Located on the St John’s Point Lighthouse station in gorgeous County Down, Sloop offers holiday accommodation with all of the spectacular appeal of the rugged coastline. St John’s Point Lighthouse's strikingly tall tower beside Sloop and is marked with vibrant bands of yellow and black. (The colours which distinguish it from other lighthouses are known as its daymark).
About the property
Family Friendly
From £386 for 2 nights
Sleeps 4
JP Sloop is one of two properties on the Lighthouse station at St. Johns Point in gorgeous County Down. JP Sloop offers holiday accommodation with all of the spectacular appeal of the rugged coastline. Each cottage oozes character and guests can enjoy exploring all of the nooks and crannies or getting back to basics with board games, card games or a good book in this wonderful cosy retreat.
The strikingly tall tower beside Sloop is marked with vibrant bands of yellow and black (once painted by Brendan Behan). There are views out to the Isle of Man on one side and the Mourne Mountains to the other. This is a wonderful place to recharge the batteries.
We think you’ll love
- A complete break from the 21st Century.
- The wonderful, peaceful, idyllic location.
Facilities
- 1 Double Bedroom
- 1 Twin Bedroom
- Gas Fired Central Heating
- Kitchen/Dining Area
- Electric Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Washing Machine
- Fridge/Freezer
- Sitting Room
- 1 bathroom with bathtub and shower head over the bath
- Shower Wet Room
- Separate WC
- Towels and Linens Provided
- Travel cot/crib for infants under 2 on request. (Please bring your own bed linens for infants).
- Hair Dryer
- Iron and Ironing Board
- Cooking utensils and equipment provided
- Outdoor patio with furniture
- Radio
- Parking for one car
Seven Days Stay At A Lighthouse
An itinerary for a seven-day trip at St. John’s Point Lighthouse.
Things you should know:
The stairway is steep and would not suit someone with mobility issues as the bedrooms are located upstairs.
There are low height doorways and low height ceilings throughout the property.
Children must be supervised at all times.
There is no direct access to the sea for the Houses.
There are two ponies in a nearby pen.
Strictly no pets permitted.
The gateway and entrance to the car park is very narrow. There is only parking inside the compound for one car per house.
The access road to the Lighthouse can be in disrepair from time to time. This access roadway is not property of Irish Landmark Trust and maintenance is out of our control.
Please note that occasional outdoor events take place at lighthouse properties from time to time throughout the year.
Irish Landmark Trust has teamed up with Co. Down based food company Hara at Home to offer guests the option to pre-order a premium meal delivery service at St. John’s Point Sloop. Visit www.shophara-food.com to have a look and make your selection for the date required. Order and make payment directly with Hara at Home.
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Reviews
Just Brilliant
“It’s a must for the bucket list! We tried different seasons and none disappointed, every time was special. The shorter days and wilder weather in Winter is an experience not to be missed. Summertime is beautiful too and you have to capture the dawn and sunset on the horizon. Every day is different and well worth getting up very early for.. If you’re seeking a super special heritage place to experience this is it!” (GMcNally).
High Point of a month long trip
“Wander alone along the cliffs amidst the sounds of seabirds or perch in a window to watch the rising sun illuminate a fox’s morning prowl. From a month long trip around Ireland, a country brimming with stunning vistas, fascinating stories and warm people, this is the one memory I will carry home closest to my heart.” (Blanton)
Reviews
Wonderful break away to reset
“We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend stay at JP Sloop. The lighthouse and the views surrounding it are stunning. There is limited mobile data in the area, but the lighthouse keeper’s cottage is well equipped with family games and books, so we were not in need of our phones! On our second day it rained heavily, but the cottage was very comfortable and warm, so it was actually a treat to take in the atmosphere of the wild coast while snuggled up with a cuppa and a good book. The house manager Suzan was incredibly kind and quick to respond to any queries we had. Overall I would absolutely come back to St. John’s Point!” (C Joyce).
A special place in a beautiful spot
“This is a very spacious cottage in an unusual location in the lighthouse compound, very well equipped and comfortable. The lighthouse beam does not disturb at all and appears to sweep gently out to sea. It gives you an inkling of the remoteness of being a lighthouse keeper, while in fact it is only a mile or two to the nearest village, and an hour’s drive from Belfast. The area is beautiful and unspoilt – Mourne Mountains, Strangford Lough and beautiful beaches.” (E Carter)
House Manager
Suzan Smyth
Suzan Smyth is the House Manager at St Johns Point. Suzan loves to meet guests and tell them about the best things to do in the local area.
