“As soon as I saw Robertson's Cottage on the website I knew that it was the cottage for me and my dog, so much so that I swapped my holiday plans to ensure it was available when I was off.”
Not only did it not disappoint, it exceeded expectations, because the listing can't convey the complete silence at night (and most of the day to be honest) which was so refreshing. It is in a very rural setting just outside the sprawling Caledon estate and a mile from the village, so there is little traffic, no neighbours (the attached cottage was empty the week I stayed), and the only noises to be heard were the ubiquitous pheasants who were raucous at times, but pleasantly so, and the farmers ...
Not only did it not disappoint, it exceeded expectations, because the listing can't convey the complete silence at night (and most of the day to be honest) which was so refreshing. It is in a very rural setting just outside the sprawling Caledon estate and a mile from the village, so there is little traffic, no neighbours (the attached cottage was empty the week I stayed), and the only noises to be heard were the ubiquitous pheasants who were raucous at times, but pleasantly so, and the farmers working out in the fields until late in the night, making the most of the unseasonable dryness and warm temperatures.
The kitchen is amazingly well stocked, and it was a pleasant surprise to find usable pans that hadn't been burnt beyond their usefulness, I had started to think this was an inevitability in a holiday home. There was everything you could need, plus a coffee machine which I used every day. I had brought my own mug because I like a big mug and you don't always get that in a holiday cottage, but I needn't have worried, the mugs are great.
A home made fruit loaf greets you when you first arrive, along with doggy treats and dog waste bags, this is a very nice touch, and delicious to boot.
There are lovely walks and days out to be had from Caledon, I took the dog a couple of times to Brantry Lough and Brantry Wood, it is the nearest and is so peaceful. We also went to the Palace Demesne in Armagh, Pomeroy Forest, The Argory, and Gosford Forest Park, all of which I would highly recommend. I would have gone to the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh too, but they don't allow dogs.
The bedroom was so cosy, and the bathroom was well equipped, I loved the rolltop bath, and the shower was hot and powerful.
It was just a great stay from start to finish and I will definitely be booking this cottage again
