The Old Deanery Self Catering Cottages
In the Courtyard of The Old Deanery
we have converted the original stone stables
to Cosy Country Cottages
All Cottages have open plan living / kitchen area, fully equipped with cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher etc., T.V. oil fired central heating and OPEN LOG FIRES. All Accommodation is Non Smoking |
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One Cottage is wheelchair friendly.
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The lovingly tended gardens provide a delightful retreat with Barbecue area and Play Room for our guests and we are within walking distance of local shops and pubs. Our enchanting Cottages recapture the charm of bygone days with a farmyard theme. |
PETS WELCOME - BY ARRANGEMENT
History of The Old Deanery
Built in 1735 and added to in 1812, the Old Deanery was originally called Glebe House and was the residence of Rev. H. Newland. It was built with the aid of a gift of £800 from the late Board of First Fruits in 1805. The property originally comprised of 29 acres held at a yearly rent of £15 by deed executed in 1778.
| Originally a five bay two storey, over basement, gable ended house with a round headed, shouldered granite architrave doorcase which faced onto St. Peters’ Church.This door was transferred to its present position at the side of the house when extended in 1812.The sidelights still remain in place at the original doorway, although an extra range were added in 1835 to the gable end. |  |
The staircase is contained in a gabled return which has lean-to wings, and makes an attractive composition with round headed windows down the centre and a pie crust cornice.
In 1969 The Old Deanery was sold by the Representative Body of the Church of Ireland to Col. Robert Rayburn who lived here until his death in 1995.
In 1996 a complete refurbishment of the Old Deanery started, this was a long and arduous labour of love – restoring the house to its former glory – preserving and conserving the original features.
The basement which is the piece-de-resistance with its wine cellar and beautiful stone arches and fireplaces has been converted to further accommodation, the Garden apartments.
To-day John and Bryanna Young continue to develop the gardens for our own pleasure and enjoyment – which we hope to share with guests and friends for many years to come.
Our cottages and apartments are open from 06 March 2008 – Nov, Christmas and New Year