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Fools Haven Thatched Cottage - Co Antrim

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Traveller Rating 5.0 of 5 stars 53 Reviews
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  • Holiday Rental House
  • 3 Bedrooms, sleeps 5
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Week: £320 - £445
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listed since Mar 2010
+353 7866239705
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A FlipKey verified reviewer
15 Jan 2012
my partner and i have been at fools haven for the second time ,and we hope to continue as there is everything you... more
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Fools Haven Thatched Cottage.
Fools Haven Thatched Cottage & neighbour
Comfortable living room with oil burning stove.
Fully equipped kitchen.
Downstairs bathroom with bath. (2nd WC upstairs with electric shower, not shown)
Single Bed, upstairs
Double Bedroom, downstairs
Room upstairs with two single beds
Relax on the patio
Patio with snow
Fools Haven in the snow - be cosy & warm.
Romance?
Half-door at front
Bike for your use
Fools Haven used as backdrop for pre-wedding photo for Kevin & Angela (www.medialook.co.uk)
Puffins Perch - Playhouse for children
Bettys Bothy - BBQ Hut for guest use
Unveiling of Historic Blue Plaque at Fools Haven to Ruddick Millar, Titanic Orphan
Historic Blue Plaque to the memory of Ruddick Millar
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Re-thatching Fools Haven
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A FlipKey verified reviewer
BELFAST
“a very restfull and quiet place to relax ,with owners like alisi”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

my partner and i have been at fools haven for the second time ,and we hope to continue as there is everything you want at this cottage we go around...

Management response:

Hi and it is lovely to have returning guests at Fools Haven and to show you the improvments and additions we have made to the Cottage since your last visit.... more

TracieHu
Dublin, Ireland.
31 reviews
29 helpful votes
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“Cosy, Comfortable and in a great location.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

We stayed in the Cottage over the weekend of the New Year celebrations. It was mighty cold that weekend but we were very toasty in the cottage. We received a very warm welcome from the owner and a lovely welcome tray of local goodies and homemade treats too. Alison was very relaxed with us and this was terrific as with...

Management response:

Thanks for that very positive and comprehensive review of Fools Haven Thatched Cottage. We endeavor to make all our guests feel welcome and are glad you enjoyed the complimentary Welcome... more

Barbara
United States
“Can't wait to come back!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

Alison and Robbie, We so enjoyed our stay at Fool's Haven Thatched Cottage! Your hospitality is unmatched! We were all made to feel so welcome and truly a guest in...

Management response:

Hi Barbara, Mark, Andrew and Samantha – and thank you for taking the time to review Fools Haven Thatched Cottage. We enjoyed meeting you and hope you had wonderful Christmas... more

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  • Alarm Clock
  • Blender
  • Board Games
  • Books
  • Central Heating
  • Deck
  • Dryer
  • DVD Player
  • Electric Grill
  • Electric Stove
  • Fireplace
  • Freezer
  • Games
  • Garden
  • Linens Provided
  • Local Guides/Maps
  • Media Library
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Oven
  • Paper Towels Provided
  • Parking
  • Patio
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Security System
  • Telephone
  • Toaster
  • Towels Provided
  • TV
  • VCR
  • Washer
  • Stereo System
  • Self-catering
  • Wheelchair Access: No
  • Elder Access: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Smoking Allowed: No
  • Suitable for Children: Yes
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  Begins Ends Min stay Turnover Per week
Low Season 2012 7 Jan 2012 2 Mar 2012 3 nights Any
£320
Mid Season 2012 3 Mar 2012 27 Apr 2012 3 nights Any
£355
High Season 2012 28 Apr 2012 31 Aug 2012 3 nights Any
£445
Mid Season 2012 1 Sep 2012 2 Nov 2012 3 nights Any
£355
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If you wish to stay for a shorter or longer period - please contact us directly. We will be pleased to give you our rates.
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