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Evetide Self Catering

This semi-detached house has a lovely scenic location within ten yards of a secluded beach at Sandeel Bay, which is protected by the National Trust.

This is an ideal choice for family holidays as the accommodation is fully centrally heated and comprises of 2 large reception rooms with open fire, telephone for the use of guests, VHS Video Recorder, CD Player, colour television and DVD Player.

There are three comfortably furnished bedrooms, sleeping up to six, bathroom and fully fitted kitchen, with all modern facilities, including fridge, ironing facilities, microwave, tumble dryer and washing machine.

Other facilities include garden, private car parking, cot/high chair and pets are welcome.

Evetide is an excellent choice for visitors wishing to visit the many attractions and places of historical interest close by.

There are many outdoor activities in the area to enjoy, including, fishing, golfing, cycling, horse riding and walking along some of the lovely scenic coastal and countryside paths.

Special terms can be negotiated for short and longer stays.

Please contact Evetide Self Catering for further details and bookings.

Evetide
13 Sandeel Lane, Orlock
Groomsport
BT19 2LP
028 90798247

The Gate Lodge

The Gate Lodge is a recently refurbished cottage which has retained its original charming character and offers comfortable accommodation to visitors.

The location is wonderful as the cottage is situated in a lovely rural area and has enclosed gardens to the front and rear.

The town centre, marina, shops and eateries are all close by.

The Gate Lodge is comfortably furnished and decorated to a high standard and has a fully fitted kitchen, with modern facilities, a spacious lounge/dining room with colour television and video for the entertainment of guests.

There is one double and one twin-bedded bedroom.

A cot is also available.

This is an ideal choice for visitors who enjoy sight-seeing as there are many attractions and places of historical interest close by as well as outdoor activities incuding, golfing, fishing, watersports, horse-riding, cycling and walking along some of the beautiful coastal and countryside paths in the surrounding area.

Please contact The Gate Lodge for further details and bookings.

The Gate Lodge
49 Old Ballygowan Road
Comber
BT23 5NP
028 91872201

Castle Espie Cottages

These luxury cottages are situated close to the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust and are the ideal choice for visiting the many attractions and places of interest in the surrounding area.

Visitors will be able to enjoy lots of outdoor activities including, fishing, golfing, cycling, horse riding and walking along some lovely scenic routes.

Pets are welcome and there is private parking and a garden for the use of guests.

The accommodation is furnished and decorated to a high standard and includes, fridge, colour television, bed linen and electric central heating.

These are family friendly premises with a baby sitting service and cots are available.

Please contact Castle Espie Cottages for further details and bookings.

Castle Espie Cottages
11 Ballyglighorn Road, Castle Espie
Comber
BT23 5SX
028 91873011

Seeconnell Self Catering

Clonvaraghan's House and Loft, Dornans Clachan, Henry John's Clachan and McArdle's Cottages offer visitors excellent three star self-catering accommodation.

Each of the properties has a range of modern facilities, including a welcome pack, parking, garden, television. Pets are welcome and cot/high chairs are available upon request.

Each individual cottage has a wealth of natural resources, rich in traditional detail and comfort, offering a perfect self-catering holiday in peaceful surroundings.

The accommodation has the first class conveniences of modern living, combined with 'olde worlde Irish charm' and comprise a very high standard of decor throughout with a spacious living and dining area, a fully fitted kitchen which is equipped with modern applicances, bathroom and shower, one double bedded and one twin-bedded bedroom with modern facilities, and full central heating.

The cottages are an excellent choice for visitors who enjoy outdoor activities, including golfing, fishing, tennis, cycling and is also great for exploring the Ards Peninsula with Mount Stewart and Exploris close by, or touring some of the many attractions and places of historical interest which are only a short drive away.

Please contact Seeconnell Clonvaraghan's House and Loft for further details and bookings, or visit the website.

