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The Old Schoolhouse Inn
Castle Espie, Comber, Newtownards (Comber) BT23 6EA

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The Old Schoolhouse Inn
The Old Schoolhouse Inn is located in the County Down countryside, 5 minutes’ drive from Comber. This inn is set in lovely grounds and features an award-winning restaurant. The 10 charming rooms at The Old Schoolhouse have attractive design, a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand, the restaurant offers British cuisine prepared with local, seasonal produce. It also holds many other awards, including the winner of the Grub Club 2015 and YesChef Best Restaurant in Ireland 2015. Nearby attractions include Castle Espie Wetland Centre and Strangford Lough, both within a mile of the property. Central Belfast is 25 minutes’ drive away.
Score from 154 reviews
Superb 8.7/10
Rooms: 12   calendar  (Search)
Address: Castle Espie, Comber, Newtownards , Comber BT23 6EA  map (Map)

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Ambience, friendliness,comfort and excellent food. friendly owners and laid back atmosphere. Service and Menu. Food was outstanding. Excellent home cooked food. Quite location, friendly and helpful staff, nothing was to much trouble even provided an early breakfast on Sunday at 7am. Restraunt food and wine selection was very good. Terry was just so obliging and friendly and this makes a huge impression on tired travellers. The dining room was excellent too.
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The Old Schoolhouse Inn Room information

Room Type Max from
Twin Room en suite
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2
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GBP 50.00
This twin room offers 2 single beds or 2 single beds.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Washing Machine, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Radio, Minibar, Ironing Facilities, Iron, Heating, Hairdryer, Bathroom, Bath or Shower, Bath, Balcony, Air Conditioning

Amenities at The Old Schoolhouse Inn

Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access
Pools and wellness
Massage
Miscellaneous
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Non-Smoking Rooms, Lower bathroom sink, Higher level toilet, Heating, Designated Smoking Area, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
General
WiFi everywhere, Private parking, Parking on-site, Free Parking, Continental Breakfast
Front-desk/reception area services
Safety Deposit Box, Luggage Storage, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Currency Exchange, 24-Hour Front Desk
Food & Drink
Room Service, Restaurant (à la carte), Restaurant, Packed Lunches, Breakfast details, Bar
Entertainment and children services
Kids' outdoor play equipment , Book/DVD/Music library for children, Board games/puzzles, Babysitting/Child Services
Common areas
Terrace, Sun Terrace, Library, Garden
Cleaning services
Trouser Press, Laundry, Ironing Service, Dry Cleaning
Business facilities
Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Fax/Photocopying
Activities
Hiking, Golf Course (within 3 km)

Food & Drink

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.

Important information to guests

Please note, the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Information about the area

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.

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Set 9 km from Grey Abbey in Ballydrain, The Old Schoolhouse Inn features free WiFi access and free private parking. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room is fitted with a TV. You will find a kettle in the room. The rooms come with a private bathroom fitted with a bath. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as golfing and hiking. George Best Belfast City Airport is 16 km away.

Room information details

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

The Old Schoolhouse Inn Policies

Check-in
14:00 - 21:00
Check-out
- 11:00
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo, Maestro (Switch), MasterCard
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
17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

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