What month is best to visit Northern Ireland?

The summer months of June, July, and August offer pleasant weather, longer daylight hours, and a chance to experience popular festivals and events. However, spring (April and May) and autumn (September and October) can be less crowded, with milder temperatures and beautiful landscapes, making them ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the stunning natural attractions of Northern Ireland.

Is it worth going to Northern Ireland?

Absolutely! Northern Ireland offers a wealth of attractions and experiences that make it well worth a visit. From breathtaking landscapes along the Causeway Coastal Route and Giant's Causeway to iconic sites like the Titanic Belfast museum and the vibrant city of Belfast, there is something for everyone. The rich history, friendly locals, and unique cultural heritage contribute to an unforgettable travel experience.

How many days are enough for Northern Ireland?

The ideal number of days for a visit to Northern Ireland would be around 5 to 7 days. This timeframe allows you to explore the highlights, including the Causeway Coastal Route, Belfast, the Giant's Causeway, the Mourne Mountains, and other scenic locations. It also provides enough time to immerse yourself in the local culture, visit historical sites, enjoy outdoor activities, and savourr the warm hospitality of Northern Ireland.

What is the best way to travel around Northern Ireland?

The best way to travel around Northern Ireland is by renting a car, as it offers the most flexibility and allows you to explore both popular destinations and off-the-beaten-path areas. Additionally, public transportation options such as buses and trains are available for traveling between major cities and towns.

Northern Ireland Holiday Cottages

Northern Ireland Cottages

Each year, more and more tourists are choosing to travel to Northern Ireland for their holidays. This little corner of the United Kingdom is well known for the spectacular Giant's Causeway found on the coast of County Antrim. However, the tourist board should be shouting loud and proud about the region's wealth of cultural and artistic festivals, fabulous rugged coastline and misty mountains. Not to mention Belfast's industrial heritage, embodied by the story of the Titanic.

Our large range of self-catering holiday rentals come fully equipped with all the essentials for your stay. We can also provide luxury add-ons such as hot tubs or swimming pools. Visiting with a family? You may like to browse our farmhouses with open plan ground floors, giving an impressive amount of living room space for children to play. Want sea views from your bedroom? Choose a cottage that's walking distance from the coast and take in the salty sea air.

Our self-catering accommodation really does come with options for everyone. Dog-owners will love our pet-friendly properties, just a few minutes walk from beautiful walking paths. Northern Ireland also has an immense number of stunning lakes in its interior. We heartily recommend our cottages located by the tranquil Lough Erne, in County Fermanagh, offering boat trips to ancient Celtic ruins and marvellous picnic spots, right from your doorstep.

Best locations in Northern Ireland

Take in all of Northern Ireland's magnificent, wild coastline, gorgeous lakeland and industrial heritage from one of our hundreds of holiday homes in the region. It's fairly compact, so you can travel extensively from the comfort of your cottage.

Things to do on your Northern Ireland cottage holiday

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Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

Alistair - Verified booking

Lovely cottage in a great location.

We, a family of 4 (2 adults, 2 teenagers) spent 2/52 at Minnie's cottage in August 2020, the cottage itself was really comfortable, clean and warm. The owners live next door and were on hand for any help / advice with either the cottage / local area. Lovely walks from the doorstep though the nearby forest park, and over Slieve Gullion which gives you fantastic views of the area. Cottage is in a quiet rural location, however good local shops, including a Eurospar which had a great range of locally produced ready meals were only about 3 miles away. Further afield big supermarkets and good shopping in Newry - less than 15minutes away. We had a really nice meal in the local pub (Johnny Murphy's) which is a really pleasant mile or so walk from the cottage. With regards the location, it's fantastic - mountain biking, and coastal / mountain walks a short drive away - the ones around Carlingford Lough were stunning. Belfast about an hour away, where I'd recommend a city tour, the Crumlin Road Gaol, the Titanic Museum, and a walk around Stormont Park. The Giants Causeway and the North Antrim coast are a bit further away, approx an hour and a half but we did both easily in a single day. We didn't cross the border to explore the Republic of Ireland (didn't need to, had so much to do anyway) but had we wanted to then Dublin is achievable as a day trip - either by road or rail from Newry. In summary, fantastic cottage in a great location - would recommend.

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Magdalena - Verified booking

We spent a wonderful week at Carol Cottage, which we thoroughly enjoyed.

