Nestled in the quiet countryside of South Down, The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. Set on a small holding, we have 5 rooms serving as self catering accommodation for 8 people. Rent out the barn accommodation (6 people) and add-on our Shepherd's Hut (2 people). Our barn accommodation unit offers stylish rooms with half barrel vaulted ceilings which create a spacious feel and blend modern industrial design with the cozy warmth of underfloor heating. Bedroom 1: RAIN 2 x single beds (which can be made into 1 king) hanging & storage Ensuite bathroom Bedroom 2: EMBER 2 x single beds (which can be made into 1 king) hanging & storage Ensuite bathroom Bedroom 3: MOSS 2 x single beds, hanging & storage Ensuite bathroom Rain, Ember & Moss are available to book for 6 people. Add on our Shepherd's Hut (which sleeps 2 people) for a group booking of 8. Bedrooms 4 & 5: THE HUT This is our elegant, handcrafted 20ft shepherd's hut 2 x double beds (in 2 separate rooms), hanging & storage Ensuite bathroom All bed linen & towels included. The living/communal area is a restored stone barn which features original stonework and a stunning vaulted ceiling. There is wifi in this space (please note there is no wifi in the bedrooms). There is a fully-equipped kitchen where you can whip up delicious meals to a spacious living area for unwinding, we have everything you need for a memorable stay. To help you relax, we have a selection of books, boardgames and giant Jenga for you to play. Connect with nature in our outdoor areas, we have free-ranging chickens and goats on site.

Set amid quite countryside, we are a short drive from restaurants, cafes, walks and tourist attractions: Downpatrick (11 minutes) Dundrum (12 minutes) Newcastle (19 minutes) Areas of interest include: Million Tree Wood (7 minutes) Seaforde Butterfly House (8 minutes) Tyrella Beach (12 minutes) Murlough National Reserve (13 minutes) Mourne Mountains - access from Donard Car Park (22 minutes)