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White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach

White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach

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Living area
Living area
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Overview of White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Holywood, Co Down
  • Popular LocationUlster Folk and Transport Museum12 min walk
  • AirportBelfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationTitanic Belfast9 min drive
  • Popular LocationStormont Parliament Buildings12 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach


A big warm welcome to White Cottage which I have lovingly restored and extended to make what I think is a wonderful cosy home, which I hope you will really enjoy. I have kept as many of the original features as possible, so you may notice a few little quirky anomalies – I just love them 😊. I still have a bit left to do, but all in good time!

White Cottage is a former railway cottage, located on the stunning Co Down coast, just a stone's throw from the beach and only a 10 to 15 minute walk along the coastal path to Holywood town. The huge advantage is that we are next to a railway halt with excellent train links to Bangor, Belfast and beyond. It is a very quiet line with little or no disturbance. White Cottage really is an ideal location for both business and pleasure.

With wonderful sunsets from the decking area, perfect for a cocktail or two and a good sized garden for children and pets, the south facing garden really is a fabulous spot. There is a stunning kitchen leading onto a dining area with a couple of steps up to a huge sitting room with a sumptuously cosy wood burning stove. Upstairs there are three double bedrooms, one with en-suite bath/shower and a luxurious family bathroom with a large free standing bath and walk-in shower. There is also a cloakroom with a separate toilet downstairs.

You will have use of the whole place, apart from one room, which is kept under lock and key for all my bits!!, but the rest of the house is perfect for friendly and respectful friends and families who wish to explore the beautiful Co Down coast.

Two minutes walk from my house, you can take a train to Sydenham within close proximity to George Best Belfast City Airport and the Titanic Quarter, also Belfast City Centre with its easy and frequent connections to Belfast International Airport and the stunning Antrim coast. Here you will find the Giant’s Causeway, a World Heritage Site and the world famous golf course, Royal Portrush, host to the 2019 Open Championship.

Just one stop in the other direction is the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, where you can spend a day or two exploring and be taken back in time.

With my business head on (owner of a Catering & Events Company) and when Covid 19 restrictions have eased, I am more than happy to arrange small gatherings at the house. Might it be drinks and canapés on the balcony enjoying the fantastic sunsets, a private dinner party or a chilled-out BBQ in the garden enjoying the fire pit, you can sit back and relax, knowing that your event is being managed by me, allowing you to enjoy your evening and your guests without the added hassle of ensuring that your guests glasses are topped up 😊.

I do hope that you have a lovely stay at White Cottage and any feedback you wish to make would be greatly appreciated. There is a guest/visitor book at the house should you choose to write about your stay. If you are happy with your stay/experience, the best form of advertising is by word of mouth, so please feel free to spread the word.

Property manager

A-J
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
I am happy to arrange small gatherings at house.

Pets

Pets allowed
Too precious to leave behind

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: I am happy to arrange small gatherings at house.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Holywood

This holiday home is located in Cultra, a neighbourhood in Holywood, and is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. Titanic Belfast and Ulster Folk and Transport Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit St. George's Market and Victoria Square Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at SSE Arena or Waterfront Hall. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Holywood, Co Down

What's nearby

  • Ulster Folk and Transport Museum - 12 min walk
  • SSE Arena - 8 min drive
  • Titanic Belfast - 9 min drive
  • Stormont Parliament Buildings - 12 min drive
  • Belfast Castle - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Marino Station - 2 min walk
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • The Maypole - 19 min walk
  • Coast Holywood - 18 min walk
  • Subway - 5 min walk
  • Edge Coffee - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is White Cottage - Quaint & cosy railway cottage just a stone's throw from beach located?

Located in Cultra, this golf holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Ulster Folk and Transport Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Holywood Golf Course and Royal Belfast Golf Course. Titanic Belfast and Crawfordsburn Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Marino Station is only a 2-minute walk and Cultra Station is 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric W., Riverhead, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Experience
I cannot speaking highly enough about this property. Everything was absolutely beautiful and perfect! Further, the owners went way above and beyond to ensure our stay was nothing less than spectacular! They even arranged a private chef and music entertainment for us one night and were available at all times. If you are in the area, this should be your #1 choice to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a beautiful area
We recently stayed at White Cottage for a week, while we visited family in the area. I cannot begin to describe how lovely this home is. A-J has provided everything you could possible need in terms of comfort, cleanliness, kitchen ware, etc. Excellent communication before and during our stay. This home truly feels like home away from home. The area is lovely - we took advantage of the proximity to the lovely Cultra coastline and enjoyed lovely walks along the shoreline and into nearby Holywood. Thank you A-J! We really enjoyed our stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
White Cottage worth a visit
The property was perfect in every way. Ideal location, very clean, spacious, well equipped. A home from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
Myself and my family had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful cottage . The cottage provided everything we needed for our stay and more. The owner went over and above to accommodate our individual needs Which was really appreciated . We wished we could of stayed longer 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian and Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Atmosphere.
A-J and Colin are immensely thoughtful people. We were able to have a last minute reservation for our daughter's party and we were welcomed into the home to towering balloons, well wishing banner and a'yes' to our RSVP. The home was filled with friends and we counted A-J and Colin, along with his daughter, as three of them. The cottage is meticulously maintained, fresh and airy. New landscaping with flowering shrubbery made for a delightful cuppa on the deck, alone, after a full day of festivities, to reflect. The apple-laden tree was a picture. We have our puppy, who could easily wreak havoc, but they love dogs, and ours is no exception, so I am not nervous when managing his puppydom. The beds are a dream, the towels large and soft, thick robes and slippers--a virtual spa feeling. Each room is well-tended and beautifully decorated and solid windows (never felt Storm Betty batting about the night of our stay) and thick doors, so I never worry waking anyone with my early rise. The deep baths are a dream and colored bath bombs, without the perfume, make them magical. One of our guests, a 13yo, said in a email, in regard to the party, "there was a great atmosphere." Yes, that is how White Cottage can be summed up. A big recommend to all.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

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