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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor grill
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Ballynahinch
  • Place, Saintfield Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rowallane Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rock Garden Wood
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the neighborhood

Ballynahinch

Located in Ballynahinch, this cottage is in a rural area. Temple Golf and Country Club and Belvoir Park Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Titanic Belfast and Ulster Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider EasyGo Lisnasharragh Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Ravenhill Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Saintfield Library - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rowallane Garden - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Rock Garden Wood - 9 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Queen's University of Belfast - 21 min drive - 34.1 km
  • Titanic Belfast - 25 min drive - 38.0 km

Getting around

  • Derriaghy Station - 18 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dory's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Saints - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chutney Joe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lineage - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gardener's Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gardener's Cottage?

As of Apr 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gardener's Cottage on Jun 24, 2026 start from $108, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gardener's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gardener's Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gardener's Cottage located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Temple Golf and Country Club, Montalto Estate, and Strangford and Lecale. Ulster Museum and EasyGo Lisnasharragh Leisure Centre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay in a bucolic setting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend and I had a lovely stay. The hosts were super kind and friendly. All the animals were super nice. And the cottage was very cute and quaint. We loved walking around Saintfield and trying all the local shops! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stonewall B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely loved my stay here at the cottage. It was close enough to drive into Belfast to explore the city while also being a quiet and peaceful getaway in the countryside. There were a couple days of heavy rain while I was here but it didn’t even bother me since the cottage was such a lovely place to stay for a cozy day in. There is a grocery store 3 minutes away by car and the kitchen is well stocked with everything that you’ll need for cooking your meals.The only hiccup I had was that it was a little bit hard to find upon arrival. There’s a tiny road off of the main road that you have to follow for a ways in order to see the property. I had to contact the host to clarify, but she responded quickly and once I had that information, the cottage was easy to find. Overall I loved it here and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joanna Sterling

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