Guests say
Rocklea Seaside Cottage is highly praised for its stunning sea views, comfortable furnishings, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, the warm welcome, and the thoughtful touches, including a welcome pack. The location is ideal for exploring local attractions, though access to the sea is limited. The cottage's charm and the host's helpfulness contribute to a memorable stay.
Guests consistently mention the cleanliness of the cottage, noting that everything was clean and towels were of hotel quality. The high standard of cleanliness contributes to the overall comfort and welcoming atmosphere of the property.
The location is celebrated for its spectacular views and proximity to local attractions. However, some guests noted that access to the sea is not possible from the property and the road can be slightly tricky, slightly impacting the score.
Reviewers frequently commend the comfort of the beds and pillows, as well as the overall homeliness of the cottage. The property is described as warm, comfortable, and ideal for relaxation.
The cottage is described as well-equipped, with a kitchen that meets guests' needs and additional amenities that ensure a comfortable stay. Some guests mentioned that having only one bathroom was a challenge for larger groups, which is considered in the score.
Many guests express gratitude for the welcome pack and the host's thoughtful gestures, such as researching local events. While these gifts are highly appreciated, it is politely noted that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed with every stay.
About this 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.
Newcastle, County Down is located on the coast between Castlewellan and Newry, with stunning views of the Irish Sea. Originally founded in 1588 and named after the castle that stood at the mouth of the Shimna River, today the town promotes itself as Northern Ireland's premier activity resort with a lively promenade and beach. When you need a break from cooking, you may stop at one of the town's many local shops or stop in at one of the town's many pubs and restaurants, such as the Percy French Inn, Quinns Bar, or Diamond Pats. The golden sands of Newcastle Beach offer stunning views of the Irish Sea, while the Royal County Down Golf Club and the National Trust's Murlough National Natural Reserve offer a variety of golfing and hiking opportunities. Dundrum Castle's breathtaking remains, Inch Abbey's Gothic architecture, the Royal Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, and Castle Ward's National Trust status are just a few examples of the area's rich historical fabric. If you're willing to travel a bit further, you may visit Belfast, which is stuffed to the gills with places to see and things to do. Take a trip to Newcastle, County Down, and see all this and more.
Accommodation
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 included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included 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
Reviews (19)
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Linda
The sea is ever-present, from early morning sunrise over the sea, to nature spotting - all manner of sea birds and even dolphins - to a view of the Isle of Man on a clear day. The area is simply gorgeous with the Mourne mountains, a Forest Park, National Trust blue flag beach and nature reserve and a lovley seaside town. We hope to return! There has been a lot of care to provide everything a visitor could need in a home away from home. Photos of the owners as children visiting are a touching addition. Thank you for an excellent stay!
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Lucy
The view is just stunning and we saw some lots of wildlife including seals. The cottage owner was very helpful and responsive when needed. My family and I really hope to make a return visit.
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Ian
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