Experience world-class service at Blackwell House

Offering a garden and garden view, Blackwell House is situated in Banbridge, 42 km from Proleek Dolmen and 42 km from Carlingford Castle. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the guest house free of charge. The guest house features a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. At this guest house, some units come with a private entrance, flat-screen TV streaming services and DVD player. Certain rooms are equipped with a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. Blackwell House specialises in an à la carte and continental breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house restaurant, which serves Irish cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. You can play table tennis, squash and tennis at this 5-star guest house, and the area is popular for windsurfing and cycling. The accommodation has a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. Louth County Museum is 43 km from Blackwell House, while The Belfast Empire Music Hall is 50 km from the property. Belfast International Airport is 41 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, American

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
5.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful country house renovated to a high standard, but still very comfortable- and relaxing. Fantastic food.
  • Siobhan
    Ireland Ireland
    Blackwell House is an exceptional establishment. The hosts Adele and Alessio are warm and friendly and couldn't do enough for us. We were upgraded on our arrival, what a treat that was! However I expect all rooms are equally magical. The Loft is...
  • Mary
    Ireland Ireland
    We loved Blackwell House. However, it took us a good 20 minutes to find it in the hills. There was no signpost at the end of the lane, which there should be. Even if they just had a sign there temporary while guests are due. We use SAT NAV all...
  • Louisah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Adele and Alessio were fabulous hosts. The room was beautiful and the surroundings. We stopping over on the way to visit family and Adele was so helpful booking us dinner nearby and with directions. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful. High...
  • Emmet
    Ireland Ireland
    Fantastic hosts, beautiful location, delicious food.
  • Norma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We stayed in the Loft Suite, private entrance, huge room with terrace and hot tub. Everything was perfect. Alessio and Edele, their daughters and Riley were very welcoming. We ordered breakfast the night before and it was ready promptly at the...
  • Clark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The whole experience was 1st class. The hosts were so professional and friendly, the 5 course dinner was excellent and reasonably priced. I will most certainly be returning.
  • Joanna
    Ireland Ireland
    Everything was just perfect! Fabulous room with hot tub. We had fabulous time. Food was delicious. The owners were so welcoming and friendly but also very professional.
  • Alexandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved every minute of our stay at Blackwell House, feeling warmly welcomed by Adele, Alessio and their family. The food was exceptional, skilfully prepared by Adele and carefully served by Alessio. We also thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful...
  • Jim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Upgraded to suit which includes a hot tub! Wonderful food!

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 78 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

A stunning country house set in the beautiful Armagh countryside, run by husband & wife team, Edele & Alessio. Seclusion, peace & quiet are a given and having travelled extensively we know that the small things are important to you so let us spoil you From the moment you arrive you'll feel the warmth, friendliness of an Irish Country Home. We pride ourselves on providing unrivalled customer service, supported by numerous awards - some of the most recent .....The Best Guest House in Ireland and the Best Irish Breakfast Award Cleanliness, attention to detail and superb food are of utmost importance to us and our guests. We are the ideal place for romantic getaways, retreats for business and leisure travellers as a central base to explore.  Activities: The Game of Thrones Studio Tour only 7 miles away!  Book a Cookery Lesson with Joyce Treat yourself to an Afternoon Tea Excellent walking and hiking paths or play a round of Golf, go fishing, horseback riding, cycling. Shop at Banbridge Outlet Centre, Belfast and Dublin Relax in our beautiful gardens,  Soak in our hot tub with a glass of bubbly or enjoy a special romantic dinner for two in

Property information

“Had the best night's sleep ever, the bed was so comfortable that I had to ask the owner for the make.” Moni T. on Trip Advisor A warm welcome awaits you in this Award Winning Luxurious 5* Country House Hotel nestling deep in the rolling countryside of Co-Armagh. Giving a real sense of home away from home in an intimate and deliciously luxurious setting is what we do best. Each room is uniquely decorated with an eclectic mix of family heirlooms handcrafted furniture and antiques with a contemporary flair.  Every bedroom offers stunning countryside views, huge & comfortable super-king beds, luxury 600 thread bed linens, handpicked lush toiletries, fluffy robes and towels, spacious en-suites, free WiFi, flat screen TV, Tea Tray with freshly ground coffee and assorted organic teas, Joyce’s home-baked shortbread & fresh water. Special features Main House The Blue Room, huge clawfoot bath, spectacular views Lilys Room, a step into the glorious past, decorated in beautiful thistles and a four poster bed Blackwell Cottage The Loft Suite has its own private rooftop terrace with beautiful seating area The Orchard Room includes indulgent double shower room with two shower heads for those romantic moments. The Charleston Room, beautifully decorated with an ode to the Country side. Each room in the cottage is equipped with a microwave, mini-fridge, kettle, toaster & everything you need to make simple meals on the go  Dining We love our food & cooking - we provide our guests with a delicious seasonal dinner menu using only the best of local produce from award winning producers and the freshest eggs from our own hens in the meadow with herbs and vegetables from our garden.  Tuck in to our award winning “Best Irish Breakfast” choosing from an extensive breakfast menu including local sausages, bacon, black pudding and our own homemade Wheaten, Irish soda and potato bread.

Neighbourhood information

Snuggling deep in the rolling countryside on a small country road bordering County Down and County Armagh if you like peace and quiet, then this is the place. Enjoy Joyce's wonderful homemade evening meals and a full breakfast menu using local produce Close to the quaint little village of Scarva, you have the opportunity to explore the Canal towpath which has lots of interesting stories to tell and offers an ideal place to take a stroll and a cup of tea in the tearoom.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Irish
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner • High tea
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Blackwell House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Pub crawls
  • Squash
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Reception services
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry
    Business facilities
    • Business centre
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Pet basket
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Blackwell House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 23:30
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Cot upon request
    £35 per child, per night
    2 years
    Cot upon request
    £35 per child, per night
    Extra bed upon request
    £75 per child, per night
    3+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    £75 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Not all rooms are pet friendly, please check prior to booking.

    Pet fee is £30 per dog, per night, not included.

    Please inform Blackwell House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Blackwell House

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Blackwell House on this page.

    • Blackwell House is 3.1 miles from the centre of Banbridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Blackwell House include:

      • Double
      • Apartment

    • Blackwell House has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Check-in at Blackwell House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Guests staying at Blackwell House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Italian
      • Full English/Irish
      • American
      • À la carte

    • The prices at Blackwell House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Blackwell House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Games room
      • Table tennis
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Squash
      • Pub crawls