Ivy Cottage at The Old Schoolhouse Ireland

12/01/2026

07/10/2025

Is this Ireland’s most magical autumn walk? Locals love Tollymore Forest Park in County Down ⬇️🍁

Just an hour from Belfast, Tollymore forest stretches across 1,500+ acres of woodland, rivers from the Mourne Mountains, 18th-century stone bridges, and trails beneath ancient oaks and towering redwoods.

In autumn, the forest lights up in fiery reds, golds, and ambers. Our local tip? Pack a flask and turn a walk into a picnic beneath the trees.

Save this for your next fall adventure in Ireland 🧡

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07/10/2025

Did you know that we have LIVE weaving demonstrations? 🧵 You can watch our weavers, Alison and Donna, at work in the Weaving Workshop. They use 19th-century Jacquard handlooms to weave beautiful, intricate patterns on Irish linen damask.

This is an endangered craft, and we're delighted that you – our visitors – think it's important to keep our heritage alive. Last month, one of you said it was 'So great to see these traditions being preserved'. We're always grateful for your feedback!

Open Mon to Sat, 9:30am -5pm: https://buff.ly/fwJex7u

07/10/2025

There’s no better way to start your week than with something to look forward to.

Why not book a tour of Hinch Distillery? 🍂 From rich local history to bold whiskey, every visit is an experience worth savouring.

Whether you're a curious first-timer or a seasoned enthusiast, we’re ready to welcome you.

📅 Book now via our website.

07/10/2025

🍃Ivy Cottage🍃

Cosy up on the sofa, watch a movie, read a book, watch our pet alpacas grazing just outside your window… whatever you choose to do at Ivy Cottage we promise you will make lovely memories.

Located less than 8 miles from Belfast and within easy driving distance of many of N Ireland’s favourite tourist attractions, fully equipped for a self-catering break.

And did we mention the alpacas?? 🦙 🩷

Book on Airbnb from £100 per night plus fees:

https://www.airbnb.com/h/ivycottageireland

07/10/2025

Lovely autumnal walk this morning at Montalto Estate followed by a delicious coffee in the cafe. Beautiful in every season I highly recommend a visit!

Just 15 mins drive from Ivy Cottage…

🍂 🍁 🍃 🍁 🍂

01/07/2025

06/06/2024

Our new arrival at Ivy Cottage… welcome Clover, born to mum Leia on Monday morning. Isn’t she just beautiful ❤️🦙🍀

21/02/2024

Loving this fab new coffee shop in Saintfield. Definitely add it to your list when visiting! ☕️❤️

Weekend coffee with our .cameronn ☕️✨

brews | bakes | breads all weekend long 🍞🥖🥪

•Saintfield•
Fri 9am-5pm | Sat 9am-5pm | Sun 9am-4pm

•Hillsborough•
Fri 10am-5m | Sat 9am-5pm | Sun 9am-4pm

Come catch us in either shops 👋🏽🤩🍪