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Crotlieve, Cosy Eco Barn conversion for that Wonderful Holiday in Ireland
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4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8185.8 sq m
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Newry, Co Down, N Ireland., NIR
- Place, Rocky Mountain Cottage4 min drive
- Place, Santa's Cottage4 min drive
- Place, Kilbroney Park6 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Cribs and 1 Child Bed
1 bathroom, 3 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Bathroom 5
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Crotlieve, Cosy Eco Barn conversion for that Wonderful Holiday in Ireland
Stunning Eco Barn conversion surrounded with breath taking scenery at the foot of the Mournes.
Overlooking the beautiful Kilbroney valley to Carlingford Lough and historic Rostrevor village, with 3 new restaurants, 7 old pubs and music 3 nights a week, the beautiful Fairy Glen and wonderful Kilbroney park.
With easy check in to make yourselves at home in an eco dwelling, all built with care and attention to every detail, natural materials and traditional design, a home full of character and spotlessly clean.
Extensive open plan double height living, under floor heating, wood burning stove and exposed beams.
A private unique, secluded retreat with instant access to the forest trails, hill walking and bike trails. Wonderful scenic drives and a wealth of local places of interest and attractions to visit.
Ground floor.
Glass veranda roof over the front door area, wc off the front hall. Extensive open plan double height living- kitchen and dining area. 1 double bedroom with en-suite. Utility room, and rear covered area with clothes line, gear racks, and bike racks.
First floor,
Gallery snug / tv area overlooking the great room,
Master bedroom with en-suite, dressing room and balcony,
1 double bedroom and one twin room beside the main luxury first floor bathroom with slipper bath.
Second floor, stair on up from the gallery to the cot room.
All rooms with Wi-Fi, wheelchair access to ground floor and all external areas.
Extensive front deck with log brazier, barbecue and beautiful scenery.
Secure off road parking for 3 cars. Private mature secluded gardens. Green Tourism Gold Award on their first visit.
For that break or reunion, that romantic stay away with lovely walks, evenings by the log fire, big skies and wonderful sunsets, located on the east coast, halfway between Belfast and Dublin. The perfect base for that wonderful holiday and come fill your hearts with Ireland.
Overlooking the beautiful Kilbroney valley to Carlingford Lough and historic Rostrevor village, with 3 new restaurants, 7 old pubs and music 3 nights a week, the beautiful Fairy Glen and wonderful Kilbroney park.
With easy check in to make yourselves at home in an eco dwelling, all built with care and attention to every detail, natural materials and traditional design, a home full of character and spotlessly clean.
Extensive open plan double height living, under floor heating, wood burning stove and exposed beams.
A private unique, secluded retreat with instant access to the forest trails, hill walking and bike trails. Wonderful scenic drives and a wealth of local places of interest and attractions to visit.
Ground floor.
Glass veranda roof over the front door area, wc off the front hall. Extensive open plan double height living- kitchen and dining area. 1 double bedroom with en-suite. Utility room, and rear covered area with clothes line, gear racks, and bike racks.
First floor,
Gallery snug / tv area overlooking the great room,
Master bedroom with en-suite, dressing room and balcony,
1 double bedroom and one twin room beside the main luxury first floor bathroom with slipper bath.
Second floor, stair on up from the gallery to the cot room.
All rooms with Wi-Fi, wheelchair access to ground floor and all external areas.
Extensive front deck with log brazier, barbecue and beautiful scenery.
Secure off road parking for 3 cars. Private mature secluded gardens. Green Tourism Gold Award on their first visit.
For that break or reunion, that romantic stay away with lovely walks, evenings by the log fire, big skies and wonderful sunsets, located on the east coast, halfway between Belfast and Dublin. The perfect base for that wonderful holiday and come fill your hearts with Ireland.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please, with parental supervision, lots of space
Events
No events allowed
No parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
No Pets In The Building External dog run & house
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking
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: No parties
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Newry
Located in Newry, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rostrevor Oakwood National Nature Reserve and Mourne Mountains, while Newry and Mourne Museum and Holy Trinity Heritage Centre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Santa's Cottage, or check out an event or a game at Life Adventure Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Newry, Co Down, N Ireland., NIR
What's nearby
- Rocky Mountain Cottage - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
- Santa's Cottage - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
- Kilbroney Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
- Rostrevor Oakwood National Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
- Mary Catherine's Cottage - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mollys - 10 min drive
- Fusion - 10 min drive
- Clonduff Bar - 7 min drive
- Church Lane Coffee - 10 min drive
- Ye Old Ship Inn - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Paul Clerkin
Fifth generation here at Crotlieve.
In my youth I was a mountaineer & climber travelling to some of the worlds great landscapes, this reinforced a love of the outdoors and our wonderful natural and built heritage and after a career as a building contractor I came to realize our own local landscape and remarkable history here in Rostrevor was second to none.
So I headed on a new trail and converted my barn to a holiday let and invited people to come stay and see our wonderful little piece of the world.
From 2014 I have been listing and recording our ancient Rostrevor trees with the Woodland Trust ancient tree inventory, we entered and campaigned for my favourite tree the 220yr old leaning Holm oak in Kilbroney meadow and it won the N Ireland Tree of the year for 2016.
