Duneden Cottage and grounds

Top rated by guests
Cottage at dusk
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review stars
10.0Outstanding
(16 Ratings)
"Amazing hidden gem in Randalstown in a beautiful quiet setting! Owners are beyond gracious and we were so pleased with the gifts of bread, juice, butter and milk. Very nice touch. Cottage is roomy ..."
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(16 Ratings)

Cottage in Northern Ireland

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cottage rental

Duneden provides the perfect gateway to the whole of the North. Randalstown village, recent winner of the much coveted 'Best Kept Town in Ireland' 2018 as well as 'Translink Ulster in Bloom' 2018, is a mere 10min walk away past the famous Shane's Castle gate (featured in HBO's Game of Thrones) & under the beautiful historic Viaduct Walkway. The new Game of Thrones exhibition site at Moneyglass 15mins plus the North Antrim Coast & Royal Portrush 40mins, Duneden truly is at the heart of it all.

The space
Nestled in Northern Ireland's famous emerald green hills, Duneden Cottage was designed by RIBA President Alan Jones from an ancient stone outbuilding circa 1835 its traditional exterior belying the contemporary accommodation within. It comprises of 2 spacious bedrooms, modern bathroom, compact cloakroom and large open plan living/dining area with vaulted pine ceiling & panoramic views of the fields & forest beyond. This airy, light filled space also houses a fitted kitchen with oven, hob, microwave, fridge freezer, washing machine & coffee machine. There is private parking and a rear paved terrace with 180* views of the rolling countryside providing the perfect spot to watch the sunrise. When the sun goes down, the Secret Garden beckons- a secluded twinkly lit garden with children's playhouse, dining area & Weber BBQ- ideal for atmospheric convivial nights al fresco. Guests may also have use of the BBQ/bar in the nearby courtyard should there be a 'soft night' as we say in Ireland!
Imagine reclining on the daybed after a day exploring with a freshly brewed latte, drinking in the stunning view perhaps cosying up in front of the log burner, glass of wine in hand while the kids watch a relaxing in the bath while gazing at the stars through the skylight above. Escape with a game of tennis or a picnic in the orchard. Experience the bucolic idyll that is 'Duneden'.
Guest access
Guests have full use of cottage, secret garden BBQ area with Weber BBQ. Use of indoor BYOB Bar and BBQ. Formal gardens and woodlands (4 acres). Tennis court and orchards.

Amenities at Duneden Cottage and grounds

Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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    Ratings and reviews

    10.0 / 10.0
    Outstanding(16 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    Amazing hidden gem in Randalstown in a beautiful quiet setting! Owners are beyond gracious and we were so pleased with the gifts of bread, juice, butter and milk. Very nice touch. Cottage is roomy and airy with plenty of room to spread out. Beds are very comfortable and everything is very well stocked and clean. Boys enjoyed the tennis, bocce and archery on site. Couldn't be happier and was definitely the best house (out of 5) on our trip. Thank you!!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Very comfortable place for 4 adults to relax just 25 minutes outside Belfast. Easy drive into Belfast. Host was very accommodating and made access easy to the cottage. Well stocked and were met to show accommodations. Restaurants were short drive from cottage. Very quiet and relaxing.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Everything was perfect for our couple of days visiting Northern Ireland. The host gave us a warm welcome and a private tour of the (huge!) property that includes fire pits, a tennis court, a private bar (not fully stocked obviously), and a beautiful outdoor scene where we could see sheeps from the living room and the master bedroom! The property was well furnished, and many local products were in the fridge. Don't forget to ask where the best places to see are; you won't need a guide after that! A good place for a weekend, or for a confortable house after visiting the country. Highly recommended!
    10.0 / 10.0
    This was our favorite stay on vacation, the house offered so much to do, the host was friendly and very helpful giving suggestions of places nearby including a cute pub where we got to enjoy music. Highly recommend this place.
    10.0 / 10.0
    From the moment we drove down the beautiful driveway arrived and met Allie the owner(extremely warm and charming) we were in heaven. A truly incredible property set on a wonderful acreage with lots of fun things to do if you are not out touring Northern Ireland (Giants Causeway, Dark Hedge, Belfast, etc.), which this a great home base to have. Randalstown is an incredible little town with lots of beautiful architecture and great pubs, filled with the most outgoing and helpful people I have ever met travelling. Duneden Cottage and the surrounding area were well worth the 2 day Ferrie trip on our Scotland road trip and highly recommend it!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Great property. Ideal location, Ally was a great host and we will return again
    10.0 / 10.0
    Amazing, magical place with the best hosts. We loved everything about it. Comfortable with everything you might need. The grounds are amazing, we enjoyed the fire pit and the views. Thank you!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Fantastic stay at a fantastic gem! Our host Allie was superb, very accommodating and the facilities were excellent. Will definitely be back

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this cottage?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Duneden Cottage and grounds. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this cottage?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Duneden Cottage and grounds pet friendly?

    Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

    What amenities are available at Duneden Cottage and grounds?

    We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, and family friendly.


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