Minnie's Cottage, Killeavy

5.0★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No

Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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37 Customer Reviews

"A wonderful holiday cottage in a gorgeous location."

Thanks to Joan & John for a warm welcome & stay at Minnie’s Cottage.

Reviewed by Pauline5.0★Oct 2024
"Excellent accommodation - owners welcomed us and were available if needed- no problems."

Quiet and peaceful area not too far from Newry station so easy to get to Dublin

Reviewed by John5.0★Aug 2024
"A very comfortable and well equipped cottage in a lovely location."

Reviewed by Nicholas5.0★Aug 2024
"We really enjoyed our stay at Minnie's cottage."

It was comfortable & homely as well as having everything we needed. After a full day out we enjoyed coming back to the cottage to relax for the evening. The owners were very friendly & on hand if we needed anything. We would definitely come back again.

Reviewed by Hannah5.0★Aug 2024
"Everything was very comfortable it was great to have two bathrooms!"

We really appreciated the generous welcome pack, with bread milk tea and coffee. Much appreciated.

Reviewed by Mary5.0★Jul 2024
"A beautiful cottage with an unusually large living room with doiors that opened to the garden."

Very comfortable furniture and plenty of it too. A very well sticked kitchen with an excellent choice of dishes snd utensils. 2 very good showers with loads of pressure and loads of hot water. For myself looking out of each window to trees was wonderful.

Reviewed by Ruth5.0★Jul 2024
"Beautiful setting in a comfortable and welcoming cottage."

Amazing hosts! Looking forward to a return visit.

Reviewed by Alison4.4★Jun 2024
"We absolutely loved our stay at Minnie's Cottage."

It was clean, spacious, comfortable and had everything you may need, and the hosts are so lovely! The location is fantastic, with stunning views and easy access to the motorway for traveling and exploring the country. Highly recommend staying here.

Reviewed by Miquella5.0★Jun 2024
"Really enjoyed our second stay at Minnie's Cottage."

Very comfortable and well equipped, with a generous welcome pack on arrival. Ideal location for exploring this beautiful area of Northern Ireland.

Reviewed by Ronald5.0★May 2024
"Minnie’s Cottage was fantastic, little touches make it feel like a home away from home, and John the owner, was lovely and helpful."

My brother and I were travelling together so it was nice to have our own bathrooms and seperate spaces. The location is really handy and central being about halfway between Dublin and Belfast. The cottage is located in the Ring of Gullion which means you don’t have to go far to see some incredible sites and absolutely stunning hikes! We had a great stay and highly recommend.

Reviewed by Kellie5.0★Apr 2024
"Amazing I’ll be staying here again."

Perfect holiday cottage.

Reviewed by Robert5.0★Feb 2024
"We stayed at Minnie’s Cottage for Christmas as it was a perfect location between family homes."

Waking up in the dark on Christmas morning and spotting Killeavy Castle illuminated through the window was like something out of a fairytale. The cottage was super cosy and warm, spotless. The hosts had thought of everything to make our stay magical and our son was delighted to see all the Christmas decorations. We will definitely return!

Reviewed by Sara5.0★Dec 2023
"Sorry for the late feedback, it is certainly not reflective of how much I enjoyed my stay."

First of all the hosts make you feel very comfortable, a very thoughtful gift pack of essentials in place when you arrive. Also enough contact to be of assistance but certainly not encroaching on our stay. A lovely location, nice walks close by and a very welcoming village. I would have no issue to highly recommend a stay and will be back myself.

Reviewed by Owen5.0★Dec 2023
"We do a lot of self catering."

So often, things aren't as described but here everything is as pictured & everything works. First impression - immaculately clean, second impression is of a very high quality renovation producing a marvellous holiday environment. The location is rural, you'll need a car. It's possible to walk into Meigh for pub, shop & pharmacy, but the lanes are narrow & you need to step right out of the way - carry a torch if in the evening. If back in this area we would definitely return. Thanks to John & Joan for courtesy & kindness, available if needed, communicative but not intrusive. And thanks for the welcome pack - not everyone does this.

Reviewed by Terry5.0★Sep 2023
"The property was excellent clean and comfortable with everything you needed ..."

The property was excellent clean and comfortable with everything you needed couldn't ask for any more would highly recommend the cottage set in a beautiful place in ireland Thanks Derek and freda

Reviewed by Derek5.0★Jun 2023
"We had a 13 night holiday in May and were delighted with the standard of everything about Minnie's cottage, the lovely location and the welcome received by the owners."

There is so much to do and see in this area to suit all tastes and we would like to return.

