Places to see and visit.
Sightseeing
Fantastic walks, childrens play park, fairy walk, cafe and coffee shop. Mountain drivethat will show case beautiful scenic views. Stop off at the car park mid way and take the mountain path to the mountain lake, i recommend bringing a jacket as even on a good day it is quite windy and cool, Well worth the hike though. not suitable for very small children.
49 locals recommend
Slieve Gullion Forest Park
89 Drumintee RdFantastic walks, childrens play park, fairy walk, cafe and coffee shop. Mountain drivethat will show case beautiful scenic views. Stop off at the car park mid way and take the mountain path to the mountain lake, i recommend bringing a jacket as even on a good day it is quite windy and cool, Well worth the hike though. not suitable for very small children.
Formally known as bells castle, this castle was beautifully restored a few years ago. A luxury hotel was also built on this site, with lovely garden and forest paths , adjacent to Slieve Gullion Park. It has a walled garden and cafe on the grounds. you will also get to see their herd of long horn cattle , sheep, great danes , donkey and watch out for the peacocks who parade around the gardens. property is located about 3/5 mins drive to the Castle so perfect for anyone seeking accommodation for attending weddings and functions.
7 locals recommend
Killeavy Castle Estate
12 Ballintemple RdFormally known as bells castle, this castle was beautifully restored a few years ago. A luxury hotel was also built on this site, with lovely garden and forest paths , adjacent to Slieve Gullion Park. It has a walled garden and cafe on the grounds. you will also get to see their herd of long horn cattle , sheep, great danes , donkey and watch out for the peacocks who parade around the gardens. property is located about 3/5 mins drive to the Castle so perfect for anyone seeking accommodation for attending weddings and functions.
The house was named because of its direct view on Roche Castle. apx 4 miles in a car.
Castle Roche (Irish: Dún Gall) is a Norman castle located some 10 km (7 miles) north-west of Dundalk, County Louth, Ireland. It was the seat of the de Verdun family (also spelt de Verdon), who built the castle in 1236 AD. [1]
Castle Roche
It is built upon a large rocky outcrop and commands extensive views of the surrounding country. Together with a deep moat, its strong walls rendered it virtually impregnable. A secret passage once connected the castle to a round tower outpost.
St. Ronan's Well lies nearby.
7 locals recommend
Castle Roche
The house was named because of its direct view on Roche Castle. apx 4 miles in a car.
Castle Roche (Irish: Dún Gall) is a Norman castle located some 10 km (7 miles) north-west of Dundalk, County Louth, Ireland. It was the seat of the de Verdun family (also spelt de Verdon), who built the castle in 1236 AD. [1]
Castle Roche
It is built upon a large rocky outcrop and commands extensive views of the surrounding country. Together with a deep moat, its strong walls rendered it virtually impregnable. A secret passage once connected the castle to a round tower outpost.
St. Ronan's Well lies nearby.
Devoted to St Brigid, one of our national patrons, the site is of ancient origin and would seem to have begun during her lifetime. Brigid's cult grew to a status second only to that of Patrick, and to the Irish she was known as Mary of the Gael. According to tradition, Brigid was born at Fochard Muirtheimne, a few miles north of Dundalk about 450 AD. Because of the strength of this tradition, the place was later known as Fochard Bríde.
Even as a young girl she evinced an interest for a religious life and took the veil in her youth from St. Macaille at Croghan and probably was professed by St. Mel of Armagh, who is believed to have conferred abbatial authority on her.
Brigid was one of the most remarkable women of her times, and despite the numerous miracles attributed to her, there is no doubt that her extraordinary spirituality, boundless charity, and compassion for those in distress was real. She died at Kildare on February 1. She is buried at Downpatrick with St. Columba and St. Patrick, with whom she is the patron of Ireland.
It is a tradition to make St. Brigids Crosses on her feast day, February 1st, and there are many rituals associated with the making of the crosses. It is traditionally believed that a St. Brigid's Cross protects the house from fire and evil. It is hung in many kitchens for this purpose.
