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5 STAR HISTORIC REFURBISHED OLD RECTORY

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a white table and chairs, and a blue accent wall.
A dining area with a round table, white chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A room with a green armchair, a wooden chair, a desk with a lamp, a suitcase, and a staircase.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Belfast, NIR
  • Place, Abbeycentre Shopping
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Titanic Belfast
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Belfast City Hall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

The Gingham Suite

2 Single Beds

The Linen Room

1 King Bed

The Mayfly Room

1 King Bed

The Tartan Room

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Dimity

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Gingham Rose

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Lilian Bland

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Linen Room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

5 STAR HISTORIC REFURBISHED OLD RECTORY

This wonderfully luxurious 4 bedroom (all en suite) 200-year-old historic property was originally the home of the Rev Robert Winstringham Bland (1794-1884), Rector of St George's Parish Church in Belfast. Extensively refurbished a few years ago to an exceptionally high standard and furnished with many works of art and antiques. Each bedroom has its own unique charm and each has its own large en suite. The Mayfly Room, Tartan Room and Gingham Suite are all upstairs. The Linen Room is downstairs and the en suite has a walk in shower. There is off-road parking for three cars at the front of the house. Public transport - both bus and train = are within minutes of the property. Tourism NI Registered.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number NO
Property # 9083075
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Newtownabbey

Located in Newtownabbey, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fortwilliam Golf Club and Cliftonville Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Belfast Lough Nature Reserve and Redburn Country Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Titanic Belfast, or check out an event or a game at SSE Arena.
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Belfast, NIR

What's nearby

  • Abbeycentre Shopping - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • SSE Arena - 7 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Titanic Belfast - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Grand Opera House - 9 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Belfast City Hall - 9 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Whiteabbey Station - 4 min walk
  • Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪M&S Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ground Espresso Bars - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 STAR HISTORIC REFURBISHED OLD RECTORY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5 STAR HISTORIC REFURBISHED OLD RECTORY?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 STAR HISTORIC REFURBISHED OLD RECTORY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 STAR HISTORIC REFURBISHED OLD RECTORY?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 STAR HISTORIC REFURBISHED OLD RECTORY located?

This family-friendly Newtownabbey holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Belfast Zoo and Cave Hill Country Park. Titanic Belfast and The Hall of Friendship are also within 6 miles (10 km). Whiteabbey Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our families had the best time on our 34 day stay here. Besides the 4 king size beds and the 4 bathrooms and fully equipped kitchen , we couldn’t ask for a better location. Bus stops and train station to city center ( and beyond ) are a short walk away. Walk down the hill in the back (front) yard and you are on a beautiful ocean walk. The owner ( Rosemary ) was extremely helpful with any of our requests. We want to stay here on any future trips. THANK YOU Rosemary Mary Declan (5) From the 4 Families from Detroit Mich
Stayed 35 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
You were wonderful guests and we couldn’t ask for better. Very pleasant and friendly during your stay and the house left in good order on your departure. We very much hope that you will return. Many thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and the host was very responsive. Cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thank you for your positive review. We liked how pleasant you were to talk to and how appreciative you were of our property. Thank you for leaving it tidy and clean on your departure. Many thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Home and Accommodations!

We absolutely loved our stay and can’t say enough great things about the accommodations and host. We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2025
You were fantastic guests and we loved having you stay. Many thanks for looking after both properties so well and for communicating so promptly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxury Hotel Quality

Clean, well supplied, and lovely home for our visit to Belfast.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2025
You and your family were the perfect guests! I hope you are enjoying your onward journey to the south of Ireland.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome property

Fantastic location, spotlessly clean and very spacious property for families
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a complimentary review. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Belfast Family Trip 2023

We absolutely enjoyed our stay, everything about this home was nothing less than amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review of our property. So much appreciated. We loved having you stay and are pleased that you enjoyed your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Still Excellent

Stayed here w family last summer. So good we returned this summer w friends. Excellent balance of common space and privacy. Easy walk to Whiteabbey village. House has all you need and oozes with charm and comfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for giving us such a positive review. We enjoyed having you back for a return visit and we appreciate how tidy you left the house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Up-market holiday let.

The property was spacious and well-furnished. The four en-suite bedrooms were much appreciated by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Barry family trip

Awesome. Great facility. Clean and all that was needed for a wonderful stay in Belfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Thank you for writing such a complimentary review of our property and we're delighted that you enjoyed your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The old rectory

Excellent property in a great location, modern , well appointed, clean. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write such an excellent review of our property. We're so pleased you enjoyed your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

We had a group of six adults staying. The location was perfect for day trips to Giants Causeway and Bushmills or a very easy walk to the rail station and a quick ride into to city! The house was perfect with a beautiful view of Lough Belfast and just steps away from a wonderful walking path along the water!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed and positive review of our property. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your visit and It was a pleasure having you staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House beside Belfast Lough

Lovely older house with all modern conveniences Very convenient for Belfast City and near motorways for destinations north and south of Belfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning property in a fantastic location

Booked as a surprise birthday treat for my partners Son, we were extremely pleased with the accommodation. It was spotlessly clean and exceptionally well equipped, definitely home from home. Our party being three adult couples, it was essential to have at least two bathrooms and all rooms in this property are en suite. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2023
How kind of you to write such a glowing review of our property. You were the perfect guests and looked after the house very well. We’re very pleased that you enjoyed your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Rectory

5star all round
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
It was a pleasure having you and your friends stay here. We appreciate you taking the time to write a complimentary review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An awesome stay!

All the details of this listing matched the property when first seen it. Extremely clean and nicley decorated. There was much need coffee and milk left for us on our arrival. Communication between the host and myself was extremely responsive. Ample parking, quiet, and cozy. Close to shopping Belfast city and the shore on the back doorstep. What a wonderful trip and a great stay thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
What a wonderful detailed review of our property! Thank you very much for taking the time to write this which we greatly appreciate. We enjoyed having you stay and are pleased that you enjoyed it also.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

I have stayed at VRBOs in six nations. This is the best I've ever experienced. No complaints, no issues, nothing but relaxing joy. Comfortable with all eight of us in the house. Excellent location to sea walk, Whiteabbey shops, and train station. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
What a brilliant review you've written! Thank you so much. You too were excellent guests! We much appreciated that you emailed on arrival to say how delighted you were with the property; and on departure you left on time and left the house in brilliant order. Very many thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Old Rectory review…

Upon arrival it was a bit confusing as to actually finding the location of the street address. After several attempts we found the street we were looking for, as it runs parallel with the main road. So, our GPS was correct, but we needed to look more closely. The home was exactly as pictured. Very clean, decorated well . The kitchen was quite large, very well appointed, and all the bedrooms were lovely. I suppose the only negative(s) were: 1. After taking a shower in the upstairs bathroom, we noticed a leak in the ceiling on the main floor and the carpet wet. We notified the owner directly, and we then used a different bathroom after that, which was not a problem. 2. We also noted an “odd” odor coming from the kitchen. It appeared to come and go. Thought maybe it was from the washing machine, but it wasn’t. We never did find out what was causing it, but never the less, it was offensive and consequently, we avoided the kitchen somewhat. 3. The beds were ok, except luggage racks would have been a nice addition. Other than that, it was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
We appreciated you not using the shower once you discovered the leak and being accommodating by using the spare bathroom. That was very kind of you. We’ve checked out the kitchen and don’t notice any offensive smell and neither did our next guests but we will certainly keep an eye on that. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope the rest of your travels went smoothly.

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