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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Barbecue
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Internet
- Onsite parking available
- Washing machine
Explore the area
Millisle
- Store HousePlace, Store House6 min drive
- Kiln HousePlace, Kiln House6 min drive
- Miller's HousePlace, Miller's House6 min drive
- Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)70 min drive
Where you'll sleep
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
About this property
Seal Bay Cottage - Large garden & direct beach access
A Cosy Seaside Cottage on the Ards Peninsula, County Down
Enjoy the coastal life in this beautifully renovated 120-year-old worker’s cottage, perfectly situated between Millisle and Ballywalter on the stunning Ards Peninsula. It offers a rare blend of peaceful privacy and a large garden that leads directly onto the beach overlooking the Irish Sea.
There's private parking, and the large back garden guides you right onto the shore. On a high tide, the sea whispers just a metre from your boundary. This beachfront cottage in County Down provides a serene, private base to immerse yourself in the maritime rhythm, perfectly positioned for exploring the entire Ards and North Down coastline.
Enjoy the coastal life in this beautifully renovated 120-year-old worker’s cottage, perfectly situated between Millisle and Ballywalter on the stunning Ards Peninsula. It offers a rare blend of peaceful privacy and a large garden that leads directly onto the beach overlooking the Irish Sea.
There's private parking, and the large back garden guides you right onto the shore. On a high tide, the sea whispers just a metre from your boundary. This beachfront cottage in County Down provides a serene, private base to immerse yourself in the maritime rhythm, perfectly positioned for exploring the entire Ards and North Down coastline.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 12027123
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Portaferry
Portaferry is home to this cottage. Donaghadee Harbour and Grey Abbey are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Copeland Distillery LTD and Donaghadee Golf Club. Drumawhey Junction Railway and Eddie Irvine Sports are also worth visiting.
Millisle
What's nearby
- Store House - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Kiln House - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Miller's House - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Strangford and Lecale - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
- Donaghadee Harbour - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
- Cultra Station - 22 min drive
- Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
- Grace Neills - 7 min drive
- The Wildfowler Inn - 9 min drive
- Saints N Sinners - 7 min drive
- Pier 36 - 8 min drive
- The Bull & Claw - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Seal Bay Cottage - Large garden & direct beach access pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Seal Bay Cottage - Large garden & direct beach access?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Seal Bay Cottage - Large garden & direct beach access?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Seal Bay Cottage - Large garden & direct beach access?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Seal Bay Cottage - Large garden & direct beach access located?
Situated in Portaferry, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Store House, Kiln House and Miller's House. The Commons and Donaghadee Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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