Ivy Cottage NI

51 Ballykeel Road
County Down BT24 8UF
Ireland

http://www.ivycottageni.com

Phone: +0044 (2892) 639869
Fax: +0044 (8717) 142893

General Information

Superb Bed and Breakfast nestled in the County Down countryside between the historic village of Hillsborough, city of Lisburn and Ballynahinch town. This restored 19th Century School will provide you with a tranquil home from home.

Ivy Cottage NI is located 10 minutes from the M1 motorway and is an excellent base for both the business-person and tourist visiting County Down. This is one of the very top "Bed and Breakfasts" in Northern Ireland and advance booking is highly recommended.

The accommodation has been uncompromisingly updated to include luxurious guest bedrooms, a cosy guest lounge, modern kitchen and relaxing breakfast room.

From the business traveller unwinding after a long days work to a family stopping off on holiday, the bedrooms have been individually designed to meet the needs of every guest.

Ivy Cottage NI is a member of The Federation of Small Businesses.

All major credit cards accepted.

Room Rates (IEP Irish Pounds)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 3 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between £ 35.00 and £ 50.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between £ 60.00 and £ 70.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between £ 10.00 and £ 15.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath robes
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Board
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Turndown Service
On Site
  • Internet Service
  • Private entrance
  • Washer/dryer

Other Amenities: Airport shuttle service available on request, Secure private parking available on site

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 07:00 - 10:00
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast Room, In room
  • Lunch is available by special request for £10
  • Dinner is available by special request for £15
  • Special meals available: Vegan, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Traditional Irish Fry
    Full Irish Breakfast : Local Bacon, Local Butcher's Sausage, Fresh Tomato, Potato Bread, Soda Bread, Egg fried, scrambled, boiled or poached

    Or

    Full Vegetarian Breakfast: Vegetarian Sausages, Vegetarian Bacon, Fresh Tomato, Potato Bread, Soda Bread, Egg fried, scrambled, boiled or poached

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed outside only
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets
  • Children are welcome
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (We require credit card details to secure your booking. We will not charge your credit card unless authorised to do so by the customer.)
  • Check in time is 16:00 - 21:00 and Check out time is 07:00 - 12:00
  • Cancellations:
    If cancellation is made less than 24 hours prior to arrial time or there is a no show we will charge the first nights rate.

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Fine china
  • Luxurious surroundings
  • Personal service at all times
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Christian Travel
  • Family Travel
  • Luxury
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Built in 1860
  • Opened for business in 2009
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1997
  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking available (Private secure parking facilities on-site)

Location

  • Location is best described as: Ballynahinch, Hillsborough, Lisburn, Countryside
  • Nearest major city: Lisburn (7 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    Directions from Lisburn From the Queens Road Roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the A49 / Saintfield Road heading to B6 / Ballynahinch / Saintfield. Continue to follow A49. Continue for 5 miles. Turn right into Cargacreevy Road. Continue to end of Cargacreevy Road (approx half a mile.) Ballykeel Road is to your right. Ivy Cottage is on your right hand side.
  • Nearest major airport: BHD 16 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Turn right when exiting airport.Follow signposts to Outer Ring (A55) then take the motorway to Lisburn which is the sixth exit off the motorway. Directions from Lisburn From the Queens Road Roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the A49 / Saintfield Road heading to B6 / Ballynahinch / Saintfield. Continue to follow A49. Continue for 5 miles. Turn right into Cargacreevy Road. Continue to end of Cargacreevy Road (approx half a mile.) Ballykeel Road is to your right. Ivy Cottage is on your right hand side.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport
    • Bus
    • Train

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Phyl Dyer and Ronnie Carroll
    Phyl and Ronnie are a brother and sister team who enjoy gardening, interior design and cooking.
  • The innkeepers speak: English
  • There is one cat on the property
  • There are 2 dogs on the property

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Bronte Homeland, Hillsbrough Castle, Shopping in Belfast, The Mourne Mountains, Rockmount Golf Club, Tyrella Beach, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bird watching, Fishing, Golfing, Horseback riding, Irish Pubs, Walking (Hillsborough lake and forest park), Fine Dining, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming