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per nightColm - Verified booking
A perfect stress free retreat.
I received a very warm welcome from Philomena and Joe to this stunning traditional Mourne cottage. They have done an amazing job retaining the outward character of this old stone property whilst creating a luxury 5 star + interior that surpasses anything I've ever stayed in before and has set the bar high for future bookings. A lot of thought has gone into re-creating this beautiful cottage for modern living and the quality of the finish and tasteful and modern furnishings is evident throughout. The bed was so comfortable that I slept better than I have done in years - though all the hill walking and fresh mountain air helped too. I looked forward to the powerful shower after long walks that was like a massage at the end of the day. The cosy living room with the log burner and deep stone windows frames the stunning views of the panoramic Mourne Mountains beyond and the lake below. The cottage has been extremely well insulated and on the one night it was wild outside it was warm and snug indoors and lovely listening to the wind howling all around the cottage. The kitchen is well stocked and Philomena kindly left all I needed, tea, coffee, milk, butter eggs and much, much more to make me feel very welcome. Philomena very kindly put up a christmas tree and festive decorations. I had all I needed to be able to cook a full christmas dinner and it was lovely sitting at the breakfast bar at the window looking out over the amazing views. The wifi was great and stable. I had wanted to get away from it all - but not too far - and the cottage was perfect. Set up in the hills it is tranquil with only the sheep in the surrounding fields as neighbours. I walked the surrounding mountain roads with stunning views of the Kingdom of Mourne and her majestic mountains - and they really do 'sweep down to the sea'. Kilcoo village is nearby - where the locals claim that Saint Patrick was waked on his way to be buried in Downpatrick. Castlewellan, a small country market town, is nearby with ample traditional bars, restaurants and coffee shops. Castlewellan Castle is in a forest park overlooking a large lake and is well worth a visit. The walk around the lake is on the level but you can also take the more challenging routes up through the forest or around the beautiful formal Annesley gardens or get lost in the Peace Maze. Not far from Castlewellan is the Victorian seaside resort of Newcastle with its fantastic promeade and backdrop of Slieve Donard sweeping down. A real treat is afternoon tea in the stunning and magnificent Victorian Slieve Donard Hotel on the sea front. There are ample tea shops, icecream parlours and fastfood restaurants to suit all tastes - I particularly recommend Doc's fish and chips restaurant on the Main Street and for amazing home made quality food, Nikis Kitchen Cafe at the other end of the promenade, beside Donard carpark - and then walk it all off on a climb up Slieve Donard mountain. A must is the scenic drive - on the right on the road from Newcastle to Kilkeel - up the Head Road through the mountains looking down over towards the Irish Sea, the stone walls have to be seen to be believed and will leave you awed at the skill of the Mourne men. Stop off and go to the Silent Valley resevoir, high in the mountains, with many walks suitable for all levels. The scenic route takes you back round past Spelga Dam and through Hilltown to Kilcoo and boast some of the best scenery in Ireland. Well worth a visit is the Victorian village of Rostrevor the former Irish home of Elizabeth Bowes-Lyons, the Queen Mother, and childhood holiday home of HM the Queen, now the fabulous Fairy Glen and Kilbroney Park. The Church is a lovely, friendly restaurant and is great for food. The Old Schoolhouse teahouse is great for homemade treats. A must is An Chloch Mhór, (the big stone) a huge granite boulder perched 1000 feet on top of Rostrevor Forest Park which was thrown across Carlingford Bay from the Cooley Mountains by the grumpy giant, Fionn Mac Cumhaill. The views from the big stone are stunning and well worth the climb - there is however a carpark near the top of the mountain if you've had too much home-made apple pie in the Old School House! The Kingdom of Mourne and the Mourne Mountains are known as the 'Heartbreak Hills' for a very good reason. Once visited your heart will ache to get back. I certainly left my heart there. I came to Lough Island Reavy Cottage stressed and with my head filled with the day to day troubles of life. The warm welcome I received and tranquility of the cottage very quickly swept everything away. The fresh air and beauty of the gifts that Mother Nature generously bestowed on this part of South Down left me quickly recharged. I felt very much at home rather than on holiday and didn't want to leave. Thank you Philomena and Joe for everything and I am sure future guests will enjoy their stay as much as I did.
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Raymond - Verified booking
We had a great welcome and orientation from Philomena.