Reviewed by Nigel5.0★May 2023
"We returned to Minnie's Cottage after our stay last year as we cannot praise it enough in all aspects."

Communication being important was spot on. Situated in beautiful countryside all around. The cottage being fully equipped.

Reviewed by Peter5.0★Apr 2023
"We had a lovely time at the cottage, the place was very clean and comfortable and the owners were extremely helpful."

We would come back again

Reviewed by Charis5.0★Dec 2022
"We had a lovely time at Minnie's cottage."

Clean and comfortable, super comfy beds. Owners friendly and helpful. Good location, lovely views. Can recommend.

Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Oct 2022
"Minnie's Cottage is a beautiful place to stay, very clean and comfortable with all facilities you could ever need."

It is also situated in a lovely location, and not too far away from the nearest shop, or town. Lots of sites to explore in the local vicinity. Would highly recommend this property if you are looking for a home from home, to relax and enjoy yourself.

Reviewed by Orla5.0★Sep 2022
"Beautiful property."

Perfect location. Great facilities including garden. Lovely touch welcoming us with milk, bread and a few other essentials. Will definitely stay again and recommend.

Reviewed by Lauren5.0★Jun 2022
"A wonderful week in Minnies Cottage situated at the foot of Sleive Gullion by the village of Meigh in South Armagh."

Perfect for my son and I visiting family and friends in this beautiful countryside. The cottage has every amenity in a completely modernised interior and owners John and Joan live nearby and couldn't be more helpful.

Reviewed by Derek5.0★Jun 2022
"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 Minnie’s Cottage in the early 1960’s 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 Bell’s 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 Minnie’s cottage set in the beautiful grounds of Killeavy Estate.

Reviewed by Margaret5.0★May 2022
"This stay surpassed all our expectations Friendly caring and helpful owners Very ideally situated."

Reviewed by Peter5.0★Apr 2022
"My wife and I stayed at Minnie's cottage over Christmas and New Year 2021/22, We got there on a dark cold evening after a 12 hour journey and we were delighted that the owners had a fully decorated christmas tree set up and a stove fire with logs and coal provided ready to go, along with a supplies starter pack in the fridge, really appreciated."

The cottage has been totally refurbished recently and has a modern kitchen with every utensil and appliance a family would need. 2 large bedrooms with an ensuite and a family bathroom. There is parking for 2 cars comfortably and gated entrances to keep small children from wandering. The cottage is first class with a location to match with lots of country walks and history on your door step, Within close walking distance are Killeavey Old Churches, St Monnina's Well, Slieve Gullion Forest Park and numerous neolithic tombs and monuments. The views from the cottage are fantastic with the majestic Slieve Gullion mountain directly behind you and Camlough Lake & Mountain to the north east, Cooley Mountains to the south east with the Mountains of Mourne off in the far east distance. The owners are nearby if needed but never intrusive. All in all I cannot reccomend it highly enough. Thanks to John & Family. Regards Fergal & Nicola Reavey

Reviewed by Fergal4.7★Dec 2021
"Absolutely fabulous time at Minnie's Cottage."

Brilliant position for exploring South Armagh and the stunning Mourne coast and Mountains. The Cottage was very comfortable, and suited 4 adults very well. John and Joan had left us a really thoughtful welcome pack, and they were very helpful in telling us about the local area, and the history of the cottage. Would definitely recommend this wee gem.

Reviewed by Alison5.0★Aug 2021
"Fantastic cottage, hosts and surroundings."

Beautiful, newly renovated and very well equipped. We stayed quite a while and it was too short.

Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jul 2021
"Great cottage,very well equipped very good location,Host were really friendly ..."

Great cottage,very well equipped very good location,Host were really friendly and very accommodating,would definitely return and recommend this cottage to others

Reviewed by A5.0★Jun 2021
"The cottage was delightful and met our needs very well."

We also received a warm welcome from John and Joan, for whom nothing was too much trouble. The beautiful countryside around this area was a revelation to us and we hope to visit Minnie's cottage again in the not too distant future.

Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Sep 2020
"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.

Reviewed by Alistair5.0★Aug 2020
"Absolutely amazing place, if anything, the photos and listing did an injustice to the beauty and character of the house."

The house is prestine clean with a great quality modern finish and attention to detail. The host family were lovely, genuine and available on the phone if we had any questions. The area is stunning and the mountainous backdrop is like a picture. Great value for money, maybe one of the best in my experience.

Reviewed by Suzanne5.0★Aug 2020
"Most amazing place ive stayed, I visit Ireland regularly around Newry Mourne and ..."

