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Rocklea Seaside Cottage

Newcastle, County Down, County Down (Ref. 1085282)

4.9★

Hogans Irish Cottages rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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20 Customer Review(s)

  • Ian

    “We loved this beautiful cottage from the moment we walked in!”

    It's really homely and welcoming, and we enjoyed a wonderful and very special week there. The sea views are stunning, the best we've ever had from a holiday cottage, and it was magical to watch the sunrise over the bay. We could easily have stayed in all day just looking at the view. However, we tore ourselves away as Rocklea is ideally located for exploring this beautiful area, and we very much enjoyed the Mournes, Tollymore, Murlough, Silent Valley and Castlewellan Country Park. Also, the ...

    It's really homely and welcoming, and we enjoyed a wonderful and very special week there. The sea views are stunning, the best we've ever had from a holiday cottage, and it was magical to watch the sunrise over the bay. We could easily have stayed in all day just looking at the view. However, we tore ourselves away as Rocklea is ideally located for exploring this beautiful area, and we very much enjoyed the Mournes, Tollymore, Murlough, Silent Valley and Castlewellan Country Park. Also, the coastal path from Bloody Bridge has fabulous views out to sea. The cottage is well equipped, cosy and very comfortable and we would highly recommend it. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you, Mary, for all your kindness and helpfulness to us, which we really appreciate. Jo and Ian

    - Ian, August 2024

    Thank you so much for your lovely review, Jo and Ian! I’m thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at my cottage. I’m glad you found the views as breathtaking as my family and I do and that the cottage provided a comfortable and cosy base for your explorations. I hope to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner

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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x ground-floor single, 1 x family room with double and single
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with open fire
  • Utility area in garage.
  • Central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road, gated parking
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn and furniture overlooking the sea
  • Garage with washing machine, tumble dryer and additional fridge/freezer
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Pub and Shop 1 mile
  • Note: There are steps down into the garden and up into the property, please take care
  • Note: There are open-tread stairs in this property please take care
  • Note: There will be a starter pack available for the open fire during the winter months only

The property

Nestled in rural Northern Ireland on the outskirts of the charming, coastal town of Newcastle in County Down is Rocklea Seaside Cottage.

This wonderful, holiday home benefits from a breath-taking location with views of the Irish Sea and the summit of Slieve Donard as well as, off-road, gated parking, an enclosed, sea facing garden and a welcoming interior completed by three bedrooms; the perfect choice for families or friends looking to explore the wonders of Northern Ireland.

Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home and locate the sitting room where the crackle of the roaring open fire greets you, unwind here before heading into the fully-equipped kitchen/diner to prepare dinner.

Sample your culinary creations around the dining table or venture outside to dine alfresco whilst the Irish Sea provides an unbeatable backdrop.

Admire the sun as it dips behind the horizon before heading back inside to wash off the day’s adventure in the shower room ready to slope off to sleep in either the ground-floor twin or single or the family room with double and single on the first floor.

If you can tear yourself away from this idyllic dwelling, take a short drive along the coast into the heart of Newcastle where you can stock up on all of your self-catering essentials at local stores or enjoy a well-earned break from the kitchen with a meal out at Brunels or Villa Vinci which both serve delicious food.

While away your days upon the glorious shores of Newcastle Beach where you can enjoy leisurely walks in the sea air and admire sea vistas.

Keen ramblers can venture inland to Tollymore Forest Park to meander the abundance of walking trails or the brave among you can try to summit Slieve Donard which rewards guests with panoramic views across Northern Ireland.

Thrilling watersports such as banana boating, wet river bouldering, yachting and open water canoeing await in Warrenpoint at Carlingford Lough.

Make unforgettable memories at Rocklea Seaside Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

About the location

NEWCASTLE, COUNTY DOWN

Castlewellan 4 miles; Downpatrick 12.4 miles; Newry 21.2 miles

Nestled on the coast, overlooking the Irish Sea near Castlewellan and Newry is Newcastle in County Down. The town dates back to 1588 and is named after the castle that was once here at the mouth of the Shimna River; today the town markets itself as the activity resort for Northern Ireland thanks to its fun-filled promenade and beach. Find a variety of local stores in the town along with pubs and restaurants including Percy French Inn, Quinns Bar and Diamond Pats; ideal for when you need a break from the kitchen. Spend sunny days upon the golden shores of Newcastle Beach which boasts fabulous views across the Irish Sea, test out your swing at Royal County Down Golf Club or take advantage of the myriad of walks and through the National Trust, Murlough National Nature Reserve. History is woven throughout the surrounding countryside including the breath-taking ruins of Dundrum Castle, the Gothic Inch Abbey, the Royal Hillsborough Castle and Gardens and the National Trust site of Castle Ward. Venture further afield to reach Belfast which is bursting at the seams with museums and attractions. Explore all this and more from Newcastle in County Down.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute