The Hide

ID: S165746

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets No

About this property

Newtownards 4 miles. Set within the countryside on the edge of Strangford Lough is this detached cottage. With views out across the water, this spacious property is a convenient base for families or friends looking to stay near Belfast. The large kitchen has a dining area where the whole group can gather together and there is the added benefit of an adjoining utility which provides extra space for preparing meals. There are two receptions rooms, a larger sitting room where you can watch TV and watch the water on the shore and a cosy snug with an open fire which is a lovely spot to curl up with a good book. Both rooms have large windows which make these spaces very light and airy and the snug has a door out to the patio area. The bedrooms are set across the ground and first floor and are made up of three doubles and one twin room. One of the ground floor doubles is set in the corner of the house and looks out over the sea which is a lovely view to wake up to. Outside there is a small seating area where you could enjoy a morning cup of tea before heading out for the day. The nearby town of Newtownards has everything you will need during your stay including many shops, pubs and restaurants while Belfast is a hive of activity with something for everybody. Nearby is the National Trust property of Mount Stewart with its beautiful house and world class gardens and for nature lovers Strangford Lough is noted for its migrating birds especially the Brent Geese that arrive in their hundreds for feeding in the autumn. The Ards Peninsula has lovely beaches and a number of golf courses and there are delightful villages dotted along the coast for you to explore. A short ferry ride will take you from Portaferry to Strangford Village and the National Trust, Castle Ward where Game of Thrones was filmed, then return to Newtownards via Downpatrick, visiting the St Patrick centre to learn about the Irish saint. This lovely cottage is a fantastic base with easy access to a number of attractions and places of interest.

The town of Newtownards lies alongside Strangford Lough on the Ards Peninsula, just 13 miles from Belfast. Just on the outskirts of the town are the Scrabo Golf Course and the Kiltonga Nature Reserve is a great place to spot birdlife and enjoy a walk around the lake. Nearby Belfast is jam-packed with culture, history, events and great food so you won’t be stuck for things to do.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 2 x ground floor double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.

Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen with dining area.

Utility.

Sitting room.

Snug with open fire.

Oil central heating with open fire.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs.

Record player and selection of records.

Fuel, power and starter pack for open fire included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and Travel Cot available on request.

Off road parking for 8 cars.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 4 miles.

Reviews (22)

  • Ian

    There is only one shower (downstairs) which isn’t enough for 8 people and it leaks badly which has been flagged before but not fixed. The house was really well equipped, including the kitchen, although the provided towels weren’t great so would be better to suggest people provide their own as well. The other big omission was WiFi which should be made clearer on the listing. Rightly or not, people expect it these days. Communication from the owner was great and she was very helpful when we needed access with a spare key.

  • Loryn

    The kitchen was perfect for our large family to have such a wonderful Christmas feast. The views from the lounge/sitting room were just beautiful (when the sun was out) and Ruth was so very helpful whenever I had any questions about the property both before and during our stay. Our only issue was with the shower as there was only 1 shower which all 7 of us staying had to share as the one day we used the bath there was no hot water left for anyone else to shower. Also, I would look at maybe fixing the shower as it does leak out the door. Oh, and thank you for adding some festive cheer by decorating a little Christmas tree and putting up some decorations for us. The kids loved it!!

  • Claire

    Comfortable, well-equipped, and gorgeous views of Strangford Lough. The owners also very helpful and accommodating!

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