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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets: No
Features
- Hot tub
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
29 Customer Reviews
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"Fantastic hot tub experience and lovely and warm in the cottage."
The welcome pack was really appreciated. Everything perfect. Thank you
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"The cottage is in a fabulous location."
Near to so many beautiful places to visit. The 11 miles beech down the road. Everything is accessible. The cottage is well equipped, very clean, beds exceptionally comfortable. Met the owners both lovely wanted to check everything was fine. We loved the cottage and the location made the stay just perfect.
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"We enjoyed our stay at the Old Shop."
It was a very well presented holiday cottage, very clean and well equipped. It was good to be able to contact the owners easily and great to meet you when you dropped by. We very much enjoyed using the hot tub after our days of adventure on beaches and walks on the coast; it was in good condition, easy to use and with a great view over the surrounding countryside. We were pleased to find that an indoor dining table has now also been added. This does make the living area a little tight, perhaps rearranging this space to include the indoor table as you enter the kitchen would help with this. We’d definitely consider returning and will recommend to friends and family.
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"Lovely quiet spot ideal for exploring the north coast."
The cottage was generally well appointed with lovely bathrooms and comfortable beds, but lacking a few essentials for 4 guests that the owner kindly rectified the first evening.
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"The cottage was lovely and the beds were very comfortable however we found the lack of a proper table and seating for the three of us together wasn't great and we had to bring the outside table inside so we could sit round it to play cards etc."
The hot tub was lovely after it was refreshed mid week but had not been very clean prior to this so it would be worth letting them know of your intentions to use it to ensure it is refreshed prior to your arrival.
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"The second time i have stayed at this property and I would highly recommend it, ..."
The second time i have stayed at this property and I would highly recommend it, Situated over looking Magilligan village and beyond across Lough Foyle the Donegal mountains this is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area and further afield
Thank you for choosing to stay with us again Sean. It was a pleasure to accommodate you and we are delighted that you enjoy the area. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"Old Shop Cottage is beautifully positioned and the farmer hosts who live nearby were lovely - lots of sheep to keep us company and we enjoyed the tranquility of the landscape."
Very comfortable beds indeed and perfect for a holiday destination.
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"Beautiful cottage, quiet location in countryside."
Very clean on arrival, ample parking area. Well equipped. Super view from deck/hot tub. Owners very helpful if any problem arises. Appreciated the bottle of wine & biscuits left for us! No nearby pubs or restaurants.
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"Old shop cottage is in a lovely quiet location with lovely views across to county Donegal."
Giant’s Causeway is less than 45 minutes drive and it’s about a hour to Belfast. Cottage was spotless when we arrived. The owners stopped to say hello and were very friendly. Full instructions for all appliances are provided but all are easy to use.
Thank you Martin. Delighted you enjoyed your time with us. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"The old shop cottage is absolutely beautiful."
We had the best holiday staying here The views are gorgeous, so clean and homely. Nothing was too much trouble for our hosts We have already booked in August, 5 star
Thank you James for your lovely feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your time at the cottage and we look forward to welcoming you back in August. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"Beautiful and convenient location."
Good base for visiting other coastal resorts. Perfect for peace and wonderful view. Very clean and comfortable. All mod cons. Little niggle over TV interference
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"Excellent cottage."
Rural setting but shop only a couple of miles down the road. The view from the decking and hot tub is amazing. Cottage had everything you could need. Agree that an information pack would be useful (eg regarding recycling/food waste/how washing machine works) but most other stuff is available on the internet nowadays so no stress. Beds super comfy and really appreciated the milk, wine, tea and coffee. Highly recommend and if ever back in Northern Ireland definitely stay here again.
Thank you Emma for staying with us. We would love to see you again! Jennifer. Property Owner
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"We had a lovely break at the cottage, a good base for the beach and train station."
Very peaceful and cosy.
Thanks Debbie for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"The cottage was remote but very comfortable."
Everything was very clean and in really great condition.
