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Carlingford Lough, A Beautiful Costal Holiday Home -Old Essmore Cottage
| Sleeps | 7 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,800 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 - 3 nights |
Overview
3 bedroom, bathroom 2, Country Cottage
Old Essmore Cottage, extensively renovated 18th century stone cottage, beautifully furnished keeping that old charm and set in Ireland's fast becoming sought after destination.
Sleeping up to seven persons( max 6 adults ), our three bedroom country self catering accommodation, located along the shore road, is only five minutes from the beautiful village of Carlingford and only two minutes to the village of Omeath.
Old Essmore Cottage offers all you need in a self catering accommodation with cozy cottage rooms offering great views of the Mourne Mountains & Carlingford lough and with plenty of modern amenities to enhance your stay.
There is also a small garden and patio area ideal for relaxing in while you sip your tea or maybe a glass of wine or two.
The village of Carlingford is located on the shores of Carlingford Lough and is overlooked by the Cooley Mountains. It is a bustling centre for sightseers, walkers and adventure activity enthusiasts. It has a large number of award winning restaurants and pubs and has retained its medieval character. Carlingford, Omeath and the Cooley Peninsula won the 2008 European Destinations of Excellence – Tourism and Intangible Heritage award. ?
There are a number of great golf courses available nearby, great hiking trails on your door step, fishing, sailing, horse riding, dog racing tracks and a history to discover all around you.
A great location and ideal to go discover the East Coast from Dublin to Belfast - In little over an hour you can travel by car or train, from the heart of the country side into the heart of a city. Maybe a trip to the Zoo, visit The Guinness Factory or check out The Titanic Museum.
Guestbook comments from the owner
“PERFECT !! EVERYTHING YOU COULD WANT OR NEED FOR RELAXED GETAWAY”
5 of 5 starsReviewed 5 days ago for a stay in April 2014
My parents,husband,7yr old daughter and myself stayed in this cottage for easter it is absolutely gorgeous and set in beautiful countryside we loved catching up with family and being out and about. owners Gerard and Maureen are such a friendly welcoming couple who couldn't do enough for us they have thought of all needs, couldn't ask for better perfect getaway just an hour from Belfast or Dublin and 5min from the beautiful village of carlingford,and 2min from omeath itself ..stunning views ,hopefully we will return sometime would highly recommend ;-)
5 of 5 starsEase of booking 5 of 5 starsDirections to the property
5 of 5 starsKey pickup/access to the property 5 of 5 starsOverall condition
5 of 5 starsQuality of bedding/mattresses 5 of 5 starsKitchen/utensils quality
5 of 5 starsCleanliness of bathroom 5 of 5 starsQuality of facilities/amenities
5 of 5 starsService
Liked best: the "old rustic wee irish cottage feel"........
Liked least: no shower upstairs
Traveling group: Extended Family
Would I recommend this vacation rental to my best friend? Yes.
Recommended for:
Friends getaway Older travelers
Families with young children People with pets
The property was "as advertised". I recommend the location. The property was a good value for the price paid.
Amenities
Knocknagoran Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage (detached)
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1800 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 7
- children welcome
- non smoking only
- Mountain
- Near The Ocean
- Ocean View
- Rural
- Waterfront
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Activities Guide
- Alarm Clock
- Basic Soaps
- Fireplace
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Laundry Soap
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Local Activities Guide
- Local Maps
- Paper Towels
- Parking ...
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Tumble Dryer
- Washing Machine
- Wood Stove
- Blender
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Grill
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Stove
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
- seating for 8 people
- 2 Bathrooms
-
Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
tub
Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 double
,
Baby Travel Cot Available On Request
Bedroom 2 - 1 double
Bedroom 3 - 3 twin/ single
- Books
- Books for Kids
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games
- Games for Kids
- Radio
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Patio
- 6 garden chairs
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- suitable for elderly or infirm
- wheelchair inaccessible
- autumn foliage
- churches
- cinemas
- forests
- marina
- playground
- restaurants
- ruins
- waterfalls
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- horseback riding
- outlet shopping
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- sailing
- surf fishing
- swimming
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Excellent!
4.6/5 -
(19 traveler reviews)
A well appointed, cozy, comfortable home in the perfect location.
I would recommend Old Essmore Cottage to anyone wishing to stay in an authentic old Irish cottage with all the modern conveniences of home.
Our host Gerard was there to meet us upon arrival and, much to our surprise, presented us with a lovely traditional Irish tea complete with scones, jam and cream. He also thoughtfully provided us a few essentials to start us off (milk, juice). A quick tour and he was on his way and we were left to enjoy this idyllic home and Gerard's incredible curated music selection of over 10,000 songs, all loaded on a computer that's hooked up to a built-in sound system!
