Title: The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. Villa in Downpatrick with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. ![Property grounds - The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. (Downpatrick)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107320000/107318800/107318703/10ba7ea5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Books - The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. (Downpatrick)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107320000/107318800/107318703/d7a601ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. (Downpatrick)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107320000/107318800/107318703/a3968e48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. (Downpatrick)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107320000/107318800/107318703/3bf8f721.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. (Downpatrick)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107320000/107318800/107318703/059cb285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Set amidst the quiet countryside, The Barn offers a unique retreat with 5 stylish rooms and a purpose-built yoga studio on site. Unwind in the restored stone barn's communal area, equipped with WiFi and featuring original stonework and a vaulted ceiling. Enjoy cooking up delicious meals in the fully-equipped kitchen or relax outdoors surrounded by free-ranging chickens and goats. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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). 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. You can also add-on our handmade 20 foot Shepherd's Hut (2 people). We also have a purpose-built yoga studio on site with a variety of classes through the week. 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) Golf Clubs: Royal County Down Golf Club (12 minutes) Ardglass Golf Club (21 minutes) Airports: Belfast City Airport (47 minutes) Belfast International Airport (1 hour 5 minutes) Dublin Airport ( 1 hour 47 minutes) Guests have exclusive access to the stone barn, the accommodation and the courtyard area. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Downpatrick, this villa is in a rural area. Downpatrick & County Down Railway and Down Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Seaforde Tropical Butterfly House and Castlewellan Forest Park. Tollymore National Outdoor Centre and Newcastle Community Cinema are also worth visiting. [Visit our Downpatrick travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Downpatrick.dx182715) [View more Villas in Downpatrick](https://www.expedia.ca/Downpatrick-Villas.d182715-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.31731%2C-5.78852&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YT1M_GLnwNNH2V34GS_wzUMOrgE=) Downpatrick, Northern Ireland ### What's nearby - ![St. John’s Point Lighthouse was first exhibited in 1844. The original lighthouse was painted white. In 1902 three black bands were added. Its current markings of black with two yellow bands have been in place since 1954. The color of the light was changed from white to red on 1st July 1860. The tower was originally only 14m tall. It was extended to its current dizzying height of 40m in the 1880's and is now the tallest onshore lighthouse on the Irish coast. The lighthouse was automated in 1981. St John’s Point is the perfect place for a quick visit or a proper refreshing time out. It is easily accessible by car. #Ireland #travel #adventure #hiking #lighthouse ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182715/6a140fdf-11db-40d3-9a26-892d5b3bd9a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Strangford and Lecale 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Queen\'s University of Belfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083501/d8dff6f7-86af-4e17-9656-d90bdf4b7bf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Queen's University of Belfast 36 min drive \- 50.0 km - ![Titanic Belfast which includes signage and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6169550/36834770-e253-4281-bdf6-288f3c608a0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Titanic Belfast 39 min drive \- 53.9 km - Magheralagan Lake 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Killyleagh Castle 18 min drive \- 20.8 km ### Getting around - Lisburn Station 25 min drive - Belfast (BHD-George Best Belfast City) 59 min drive ### Restaurants - Dakota Bobs 6 min drive - McDonald's 5 min drive - Murphy's Bar Downpatrick 5 min drive - Fodder 9 min drive - Tonn Ruray 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway.? ### What time is check-out at The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway.? ### Where is The Goat House Retreat offers an idyllic getaway. located? ## Have a question? 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