Duneden Cottage and Grounds

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Free WiFi

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Duneden Cottage and Grounds in Randalstown offers a villa with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a sun terrace, garden, bar, and tennis court. Free WiFi is available throughout the stay. Comfortable Amenities: Guests can enjoy a lounge, outdoor fireplace, indoor play area, and tennis equipment hire. Additional facilities include free on-site private parking, bicycle parking, barbecue facilities, and luggage storage. Convenient Location: Located 16 km from Belfast International Airport, the villa is near attractions such as Belfast Castle (33 km) and Glenariff Forest (42 km). Highly rated for its host, convenient location, and tennis facilities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

  • Tennis court

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Fishing

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Janet
Germany Germany
“Allie was there to welcome us and explain all we needed to know. Lovely welcome pack of goodies, much appreciated!Fire was laid which we enjoyed on our first evening, very cosy.”
Louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This was a wee gem of a find. Absolutely gorgeous cottage and gardens, with bbq, fireplace and lots of walks within the grounds. Ally was just lovely, so helpful and the welcome pack was a lovely touch. I'd say you do need transport to stay here....”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Privacy but access to main house gardens & grounds”
Jonathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Just the little extras Also the meet and greet by Ali What a lovely host.We had local produce for breakfast.Wheaten bread,butter.Fifteens,orange juice milk.An Abundance of things we didn’t expect.Definitely booking again.”
Asha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The interior was charming and spotless, with rustic wood finishes and a fireplace that made it feel like home. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the beds were very comfortable. We especially loved the outdoor fire pit. Wi-Fi was strong, and...”
Wendy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Thanks you sooo much Allie an amazing host in an beautiful bungalow with excellent decor, fabulous facilities and a hamper full of local produce.”
Patricia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Quality, style, peace and quiet,friendly and helpful, super clean and everything we needed and more! Even home made treats - delicious! Allie was a brilliant host, so friendly and natural. Cannot praise the place enough.”
Julia
Germany Germany
“What a gem! Our family had a wonderful time at Duneden Cottage – plenty of space to relax, explore, and connect. The little details made all the difference.”
Barry
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Allie is the most welcoming host we've ever had the good fortune to meet. She showed us around the property, made sure we had everything we needed, and gave us some good tips for things to do with our kids and dog-friendly options in Randalstown....”
Jennifer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great space, very warm & cosy with excellent modern heating but also a log burner. Everything you could need from streaming channels to bluetooth speakers. Beautiful views with minimal light pollution. They say they are dog friendly & they are!...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.9
Host review score
4 Star NITB registered, Duneden Cottage comprises of 2 spacious bedrooms, modern bathroom, compact cloakroom and large open plan living/dining area with vaulted pine ceiling & panoramic views of the fields & forest beyond. This airy, light filled space also houses a fitted kitchen with oven, hob, microwave,air-fryer, fridge freezer, washing machine & coffee machine. There is private parking and a rear paved terrace with seating & 180* views of the rolling countryside providing the perfect spot to watch the sunrise. Guests may also use their private outdoor BBQ and firepit area to relax and socialise. Or explore over six acres of private gardens & woodland, play tennis, basketball, archery or boules. Or head round to our wee sìbin for some darts and bit of craic! Imagine reclining on the daybed after a day exploring with a freshly brewed latte, drinking in the stunning view beyond...or perhaps cosying up in front of the fire, glass of wine in hand while the kids watch a movie after exploring the grounds. Duneden provides both a brilliant base to explore all Northern Ireland has to offer and a fun-filled haven to relax & unwind.
Duneden provides the perfect gateway to the whole of the North. Randalstown village, recent winner of the much coveted 'Best Kept Town in Ireland' & 'Translink Ulster in Bloom', is a mere 10min walk away past the famous Shane's Castle (featured in HBO's Game of Thrones) & under the historic Viaduct Walkway & is packed with dog-friendly cafes, pubs, cute local shops and beautiful walks. Award winning Antrim Castle Grounds, Clotworthy House and Lough Neagh Marina are 7 mins away & Belfast city 25 mins. The North Coast with the Giants Causeway, Carrick a Rede rope bridge & Dark Hedges 40mins, the stunning Glens of Antrim 40 mins & the Walled City of Derry 40 mins, Duneden truly is at the heart of it all. 3min to M2 with links to both Belfast International (15min) & George Best City airports (25min).
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Duneden Cottage and Grounds 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 00:00 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 of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Duneden Cottage and Grounds 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.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.