Quarry Hill Church - Self-catering house in Co. Down
Strangford, BT30 7LZ, Co. Down
Northern Ireland,
Regno Unito
The listed 1845 building had been left to crumble when church-goers dwindled. Now it is an award-winning holiday home but still has links to its roots as a place of worship complete with pulpit, working organ and the vast old key to the front door. Light floods in through elegant arched windows, original floorboards glow, there's plenty of comfy seating in front of the wood-burner or by the TV and you'll find lots of local books, games, toys and DVDs.
A kitchen for serious cooks will impress even the fussiest – convivial meals can be had at the large dining table, or out on the suntrap side courtyard in the garden with views to the lough and a barbecue. You're left basics, a bottle of wine and some local treats but you can have an online order unpacked for you.
Sleep deeply in bright, peaceful bedrooms (three downstairs and two up) with well-dressed beds, smart TVs and desks if you need to work – all have green views and sparkling bathrooms.
Caratteristiche
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles
Pub within 3 miles
Relaxation areas
Breakfast available
Breakfast included
Oven
Hob
Spa on site
Bar on site
Free parking on site
Free parking nearby
Paid parking nearby
Local points of interest from Marty Hamill:
Punti d'interesse locali da
Marty Hamill:
- The National Trust estate of Castle Ward is right on your doorstep. Famous as the set of Winterfell in Game of Thrones it offers miles of forest and coastal trails, castles, a stately house and gardens and a great NT cafe!
- The village of Strangford has a Viking name meaning "Strong-Fjjord" due to the fast tidal currents. You can take a boat trip from the village harbour and see the amazing Strangford Lough scenery and wildlife up close.
- Strangford is a small picturesque village but you won't be stuck for choice when it comes to food and drink with 3 quality restaurants serving fresh local produce, a homely tearoom and 3 pubs. Plus local independent shops to stock up on essentials.
- The historic local town of Downpatrick (15 mins drive) is famous as the burial place of St Patrick. Here you will find a visitor centre dedicated to Ireland's saint, also a museum and cathedral. Belfast is less than 1 hour, Dublin 2 hours.
- It is a stones throw to the short ferry crossing linking you with the town of Portaferry on the Ards Peninsula. Here you will find Ireland's only aquarium and seal sanctuary, as well as walks, pubs and restaurants.
- Just 25 mins by car takes you into the heart of the majestic Mourne Mountains, inspiration for C.S. Lewis' Narnia. Outdoor pursuits await from the gentle to the hard core!
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- 1 House for 10
Minimum stay: 2 nights, 3 nights in high season.
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Strangford, BT30 7LZ, Co. Down
