Rocklea Seaside Cottage

20 Customer Reviews

• "We loved this beautiful cottage from the moment we walked in!"

  It's really homely and welcoming, and we enjoyed a wonderful and very special week there. The sea views are stunning, the best we've ever had from a holiday cottage, and it was magical to watch the sunrise over the bay. We could easily have stayed in all day just looking at the view. However, we tore ourselves away as Rocklea is ideally located for exploring this beautiful area, and we very much enjoyed the Mournes, Tollymore, Murlough, Silent Valley and Castlewellan Country Park. Also, the coastal path from Bloody Bridge has fabulous views out to sea. The cottage is well equipped, cosy and very comfortable and we would highly recommend it. We couldn't have asked for more. Thank you, Mary, for all your kindness and helpfulness to us, which we really appreciate. Jo and Ian

  Thank you so much for your lovely review, Jo and Ian! I’m thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at my cottage. I’m glad you found the views as breathtaking as my family and I do and that the cottage provided a comfortable and cosy base for your explorations. I hope to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ian5.0★Aug 2024

• "Rocklea cottage was fantastic- perfect location, well equipped and very homely."

  The view is just stunning and we saw some lots of wildlife including seals. The cottage owner was very helpful and responsive when needed. My family and I really hope to make a return visit.

  I'm so glad you and your family had a wonderful time at the cottage, Lucy. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the location, amenities, and the stunning views. I'm particularly delighted that you spotted some seals - what a special experience! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review. It means a lot and I really hope to welcome you back to Rocklea Cottage in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Aug 2024

• "This is a supurb sea view cottage and we had a magical stay here!"

  The sea is ever-present, from early morning sunrise over the sea, to nature spotting - all manner of sea birds and even dolphins - to a view of the Isle of Man on a clear day. The area is simply gorgeous with the Mourne mountains, a Forest Park, National Trust blue flag beach and nature reserve and a lovley seaside town. We hope to return! There has been a lot of care to provide everything a visitor could need in a home away from home. Photos of the owners as children visiting are a touching addition. Thank you for an excellent stay!

  Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Linda. I’m absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a magical stay. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the stunning sea views, the wildlife sightings, and the peaceful atmosphere. I’m glad that the cottage provided everything you needed for a comfortable and enjoyable holiday. Thank you again for choosing my cottage and for taking the time to share your experience. I hope to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Linda5.0★Aug 2024

• "The cottage is in a delightful location with the main rooms all overlooking the lovely sunny garden which is framed (but not heavily shaded) by two mature maritime pines and slopes down to the steep rocky sea shore."

  The cottage is lovely, very comfortable and fully equipped with everything one could need. The large kitchen overlooks the picture book garden and seascape. A really pleasant backdrop for meals at the kitchen table. At night the distant lighthouse at St John's Point sweeps its friendly beam across the sea. Idyllic!

  Thank you so much for your kind words, Phil. I'm delighted that you and your family enjoyed your stay at the cottage. It's my goal to provide a peaceful and comfortable retreat, and it sounds like I achieved that. I hope to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Phil5.0★Aug 2024

• "This is a lovely house and the setting and views are superb."

  The facilities were everything we could wish for. It is shown as suitable for up to 6 guests, and is ideal for three with the bedrooms on the ground floor. The staircase to the first floor (beds for three more) would be tricky for some people, but the view from there is breathtaking.

  Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Richard. I’m glad you found the facilities perfect and enjoyed the stunning views. That’s great feedback about the bedrooms being ideal for 3 on the ground floor. It’s helpful for future guests to realise the stairs to the family room might be a challenge, but the view is definitely worth it! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Richard4.7★Jun 2024

• "We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage, really lovely and relaxing place."

  Gorgeous views overlooking the sea, very comfortable and convenient to lots of attractions. Welcome pack much appreciated, highly recommend this cottage. One place in particular to visit is Tollymore Forest Park, just a short distance away, it's absolutely magical. Thank you Mary for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful cottage and for all your help and recommendations. Looking forward to coming back at some stage in the future. Terry.

  Thank you, Terry! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Tollymore is a great recommendation, isn't it? I hope to see you back again soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Terry5.0★May 2024

• "The cottage is in a lovely area with beautiful views out of the windows."

  It was very welcoming and comfortable with everything we needed. Ken and Maureen.

  Thank you, Maureen and Ken, for your kind words and for choosing my cottage! I'm delighted you found it comfortable and enjoyed the beautiful views. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ken5.0★May 2024

• "Excellent cottage with amazing views."

  Nothing missing or lacking from the cottage. Very peaceful and comfortable.

  Thank you so much for your kind words and perfect 5-star rating! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and found the cottage to be clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Mar 2024

• "Fantastic place to stay!"

  The views from nearly every room out to the sea were breathtaking, the kitchen was comfortable and well-equipped, and the proximity to town was convenient. Pulling onto the road was slightly blind and a little tricky, but we didn’t have any issues. Additionally, one bathroom was difficult for our group, but we knew to expect that from the listing. It was such an enjoyable and beautiful cottage that was clean and bright.

  Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review of your stay at the Cottage, Trey. I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed the breathtaking views, comfortable kitchen, and convenient location. A seaside escape is all about relaxation, and I'm glad the Cottage provided a beautiful and bright space for you to unwind. I completely understand your point about the driveway exit being a bit tricky. Even with the wide gates and traffic mirror, it can be a blind spot. That's why I always recommend, whenever possible, for guests to have someone guide them out onto the road for extra safety. I'm so glad it didn't cause any problems for you during your stay. Thank you again for your kind words and feedback. I hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to the Cottage one day! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Trey4.7★Mar 2024

• "The cottage was exactly as described online, indeed in real life it exceeded our expectations."

  The Welcome Pack is a nice gesture. The location right on the water's edge, with full views of Dundrum Bay and St John's lighthouse flashing in the distance, is absolutely fabulous. The cottage is fully equipped for all needs and wants, and is most comfortable for relaxing and sleeping. I really can't recommend it highly enough. The full five stars in my book!

  Thank you very much for your wonderful review, Brendan. It is very much appreciated and I look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Brendan5.0★Nov 2023

• "Great location."

  Lots of local amenities and attractions Lovely comfy well equipped cottage, welcome pack much appreciated Happy to recommend and will return,

  Stephen, thank you so much for your glowing review! I'm so glad you enjoyed the cottage's location, amenities, and comfort. I hope to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★Oct 2023

• "This has been one of the best places we have stayed."

  The location is amazing and, for us, the property was like a home. We felt settled within minutes of arriving. Everything was where we would have expected it to be and nothing was missing.

  Thank you so much for this lovely review, Russell. It means a lot to know that you felt the cottage was like a home away from home and I hope you will visit again soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Russell5.0★Oct 2023

• "We enjoyed a wonderful week at Rocklea Seaside Cottage."

  Whatever the weather, the view over the sea is stunning. The cottage is warm and comfortable to just sit and relax, but there are many places of interest to visit within a short travelling distance. Thank you Mary for the kind and thoughtful welcome pack and your helpful advice. We look forward to planning a return visit.

  Thank you, Peter, for your wonderful feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage, especially the sea view. The local area has something to offer everyone, so I hope you'll visit again soon! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Sep 2023

• "An absolutely beautiful stay in a charming cottage."

  A huge thanks to the owner for the welcome package and her care in general towards us. The cottage is set against the backdrop of the open sea,beautiful sunrises and amazing wildlife. Highly recommended stay.

  Dear Gloria, thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you and I hope that you will visit again soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gloria5.0★Sep 2023

• "Some areas of the cottage were dusty and in one bedroom we found some ones under pants and socks in a drawer."

  Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I'm sorry to hear that some areas of the cottage were dusty and that you found some clothes in a drawer. I take guest satisfaction very seriously, and I apologize that your experience didn't meet your expectations. I've asked my cleaning crew to be more thorough in their cleaning, and I've also instructed them to remove any personal belongings from the bedrooms before guests arrive. I hope you'll give me another chance to host you in the future. I've made some changes to the cleaning procedures, and I'm confident that you'll have a much better experience next time. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Frank3.1★Aug 2023

• "We had a lovely relaxing holiday at your cottage."

  The welcome pack was really nice, everything was clean and the towels were so soft, gorgeous hotel quality. We would definitely recommend this very welcoming, homely cottage with amazing views. Suzanne

  Thank you for your lovely comments. I take pride in making sure guests have a comfortable and enjoyable holiday, so it means a lot to hear that you were happy with everything and would recommend the cottage to others. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Suzanne5.0★Aug 2023

• "We loved our stay here and would definitely go back."

  Perfect location with stunning views. Comfy beds and pillows. Kitchen has everything we needed and there was a lovely welcome package. Great communication throughout.

  Thank you for your wonderful feedback. It means a lot to me to know that you had a great stay. I hope you'll come back and visit us again soon! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan4.7★Jul 2023

• "Lovely well equipped cottage with fabulous sea views."

  Would highly recommend.

  Thank you for your lovely review. I'm so glad that you enjoyed your stay and found the cottage to be well-equipped and with fabulous sea views. it is certainly a very special place and it is always rewarding to hear positive feedback from guests. I am delighted that you would highly recommend the cottage to others. This is the highest compliment you could give, and I'm grateful for your support. I hope that you will visit again soon. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kevin5.0★Jul 2023

• "A wonderful seaside cottage offering excellent facilities with a helpful and accommodating host."

  Spectacular views but access to the sea is not really possible from the property as the coastline at this point is steep and rocky.

  Thank you for your lovely feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. The panoramic views across Dundrum Bay are certainly spectacular but the coastline is steep and rocky at points. For this reason, the rock pools and waterfall are best admired from a safe distance; even experienced wild swimmers wearing aqua shoes with grip find them tricky to exit. A much safer option is the slipway at Newcastle Harbour (just one mile from the cottage) where sea swimmers meet most mornings. In addition, there are picturesque, sandy beaches nearby at Murlough and Minerstown that are ideal for open-water beginners. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Russell5.0★Jun 2023

• "The owner was there to greet us and the Welcome box was magnificent."

  She did research on local music events which were perfect!

  Thank you so much for your lovely comments and I am so pleased that you enjoyed the local music scene! I really hope to be able to welcome you again in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Francis5.0★Apr 2023

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