From my love and research on the ancient trees, the living legacy from those landed gentry once resident here, I wrote my Tree Trail and with Mourne Heritage trust and council it was produced as the Kilbroney Meadow Tree Trail.
With a local community group we added art and poetry and published a new book in 2017, "The Trees of Kilbroney Park" and it was a great success.
From 2019 - 2021, I was project manager on the restoration/renovation of the Ross family castle-home / Convent, now Rostrevor House and in 2024 published another book on General Ross and the natural and built Heritage of Rostrevor:
"Ross of Bladensburg, The Family, The Legacy, Rostrevor"
and its available at the Barn and local shops.
Its been great to welcome people from all over the world to the Barn and local area and I'm delighted to offer a guided tour of the rare and ancient trees of Kilbroney Park, or a historic Ross walk and talk legacy tour.
In my youth I was a mountaineer & climber travelling to some of the worlds great landscapes, this reinforced a love of the outdoors and our wonderful natural and built heritage and after a career as a building contractor I came to realize our own local landscape and remarkable history here in Rostrevor was second to none.
So I headed on a new trail and converted my barn to a holiday let and invited people to come stay and see our wonderful little piece of the world.
From 2014 I have been listing and recording our ancient Rostrevor trees with the Woodland Trust ancient tree inventory, we entered and campaigned for my favourite tree the 220yr old leaning Holm oak in Kilbroney meadow and it won the N Ireland Tree of the year for 2016.
From my love and research on the ancient trees, the living legacy from those landed gentry once resident here, I wrote my Tree Trail and with Mourne Heritage trust and council it was produced as the Kilbroney Meadow Tree Trail.
With a local community group we added art and poetry and published a new book in 2017, "The Trees of Kilbroney Park" and it was a great success.
From 2019 - 2021, I was project manager on the restoration/renovation of the Ross family castle-home / Convent, now Rostrevor House and in 2024 published another book on General Ross and the natural and built Heritage of Rostrevor:
"Ross of Bladensburg, The Family, The Legacy, Rostrevor"
and its available at the Barn and local shops.
Its been great to welcome people from all over the world to the Barn and local area and I'm delighted to offer a guided tour of the rare and ancient trees of Kilbroney Park, or a historic Ross walk and talk legacy tour.
Why they chose this property
I grew close by and have always loved the beauty, solitude and magnificent scenery of this place after visiting as a child with my father.
I purchased the property in 1982, built my home here, propagated and planted hundreds of trees in my 3 acre gardens and in 2008- 2010 I converted my barn/workshop to this holiday let. Incorporating lots of new Eco developments, recycled natural materials and our own ideas of comfort and homeliness.
Now after 40 years here, I'm still impressed by and never tire of watching the big skies, sunset’s, storms, the wonderful scenery and the seasons as they come and go in the valley.
Where the Fox, Badger, Red squirrels, Pine martins and wonderful bird life all feel safe and are welcome visitors from the forest in our gardens.
I purchased the property in 1982, built my home here, propagated and planted hundreds of trees in my 3 acre gardens and in 2008- 2010 I converted my barn/workshop to this holiday let. Incorporating lots of new Eco developments, recycled natural materials and our own ideas of comfort and homeliness.
Now after 40 years here, I'm still impressed by and never tire of watching the big skies, sunset’s, storms, the wonderful scenery and the seasons as they come and go in the valley.
Where the Fox, Badger, Red squirrels, Pine martins and wonderful bird life all feel safe and are welcome visitors from the forest in our gardens.
What makes this property unique
Easy check in, just walk on in and make yourself at home in the safety and peace of mind of a single Cosy Eco Barn conversion built with great care and attention.
Unique, charming, secluded, spotlessly clean and all located amongst breath-taking scenery, overlooking Kilbroney valley to Carlingford lough and with secure off road parking for 4 cars.
Close to historic Rostrevor village with its 3 new restaurants, 3 cafes, 3 carry outs, 7 old pubs, music 3 nights a week and Included with a stay a guided walk and talk tour, among the rare and ancient Rostrevor trees, or alternatively, Historic walk and talk tour on the life and legacy of Major General Robert Ross.
See the famous Fairy Glen, the beautiful Kilbroney park the outstanding views and scenery from Cloughmore, great walking and biking and lots of wonderful local attractions.
Perfect for the relaxed or adventure traveller.
Unique, charming, secluded, spotlessly clean and all located amongst breath-taking scenery, overlooking Kilbroney valley to Carlingford lough and with secure off road parking for 4 cars.
Close to historic Rostrevor village with its 3 new restaurants, 3 cafes, 3 carry outs, 7 old pubs, music 3 nights a week and Included with a stay a guided walk and talk tour, among the rare and ancient Rostrevor trees, or alternatively, Historic walk and talk tour on the life and legacy of Major General Robert Ross.
See the famous Fairy Glen, the beautiful Kilbroney park the outstanding views and scenery from Cloughmore, great walking and biking and lots of wonderful local attractions.
Perfect for the relaxed or adventure traveller.
Languages:
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