The cottage is located directly across from beautiful Carlingford Lough and the greenway path system. It's a one mile walk into Omeath in one direction and about 6-7 miles into the historic town of Carlingford in the other direction.
At the start of the greenway path towards Carlingford, there is a small parking lot where we observed a bicycle rental company dropping off bikes for people. This would definitely be worth exploring.
The bedrooms were well appointed with comfortable beds and as stated in the posting could sleep up to 7-8 people.
We would recommend booking a table at Omeath's Granvue Hotel for live music and excellent fish and chips.
There's so much to see and do in the area and Old Essmore Cottage is the perfect home base. Our only regret was not being able to spend more time at this lovely place.
Thanks Gerard for a great experience.
wonderful cottage, location and host.
Very warm welcome, with a beautiful spread on the table for our pleasure. Beautiful cottage with all the amenities we needed, and then some. Easily accommodated 6 adults. Great location to explore the northeast coast of Ireland. Very memorable. Thanks!
Beautiful welcome, beautiful home away from home.
Our second stay at Old Essmore cottage was just as enjoyable as the first. We hope to be back again in the future.
Beautiful cottage in great location
We stayed here for 4 nights from 19th March as part of a family get together in Ireland celebrating St Patrick's day and our eldest son's birthday. As we started our trip in Dublin we found driving to the cottage very straightforward.
We were met by the owner, Gerard, who had brought some lovely cakes, wines and other goodies - great hospitality!
The cottage itself exceeded our expectations, it is beautiful ( the kitchen/diner is particularly attractive) and very cozy with the log burner in the lounge. The extensive choice of music which is piped around the rooms adds to the ambience. You will find that everything you need (washer, dryer, dishwasher etc) is provided for a very comfortable stay. The views from the conservatory of Carlingford Lough are stunning and the room itself a little sun trap! The Greenway which runs along the coast from Omeath to Carlingford is also accessible just across the road and makes for a pleasant walk. Carlingford has a number of good places to eat - we can recommend Magees and Ruby Ellen's tea rooms. Also you are a short drive from Newry in the North which has a good supermarket for your supplies. All in all we would highly recommend Old Essmore Cottage to anyone for a relaxing, enjoyable stay.
Look no further you've found it.
A wonderful welcome awaits you from the lovely hosts Maureen and Gerard. The property is warm and cosy, you feel relaxed and at ease from the start of your stay. Really well equipped, everything you think you might need is already there. Great location for a costal walk into Carlingford. We loved it and hope to return for another great weekend.
Very clean and comfortable property.
This was an outstanding vacation rental property. Gerard met us at the house when we arrived with a delicious collection of Irish treats. Just what we needed after a long day of travel. The house was very clean and conveniently located with easy access to Carlingford and Northern Ireland. It was a comfortable retreat every night after long days of sightseeing. We particularly enjoyed the walking path along the water that starts just across the street.
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Old Essmore Cottage, extensively renovated stone cottage, beautifully furnished keeping that old charm and set in Ireland's new sought after destination.
Sleeping up to seven persons, our three bedroom country self catering accommodation, located along the shore road, is only five minutes drive from the beautiful village of Carlingford and only two minutes to the village of Omeath.
Old Essmore Cottage offers all you need in a self catering accommodation with cosy cottage rooms offering great views of the Mourne Mountains & Carlingford lough and plenty of modern amenities to enhance your stay.
There is also a small garden and patio area ideal for relaxing while you sip your tea or maybe a glass of wine or two.
The cottage is facing the entrance to the Greenway Path, a fantastic path for walkers and cyclists which runs along the Carlingford coast, great for shaking off the night before.
The village of Carlingford is located on the shores of Carlingford Lough and is overlooked by the Cooley Mountains. It is a bustling centre for sightseers, walkers and adventure activity enthusiasts.
It has a large number of award winning restaurants and pubs and has retained its medieval character. Carlingford, Omeath and the Cooley Peninsula won the 2008 European Destinations of Excellence – Tourism and Intangible Heritage award.
There are a number of great golf courses available nearby, great hiking trails, fishing, sailing, horse riding and a history to discover at your door step.
A great location and ideal to go discover the East Coast from Dublin to Belfast - In little over an hour you can travel by car or train, from the heart of the country side into the heart of a city.
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
| Damage Deposit | $117.61 |
Weekly Check-in days flexible - Weekends From Friday to Monday
Holiday home available from 4.00pm on day of arrival.
Check out is at 11.00am on day of departure.
Stay more than two weeks and receive a 20% discount off each additional week confirmed
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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