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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ballynahinch
  • Queen's University of Belfast
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Boucher Road Playing Fields
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Titanic Belfast
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballynahinch

This cottage is located 2.5 mi (4 km) from Balmoral Golf Club and within a 10-minute drive of Temple Golf and Country Club. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Belfast Botanic Gardens - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Queen's University of Belfast - 19 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Boucher Road Playing Fields - 22 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • SSE Arena - 23 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Titanic Belfast - 25 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hilden Station - 26 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Rossi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Maud's Ice Cream & Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Saints Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aj's Diner - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Gardener's Cottage

A charming little stone cottage set in 20 acres of stunning gardens and woodland in County Down. Explore the garden setting of this cosy stone cottage amid the gentle bustle of a working smallholding with geese, chickens, sheep, goats and even the occasional peacock.

Many historic and prehistoric sites nearby including filming locations of the Game of Thrones. Close to beaches and hill walking, National Trust properties and, though a rural location, close enough to Belfast to access the city.
The space
This cosy cottage sits in the lush gardens and yard of Knocknamorney house. Originally a spiritual retreat, rumour has it that the cottage was built for the Dalai Lama when he visited Northern Ireland. It has its own front door, a bedroom, shower room with separate dressing room and a small kitchen. It is located in the yard that is shared with the main house. It also has a private parking space.

Fully furnished kitchen with oven/hob, fridge freezer, microwave, dining table seating for 2.

Dressing room with shower room.

Bedroom with double bed with wall mounted digital TV with freeview.

**Please note there is no lounge space in the property.

There is a laundrette in saintfield village and there is a washing machine in the main house that can be used by arrangement. There is a drying area to the rear of the cottage.
Guest access
The cottage is located in 20 acres of pleasure gardens which include a fire pit, allotment, arboretum, a maze and a many other exciting outdoor spaces.

You are welcome to explore the gardens at your leisure. We even have an old Irish cottage ruin!
Other things to note
Bring your horse along on holiday! We have paddocks and stabling if you need it. Get in touch and we can cater for all your equestrian needs.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Joanna Sterling

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Ballynahinch, close to Balmoral Golf Club, Temple Golf and Country Club, and Rockmount Golf Club. You'll also find Montalto Estate nearby.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is The Gardener's Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does The Gardener's Cottage have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City), which is 21.8 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Belfast International Airport (BFS), which is around 20.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Gardener's Cottage?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Gardener's Cottage.

The Gardener's Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stonewall B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little jewel in the country! A great place to enjoy some quiet time surrounded by the animals on the farm. Peaceful walks through the trees….so relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Rural Setting

Comfortable setting with everything we needed. Great area to take a walk and visit the horses and goats. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024