Most amazing place ive stayed, I visit Ireland regularly around Newry Mourne and in the passed I was so remote it was just to far from anything, this property has best of both worlds it’s rural, peaceful exceptional views of the mountains, castle, great walks and also close enough to go to town for anything you needed, very cosy, clean, with amazing hosts John & Joan I will defiantly be going back to this property, thank you again for an amazing property, has everything you would need and more, much bigger and better than the pictures also

Reviewed by Andrea5.0★Feb 2020
"The beautiful quaint “Minnie’s cottage”, situated in the scenic ring of Gullion is not only comfortable and warm but is also equipped to the highest of standards."

The hosts were exceptional from start to end; easy to contact, hospitable in nature and kind and respectful in their gestures. They provided us with lots of little added extras to make our festive stay very memorable. We would highly recommend this listing..

Reviewed by Noreen5.0★Dec 2019
"We received a warm welcome with a quick run through of the facilities in the house."

It was apparently an old single storey cottage extended, seamlessly, this year, so everything was new and up to date. It was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The garden is comfortable for sitting and eating outside The owners live close by and were available if necessary, which is always reassuring.

Reviewed by Judith5.0★Sep 2019
"John and his family very nice and helpful."

Always answered my phone calls. Leaving some coffee tea and food items was a nice touch thank you

Reviewed by Allyson4.7★Aug 2019
"Perfect cottage, John has obviously put a lot of thought into providing everything needed for his guests, everything provided was to a very high standard, the ‘welcome pack ‘ of tea coffee milk, bread and even cake was a thoughtful touch."

Lovely location for walks and close enough to the village for shopping. Would definitely return.

Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Aug 2019
"Gorgeous cottage, lovely friendly and thoughtful owners who live next door."

Recently refurbished with everything new and to a very high standard. Stunning views. Comfortable beds. Everything you could think of is provided. Highly recommend this cottage and will be returning. Brilliant location. There is nothing negative about this cottage at all.

Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Jul 2019
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Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with Jack-and-Jill en-suite shower room, 1 x twin with Jack-and-Jill en-suite shower room
Jack-and-Jill shower room with shower, basin and WC, shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room with woodburning stove and sofa bed
Central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, 2 x Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for two cars
Enclosed garden at rear with patio furniture
Sorry, no smoking
Sorry, no pets allowed
Shop 3.1 miles, pub 1.4 miles
No stag/hen parties.

The property

Minnie's Cottage, Killeavy is the original back gate lodge to the grounds of Killeavy Castle, a charming retreat backed by 350 acres of mixed farm and woodland, near the city of Newry.

With views towards the castle in the distance and a superb interior in which to unwind after a day filled with adventure, this humble dwelling is perfect for families and groups of friends.

You are enveloped by the natural beauty on the Ring of Gullion, which straddles the Northern Ireland border with the Republic of Ireland, the ideal location for a rejuvenating holiday.

Feel welcomed into the property into a bright hallway, with two armchairs in which you can relax with a book and a glass of wine at the end of a long day.

Choose to spend your leisure time in the well-appointed living room, where you can relax in front of the fire on a cold winter’s night and chat about your plans for your trip.

Summer evenings will welcome a cool breeze through the French doors as you get the family together for dinner, and there is also a Smart TV for you to catch up on your favourite shows.

The wood-effect kitchen presents a fine selection of fittings integrated with modern appliances, allowing you to cook up tasty meals for all to enjoy.

An extra guest can make use of the sofa bed in the lounge if they wish, while the master and twin bedrooms rest just off the corridor, adjoined by a Jack-and-Jill shower suite.

Well-presented to a quality standard, they each have ample storage space and matching bedside tables with lamps, the double also having its own wall-mounted TV.

Lastly, the second shower room allows you plenty of time to get ready each morning before you venture out to explore the local area, while the garden to the rear, accessed via the French doors, offers a lovely spot to relax with a drink.

Head to the city for a day out at one of Newry’s major shopping centres, followed by an evening at one of many pubs, bars or restaurants.

Brush up on your history by visiting Bagenal’s Castle, admire the attractive canal buildings showcasing their original features down by the quays and discover the glorious views from the grounds of St Patrick’s Church.

The Ring of Gullion offers numerous routes and trails ranging in length and difficulty for walkers, cyclists and lovers of the outdoors, while anglers and equestrian enthusiasts are also well-catered for.

Climb to the summit of Slieve Gullion and uncover an abundance of wildlife at Hawthorn Forest Nature Reserve.