Thank you Andrea for your review. We are in a remote location and having a car is highly recommended. Thanks for staying with us. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"The cottage was lovely, very well-equipped and immaculate - everything seemed new!"
The situation was perfect for getting out and about around the wider area. It would have been helpful to have a file or handbook of local information, emergency numbers, instructions for equipment etc. We enjoyed a lovely week in tropical weather, so the dining area being outside was ideal for us.
Thank you for your feedback. The instruction booklets are in the kitchen cupboard. I will get this information printed and left for guests. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"Excellent stay in The Old Shop Cottage."
Superb location. Amazing cottage with everything you need. Nice touches with milk and wine in the fridge, and the basics of tea, coffee, sugar, salt and pepper. It’s the small things that count. Did I mention the jacuzzi!!, the view across the fields or the bluetooth mirror speakers in the bathrooms. Can’t recommend enough. Will be back. Thank you Owen and Jennifer.
Thanks Michael for the lovely review and positive feedback about your stay with us. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and look forward to welcoming you back. Thanks again, Jennifer. Property Owner
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"Some directions on the washer/dryer would have been helpful."
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"This cottage has a hight standard of furnishings and decor."
It was lovely to have 2 separate bathrooms. The beds were really comfy. Excellent mattresses. We brought the outside table and chairs inside as we wanted to eat at a table but this worked fine.
Thank you Alison for your positive feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to the cottage, thanks for staying with us. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"An excellently situated property with a wonderful unspoilt view from the balcony."
Very peaceful location and extremely clean. Overall, it was a perfect base to come back to after days out.
Thank you Mark for staying at the cottage and your lovely review. It was a pleasure to accommodate you. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"Old Shop Cottage was delightful."
The cottage was very clean and everything was of a high quality. It is well situated for touring the area. The owners were welcoming and helpful.
Thank you Janet for your lovely review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"The cottage is beautifully finished to a high standard, very comfortable and well equipped with loads of space for a family of 4."
It was perfect for a quiet getaway with many days out within driving distance. The owner was on hand for any needs. (Not that we had any). The highlight of our stay was looking out over the beautiful countryside from the luxury of our own hot tub. I would definitely recommend.
Thank you Doreen for your lovely review of the cottage. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. The hot tub is a special way to end the day! Thanks again, Jennifer. Property Owner
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"Our visit to the Old Shop Cottage was absolutely delightful."
A lovely warm welcome, beautiful and bright and fresh, everything you need is supplied in there and it's cosy, warm and a great outlook. Thank you.
Thanks Alan for the lovely feedback. It was a pleasure to welcome you to the cottage. Jennifer. Property Owner
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"Old Shop Cottage is a fabulous place to stay, the hot tub definitely makes it!"
Thanks Catie. We are delighted that the hot tub was a hit! Thank you for staying with us and giving such a positive review. Property Owner
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"We would like to thank the owners for letting us stay , It is a beautiful home , in a wonderful , scenic place ."
We will return again ( if available ) again thank you
Thank you John. We are delighted that you had a good experience at the cottage. It would be our pleasure if you decided to revisit. Property Owner
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"Absolutely beautiful property."
Very clean and beds very comfortable. Very quiet area but so close to everything. Perfect for a relaxing time away.
Thanks Donna. It was a pleasure to have you stay in the cottage. I am delighted that you enjoyed your time there. Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottage- finished to a high standard with all necessary amenities."
Stunning views over local countryside and of the hills beyond. Perfect location for touring both this area in Northern Ireland and crossing the River Foyle via ferry to Ireland. Lovely to come back to chill in hot tub after a busy day sightseeing.
Thank you Marie for your positive feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Property Owner
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"This property is just under a year old and with all the modern day amenities one could want."
Ideally situated for exploring the North Coast and County Donegal via the ferry at Magilligan Point this venue is perfect for a quiet and relaxing stay.
Thank you Sean. We are delighted that you chose to stay with us and that you enjoyed your time at the cottage. Property Owner
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"Excellent level of amenities - fully stocked kitchen and plenty of towels."