Seeconnell
119 Clanvaraghan Road
Castlewellan
BT31 9LA
028 43770050

Castlewellan Forest Park Caravan Park

Castlewellan Forest Park Caravan Park is located in a dramatic setting of mountains and sea.

A feature of the forest park is the Arboretum, which began around 1740 and has trees, shrubs and exotic plants from all over the world and attracts tree enthusiasts from around the world.

Castlewellan also has numerous features including a garden which is a mixture of informal and formal design with terraces, fountains, ornamental gates and flower borders.

This is truly an amazing place for touring caravans to stay with great facilities in wonderful surroundings.

There is a sculpture trail, orienteering course, picnic and barbeque areas, the Peace Maze, or a peaceful walk along the forest park's mile-long lake.

The Scottish Baronial-style Castle is an excellent conference centre and the lake is well stocked with trout, a fishing permit is required, and the visitor centre has a cafe which serves tasty snacks and a choice of beverages and soft drinks.

Other facilities include showers, electricity supply to pitches, electric point for shavers, gas cylinders for hire, laundry facilities, a food shop, cafe/restaurant, games area and public telephone.

Please contact Castlewellan Forest Park Caravan Park for details of bookings and availability.

Castlewellan Forest Park Caravan Park
The Grange
Castlewellan
BT31
028 43778664

Sunnyside Cottages

Sunnyside Cottages offer visitors a choice of charming 'themed' country cottages built in traditional Irish style, with half-doors and log fires, situated in peaceful surroundings, tucked away down a country lane, where visitors can really get away from the stresses of everyday life.

The four star accommodation offers excellent facilities, spacious bright interiors and comprise a good standard of decor and furnishing throughout.

The Grange is a three bed roomed two storey detached cottage which sleeps up to six people. Two bedrooms, the main bathroom, living room and dining area and fully equipped kitchen, complete with a fridge freezer and dishwasher, are on the ground floor. The third bedroom, with en-suite facilities, is on the first floor accessed via an open plan, mahogany staircase from the living room.

The Lea is one of a pair of single storey semi-detached cottages with a beautifully furnished twin bedroom with adjacent disabled friendly bathroom, living room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen, which is suitable for two people.

The Brae is a single storey detached cottage which has been designed and fitted out to be disabled friendly. Two bedrooms (one twin and one double), sleeping up to four people, disabled friendly bathroom, living room, dining area and fully equipped kitchen.

The Croft is one of a pair of single storey semi-detached cottages with a beautifully furnished twin bedroom, with adjacent bathroom, living room, dinning area and fully equipped kitchen which is suitable for two people.

Visitors are welcome worldwide and French and Spanish is spoken on the site.

Adjacent Parking
BBQ Equipment
Central Laundry Room
Garden Furniture
Indoor Games Room
Basketball
French boules
Table Tennis

The cottages are an excellent base for visitors who enjoy outdoor activities, including golfing, fishing, tennis, cycling and walking along some beautiful scenic coastal and countryside paths in the surrounding area.

There are also many attractions and places of historical interest which are only a short drive away.

Please contact Sunnyside Cottages for further details and bookings.
Sunnyside Cottages
7 Murdock's Lane
Bangor
BT19 7QQ
028 91477723

Sea Breeze

This spacious comfortable town house is located close to the Marina and is furnished and decorated to a high standard.

There is a well equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, bathroom with shower and a second shower room, four double bedrooms with wash hand basins, a large lounge and diner, with colour television and video, and a downstairs WC and telephone.

All bedding is provided and the accommodation sleeps up to seven people.

This is an ideal base for visitors who wish to visit the many local attractions and places of interest close by including Pickie Fun Park for children, leisure centre, multiplex cinema, as well as being within easy reach of shops, restaurants, bus and rail terminals.

There are many outdoor activities available, including, fishing, golfing, walking, pony-trekking, cycling and lovely coastal walks in the surrounding area.

Please contact Sea Breeze for further details and bookings.

