Local attractions in Down

Brackney Vacation Homes

Brackney Vacation Homes offer a choice of 4 star luxurious self catering homes for long or short term lettings, suitable for business or holiday breaks in Bangor.

The first class accommodation is furnished and decorated to a very high standard throughout, have a wonderful location close to shops, award winning restaurants, Marina and scenic coastal walks.

"22 The Bay"

This luxurious penthouse apartment has panoramic views overlooking Ballyholme Bay and the beach and is situated in a peaceful residential area close to the Yacht Club and tennis courts.

There are three bedrooms; one double, one twin en-suite and one single, sleeping up to five people. A fully fitted kitchen/dinette, equipped with modern appliances and one bathroom plus one toilet with WHB and a garage.

"Townhouse"

This large townhouse has an excellent central location and the accommodation comprises of four bedrooms; two triple, one double and one single, sleeping up to eight people, a living room with Sky Digital TV and video, Kitchen/Dinette, a Bathroom plus WC and WHB and a Shower room.

"Townhouse Too"

This luxury four bed roomed townhouse comprises one double with en suite Shower/WC/WHB, one triple, one double and one twin. This accommodation is suitable for extended families as it sleeps up to nine people. There is a Bathroom with Bath/Shower/WHB & WC and Living Room with Sky Digital TV and Video.

"Apartment FIVE"

This two bed roomed penthouse apartment is situated in a quiet location in the centre of Bangor with car parking. There is a full bathroom with shower over bath, an open plan loungekitchen dinning room with Sky Digital TV & Video.

"Emmaville"

This large Victorian end of terrace house occupies a splendid site overlooking scenic Bangor Marina with extended sea views. There are six large bedrooms; two family rooms (2 Double Beds) and four double rooms on the ground floor. A bathroom with toilet & WHB, a shower room with toilet and WHB (ground floor), a fully equipped kitchen/dinette and a comfortable lounge with Sky Digital TV & DVD Player.

This accommodation is an excellent choice for visitors who enjoy outdoor activities including, golfing, horse-riding, angling, water sports, cycling or touring some of the many attractions and places of historical interest which are only a short drive away.

Please contact Brackney Vacation Homes for further details and bookings.

Golfkeel Self-Catering Cottages

Golfkeel Cottages were sympathetically converted from barns dating back from over 240 years and visitors from all over the world have experienced and enjoyed their individual charm.

For those who enjoy self-catering accommodation, Oonagh and John O'Neill, offer a choice between Dovedale, The Loft and Oatfield cottages.

The cottages are detached; situated within private grounds, with secure private parking, and have spectacular views of the Mountains of Mourne and the panoramic surrounding countryside.

'Dovedale Cottage'

The cottages sleeps up to six people, have three ensuite bedrooms with Super King Size beds which can be converted to six single beds and three bathrooms; cots are available and there is car parking for four vehicles.

'The Loft'

The accommodation is luxurious, decorated and furnished to a very high standard with all modern facilities, including remote control television & DVD player, direct dial telephone, computer/phone points; a small library of books and oil fired central heating.

'Oatfield'

The cottages have extremely comfortable family sized accommodation, complemented by traditional features which include pine floors, wood burning stoves, private furnished gardens, complete with patio and barbeque areas and the furniture and fitting were especially chosen and designed to give a relaxed country feeling.

Golfkeel Cottages are an ideal choice for visitors who enjoy a stress-free, relaxing break, in tranquil surroundings with spectacular panoramic views of the rolling countryside.

Outdoor activities include golfing, fishing, water sports, mountain, forest and coastal walks, horse-riding and cycling as well as sight-seeing some of the many attractions and places of historical interest close by.

Golfkeel cottages won the 'Northern Ireland Tourist Board 25th Anniversary Award' for 'Best Self Catering Cottages for 2002 & 2003', were also highly commended in 2003 & 2004 by the 'Northern Ireland Tourist Board Awards' in the 'Best Self Catering Cottages' category and also won the 'Rural Tourism Award for 2004' from the Irish Farmer's Journal & Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs for 'Best Run Self-Catering Holiday Category in Ulster'.

Oonagh and John O'Neill happily extend a warm welcome to all visitors and hope to make your stay as comfortable and carefree as possible.

Please contact Golfkeel Self-Catering Cottages for further details and bookings.

Sandycove Holiday Homes

This popular caravan park is situated on the Ards Peninsula and has direct access, with exclusive use, to a safe sandy beach.

There is a designated area for touring caravans.

Facilities include a tennis court, fully equipped playground and football pitch.

Pets and children are very welcome.

This is an ideal spot for people who love outdoor activities, including golfing, fishing, cycling, sailing, tennis, horse-riding and pony-trekking.

Also close by are many places of historical interest to visit and lots of attractions.

Please contact Sandycove Holiday Homes for bookings.