Travel to the city of Belfast to sample some of its finest attractions and find many National Trust properties in the area, including Castle Ward, which overlooks the waters of Strangford Lough in County Down.

A splendid retreat in peaceful countryside.

About the location

NEWRY, NORTHERN IRELAND

Newcastle 21.1 miles; Belfast 38.5 miles

This Northern Ireland city is bustling with life and vibrancy, known as the ‘Gateway to the North’, it sits tight among the natural beauty of the towering Mourne Mountains and the Ring of Gullion AONB. It is a well-established shopper’s haven, with shopping centres such as The Quays and The Buttercrane, housing all the major stores and fine eateries you could ask for, while many independent stores offer a variety of unique souvenirs. Bagenal’s Castle boasts an interesting history comprising a 16th-century fortified tower and a 19th-century warehouse, now home to the Tourist Office and a museum, which are well worth a visit. Once you have explored the city centre to your hearts content, enjoy a scenic drive along the Mourne Coastal Route to find a sweeping range of grand peaks intertwined with many walking and cycling trails, one of the most beautiful corners of Northern Ireland. For Game of Thrones fans, Westeros comes to life in this part of the country, where the White Walkers once marched through the Haunted Forest or as the locals know it, Tollymore Forest Park shadowed by The Mournes. Further afield is the thriving city of Belfast with a number of attractions to discover, such as its Botanic Gardens, its hilltop castle, the grand City Hall building and St. George’s 19th-century Market, as well as the fascinating Titanic museum showcasing hands-on displays and interactive galleries. You are also just a stone’s throw away from the magical landscapes of Ireland’s Ancient East, home to a series of festivals, historic sites and mesmerising landscapes framed by the River Shannon and the Irish Sea. Find your escape in this fabulous city, for an experience you won’t forget in a hurry.

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Reviews & Ratings

"A wonderful holiday cottage in a gorgeous location."

"Excellent accommodation - owners welcomed us and were available if needed- no problems."

"A very comfortable and well equipped cottage in a lovely location."

"We really enjoyed our stay at Minnie's cottage."

"Everything was very comfortable it was great to have two bathrooms!"

"A beautiful cottage with an unusually large living room with doiors that opened to the garden."

"Beautiful setting in a comfortable and welcoming cottage."

"We absolutely loved our stay at Minnie's Cottage."

"Really enjoyed our second stay at Minnie's Cottage."

"Minnie’s Cottage was fantastic, little touches make it feel like a home away from home, and John the owner, was lovely and helpful."

"Amazing I’ll be staying here again."

"We stayed at Minnie’s Cottage for Christmas as it was a perfect location between family homes."

"Sorry for the late feedback, it is certainly not reflective of how much I enjoyed my stay."

"We do a lot of self catering."

"The property was excellent clean and comfortable with everything you needed ..."

"We had a 13 night holiday in May and were delighted with the standard of everything about Minnie's cottage, the lovely location and the welcome received by the owners."

"We returned to Minnie's Cottage after our stay last year as we cannot praise it enough in all aspects."

"We had a lovely time at the cottage, the place was very clean and comfortable and the owners were extremely helpful."

"We had a lovely time at Minnie's cottage."

"Minnie's Cottage is a beautiful place to stay, very clean and comfortable with all facilities you could ever need."

"Beautiful property."

"A wonderful week in Minnies Cottage situated at the foot of Sleive Gullion by the village of Meigh in South Armagh."

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

"This stay surpassed all our expectations Friendly caring and helpful owners Very ideally situated."

"Absolutely fabulous time at Minnie's Cottage."

"Fantastic cottage, hosts and surroundings."

"Great cottage,very well equipped very good location,Host were really friendly ..."

"The cottage was delightful and met our needs very well."

"Lovely cottage in a great location."

"Absolutely amazing place, if anything, the photos and listing did an injustice to the beauty and character of the house."

"Most amazing place ive stayed, I visit Ireland regularly around Newry Mourne and ..."

"The beautiful quaint “Minnie’s cottage”, situated in the scenic ring of Gullion is not only comfortable and warm but is also equipped to the highest of standards."

"We received a warm welcome with a quick run through of the facilities in the house."

"John and his family very nice and helpful."

"Perfect cottage, John has obviously put a lot of thought into providing everything needed for his guests, everything provided was to a very high standard, the ‘welcome pack ‘ of tea coffee milk, bread and even cake was a thoughtful touch."

"Gorgeous cottage, lovely friendly and thoughtful owners who live next door."

Summary

The property

About the location

NEWRY, NORTHERN IRELAND