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Self-catering cottage

Blackthorn Cottage

Near Strangford, County Down

Sleeps 8
3 bedrooms
Hilltop countryside/sea views
Exterior at Blackthorn Cottage
Living Room And Kitchen at Blackthorn Cottage
Bedroom 1 at Blackthorn Cottage
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Included with your stay

Well-equipped kitchen
Free Wi-Fi
Free guest parking
£180per night
Min. 2 nights
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20% deposit · balance due 2 weeks before arrival
Car advised · limited public transport
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Blackthorn Cottage with sea and countryside views

Sea view family cottage near Castle Ward

Lovely Blackthorn Cottage is a self-catering family cottage with gorgeous panoramic sea and countryside views over our beautiful County Down coastline.

It will sleep 6-8 people very comfortably, making it the perfect base for a group of family or friends. Spacious and cosy, it is well – equipped with everything you would need for a short break – or longer stay.

Sea and countryside view from Blackthorn Cottage

Peaceful setting close to Castle Ward

Set 500 metres off the main road, Blackthorn Cottage provides peace and quiet while still being close to Castle Ward, other National Trust properties, Game of Thrones locations, historical sites, lovely beaches, local restaurants, golf, fishing, walking and water sports.

Spacious living room inside Blackthorn Cottage

Spacious cottage for families and friends

The cottage has a double room with en-suite and a family suite consisting of a double room on the ground floor with adjacent bathroom and three single beds in a loft room upstairs.

The kitchen/sitting room is large and spacious and, when a number of cottages are let to the one group, provides an ideal venue for all to get together for meals or socialising.

It opens out through double doors to a patio area which, in good weather, can further extend the size of the meeting area. As with our other cottages it is equipped with a wood burning stove – a great focal point on evenings when you want to curl up in front of a warm fire.

Nearby cottages at Slievemoyle

Mill, Stable and Rose cottages are a few steps away and may be booked along with Blackthorn if you need extra space for family or friends.

Before you arrive

A little planning will make your stay easier.

Getting here

A car is advised. The cottages are in rural locations with limited public transport, so please plan your transport before arrival.

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Groceries & supplies

Strangford has a convenience shop 2.1 miles away. Larger supermarkets are in Downpatrick, 6.5 miles away. We recommend stocking up before check-in.

Eating out

Strangford village has pubs and restaurants. Plan how you will get there and back, and book ahead during busy periods.

Where you'll sleep

bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

bedroom 2

Bedroom 2

bedroom 3 (attic)

Bedroom 3 (Attic)

Everything you need for your stay

Well-equipped kitchen
Free guest parking
Central heating
Fireplace
Laundry facilities
Dishwasher
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Kitchen & dining

  • 8 dining seats
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Grill
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster

Sleeping & bathroom

  • 1 cot
  • 2 double beds
  • 2 en suite rooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Highchair
  • Linens Provided
  • 4 single beds
  • Towels Provided

Comfort & essentials

  • Central Heating
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron
  • 8 living room seats
  • Washer

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite TV
  • Stereo System

Outdoors & views

  • Mountain Views
  • Coastal Views
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Parking
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Shared Yard

What's nearby

Approximate distances from this property. A car is advised.

Village & essentials

  • Strangford2.1 miles
  • Downpatrick6.5 miles

Heritage & attractions

  • Castle Ward1.4 miles
  • Portaferry3.2 miles

Beaches & coast

  • Kilclief Beach4.5 miles
  • Ballyhornan Bay Beach6.6 miles

Day trips

  • Newcastle19 miles
  • Belfast26 miles
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Things to know

Check-in & check-out

Check-in
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Check-out
Before 11:00 AM

Payment

Deposit
20% to confirm
Balance
2 weeks before arrival
We accept
Visa • Mastercard

House rules

8 guests maximum
No pets
No parties or events
No commercial photography
No smoking
Quiet hours · 23:00–07:30

Frequently Asked Questions

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Ready to check availability for Blackthorn Cottage? Get in touch and we will help you confirm dates, answer any questions, and plan your stay near Strangford and Castle Ward.

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Our cottages are at two nearby addresses.

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