The Old Schoolhouse Inn

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The Old Schoolhouse Inn

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Ballydrain, Castle Espie

Quick description

Similar to a French ‘auberge’, this inn offers an award-winning restaurant in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty by the shores of Strangford Lough, 2 minutes from Castle Espie. At the Old Schoolhouse, a friendly face, a good meal and a comfortable bed are just the ingredients needed for the businessman and weary traveller. There is a homely atmosphere throughout the inn, where a celebrated restaurant serves French-style cuisine in traditional surroundings. Situated within one of Europe’s richest areas for marine wildlife, the Old Schoolhouse Inn is also very close to Castle Espie Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre.

Room information

The Old Schoolhouse Inn has 12 en suite bedrooms, each named after an American President of Ulster descent.

Food & beverage

The restaurant is located in the old schoolhouse building, which is full of character. Highly regarded by some as the one of the best in the country, the food has a French ‘cuisine de granmére’ feel. Chef Avril cooks using traditional methods, but often experiments with new combinations of seasonal fresh produce. Both à la carte and fixed-price menus are available. Dinner is served from 19:00 each evening. Please be aware that the restaurant is closed on some evenings – contact the Old Schoolhouse before arrival to be sure.

Area information

A designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Strangford Lough is one of only 3 Marine Nature Reserves in the UK. The largest sea inlet within the British Isles, the area is a great place to spot a range of marine wildlife. Seals can often be seen on the rocks near the shore. Just 2 minutes down the road is Castle Espie Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre, which has the largest collection of ducks, geese and swans in Ireland. A beautiful 60-acre site, the wildlife can be viewed amid ponds, lakes, woodland and swampland. A 5-minute drive from the Old Schoolhouse is Nendrum Monastery; ancient ruins dating back to the 12th century. Also within reach is Mahee Island Golf Club, a 9-hole parkland course, set on an island with magnificent 360-degree views over Strangford Lough and its many islands.

Twin 55 - 75 GBP

Room Facilitie

Minibar, Shower, Bath, TV, Telephone, Radio, Toilet,

Rooms: 12 - The Old Schoolhouse Inn

Rate: ~ 55 GBP

Hotel information

General:

Parking (fee required)

Restaurant
Bar

Bar

24-Hour Front Desk
Garden

Garden

Terrace

Non-Smoking Rooms

Continental Breakfast

Rooms/Facilities for disabled guests

Free Parking

Express Check-In/Check-Out

Safety Deposit Box
Heating

Heating

Design Hotel

Luggage Storage

Breakfast Buffet

All Public and Private Spaces Non-Smoking

Activities:

Golf Course (within 3 km)
Fishing

Fishing

Massage

Library

Walking

Horse Riding

Services:

Room Service

Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Babysitting/Child Services
Laundry

Laundry

Ironing Service

Internet Services

Currency Exchange

Shoe Shine

Packed Lunches

Fax/Photocopying

Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN

Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included

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Hotel Facilities

Check In:
12:00-00:00

Check Out:
11:00-11:00

Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire The Old Schoolhouse Inn and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.

The The Old Schoolhouse Inn reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.