The cottage was well presented and we certainly appreciated the starter groceries and treats that Philomena had set out for us. There are great views of the High Mournes and of Lough Island Reavy from the breakfast bar. The cottage is well maintained and we found it to be immaculately clean. It has old style charm but with the modern conveniences that self catering requires. Hot water is instant and the shower is something else, it is a powerful Power shower, evidence that Philomena's husband is a plumber! The cottage was great base for us as we hillwalked the Mournes. We arranged for a Tesco home delivery on our arrival day and the kitchen cupboards, fridge and freezer were able to stow it all. There was plenty of room for parking and the drive up to the cottage is totally private. Philomena checked up on us midweek to ensure that we were well settled in and to enquire if we needed anything. The bed was very comfortable with great quality bed linen. There was great bedroom storage with a wardrobe, bedside drawers and tall boy drawers, so much so that my wife allowed me 2 drawers to use! Wifi was connecting 100% of the time, and the quality large flat screen tv with connections to many platforms was easy to use. The location is idyllic and very quiet, when sitting outside you can here the cows chowing the cud. We had a great stay here, it really added to our holiday knowing that home comforts were awaiting us after a days Hillwalking. If Lough Island Reavy is available for your dates...do not hesitate to book it!!!
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Olivia - Verified booking
This was a beautiful secluded place to stay with stunning views all around.
The cottage was well presented kitchen, bathroom, beds were all very clean. Had everything you'd need and all worked well. The stove was great as it was cool inside at night. We didn't find the roadway up to the cottage too bad, just the last stretch approaching the house was loose gravel track. On the negative side I didn't find the mattresses in the cottage with green door that comfortable. I do suffer with back problems sometimes. The big bed in the end room was not level and was very hard and springy. Had sore back next morning. Moved to the other room and the mattress was a bit better but not great. This might not bother some. If you are bringing pets be careful on the lanes. I had 2 dogs. One of mine got really spooked by a big tractor and got out of his collar as I was holding him at side of road. He nearly went under it but I managed to grab him by the neck. Got a terrible fright. Would have been so much easier if farmer had just stopped for a few seconds and let me walk past but he just kept coming I had to yell for him to stop. The yard is fenced well but there is no gate to the lane, I kept my lurcher on lead all the time as she would easily jump the fence and there are livestock nearby. So many lovely places to visit nearby here, kilbroney park and Mourne mountains were amazing. Lovely restaurants and bars in rostervor. The rostervor inn had lovely food. Everyone was so friendly as well. Hope to get back here again sometime.
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Ian - Verified booking
There are some who might measure this property simply by the square foot or square metre but if they do then they are missing entirely the essence of the place and the absolute glory of the surroundings.
Bijou certainly but in no way confining. Compact yes; but just as work expands to fill the available time, this place expands far beyond the measure of its walls. it lifts the spirit, calms the mind and allows the crowding cares of this world to fade to the absolute insignificance they really are. Amazing care and attention that has been given to every aspect of the cottage, it wanted nothing by way of amenity and frankly the high quality of every appliance, every utensil and every material thing echoed the care, attention to detail and even love the owners have lavished on every single aspect of this cottage. If you are wanting a place of peace and a place of reflection you could not find better; you can have your solitude, however; within ten minutes you have the bustle of the nearby market town or within twenty minutes the exuberance and excitement of a very Irish but very cosmopolitan seaside resort. One final note âThe Ownersâ; are quite a delight and only regret was that due to our ferry timings we were not able to personally express our gratitude before we were forced reluctantly to depart. Now home we have had time to reflect on our good fortune! Serendipity some might say showed us the road to Lough Island Reavy Cottage but we think perhaps and maybe it was something more.
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Alison - Verified booking
We were blown away by this cottage!
Everything was perfect and spotlessly clean. The welcome pack gifts of milk, eggs, butter, bread, wine, coffee pods and chocolates (Ferrero Rocher, yum) were unexpected but so thoughtful and generous. Our host Philomena, as others have all said, is so welcoming and helpful. My only tiny issue would be that I would have preferred a summer duvet as the weather was so hot, but thatâs a minor point. We need to come back in winter as I reckon it would be so cosy. The cottage is dressed beautifully and the space well thought out for holiday use. We loved the drive way up to the cottage and the views over the reservoir & the mountains is just the best you will get anywhere. The local pub, Old Tomâs Bar in Castlewellan is wonderful. A ârealâ pub, with friendly staff and locals. We felt very welcome and will definitely return next time we stay at the cottage. Absolutely canât wait to return to this lovely area and in particular this lovely wee cottage. If I could buy this place I would in a flash but Philomena wonât sell, canât say I blame you! Thanks again for a wonderful stay.
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