The cottage is very well equipped, comfortable, and clean. The beds are comfortable, there is great fibre internet and smart TV in the lounge, and the sunroom and patio really make the place perfect for relaxing in. And there was even a small food / water bowl for the dog in the kitchen. The heating works very well as there were a few cool nights. There was a great communication with the owners of the cottage, and the instructions to the cottage were easy to follow and comprehensible. The location is amazing with great views of Carlingford Lough and Slieve Foye. We were delighted by our neighbours - a flock of sheep, 3 donkeys, and some chatty ducks. There are fantastic walking and hiking paths, and we can also recommend local honey from the neighbouring cottage, as well as the chocolate factory just minutes drive away. The only tiny suggestion we would make for down the road improvements would be to replace the small fridge with a dishwasher (since there is a nice, big fridge in the kitchen already) and as far as cosmetic changes, perhaps a new mat for the bath.

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Margaret - Verified booking

We would like to thank John and Joan for their hospitality.

A food starter pack was left for us and they gave us a drinks voucher for the Flagstaff Restaurant for being their first customers of the year. We are four sisters in our late 60s who previously visited Minnieâs Cottage in the early 1960âs with our parents. The cottage had neither electricity or running water. To visit the cottage following its full renovation was memorable to us and one we will never forget. As children we also played and visited Miss Bellâs castle now known as Killeavy Castle. Joan and John contacted the Boyle owners and arranged for us a visit to view the new renovated Castle. Again a most memorable time for us. We would highly recommend a stay at Minnieâs cottage set in the beautiful grounds of Killeavy Estate.

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Colm - Verified booking

For a family looking for somewhere to base themselves for a Belfast weekend this is the perfect spot.

We are a family of 4, kids 7 & 3 years of age, & they loved it here. Place is out in the countryside beside a large farm & has all the sights, sounds, & smells you'd expect, which the kids loved, & there is a large field out front we used to play in, which was lovely. It's so peaceful, and has all you'd need. The single loft room where we all slept was a novelty for the kids & added to the enjoyment. Also had Internet and all the streaming services etc so we were fully covered for the kids needs in this regard. Carol the proprietor was lovely to deal with also. All round a lovely stay, with all you need as a base for Belfast/ Antrim, would recommend & would certainly book again.

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Steven - Verified booking

Hi the directions to the property are poor .

It states that the property is on the right off main street. Which it is not .It should state turn left at the flower basket shop and then turn left again after the recycling centre and then property is located in the cul de sac . Also there was no lnfo related to refuge bins . Also no fuel or information on central heating as stated because it dropped cold during our stay .A welcome pack is always a nice touch as we have experienced in previous accommodation we have booked with sykes. However on request as our ferry was cancelled they left us a pint of milk. Also as non smokers there was a strong smell of smoke as we entered the property which lingered through out our stay .

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Holiday Cottages in Northern Ireland

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Northern Ireland Cottages

Belfast

Hallmount Cottage

Ref: S165739

Reviews 13

Coleraine

SJs Annexe

Ref: S1029197

Newry

Ballard Cottage Annexe

Ref: S1061754

Ballymena

The Croft

Ref: S1028867

Limavady

Meric Stone Holiday Lets Caravan 2

Ref: S882231

Newry

Carol Cottage

Ref: S476933

Reviews 18

Newry

Minnie's Cottage, Killeavy

Ref: S165797

Reviews 36

Craigavon

Scarvagh House

Ref: S526212

Reviews 7

Craigavon

Red Robin's Annex

Ref: S283888

Reviews 8

Belleek

Marina House

Ref: S534636

Reviews 4

Londonderry

The Corner House

Ref: S1055289

Coleraine

Quiet Waters Cottage

Ref: S189052

Reviews 24

Ballycastle

Haller House

Ref: S842275

Reviews 1

Newcastle

Caravan 195D

Ref: S1070571

Lisbellaw

Millwood Cottage

Ref: S365051

Belfast

Stranmillis House

Ref: S1027688

Ballymena

The Croft

Ref: S1033684

Belfast

Beautiful 4 bedroom Townhouse minutes from Belfast City Centre

Ref: S998470

Lisburn

Brookhall Cottages

Ref: S497183

Bangor

Tern Cottage

Ref: S923392

Ballymena

Stayover Suites

Ref: S934381

Ballymoney

Gracehill Lodge - Guest Accommodation

Ref: S919317

Newry

Newtown House

Ref: S975804

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