Hemp Cottage

Architect designed eco house built from innovative timber frame with hemp lime walls and natural insulation materials. This cottage has featured in several magazines. Provides a healthy and relaxing get-away from the stresses of life, winter or summer. The river can be heard from the cottage. The river bank is now gated for child safety.

Generous sitting, dining, kitchen area with lots of natural light. Ample outside furniture to sit and eat on the deck or in the shared garden. Designed with level access to the cottage and a wet-room shower. Natural paints and cleaning products have been used.

2 miles from Crossgar village with pubs, cafes and excellent wine shop. 10 minutes from Strangford Lough and 30-40 minutes from best beaches. Local golf course 2 miles away. Strangford Lough, Mourne Mountains and beaches all easily accessible.

Hemp Cottage offers eco holiday living in contemporary accommodation by the river's edge. This dwelling is the perfect choice for those looking for a bit more from their holiday accommodation.

Other facilities include:

Living area with view of orchard and sliding door to veranda - wood burning stove
Dining table with 6 chairs with views of river
Orchard, herb garden & organic vegetable garden, and washing line (shared with the owners)
River & wildlife - red squirrels, kingfisher etc

Take a look at the websites irishcottagesdown.com/Cottages/Downpatrick/hempcottage.htm and bevanarchitects@btconnect.com where Hemp Cottage is featured.

Our visitors have found the cottage & surroundings very relaxing, and enjoy the "natural" aspects of he design.

Sorry no pets.
Rental days flexible by arrangement in advance.
Rooms and Units
1 x 2 Bedroom Unit (sleeps 4)

The nearest Tourist Information Centre is:

Downpatrick Tourist Information Centre

Location / Directions

Directions from Belfast:
Take the A7 southwards from Belfast to Saintfield and to Crossgar. Just before the village roundabout turn sharp right B7 signed to Ballynahinch. Go one mile and take first left down Church Road. Go down the hill and carefully over a hump-back bridge. After 30m or less take right hand turn up a concrete track. The Hemp Cottage (No.84) is immediately on your right hand. No.80 (The Owner) is further on, through traditional red gates.
Facilities for Children
  • Cot Available
  • High Chair Available
Nearby Leisure
  • Restaurant Nearby
  • Bar Nearby
Other Payments
  • Euro Accepted
Premises Facilities
  • No Smoking On Premises
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Colour TV
  • No Pets
  • Parking Available
Self Catering
  • Bed Linen Supplied
  • Washing Machine
  • Shop Nearby
  • Microwave
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Towels Supplied
  • Cooking Facilities
  • Television
  • Central Heating Included
  • Electricity Included
  • Shaver Point
  • DVD Player
  • Hairdryer
  • Private Garden
  • BBQ Facilities
  • Internet Access
  • Fridge/Freezer
  • Garden Furniture
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