Newell’s Cross Cottages County Down Awarded Four Stars

Pictured at Newell’s Cross Cottages based in Co. Down is Deborah Avery, Senior Quality Adviser at Tourism NI (left) alongside the owners, Joanne and Frank Newell.

Nestled at the foot of the Mourne Mountains with breath-taking views of Carlingford Lough, the two properties are close to a number of local visitor attractions including Kilkeel Golf Club, Royal County Down Golf Club, Kilbroney Country Park, Cranfield Beach and the seaside town of Newcastle.

There are two newly built properties located on the site, Mabel’s Cottage and Olive’s Cottage.

With a capacity of eight to twelve guests, both cottages boast child-friendly facilities and Mabels’ Cottage has a fully equipped nursery. Newell’s Cross Cottages have also been recognised with the Welcome Scheme for Families, Golfers, Walkers, Film Crews and Groups.

Deborah Avery, Senior Quality Advisor, Quality & Standards team at Tourism NI, commented, “We are thrilled to award Joanne and Frank this well-deserved four-star grading for their self-catering accommodation. Newell’s Cross Cottages are a fabulous addition to the tourism offering for any visitor wishing to come and explore more of the County Down area.

Deborah added, “We congratulate Joanne and Frank on achieving this level of quality and helping to send a strong message to our visitors on the standard available within the Northern Ireland tourism accommodation offering.”

Owners of Newell’s Cross Cottages, Joanne and Frank Newell added,
“We are delighted to have received our four-star quality grading award from Tourism NI. Newell’s Cross Cottages is the perfect spot for international and local visitors to relax and unwind with its own spacious outdoor area, gas BBQ, fire pit, dedicated outdoor dining for adults and children plus a sand pit and private hot tub.

We would like to thank the Quality and Standards team at Tourism NI for all their help and support over these past months in getting our cottages open and ready for business. We can't wait to welcome our guests who have booked with us and are looking forward to a busy season.”