38 Shimna Road Newcastle, Co Down, Newcastle, BT33 0EE, United Kingdom
#4 of 7 hotels in Newcastle
Guests' ChoiceBased on 18 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 21 August 2023
Moira
United KingdomJust one little thing. The fireplace is not operational but the house is very warm and the heating was very generous
Very homely with fantastic comfortable beds and good quality bedding and towels! Super outdoor space off bright and airy kitchen/dining room. Lovely wine and cake as welcome gift!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 June 2023
Douglas
United KingdomNothing
The Hosts We met both hosts 1st day. They were very friendly and welcoming. They kept in touch without being intrusive if we needed them over our stay. The House The house was large and very comfortable, it has been the hosts home for a number of years and is tastefully decorated & has all the facilities you need for an extremely comfortable & enjoyable stay. The garden is very pleasant too with mountain views. The location is also great as you are within a few minutes walk of everything you need.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 15 April 2023
Kevin
United KingdomThe location of the property was perfect and the house was very comfortable and roomy. Some excellent original features, large kitchen and it was even warm enough to enjoy the garden. We will be sure to return.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 6 July 2022
Anthony
AustraliaShowers difficult to adjust and relatively weak. Address a little misleading. Add park in Shima lane where house entrance is.
Great house. Self contained and well furnished. Luxury features. Owner left some extras, wine, bread, jam and butter. Suggest a little milk and shampoo would add to that.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 15 February 2022
Barbara
United Kingdomonly one half of the oven worked - not a huge issue with what we were cooking but would of been a problem if I had wanted to cook a big Sunday lunch
Lovely old house with character and very comfy beds.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 31 January 2022
Kellyann
United KingdomThe house was absolutely fantastic everything was spotlessly clean and the little touches like bathrobes in all the rooms was really appreciated. Our hosts were very welcoming and couldn't have been more helpful. We will definitely be booking again
Stayed in January 2022
Reviewed: 31 December 2021
Celene
IrelandLovely old period house tastefully decorated.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 25 October 2021
Fiona
IrelandBeautiful house and super comfy beds. Hosts were wonderful and and very welcoming even though we arrived late. Apologies again. Great location. Would go back again in a heartbeat.
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 22 September 2021
David
United KingdomLovely and clean apartment with fantastic hosts. Located in Newcastle with views of the Mountains of Mourne. A superb view to wake up to every morning. Can't really fault the Grey Heron Townhouse.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 30 August 2021
Majella
United KingdomA beautiful, well equipped home with all you could need for your stay and with an excellent location just moments from the beach and the main street’s shops, restaurants and cafes.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 13 August 2021
Nikki
United KingdomWe had a fantastic holiday at Grey Heron Townhouse. The house and garden are beautiful and location is excellent. Liz was so welcoming and full of great ideas about where to visit, we will definitely be back !!
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 31 July 2021
Michaela
United KingdomA Beautiful home.A very personable experience. Excellent location. So we'll equipped with everything you would need. Liz and John are great hosts. Would highly recommend!
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 19 July 2021
Jim
United KingdomJust back from a lovely 3 day break at Grey Heron. Liz was the perfect host of her fabulous property. One of the best holiday lets we have stayed in. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 2 May 2023
Brian
United KingdomThe property was advertised as a 4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom property, but it does not have 3 Bathrooms. It has one shower room with a basin but no toilet, one bathroom with no toilet, and two separate toilets (one downstairs). Having read the description on Booking.com we were expecting 3 full bathrooms (it is still advertised as such) The heating is controlled remotely, there is no way to turn it on, or adjust the temperature at the property.
The location was great, just minutes from the town centre. The beds were very big and very comfortable. The owners gave the option of having towels and bedding changed halfway through our stay.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2022
Bridget
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 2 August 2022
Margaret
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 7 July 2022
William
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in July 2022
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