Today pilgrims visit Fochard Bríde (Faughart) daily and public pilgrimages are held during the year.
St Brigid's Shrine
Devoted to St Brigid, one of our national patrons, the site is of ancient origin and would seem to have begun during her lifetime. Brigid's cult grew to a status second only to that of Patrick, and to the Irish she was known as Mary of the Gael. According to tradition, Brigid was born at Fochard Muirtheimne, a few miles north of Dundalk about 450 AD. Because of the strength of this tradition, the place was later known as Fochard Bríde.
Even as a young girl she evinced an interest for a religious life and took the veil in her youth from St. Macaille at Croghan and probably was professed by St. Mel of Armagh, who is believed to have conferred abbatial authority on her.
Brigid was one of the most remarkable women of her times, and despite the numerous miracles attributed to her, there is no doubt that her extraordinary spirituality, boundless charity, and compassion for those in distress was real. She died at Kildare on February 1. She is buried at Downpatrick with St. Columba and St. Patrick, with whom she is the patron of Ireland.
It is a tradition to make St. Brigids Crosses on her feast day, February 1st, and there are many rituals associated with the making of the crosses. It is traditionally believed that a St. Brigid's Cross protects the house from fire and evil. It is hung in many kitchens for this purpose.
Today pilgrims visit Fochard Bríde (Faughart) daily and public pilgrimages are held during the year.
A 20 min drive from this property, carlingford is a lovely scenic costal village with lots of historic and scenic walks, pubs and restautants, providing lots of activity for both the young and the not so young...
Carlingford Adventure Centre offer an extensive range of exciting land & water based activities, ideal for holidays in Ireland.
They provide outdoor pursuits and activity holidays for kids and adults. The ethos of the centre is to offer fun and challenging activities in a safe and friendly environment.
Activities include:
Foot Golf | Skypark | Laser Combat | Kayaking | Crystal Maze | Ziptopia | Skypark Junior | Rock Climbing | Water Trampolene | Archery | Raft Building | Hill Walking | Canoeing | Stand Up Paddle|
28 locals recommend
Carlingford Adventure Centre
Tholsel StreetA 20 min drive from this property, carlingford is a lovely scenic costal village with lots of historic and scenic walks, pubs and restautants, providing lots of activity for both the young and the not so young...
Carlingford Adventure Centre offer an extensive range of exciting land & water based activities, ideal for holidays in Ireland.
They provide outdoor pursuits and activity holidays for kids and adults. The ethos of the centre is to offer fun and challenging activities in a safe and friendly environment.
Activities include:
Foot Golf | Skypark | Laser Combat | Kayaking | Crystal Maze | Ziptopia | Skypark Junior | Rock Climbing | Water Trampolene | Archery | Raft Building | Hill Walking | Canoeing | Stand Up Paddle|
This is a short ferry from Greenore to Greencastle. Check out www.carlingfordferry.com for sailing times and bookings.
Discover the myths and legends of the iconic Carlingford Lough and explore the scenic route between Dublin and Belfast with a journey onboard Carlingford Lough Ferry.
Located midway between Dublin and Belfast, Carlingford Lough Ferry connects the dramatic Cooley Peninsula at the beginning of Ireland’s Ancient East in the Republic of Ireland with the majestic Mountains of Mourne, the gateway to Northern Ireland.
15 locals recommend
Carlingford Lough Ferry
This is a short ferry from Greenore to Greencastle. Check out www.carlingfordferry.com for sailing times and bookings.
Discover the myths and legends of the iconic Carlingford Lough and explore the scenic route between Dublin and Belfast with a journey onboard Carlingford Lough Ferry.
Located midway between Dublin and Belfast, Carlingford Lough Ferry connects the dramatic Cooley Peninsula at the beginning of Ireland’s Ancient East in the Republic of Ireland with the majestic Mountains of Mourne, the gateway to Northern Ireland.
activity
Attraction Information
Do you and your kids love excitement? There is no better place to get your adrenaline fix than at East Coast Adventure. Take the family on everything from Banana Boating to Pier Jumping or even just introduce them to the great outdoors!
Get ready for the flight of your life on the Banana Boats, see who in the family can stay on until the end! If you still crave a little more excitement head out on the Jet Skis, feel the wind whoosh through your hair as you race the rest of the family through the water.
For something slightly more adventurous, explore the centre on mountain bikes. Race around Kilbroney Forest Park and see what wildlife you can spot on your travels! If you simply wish to explore the beauty of the park, take the family for an orienteering adventure and get active while you navigate your way through the trees to stunning views of the lake.
Extreme Sports
Jet Ski Adventures
Mountain Bike trails
10 locals recommend
East Coast Adventure Centre Northern Ireland
34 Lower Knockbarragh RdAttraction Information
Do you and your kids love excitement? There is no better place to get your adrenaline fix than at East Coast Adventure. Take the family on everything from Banana Boating to Pier Jumping or even just introduce them to the great outdoors!
Get ready for the flight of your life on the Banana Boats, see who in the family can stay on until the end! If you still crave a little more excitement head out on the Jet Skis, feel the wind whoosh through your hair as you race the rest of the family through the water.
For something slightly more adventurous, explore the centre on mountain bikes. Race around Kilbroney Forest Park and see what wildlife you can spot on your travels! If you simply wish to explore the beauty of the park, take the family for an orienteering adventure and get active while you navigate your way through the trees to stunning views of the lake.
Extreme Sports
Jet Ski Adventures
Mountain Bike trails
located at the foot of Slieve Gullion mountain. this well renowned cycle shop, hires out bikes if you fancy a day cycling. check out Ring of gullion cycles for more information..
Ring of Gullion cycle hire ltd
140 Drumintee Rdlocated at the foot of Slieve Gullion mountain. this well renowned cycle shop, hires out bikes if you fancy a day cycling. check out Ring of gullion cycles for more information..
Mountain Bike Trails powered by Chain Reaction Cycles offer some challenging mountain biking where efforts are rewarded with incredible coastal views and exhilarating singletrack descents.
With a mouth watering 27km red trail and a hair raising 19km black trail Rostrevor is believed by many to be the top spot for mountain biking in Ireland.
When you add not just one but two purpose-built downhill trails to the mix, there’s no denying it… Rostrevor is a mountain bikers’ haven!
17 locals recommend
Rostrevor
Mountain Bike Trails powered by Chain Reaction Cycles offer some challenging mountain biking where efforts are rewarded with incredible coastal views and exhilarating singletrack descents.
With a mouth watering 27km red trail and a hair raising 19km black trail Rostrevor is believed by many to be the top spot for mountain biking in Ireland.
When you add not just one but two purpose-built downhill trails to the mix, there’s no denying it… Rostrevor is a mountain bikers’ haven!
If you fancy a swin thuz is located in Dundalk on Alphonsis road, 5 miles from this location. very clean and bright, Swimming hat requied, if you have none they sell them in there.
Aura Dundalk Leisure Centre
Saint Alphonsus RoadIf you fancy a swin thuz is located in Dundalk on Alphonsis road, 5 miles from this location. very clean and bright, Swimming hat requied, if you have none they sell them in there.
A great way to spend a few hours of fun, once you re not afraid of heights. There's still plenty to do however, get more information on their web page. Just type in Skypark, Carlingford. 20 minute drive from this location.
18 locals recommend
Skypark
Dundalk RoadA great way to spend a few hours of fun, once you re not afraid of heights. There's still plenty to do however, get more information on their web page. Just type in Skypark, Carlingford. 20 minute drive from this location.
recreational
located in the nearest town of Dundalk, only 5 miles from the property, with all the popular shops to spend a few hours in.
12 locals recommend
Marshes Shopping Centre station
River Lanelocated in the nearest town of Dundalk, only 5 miles from the property, with all the popular shops to spend a few hours in.
Great evening out for families of all ages, options to book tables in the restaurant for dinner and if you fancy a little flutter there are plenty of staff on hand to place your bet for you.
bookings@dundalkstadium.com Tel:(+353) 42 933 4438 All-Weather Horse & Greyhound Racing Ireland's only floodlit all-weather horse track and the world's only dual purpose horse and greyhound track. A superb day & night out!
11 locals recommend
Dundalk Stadium
Racecourse RoadGreat evening out for families of all ages, options to book tables in the restaurant for dinner and if you fancy a little flutter there are plenty of staff on hand to place your bet for you.
bookings@dundalkstadium.com Tel:(+353) 42 933 4438 All-Weather Horse & Greyhound Racing Ireland's only floodlit all-weather horse track and the world's only dual purpose horse and greyhound track. A superb day & night out!
Activity, food, recreational.
5 miles from this property. Great for shopping, plenty of places to eat, relax with a lovely pint of Guinness, glass of wine, or whatever you fancy. Lots of things to do and see, i would recommend checking out what Dundalk has to offer.
15 locals recommend
Dundalk
5 miles from this property. Great for shopping, plenty of places to eat, relax with a lovely pint of Guinness, glass of wine, or whatever you fancy. Lots of things to do and see, i would recommend checking out what Dundalk has to offer.
A great bar, restaurant and takeaway located in Meigh village. 5 Miles from this property. Serves european and chinese food, while also has a takeaway providing the usual burgers, chinese and pizzas. Phone 30848789 or for takeaway 30848090. You can check out their activity on their facebook page.
6 locals recommend
Johnny Murphy's Restaurant Carpark
2 Railway RdA great bar, restaurant and takeaway located in Meigh village. 5 Miles from this property. Serves european and chinese food, while also has a takeaway providing the usual burgers, chinese and pizzas. Phone 30848789 or for takeaway 30848090. You can check out their activity on their facebook page.
Located about 20 minutes from the property. A great place to visit during your stay. I recommend internet search to see all this port town has to offer.
Warrenpoint (Irish: An Pointe) is a small port town and civil parish in County Down, Northern Ireland. It sits at the head of Carlingford Lough, south of Newry, and is separated from the Republic of Ireland by a narrow strait. The town is beside the village of Rostrevor and is overlooked by the Mournes and Cooley Mountains. Warrenpoint sprang up within the townland of Ringmackilroy (from Irish Rinn Mhic Giolla Ruaidh 'McIlroy's point'), and is locally nicknamed "The Point".
20 locals recommend
Warrenpoint
Located about 20 minutes from the property. A great place to visit during your stay. I recommend internet search to see all this port town has to offer.
Warrenpoint (Irish: An Pointe) is a small port town and civil parish in County Down, Northern Ireland. It sits at the head of Carlingford Lough, south of Newry, and is separated from the Republic of Ireland by a narrow strait. The town is beside the village of Rostrevor and is overlooked by the Mournes and Cooley Mountains. Warrenpoint sprang up within the townland of Ringmackilroy (from Irish Rinn Mhic Giolla Ruaidh 'McIlroy's point'), and is locally nicknamed "The Point".
This is the nearest city to this property, has all the usual shops, bars and restaurants that you would expect. Cinema is located in the Quays shopping mall. Apx 6 miles from property.
21 locals recommend
Newry
This is the nearest city to this property, has all the usual shops, bars and restaurants that you would expect. Cinema is located in the Quays shopping mall. Apx 6 miles from property.
A Fun day out with the family.
This is a bit of a journey from the property. apx 1 hour drive. It is located just outside Ashbourne in Co Meath. If you have the time and want a great day out with the family, I strongly recommend a visit to this place. It is a great day out, amusement park, roller coaster, water ride, animal park, restaurants and kids play park.. You may need to book in advance so check out their web page. Just type in Tayto park.
58 locals recommend
Tayto Park
This is a bit of a journey from the property. apx 1 hour drive. It is located just outside Ashbourne in Co Meath. If you have the time and want a great day out with the family, I strongly recommend a visit to this place. It is a great day out, amusement park, roller coaster, water ride, animal park, restaurants and kids play park.. You may need to book in advance so check out their web page. Just type in Tayto park.