Old meets new in this beautiful property! The original part of the cottage dates back to 1860. It was extended in 2015 to include a large annex with its own kitchen and living area which enjoys fabulous views to a large country garden with a jungle gym and the fields beyond. Get ready to put up your feet and enjoy this peaceful haven! The property has 2 living rooms, 2 kitchens and 4 bedrooms so plenty of space to spread out! Optional use of wood fired hot tub for an additional charge. Rose Cottage is located on a street of stone cottages on the edge of the small historic village of Greyabbey, opposite the beautiful 12th century Cistercian Abbey with its stunning parkland and the pretty St Saviours Church. It is dog friendly (no charge for your beloved pooch!) and approved by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board. Old meets new in this unique property! In the original part of the cottage there is a characterful living room with original beams, sash windows and an open fire. There is a spacious kitchen and a large double bedroom with ensuite shower room. From the old part of the cottage you can access three further bedrooms (one king, one double, one single) a large family bathroom with free-standing bath and walk-in shower and a further large, bright open plan living, kitchen and dining room with views on to a lovely, spacious garden equipped with a jungle gym and tyre swing! It is a fabulous, family-friendly space with a comfy sofa, smart TV, free wifi and underfloor heating. There is a small electric stove for ambiance. The cottage has all modern conveniences including wifi, a small utility room with a washing machine and dryer, vacuum cleaner, steam mop, iron and ironing board. It total we can accommodate 7 guests (we also have a sofa bed which can sleep one adult or two children). With two living areas and kitchens, there’s plenty of space to spread out! It is only a short walk into the village which has a small convenience store, award-winning butchers, great coffee shops, award winning restaurants and a range of vintage/antique shops perfect for a peruse. The annex is within easy walking distance of the abbey, local park, convenience store, boutique shops and restaurants. The fabulous wedding venue, Orange Tree House, is less than 10 minutes walk. Guests can enjoy the entire property, beautiful garden and jungle gym (young children should be supervised at all times in the garden). There is parking for the cottage in the church car park across the way (permission for our guests has been granted by Greyabbey Estates). The cottage has all modern conveniences including wifi, a small utility room with a washing machine and dryer, vacuum cleaner, steam mop, iron and ironing board. It total we can accommodate 7 guests (we also have a sofa bed which can sleep one adult or two children). With two living areas and kitchens, there’s plenty of space to spread out! It is only a short walk into the village which has a small convenience store, award-winning butchers, great coffee shops, award winning restaurants and a range of vintage/antique shops perfect for a peruse. The annex is within easy walking distance of the abbey, local park, convenience store, boutique shops and restaurants. The fabulous wedding venue, Orange Tree House, is less than 10 minutes walk. Guests can enjoy the entire property, beautiful garden and jungle gym (young children should be supervised at all times in the garden). There is parking for the cottage in the church car park across the way (permission for our guests has been granted by Greyabbey Estates). The Village.... Greyabbey “Greba”, the gateway to Ards Peninsula, is renowned for its wonderful 12th century Cistercian Abbey set in beautiful parkland. The village has a number of historic buildings and a selection of antique and vintage shops (open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday). The excellent restaurants of Olive by Cafollas, Alchemy and Wildfowler Inn (dog friendly) are within a few minutes walk. The village also has some excellent coffee shops (be sure to try Lekker, Alchemy and Hoops) as well as a convenience store “Vivo” with everything you need for a short stay. There is also an excellent farm shop and deli “Angus Farm Shop”. A small play park is just around the corner. The cottage is less than 10 minutes walk to the popular wedding venue, Orange Tree House. For additional provisions, the large supermarket of Tesco is just 10 minutes drive away in the town of Newtownards Nearby Attractions.... The stunning National Trust properties at Mount Stewart and Castleward are close by. Mount Stewart is renowned for its stunning house and gardens. It also has fabulous walking trails, a coffee and gift shop and an outdoor woodland adventure park. There are many popular events throughout the year including jazz concerts and vintage fairs. It is less than 5 minutes drive from the cottage. Castleward is the spot for Game of Thrones fans renowned as Winterfell! Just drive to Portaferry (20 minutes) and take the short, scenic ferry to Strangford. Strangford Lough, a beautiful marine nature reserve, is a designated area of 'outstanding natural beauty' perfect for taking to the water or enjoying scenic walks. There are opportunities for horse riding, fishing, birdwatching and sailing all within a few miles of the village. Less than 5 minutes drive is the village of Ballywalter which has a stunning beach to enjoy. You can also drive along Belfast Lough to the picturesque town of Donaghadee (15 minutes away) with its lovely harbour, lighthouse, coffee shops, seafood restaurants and recently opened Copeland Distillery. The town of Bangor (20 minutes away) has a large marina, great selection of shops and a large marina with “Pickie Park” popular with young children for its train ride, miniature golf and giant swan rides. Castle Espie a bird sanctuary run by the Wildlife and Wetlands Trust is within easy reach for a days outing and has a great outdoor adventure park. The Ulster Flying club at Newtownards Airport (7 miles) offers pleasure flights down the lough. We also recommend a visit to the pretty National Trust village of Kearney, just outside Portaferry (great for rock pooling). Other Attractions.... All the major attractions of Northern Ireland are accessible including Belfast just 30 minutes away with the award-winning attraction the “Titanic Centre”, HMS Belfast, Cathedral Quarter, Crumlin Gaol, an array of historic buildings and a multitude of shops and restaurants in Victoria Square. The Mourne Mountains are less than 50 minutes drive and the North Coast with the Giants Causeway, 1.5 hours drive. It is a superb location for a family holiday as you have a wealth of options to chose from - a fabulous long sandy beach, play parks, Portaferry aquarium “Exploris”, petting farms, play cafes, adventure playgrounds, canoeing and windsurfing to name but a few! The cottage is equally suited to a romantic getaway or family holiday. Although it is possible to get a bus to Greyabbey from Belfast, we highly recommend car hire to enjoy all that this beautiful area has to offer.