brilliant views well appointed facilities and a lovely host. Can't recommend enough.

10/10 Excellent

Lieven V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
De max
Heel aangename gastheer, niet opdringerig. Goede locatie voor wandelingen. Rustig gelegen, perfect !

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful barn conversion
Escaping the desert sun of Phoenix allows us to fine such charming places as The Bothy. We picked this area this year so we could attend the Open Championships in Portrush, but the cottage is so nice and peaceful that it was the highlight of our stay. Charles and Bernadette are exceptional hosts and had prepared the cottage with a few little extras as well as everything you would expect. They are always on hand to answer any queries that may arise. This converted barn is very well represented in the pictures and we were sorry when we had to leave. My wife will always miss the morning view from the conservatory with her first cup of coffee. They barn retains its original character while offering all the modern amenities and appliances. Rouskey is just a small hamlet and you have to drive a few miles for shops, bars and restaurants, but it is a great location for exploring the western counties of Northern Ireland and the very north of Ireland. The are several hikes in the area. If you are looking for a great restaurant, we can recommend The Millstone on the north side of Omagh - just a 15 minute drive - great food and exceptional prices. Thanks for making our stay so great. Kath & Brian James Sun City West, Arizona
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
We had a wonderful time! Everything we hoped it would be. The beds were great, the view amazing, property comfy and cozy. Very spacious and inviting. Loved it! Owners were available and helpful. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Spacious and homely
This is a brilliant cottage for accommodation. We spent six very comfortable, warm and cozy nights in this delightful cottage and village. Bernadette and Charlie are wonderful hosts. Bernadette made us feel completely at home. The cottage is very well equipped with everything a holidaymaker might need. While the whole cottage is beautiful, the highlight is the stunning picture window in the sunroom at the back, which kept showing us amazing and changing views, including a snowing landscape as we woke up on St Patrick's Day. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

SIMON C.

Once again, well presented and welcoming, a very relaxing and pleasant stay at The Bothy.
An awesome place to get away from it all
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Romain R., Luxembourg

Wonnerprächteg !
‘t war immens
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Ditta V.

Prachtige cottage in het hart van de Sperrin Mountains
Een zeer smaakvol en duidelijk met liefde ingerichte en van alle gemakken voorziene cottage in een mooie omgeving. De ontvangst was bijzonder vriendelijk en de eigenaren hielden op een prettige manier 'de vinger aan de pols' om te checken of alles naar wens was. De mooie grote schouw met open haard en de serre met fantastisch uitzicht op de omringende heuvels zullen we niet snel vergeten. Ook de keuken was van alle gemakken voorzien en ideaal als je van zélf koken houdt. Alles was onberispelijk schoon. Het supermarktje in het nabije dorp Gortin was opvallend goed voorzien van verse producten (ook voor mensen met dieet problemen!). Als er door het langsrazende verkeer (vooral in de ochtend en de namiddag met woon-werkverkeer) niet zo hard gereden zou worden, zou dit huisje van ons beslist 5 sterren mogen krijgen. Het heeft echter niets afgedaan aan ons vakantieplezier. In de naaste omgeving zijn mooie wandelingen te maken en verder ligt het huisje mooi centraal om naast de directe omgeving ook de kust te bezoeken en de kustlijnen boven Larne en de Atlantische kust van Donegal zijn een bezoek meer dan waard! Ook een bezoek aan de stad Derry is indrukwekkend. Kortom een aanrader!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Franz R.

Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen ... wir kommen gerne wieder
Der Gastgeber ist sehr aufmerksam. Die Wohnung ist sehr gepflegt. Die Enrichtung läst die Liebe zum Detail des Hausherrn erkennen. Wir haben von dort aus die wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten Nord Irlands erkundet. Wir können die Unterkunft uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Reto & Kathrin & Leonie D., Regensdorf, Schweiz

Unterkunft mit Stil
Was man mit viel Können und Liebe für’s Detail aus einer alten „Scheune“ machen kann, kann man hier bestens sehen und erleben. Schöne Lage, schöner Garten, schöne Aussicht, schöne Räume, schöne Einrichtung, ..., alles schön. Und die lieben Eigentümer in einem ebenso schönen Haus mit Garten und Tieren gleich gegenüber. Für uns ein guter Ausgangsort im Norden der Insel und ein perfekter Abschluss unserer vierwöchigen Irland-Rundreise. Thank you again Bernadette & Charlie
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

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