Primrose Cottage - Bangor/Crawfordsburn - County Down - Northern Ireland

Primrose Cottage is one of four cottages that make up Rosevale Farm Cottages. It is the third opened of our cottages renovated in traditional Irish style. We call it ‘The ceilidh house’ as it takes the long Irish tradition of domestic musical entertainment as its theme. It provides its visitors with all the facilities and comforts of home. The cottage enjoys a country setting and sits slightly apart from the others. It was officially opened in April 2005. Located in an idyllic country setting, this property provides an authentic atmosphere of bygone days with period features having been tastefully combined with a number of modern conveniences.

Although recently built, this cottage is designed in the vernacular style. Like the others, it provides an authentic atmosphere of days gone by with a turf-burning stove in the cosy living room which also contains the dining area. A lofty ceiling provides an airy feel. The surrounding fields are currently grazed by rare Irish breeds. Due to the nature of the property all the cottages are strictly no smoking and no pets.

Within 1 mile is the picture-postcard village of Crawfordsburn, home to the oldest inn in Ireland, dating back to 1614. Crawfordsburn Inn has been frequented over the years by such illustrious figures as Peter the Great, Tsar of Russia, legendary highwayman Dick Turpin, former US President George Bush (Senior) and even C.S. Lewis who spent his holidays here.

Just behind the inn is Crawfordsburn Country Park. This five-and-a-half acre park offers quiet walkways, beach and car parking facilities. Pedestrian access can be gained by pathways behind the Inn. The visitor centre offers wildlife exhibitions and audio-visual presentations. The golden beach attracts thousands of bathers and sun worshippers throughout the summer. There are several marked walks including the Glen Walk which follows the Crawford's Burn up through woodland and under a gigantic five arch railway viaduct to the beautiful waterfall.

The nearest town is Bangor, a maritime resort with an impressive history of monastic settlements dating back to the sixth century. Five minutes' drive will take you into town where you will enjoy sight-seeing, shopping and a mouth-watering array of excellent restaurants.

The lively city of Belfast lies just over ten miles along the shores of Belfast Lough. The city offers all the facilities demanded of tourists on a city break. New shopping precincts, restaurants and centres of entertainment are springing up all the time.

Despite the proximity of these thriving centres, the cottages nestle in an area of rural tranquillity where the bustle of everyday life seems a million miles away.

 

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The Soda Bread Lady: Review by sodabread lady

Abundance of welcoming smiles, helping to make you feel comfortable. A home away from home. Everything at your fingertips for your convenience. Nothing overlooked.  All the cottages are very comfortably warm even hot water bottles for extra heat if you need.  Decor beautiful!  Just what I wanted to come back home to from the U.S.  

This was my birthday treat!  I loved staying there and wanted to stay longer. I wanted to shovel it up with some turf and bring it back to the States! I enjoyed every evening with the turf fire going!  How awesome! Quiet, serene time to reflect and enjoy.  

The countryside convenience close to Crawfordsburn village and Clandeboye on the outskirts of our seaside resort Bangor is where two of Northern Ireland's top restaurants and hotels are just two minutes away for larger family get togethers. If you want a cup of tea, scones, apple pie or great local homemade food it's only "down the lane to the end of the road" and your there!

Awesome! There's nothing that I don't like about this place and it's owners!  Just go, visit and enjoy!

Review submitted 02.06.11
Date of stay 01.04.11
Travelled With: Solo Traveller
Would you recommend this accommodation to a friend? Yes

 

 

 

 

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