The Stables At Ballyward Croft - Ardkeen
54.422811, -5.532488
Overview
Recently renovated holiday home on a working farm with an outdoor milk bath
Accommodation & Amenities
The Stables at Ballyward Croft is a recently renovated one-bedroom holiday home with a private bathroom, shared lounge, and a shared kitchen. Guests have access to an outdoor fireplace, a hot tub, and an open-air bath with homemade bath soak and salts. The property also provides sun loungers, a picnic area, and a sun terrace.
Family & Pet-Friendly Offerings
The Stables at Ballyward Croft offers a children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and board games for families. Pets are allowed, with pet baskets and pet bowls provided. Guests can also enjoy the on-site farm animals, including pygmy goats, donkeys, ducks, and chickens.
Dining & Local Produce
Breakfast can be delivered to the room, and a coffee house operates on site. The host bakes homemade sourdough bread and provides fresh eggs, Prosecco, and other treats. Homemade pizzas are available for a fee, and grocery deliveries can be arranged.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Stables at Ballyward Croft is located 40 km from Titanic Belfast and 17 km from Mount Stewart House. The property is a 5-minute drive from Portaferry, with a ferry to Strangford, and near Grey Abbey and Strangford Lough. George Best Belfast City Airport is 40 km away, and public transport tickets can be arranged.
Outdoor Experience & Relaxation
The outdoor bath is partially covered and uses chlorine-free water with goat milk and floral salts for a relaxing soak. Guests can use the BBQ facilities, outdoor furniture, and garden. The property also provides robes for the tub and free wood for the indoor stove.
- Outdoor Bath: Chlorine-free milk bath with floral salts and homemade products
- Farm Animals: Pygmy goats, donkeys, ducks, and chickens on site
- Dining: Homemade sourdough bread, fresh eggs, Prosecco, and optional pizzas
- Family: Children's playground, outdoor play equipment, and board games
- Pet-Friendly: Pet bowls, pet baskets, and secure outdoor area
- Location: 17 km from Mount Stewart House, 5 min from Portaferry ferry
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Garden view
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Shower
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Coffee machine
Essential information about The Stables At Ballyward Croft
| 💵 Lowest room price | 118 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 40.4 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | George Best Belfast City, BHD |
Location
- City landmarks
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