One of the best things about this time of year is how many great deals and offers there are around if you fancy a change of scenery (especially if, like me, your house is a tip as you declutter and rearrange the place in an effort to get 'Spring- ready.' )
So here is a bit of New Year Staycation Inspo to beat those January blues. Hang in there, brighter days are coming...
'Perfect for groups' packages
Girlie Getaway Offer at Dan's Wee Cottage, Dromara
Overnight stay with afternoon tea & Prosecco on arrival, chinese take away delivered to your door, unlimited use of the private hot tub and robes & towels provided. £85 per person based on minimum of 4 sharing (available until March 2023).
Nestled in the County Down hills, Dan's Wee Cottage is a traditional Irish cottage lovingly renovated to sleep 6 guests with outdoor terrace, private hot tub and panoramic countryside views. For more info & booking details visit Dan's Wee Cottage (staycationsni.co.uk)
Winter Escape at Corralea, Fermanagh
2 nights accommodation, use of the BBQ hut on Friday evening, Forest Eco Spa experience on Saturday with wood- fired hot tub, Nordic sauna overlooking Lough MacNean and relaxation pod with tea/coffee facilities and mini fridge. (Honestly, the Eco Spa set up at Corralea is just something else... I love it)- £105 per person based on group of 6.
For more info click here
Party packages at Strangford View Mews, Killyleagh
Overnight stay with Prosecco on arrival, hot tub pavillion and chill out area. Add karaoke, cocktails, tipsy afternoon tea, BBQ, pamper packages and more... FROM £89 pps. Suitable for up to 20 guests. Visit Strangford View Mews (staycationsni.co.uk) for booking info.
'Perfect for couples' packages
Winter Warmer at Titanic Hotel Belfast
Enjoy an overnight in one of Titanic Hotel's nautical themed room with a 2 course dinner in the Wolff Grill restaurant, glass of Prosecco and a Titanic sized breakfast. FROM £179 per room (Sun- Thurs, January & February).
To book, visit Winter Warmer Titanic Hotel Belfast From…
Such a great deal from an amazing hotel. I just loved my stay there. You can read all about it here or see my socials for a sneak peek video blog.
Date Night at The Hayloft, Dolly's Farm
Overnight stay with dinner delivered, nibbles on arrival, bakery bundle for breakfast and private use of hot tub- £129 per person (min. 2 adults. Fri- Sun)
Dolly's Farm, Downpatrick offers accommodation for up to 4 guests in The Hayloft or up to 7 in The Farmhouse. Each accommodation has its own private outdoor area with hot tub. Other packages available. For more info & booking details visit Dolly's Farm (staycationsni.co.uk)
'Taste of Freedom' at Clandeboye Lodge Hotel
Overnight a luxury stay for two in beautiful Clandeboye Lodge Hotel. Relax with glass of prosecco and dinner in the Coq & Bull restaurant and enjoy breakfast the next morning. FROM £195 (based on 2 sharing) Click here to book.
2 night Dine & Stay at The Lodge Hotel, Coleraine
Enjoy 2 nights in a double or twin room, full cooked breakfast each morning and £15 per person dining credit for each evening. FROM £115 per person sharing.
Available selected dates in January. Call 02870 344848 to book.
Coastguard Boathouse Couples Special
Stay less than a metre from the sea at the only Coastguard Boathouse on Belfast Lough and it's pet friendly!! Two night special offer for couples- £260 midweek & £275 weekends. Available until 29th Jan 2023.
OR book 3 nights for the price of 2 on all midweek bookings JUST £275. For booking info visit Coastguard Boathouse (staycationsni.co.uk)
Great value getaways
Causeway Coast Staycations- Ballycastle seafront FROM £110 per night
2 stylish self catering apartments just 2 minutes walk from Ballycastle beach and seafront. Each sleeps up to 4 guests. Only 10 minutes drive from Ballintoy, Dark Hedges and Fairhead Cliffs so a great location for sightseeing and Ballycastle has loads of bars and restaurants for a great night out!
For more information & booking details visit Causeway Coast Staycations (staycationsni.co.uk)
Ballykeel Farm- Mournes, County Down FROM £85 per night
One of the best value pet friendly places in the area! Ballykeel Farm has The Booley sleeping up to 5 in one bedroom (great for families with small children) and The Stables sleeping up to 6 in 3 bedrooms. Panoramic views of the Mournes and just a short drive to Newcastle, the beach and local forest parks. Visit Ballykeel Farm (staycationsni.co.uk)
Meadow Cottage- Bushmills- 2 nights midweek in January or February for JUST £140 or 3 nights for £199
Meadow Cottage is a gorgeous, dog friendly cottage sleeping up to 4 guests with far- reaching countryside views about 3 miles from Bushmills & 3 miles from Portrush. For more info & booking details visit Meadow Cottage (staycationsni.co.uk)
View 44 Newcastle- 2 nights midweek £300 Jan & Feb (excludes mid-term). 1 night stays FROM £160 per night.
This pretty cabin just 5 minutes to Newcastle town for shops & restaurants sleeps 4. With private hot tub, enclosed garden & decking with outdoor seating you can enjoy panoramic views of the Mourne Mountains from inside or outside this cosy self catering accommodation. For more info, visit View 44 Newcastle (staycationsni.co.uk)
Winkle Cottage Portrush FROM £175 per night & 15% OFF for week long bookings
One of the most popular dog friendly cottages in Portrush. Luxury self catering for up to 4 guests with the most amazing views, private garden with hot tub, hammock seating, pergola and fire pit. You can book your New Year stay from £175 per night (min. 2 night stay).
For more info visit Winkle Cottage Portrush (staycationsni.co.uk)
Or take to the open road with GLAMPER!!!
3 night hire ONLY £299 with everything you need to get on the road.
The best thing about a Glamper adventure- you choose your destination! The motorhomes are fully winterised so you'll be cosy inside, no matter what the weather. Email louise@glamperuk.com or visit glamperuk.com.
*Special offers and packages are ONLY available when you book DIRECT with the accommodation provider. You won't find these deals on third party booking sites. Don't forget to mention Staycations NI at the time of booking.
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