Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland offers some of the finest scenery in the British Isles. From the magnificent Causeway coast to the wooded Glens of Antrim, from the sheltered waters of Lough Erne to the romantic Mountains of Mourne, the region boasts mile after mile of verdant, unspoilt countryside, quiet roads and long sandy beaches. The National Trust in Northern Ireland protects 120 miles of coastline and 40 square miles of open country side from sections of the North Coast Path to Murlough National Nature Reserve, home to an array of attractive plants and birds. A selection of holiday cottages are available in the counties of Antrim, Down and Fermanagh. Stay at Crom Demesne and wander through this amazing array of open space and wildlife. Relax at the tranquil and beautiful Rose Cottage at Florence Court in Fermanagh or take in the stunning views of of the Mountains of Mourne from a holiday cottage on the shores of Dundrum Inner Bay. Close by you can visit a number of superb National Trust properties including the fascinating house and gardens of Mount Stewart and Castle Ward. Visit the wonderful Castle Coole in Enniskillen or enjoy the spectacular scenery from the Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland’s only World Heritage Site.

Florence Court
Large areas of parkland, garden and woodland surround this fine 18th century Irish demesne and there are outstanding views to the surrounding mountains. Generations of the Cole family, Earls of Enniskillen lived here. The mansion contains excellent rococo plasterwork and fine Irish furniture and is a truly welcoming home with its atmosphere upstairs downstairs areas. In the grounds can be found many varieties of lichen, which is clear evidence of the pristine environment. This is a place to fill your lungs with clean Irish air. There are extensive walks in the grounds as well as a Sawmill and walled gardens. The Pleasure Garden at Florence Court, provides a delightful network of winding paths, lawns and ornamental trees and shrubs. The restored walled garden, with its pretty pink and white roses is especially attractive in early summer. The adjoining forest park has many excellent walks
including one which leads to the famous Florence Court Yew, the parent of all Irish Yews.