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The Gardener's Cottage

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A rustic cottage with a blue door, a wooden ladder, and a heart-shaped decoration. - The Gardener's Cottage (Ballynahinch)
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a metal frame, two bedside lamps, a chandelier, a window with a view of trees, and a framed picture on the wall. - The Gardener's Cottage (Ballynahinch)
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a gas stove, a dishwasher, and a window providing natural light. - The Gardener's Cottage (Ballynahinch)
A rustic stone building with a small window, a green metal table, and two wooden chairs. - The Gardener's Cottage (Ballynahinch)
A dark green door with a brass knocker, a small doormat with "WELCOME" written on it, and a dog peeking out from behind the door. - The Gardener's Cottage (Ballynahinch)
At The Gardener's Cottage, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground. In-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

The Gardener's Cottage

  • A charming little stone cottage set in 20 acres of stunning gardens and woodland in County Down. Explore the garden setting of this cosy stone cottage amid the gentle bustle of a working smallholding with geese, chickens, sheep, goats and even the occasional peacock.

    Many historic and prehistoric sites nearby including filming locations of the Game of Thrones. Close to beaches and hill walking, National Trust properties and, though a rural location, close enough to Belfast to access the city.
    The space
    This cosy cottage sits in the lush gardens and yard of Knocknamorney house. Originally a spiritual retreat, rumour has it that the cottage was built for the Dalai Lama when he visited Northern Ireland. It has its own front door, a bedroom, shower room with separate dressing room and a small kitchen. It is located in the yard that is shared with the main house. It also has a private parking space.

    Fully furnished kitchen with oven/hob, fridge freezer, microwave, dining table seating for 2.

    Dressing room with shower room.

    Bedroom with double bed with wall mounted digital TV with freeview.

    **Please note there is no lounge space in the property.

    There is a laundrette in saintfield village and there is a washing machine in the main house that can be used by arrangement. There is a drying area to the rear of the cottage.
    Guest access
    The cottage is located in 20 acres of pleasure gardens which include a fire pit, allotment, arboretum, a maze and a many other exciting outdoor spaces.

    You are welcome to explore the gardens at your leisure. We even have an old Irish cottage ruin!
    Other things to note
    Bring your horse along on holiday! We have paddocks and stabling if you need it. Get in touch and we can cater for all your equestrian needs.

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About the area

Located in Ballynahinch, this cottage is in a rural area. Balmoral Golf Club and Temple Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Titanic Belfast and Ulster Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider EasyGo Lisnasharragh Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Ravenhill Stadium. Visit our Ballynahinch travel guide
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What's nearby

  • The Queens University of Belfast with its Gothic architecture and a central tower.
    Queen's University of Belfast
    24 min drive - 29.4 km
  • A large historic building with a green dome and two towers.
    Belfast City Hall
    27 min drive - 38.4 km
  • A nighttime marina with boats docked, a modern building with multiple floors, and a brightly lit hotel in the background.
    SSE Arena
    29 min drive - 41.1 km
  • A modern building with geometric patterns and illuminated signage.
    Titanic Belfast
    30 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Rowallane Garden
    6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Derriaghy Station
    18 min drive
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lineage
    10 min drive
  • John Dory's
    10 min drive
  • Kin & Folk
    3 min drive
  • Cafe Rossi
    8 min drive
  • Saints
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gardener's Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Gardener's Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gardener's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gardener's Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gardener's Cottage located?

This family-friendly Ballynahinch cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Rock Garden Wood and Balmoral Golf Club. Montalto Estate and Temple Golf and Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Gardener's Cottage Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Rural Setting

Comfortable setting with everything we needed. Great area to take a walk and visit the horses and goats. We would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This delightful cottage is a hidden gem, deceptively spacious as the main stone part is the bedroom and the kitchen, dressing room and bathroom occupy part of the white building to the left of the entrance door. Ample parking, farm animals next door and a super host who lives on site. Great location for Belfast but central for all parts of County Down including the Mournes and museums.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Excellent little cottage-a gem of a find. Cute and cosy with everything we needed for a few days away. Even the teenager approved!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay in a bucolic setting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friend and I had a lovely stay. The hosts were super kind and friendly. All the animals were super nice. And the cottage was very cute and quaint. We loved walking around Saintfield and trying all the local shops! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little jewel in the country! A great place to enjoy some quiet time surrounded by the animals on the farm. Peaceful walks through the trees….so relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I absolutely loved my stay here at the cottage. It was close enough to drive into Belfast to explore the city while also being a quiet and peaceful getaway in the countryside. There were a couple days of heavy rain while I was here but it didn’t even bother me since the cottage was such a lovely place to stay for a cozy day in. There is a grocery store 3 minutes away by car and the kitchen is well stocked with everything that you’ll need for cooking your meals.The only hiccup I had was that it was a little bit hard to find upon arrival. There’s a tiny road off of the main road that you have to follow for a ways in order to see the property. I had to contact the host to clarify, but she responded quickly and once I had that information, the cottage was easy to find. Overall I loved it here and would definitely come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
We had problems finding the property - the phone satnav directed us to Ballynahinch Water Treatment Works, but the host responded quickly to our email by phone, and gave us better directions. She left a light on at the property, and the key in the door.Gardeners Cottage exudes charm and character...and will be lovely in the summer. The underfloor heating is insufficient. Upon arrival, the overpowering smell of bleach was hard to stand. The place was cold and damp, and the plug in radiator had made little impression. Sadly, there was mould on the walls, in the bathroom and kitchen cupboards. Cobwebs and dirt were in evidence. Maintenance is required to replace the broken skylight, repaint the windows and see to the electrics. What was obviously set up as a pleasant space requires some TLC. The cold tap in the bathroom is not attached to the sink. The kettle leaked through the switch, so we used the microwave to heat water for drinks. The WiFi was paused before 10pm, which made research online difficult. There was no welcome pack, and no interaction with the hosts. Another easy chair would be good in the bedroom. The supermarket in Saintfield was wonderful.
The bedroom looks pleasant
Mouldy shower
Mould on kitchen doors
Kitchen needs to be refreshed
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024