The Red Door is a well-presented four-storey house in Bangor, County Down.
Offering a welcoming base for families and friends seeking a break close to the coastline, and boasting a warming woodburning stove.
Parking the car on Hamilton Road, when you approach The Red Door, you first take in the handsome Edwardian frontage, the characterful red door hinting at the history within while the bench to the front offers a quiet place to watch the world pass by just a short step from Main Street.
Stepping inside, wooden flooring guides you towards the living and dining room, where the corner sofa settles into the space beneath soft natural light and an armchair sits close to the woodburning stove, drawing you in with its gentle warmth as the wooden dining table waits for relaxed mealtimes.
The kitchen sits just beyond, offering everything you need for preparing simple breakfasts or evening suppers in a calm and welcoming atmosphere.
Taking the first set of carpeted stairs, you reach the bathroom and separate shower room, beginning with the bathroom where a roll top bath invites long, unhurried soaking after days exploring the coast, complemented by a walk-in shower for a refreshing start to the morning, while the additional shower room nearby offers another bright space for guests to get ready.
Continuing upward, the next staircase leads to two well-arranged double bedrooms where you can unpack and settle in, before ascending the final staircase to discover the top‑floor family room with a king-size bed and an additional single, accompanied by a peaceful twin bedroom that brings flexibility for families or groups travelling together.
A short stroll from the house brings you to the train station, where regular services glide straight into Belfast in roughly the time it takes to enjoy a morning coffee, and just beyond this the ever popular seaside resort sits within walking reach, offering a simple blend of coastal air and town convenience.
Back at the property, the yard provides a sheltered spot for outdoor dining or lingering over a barbecue as the evening light fades.
Within easy reach, the wider area reveals plenty to explore.
A trip to Belmullet allows you to wander along Atlantic viewpoints where the sea stretches far into the horizon, browse small craft shops filled with handmade pieces, and enjoy cafés that offer the perfect pause after a morning outdoors.
Travelling toward Ballina, you can follow riverside paths where the water moves steadily beside you, explore heritage sites that uncover stories of the region’s past, and settle into welcoming eateries that line the heart of the town.
Further afield, Castlebar offers museums that bring local history to life, peaceful parkland ideal for unhurried strolls, and boutique shops that make browsing a pleasure before returning to your warm and inviting base.
With its characterful setting, thoughtful layout and appealing surroundings, The Red Door offers a memorable retreat for discovering the charm of this part of Ireland.