Sea Breeze
6 Grays Hill
Bangor
BT20 3BB
028 91461643

Primrose Apartments

Primrose Apartments are centrally situated and are close to the Marina and town centre.

Each of the three self-contained apartments consist of one bedroom, with twin beds, and a double sofa bed in the living area; sleeping up to four people and there is one gallery apartment with one bedroom, which can sleep four/five people.

The accommodation comprises a comfortably furnished lounge with colour television, a modern shower room and fully fitted kitchen with microwave.

All apartments are supplied with linen and towels, which are changed weekly, and the rental price includes all gas and electricity with no hidden extra charges! A cot and high chair can be supplied.

This is an ideal base for visitors who wish to visit the many local attractions and places of interest close by, including Mount Stewart House, Dundrum Castle and Dunluce Castle.

There are also many outdoor activities in the area; angling, golfing, walking, pony-trekking, water sports, cycling and the Bluelough Mountain & Watersporting Centre, Tropicana Outdoor Fun Pool, Castlewellan Forest Park and Tollymore Forest Park are in the surrounding area.

Please contact for further details.

Primrose Apartments
34B Primrose Street
Bangor
BT20 3AZ
028 91469368

Five Firs Cottage

Five Firs is a charming whitewashed cottage built about 150 years ago.

This self catering holiday cottage has been tastefully renovated and, with the addition of a south facing conservatory, offers an ideal retreat for a relaxing family holiday.

The location is idyllic, situated on an eco friendly farm some three miles from Bangor and approximately 20 minutes from Belfast City Airport and the Ferries.

The accommodation comprises of a spacious living room with open log fire; dresser with white and blue delph, television and video and a range of books and videos.

A lovely country kitchen with traditional half door which has an old world charm and the modern fittings include microwave, fridge freezer, washing machine and ironing facilities.

The cottage garden to the front has a play area and is also home to 'Biscuit' the pet goat and a variety of hens and ducks.

There is a conservatory where you can enjoy the first rays of morning sunlight through to late evening sunset which leads to a large enclosed patio area which is suitable for young children.

There are 2 bedrooms decorated in cottage style, one is a twin-bedded room and one has bunk beds.

The bathroom has a bath and shower and the cottage has an electric central heating system.

Bed linen and towels are provided.

There is ample safe parking to the side and front of the cottage.

Stabling is available for horses and pets are welcome by prior arrangement.

Five Firs is home to a family friendly farm with pet animals, a nature trail, accommodation for pets, and a small boating lake.

Guests are assured of a warm and friendly welcome, together with excellent accommodation.

This is the perfect place for visitors to stay who enjoy a relaxing, get away from it all, holiday, combined with sight-seeing some of the beautiful coastal and countryside paths in the surrounding area or visiting attractions and places of historical interest close by.

There are also many outdoor activities, including golfing, fishing, cycling tennis, watersports and horse-riding in the area.

For details of more spacious, fully furnished, self-catering accommodation, close to Ballyholme Beach and Bangor town, please contact Five Firs Cottage for further information and bookings.

Five Firs Cottage
12 Murdocks Lane, Cottown
Bangor
BT19 7QQ
028 91459839

Carnalea Cottage

This detached cottage is an ideal choice for family holidays, with a secluded location in a rural area, and gardens to the front and rear.

The accommodation is tastefully decorated and furnished throughout and has modern facilities consisting of a spacious lounge/dining area, fully fitted kitchen with modern amenities and two bedrooms which sleeps up to five people.

Carnalea Cottage is an ideal choice for visitors who enjoy touring as there are lots of attractions and places of historical interest close by.

It is also great for outdoor pursuits, including, horse-riding, tennis, golfing, fishing, water sports, cycling or walking along some of the scenic coastal and countryside paths in the surrounding area.

Please contact Carnalea Cottage for further details and bookings.

18 Killaire Park, Carnalea
Bangor
BT19 1EG
028 91463208