We really appreciated the brand new cot and high chair for our baby too. Very flexible check in and check out; it was a real help to come back for lunch before heading into our next destination. We enjoyed meeting the tiny baby lambs too!
Thanks Graeme. We are pleased that you had a good experience in our cottage. It was a pleasure to have you stay. Property Owner
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"This is a lovely cottage with fantastic views from the hot tub and a comfortable bed."
We stayed over Christmas and our hosts had decorated a tree, put a beautiful wreath on the door and left us some Christmas shortbread - thoughtful touches that were really appreciated. They were also very responsive and let us know that they were on hand if we needed anything. Thanks again for such an enjoyable stay.
Thank you Maja for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure to have you in our cottage and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Summary
- All-one-level
- Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Jack-and-Jill access to shower room, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
- Gas central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
- TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for 2 cars
- Decked area with furniture and hot tub
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 1 mile, pub 1.9 miles, beach 4.5 miles.
The property
Situated 8 miles from the rural village of Limavady, County Londonderry, is this charming single-storey holiday home, Old Shop Cottage.
Idyllically situated in the peaceful countryside of Northern Ireland and framing picturesque views towards the mountains of Donegal, Old Shop Cottage offers a lovely setting for two couples or a group of friends looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Park up on your private driveway nestled at the foot of this delightful stone-built dwelling before stepping over the threshold and entering into the light and airy open-plan living space, playing host to a well-equipped kitchen nestled alongside an elegant breakfast bar, as well as a snug sitting area where you can put your feet up and relax with a movie following a day full of adventure.
Utilize the modern amenities provided to cook up a storm and venture outside to indulge in a spot of alfresco dining on the decking before ending the day in style with a luxurious seat amongst the bubbles in the hot tub, where you can soak in the peaceful backdrop of the surrounding countryside.
As the evening grows darker, head back indoors to retire to either of the two thoughtfully laid-out bedrooms, a king-size or a double room, with the latter benefiting from access to it's own en-suite shower room, stylishly tiled throughout.
In the morning, kick-start your day with an invigorating rinse in the spacious shower enclosure situated in the contemporary shower room, with Jack-and-Jill access for convenience, before heading out to explore your surroundings.
Avid outdoor adventurers are spoilt for choice with the selection of activities available from your doorstep; cast your line and test your luck with a spot of fly fishing at Duncrun Fishing Lakes, try your hand at gliding with expert tuition available at Ulster Gliding Club, or climb to the summit of Binevenagh to discover the Celtic sea god statue that overlooks the coastline.
Jump in the car and take the short journey into the heart of Limavady where you'll find all of your local amenities such as well-stocked convenience stores, traditional country pubs and delicious takeaways, along with a host of attractions to keep you entertained, including Green Lane Museum, the Limavady Visitor Information Centre and Limavady United Football Club.
Head to the coastline of Carrowclare and follow the trail of Ballymacran along the banks of the Lough Foyle, Northern Ireland’s biggest estuary, keeping your eyes peeled for the wintering waterfowl and waders foraging on the shore, and when the tide is out, marvel at the sunken remains of the Vought Corsair, an American fighter aircraft dating back to 1944.
Explore the delights of Northern Ireland with a stay at Old Shop Cottage.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
Where you’ll be staying
LIMAVADY
Coleraine 14 miles; Derry 17 miles
Limavady is a market town in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Limavady and its surrounding settlements derive from Celtic roots, with an estimated date from around 5 CE. The town developed from a small Plantation settlement founded by Sir Thomas Phillips. In 1610 Sir Thomas Phillips was granted 13,100 acres of land at Limavady which included an O’Cahan castle. He commenced the building of the ‘Newtown of Limavady’ which was laid out in a cruciform road pattern. There are plenty of cafes, pubs and restaurants in the local area. There are five activity centres nearby, with fun and games for the whole family, as well as a multitude of leisure centres and museums. Limavady lies in the scenic Roe Valley area and the Roe Valley Country Park on the River Roe lies to the southwest of the town.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas