Home exchange and house swap holiday accommodation in Strangford, Strangford, Down
We are a retired couple with 3 children who all live away from home. Being retired means we are totally flexible re travel dates. We have been running a self catering accommodation business in Strangford since 1996 and we both enjoy meeting guests from all over the globe. We enjoy walking and travelling.
#17136
Jul 2017
Located in the idyllic village of Strangford, Number 42 is a listed building and self catering property that accommodates up to 5 people. The accommodation has been extensively renovated in 2009. There is a large south facing rear garden which is fully enclosed with an old stone wall including lockable gates. This is ideal for children as they can play without having to leave the premises giving Mum & Dad a well deserved break! There is also ample room to park your car at the bottom of the garden. Along with this there is a BBQ and garden furniture for your use. The house is has a fully fitted kitchen with fridge/ freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, CD player, unlimited wifi, Sony smart 40inch TV, DVD player, bed linen, towels and oil central heating provided, wood burning stove. Large south facing rear garden with secure off road parking.
House
Heating, Bath, Internet, Wifi, TV, DVD, Stereo, Open Fireplace, Dishwasher, Coffee machine, Microwave, Washing Machine
Cot, Highchair, Toys
Garden Yard, BBQ
Anywhere
Yes
Yes
Simultaneous, Non-simultaneous
Short term (1-4 wks), Medium term (1-3 mths)
No
Christmas, Easter
Children Welcome, No Smoking
Sea change, Foodie indulgence, Cultural indulgence, Romantic
Shopping, Golf, Tennis, Horse Racing, Water Slides, Biking, Hiking, Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Windsurfing, Jet Skiing
Cafes, Restaurants, Cinema, Pubs/Bars, Live Music, Art Gallery, Museum, Historical Sites, Public Library, Farmer's markets, Aquarium, Parks, Playing Fields
s Number 42 is situated in the village of Strangford you are within walking distance of shops, bars, restaurants and the harbour with its ferry service to Portaferry. Being so close to the village means that you can enjoy a night out and leave the car at home - safe and sound in the secure parking at the rear of the garden!
About Strangford
Boats in Strangford Lough Harbour
It's hard to believe that Strangford was once situated on the equator. Of course, this was 5-million years ago!! The deposits laid down then and since have shaped the scenery around Strangford into an area of outstanding natural which you will see and enjoy today.
Within 1 mile from Number 42 is Castleward which is the home of Winterfell from the HBO series Game of Thrones. A National Trust Property set in 332-hectare (820-acre) walled demesne is in a stunning location overlooking Strangford Lough.
Downpatrick, approx 7 miles from Number 42. is the burial place of the Ireland's Patron Saint. Visit the The St Patrick Centre which is a new and exciting interpretative exhibition which tells the fascinating story of Ireland's Patron Saint.
Bakery, Convenience Store, Pharmacy
Belfast (35kms)
Belfast (35/40kms)
Note: The location shown on the map is approximate only.
There are 5 endorsements for this house swap member:
So pleased you enjoyed your stay in both apartments Paul and Claire ❣️ Very excited to check out your neck of the woods in Strangford Ireland in July 🌻
Sally from Bunbury WA (Apr 2024)
Claire and Paul stayed at our Tuross Head Beach vacation home in February.They were fantastic to communicate with and left the house spotlessly clean.We were fortunate enough to meet them in Goulburn whilst they were on route to Tuross and we look forward to our 2024 UK trip where we can visit Strangford! Naomi and Mal
Naomi and Malcolm from Tuross Head NSW 2537 NSW (Mar 2023)
We were pleased to have our new Northern Ireland friends here for the past week. A very cheerful couple. It was good that they could bring their family and friends with them. They left the house in excellent condition, and we have no hesitation in recommended them for future exchanges.
Alan & Maree from West Launceston TAS (Feb 2020)
We were fortunate to be able to stay at Paul and Claire's wonderful house in Strangford Village for 4 nights recently. A conversation was initiated on short notice to discuss the possibilities of an exchange, and even though Claire and Paul were out of the Country themselves at that time, they were very responsive and easy to communicate with. Their house was very comfortable indeed. Very private and well located in town. Paul called in for a chat on the last day so we had the opportunity to meet in person and discuss the future reciprocal exchange arrangements. Thanks Paul and Claire, we look forward to meeting again.
Terry and Ann from Brunswick VIC (Jul 2019)
Paul and Claire were absolutely first class guests in our home. They took great care of the cottage, were very friendly and left everything in immaculate order. Highly recommend them to other house swappers.
Gail from St Andrews Beach VIC (Feb 2018)
