Featuring garden views, Ballymote Country House in Downpatrick provides accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has a wardrobe. There's a private bathroom with bath in every unit, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, units include bed linen and towels. À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with local specialities, fruit, and juice are available each morning. The area is popular for hiking, and bike rental is available at this 4-star bed and breakfast. The Belfast Empire Music Hall is 24 miles from Ballymote Country House, while The Waterfront Hall is 25 miles from the property. George Best Belfast City Airport is 27 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.2
High score for Downpatrick

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Candida
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptionally comfortable bed. Large well equipped room with quality tea and coffee and biscuits. The welcome from the owners and their friendliness was excellent.I Breakfast - wow!
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hosts were faultless Nothing was too much trouble and extremely helpful Breakfast was outstanding using local produce Limitless coffee!
  • Hamilton
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very beautiful house owners were welcoming Breakfast was freshly cooked and there was a wonderful variety. Rooms were very comfortable
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Wonderful country house and family home run as a bed and breakfast. We were the only guests staying for our 2 nights so very personal service and we were upgraded to a bigger room as travelling with our collie. Fabulous choice of breakfast served...
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Host James was a gentleman and couldn’t do enough for us. The breakfast was delicious. We really enjoyed our stay. Would love to go back.
  • Jane
    Ireland Ireland
    Lovely location Beautiful property Friendly hosts A lot to like
  • Mary
    Ireland Ireland
    Breakfast was excellent with a variety of local produce, freshly squeezed orange juice, home made preserves and bread. The cooked breakfast was delicious.
  • Marguerite
    Ireland Ireland
    The house and decor was very fitting to the overall experience of staying in a Country House. The three little Terrier Dogs offered great comfort,once they got to know that you will staying as Guests in their House.🙂🙂
  • Eadaoin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Where do I start? From the lovely welcome at the front door, the bed which moulded right into you, with such astounding comfort, the delicious breakfast; astounding surroundings and charming, genuine company. If you get a chance, get down there....
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    James proved a magnificent host. We arrived at a time which was difficult for the family but we were well served. Thank you!

Hosted by James & Nicola Manningham-Buller

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
James & Nicola Manningham-Buller
Ballymote is our 300 year old Family Home and we pride ourselves in treating you like a proper house guest. As our numerous reviews show, we offer far from the bland run of the mill B&B experience. We aim to provide a stay that is as special and distinctive as our home. On arrival we encourage you to relax and unwind in our beautiful drawing room with a cup of tea and some home-made shortbread, before a night spent in what many guests describe as the most comfortable bed of their lives! Our breakfasts promise to spoil you wholeheartedly! A feast of local produce, home-cooked by Nicola is offered in our family dining room. Hospitality is in our bones and we love the opportunity to interact with our guests. We encourage you to use our local knowledge and have maps of the local area with marked out walks and places to visit. We are happy to book restaurant dinners, visits to golf clubs and other local attractions to make your stay even more enjoyable, and completely hassle-free. As Dog Lovers ourselves, we also invite you to bring your treasured dog and the warmest welcome awaits them.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Ballymote Country House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • High chair
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Radio

Food & Drink

  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station

Front Desk Services

  • Baggage storage

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Ironing service

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBMaestroSoloCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Ballymote Country House

  • The prices at Ballymote Country House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Ballymote Country House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Bicycle rental
    • Horseback riding
  • Yes, Ballymote Country House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Ballymote Country House is from 4:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Ballymote Country House is 2.2 miles from the center of Downpatrick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Ballymote Country House include:

    • Double
    • Twin