Sandycove Holiday Homes
191 Whitechurch Road
Ballywalter
BT22 2JZ
028 42758200

Ballywalter Gate Lodge

Ballywalter Park
Ballywalter
BT22 2PA
028 42758264

The Gate Lodge is a charming, listed, single-storey building, designed by Charles Lanyon and built in 1850 to compliment Ballywalter Park Mansion House and has been completely refurbished to a very high standard to provide excellent four star self catering accommodation.

It is situated within the Ballywalter Park demesne approximately half a mile from Ballywalter village and is a mere 200 yards from Ballywalter's mile-long sandy beach.

This charming property offers all modern facilities for up to four people and comprises an Entrance Hall, Kitchen/Breakfast Room with automatic oil-fired range, providing cooking facilities, central heating and hot water, a comfortable sitting room with open fire, one Double Bedroom, one Twin Bedroom, Bathroom with WC, bath with fixed shower and wash hand basin and Private Garden.
Electricity and heating is included and bed linen and towels are supplied. A travel cot and high chair are available at no extra charge but please note that cot linen is NOT provided.

Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement, although access to parts of the Estate may be restricted during the shooting season.

This is an ideal choice for people who love outdoor activities as golfing, fishing, cycling, sailing, horse-riding, pony-trekking and there is an all-weather tennis court close by.

It provides a good base for touring the beautiful Ards peninsula and the National Trust properties at Mount Stewart and Castle Ward.

Many of Northern Ireland's most beautiful attractions are within easy reach and there is the added bonus of using the Strangford Lough car ferry to visit the historic town of Downpatrick and the Mourne Mountains.

The City of Belfast is within 40 minutes drive time and both the City and International Airports and the Port of Belfast Ferry Terminals are easily accessible.

There are number of excellent restaurants nearby and full details of these, and other attractions, can be provided on request.

Please contact for further information and bookings.

The Sycamores

40 Hall Road
Ballynahinch
BT24 8XY
028 97562640
The Sycamores Self Catering Image

The Sycamores is a spacious four bedroomed house which is centrally located and only half a mile from Ballynahinch town centre.

Visitors will be able to relax in the lovely mature gardens which has a patio area with garden furniture and BBQ.

The accommodation comprises of two reception rooms and the living area is comfortably furnished with all modern facilities and a fully fitted kitchen.

The bedrooms are spacious and decorated and furnished to a high standard and include linen, duvets, towels and hairdryer.

The premises are family friendly and a cot/high chair are available.

This is an ideal choice for visitors who enjoy outdoor activities as there is, golfing, fishing, mountain, forest and coastal walks, horse riding and cycling close by.

There are also many attractions and places of historical interest to visit in the surrounding area.

Children are welcome and there is a large parking area.

Please contact for further details and bookings.

Manx View

257 Kilkeel Road
Annalong
BT34 4TW
028 41763222

This modern two-bedroomed modern bungalow offers visitors excellent facilities, a good standard of decor and furnishing throughout.

This three star accommodation comprises a spacious living and dining room, a fully equipped kitchen and two bedrooms (bed linen is provided) with modern facilities for up to three people.

Manx View is the perfect choice for visitors who enjoy touring some of the many attractions and places of historical interest, which are only a short drive away.

There are lots of outdoor activities, including golfing, fresh water and deep-sea fishing, water sports, tennis, cycling and walking along some beautiful scenic coastal and countryside paths in the surrounding area.

Please contact for further details and bookings.

Corn Mill Quay

Marine Park
Annalong
BT34 4QJ
07729 808206
Cornmill Quay consists of a group of buildings, comprising of 4 cottages, with ensuite family rooms/hostel complex and Conference Centre, with catering facilities, situated in the harbour village of Annalong.

It is an idyllic location, overlooking the stone harbour, nestled on the edge of the Annalong River with amazing views of the Irish sea.

The accommodation offers excellent facilities, a good standard of decoration and furnishing throughout.

There is a spacious living and dining area, a fully equipped kitchen and two bedrooms with modern facilities for up to three people.

This is the perfect choice for visitors who enjoy touring some of the many attractions and places of historical interest, which are only a short drive away, as well as outdoor activities, including golfing, fresh water and deep-sea fishing, watersports, tennis, cycling and walking along some beautiful scenic coastal and countryside paths.

The Mountains of Mourne, a place of outstanding natural beauty, are in the surrounding area.

Please contact for further details and bookings, or visit the website.

TKS Cottage

Number 1 Castlerock, Glassdrummond
Crossmaglen
BT35
028 30868780
This newly constructed detached house is situated on a small private development and is fully furnished to a high standard.

There are facilities for sleeping up to six people.

TKS Cottage has a comfortable television lounge, fully fitted kitchen, dining area and a utility room with a washer and dryer.

There are lawns to the front and rear and the property has been fenced to ensure privacy and there is parking available.

The location is really lovely with some picturesque views of Slieve Gullion and there are lots of places of interest and attractions to visit in the surrounding area as well as fishing, golfing, hiking, walking and cycling activities.

Please contact for further details and bookings, or visit the website.

You are here

Local attractions in Down