Red Robin Cottage, County Down
Overview
Set in peaceful countryside in Ballyward, near Castlewellan and Newcastle and about 45 minutes from Belfast, Red Robin Cottage is a welcoming retreat for cats and their people. It sleeps six in three bedrooms, and infants are welcome too. The garden and patio have a private six-seater hot tub with colour-changing lights, a BBQ and a fire pit. Inside there is a cosy lounge with an open fire. The cottage sits in the Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to forest parks, mountain trails and the County Down coast.
The Property
The cottage has three bedrooms. There are two king-size bedrooms and a twin room with two single beds, so it suits families, friends or a group of wedding guests. There are two bathrooms: one with a bidet and a bath or shower, and a second with a shower. Towels and hair dryers are provided.
The lounge is warm and cosy, with an open fire, oil central heating, a Smart TV with Netflix, an Xbox One and free Wi-Fi. A bright glazed sitting area looks out across the surrounding fields.
The kitchen is fully equipped, with a dishwasher, oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and an air fryer. There is also a washing machine, and ironing and drying facilities are available. A cot and highchair are available for little ones.
Outside, the garden and patio have seating for relaxing and eating al fresco. The private six-seater hot tub has Bluetooth connectivity and colour-changing LED lights. There are also a BBQ, a fire pit and a children’s outdoor play area. Private parking is available on site, and the cottage is non-smoking.
For the Cat
Cats are welcome, with up to three pets permitted in total.
Location
The cottage sits in quiet countryside in the Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Castlewellan is about 10 minutes away, Newcastle about 15 minutes, and Belfast about 45 minutes.
Castlewellan Forest Park is home to the Peace Maze, billed as one of the world’s largest hedge mazes. Tollymore Forest Park offers woodland walks and scenic drives. The Mourne Mountains are ideal for hiking, cycling and photography, and electric bikes can be hired from Bike Mourne or the Life Adventure Centre in Castlewellan.
Newcastle has a seafront promenade and beach, and the Mourne Coastal Route is a short drive away. Royal County Down Golf Club is nearby, and the Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Banbridge is another popular day out. Good places to eat include The Angels Rest and Hillyard House in Castlewellan, and Villa Vinci in Newcastle.
