Featuring mountain views, Gorse Hill Glamping provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 48 km from Carlingford Castle. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the luxury tent's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. There is a seating area, a dining area and a kitchen complete with an oven, a microwave and a toaster. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Guests at the luxury tent will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newcastle, like hiking. The luxury tent has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Down Cathedral is 28 km from Gorse Hill Glamping, while The Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Saint Colman is 29 km away. George Best Belfast City Airport is 61 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location and lovely views of the mountains. Pods were really nice and really well equipped. Everything you needed!
  • Sophie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really nice owner (only met one), the facilities were great, more than expected, and clean too. They also sold us some last minute firewood. They have donkeys on site which were lovely to see in the morning. It was nice and warm and the other...
  • Brown
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Neil gave us a free upgrade to the cottage as there was a weather warning in place, we will definitely return
  • Jhaleel
    Ireland Ireland
    The view and quietness of the place. We really get to relax for short time
  • Tracey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly owner . The views of the mournes . Nice homey pod . Facilities were Good . Stayed a few times . And definitely will stay again in the future .
  • Joshua
    South Africa South Africa
    Great view, stones throw from.the Mourne mountains, good facilities & very clean, great for a weekend of cycling and walking in the hills.
  • Alexander
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The scenery, the room (pod) was really comfortable and beautifully decorated. The cute animals roaming around. The peacefulness
  • Grace
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super comfortable and cosy! Stunning views and practical, clean facilities.
  • Jo
    Ireland Ireland
    Location. Site layout. Site facilities & comfort. Friendliness of Neil. Value for money.... I could go on.
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant location, very peaceful and wonderful views!

Host Information

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score
Gorse Hill Glamping pods enjoy a priveleged position in the High Mournes with panoramic views of the mountains and down towards the coastline at Dundrum bay, as well as views towards Tollymore Forest Park.
There are plenty of activities to do within a short walk/drive of the property including mountain walking/ climbing/ mountain bike trails/ forest walks/ Newcastle town centre/ horse riding/ cycling.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gorse Hill Glamping
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Hiking

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area

Internet
No internet access available.

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

    Services

    • Luggage storage

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Gorse Hill Glamping takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 21:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:30 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 21
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the ground is uneven and sloped surrounding the pods.

    Pots and pans are provided in the kitchen.

    Cutlery, plates, bowls, glasses and cups are provided.

    And all bedding & towels are also provided.

    Please inform Gorse Hill Glamping in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Gorse Hill Glamping

    • Gorse Hill Glamping is 4.3 miles from the centre of Newcastle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Gorse Hill Glamping offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
    • Check-in at Gorse Hill Glamping is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Gorse Hill Glamping may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.