Aug 07 2025
Choose from beautifully restored cottages, a traditional Gate Lodge, and our spacious No 23 - a 5 bedroomed (all ensuite) house complete with its own parking and garden — perfect for families of all sizes.
Did you know that...
Larchfield Estate can sleeps up to 41 guests in winter months across multiple properties - making it ideal for smaller family or group bookings over the festive period.
We have Pet-friendly options — bring your four-legged family to ensure they are not left out!
We have Hot tubs available for selected cottages
Flexible layouts ideal for multi-generational gatherings
And each space is designed to feel like home — with soft throws, natural wood finishes, deep baths, and festive touches to make your Christmas feel truly special.
There’s something magical about the stillness of the countryside at Christmas — and Larchfield brings that magic to life, with elegant accommodation and welcoming spaces designed for connection.
Private, tranquil estate surrounded by woodland and gardens
Exclusive use available for full privacy and freedom
On-site venues like the Barn and Old Piggery for private celebrations
A dedicated team to help plan the perfect festive experience
Whether you’re coming from across the world or just down the road, this is a place to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the season together. (all this and we are only 20 minutes from Belfast, very close to the Dublin - Belfast corridor - ensuring plenty to do on your doorstep, yet the benefits of your own winter wonderland outside your bedroom door)
If you love the ritual of cooking Christmas dinner together, our self-catering cottages come fully equipped with everything you need. Prefer to leave it to someone else? We work with trusted local chefs and caterers who can deliver festive feasts straight to your door.
Options include:
Fully equipped self-catering kitchens
Private chef hire or drop-off catering
Festive hampers and welcome baskets (on request)
You can even opt for a hybrid — prepare breakfast together, then sit back and relax while lunch is taken care of.
No two Christmases at Larchfield Estate are the same. We love working with guests to create something meaningful, whether you’re here for a long weekend or the whole festive season.
Ideas to Make Your Stay Even More Special:
Host a Christmas party in the atmospheric Larchfield Barn
Enjoy a Guinness-pulling competition in the rustic Old Piggery
Toast marshmallows and sip mulled wine around the firepit
Join in a wreath-making or gingerbread workshop
Invite a private carol singer or acoustic musician
Visit the Belfast Christmas Market and explore the twinkling city lights
Wrap up warm for walks through the Mournes or Hillsborough Castle Gardens
Walk to The Pheasant Pub - a superb gastro pub just outside the Estate walls - with roaring fire, amazing food and good craic!
And for those staying through the New Year, the Barn is an unforgettable setting for a private New Year’s Eve celebration.
Our estate offers the kind of space that’s hard to find near the city — especially at Christmas.
Secure and secluded setting, yet only 20 minutes from Belfast
Walled gardens and nearby woodland trails to explore
Child-friendly and dog-friendly accommodation
Plenty of space to gather — and space to retreat (The layout of our cottages and ensuite rooms enables groups of friends and families to be close together yet have plenty of your own individual space in between group activities)
Whether it’s cousins playing in the garden, grandparents by the fire, or late-night chats in the kitchen, these are the kinds of memories that last long after the decorations come down.
Larchfield Estate is ideally located for festive adventures:
A short drive to Belfast’s Christmas Market
Easy access to the Causeway Coast and Mourne Mountains
Close to charming villages like Hillsborough and Moira
A perfect base for both local families and international guests
You can fill your days with activity — or do absolutely nothing at all.
We know pets are part of the family too. That’s why selected cottages are pet-friendly, with:
Open countryside for nearby long winter walks
Dog bowls and blankets available on request
Cosy spots for furry companions to curl up by the fire
How many people can stay at Larchfield Estate?
Up to 41 guests across a range of cottages and our Gate Lodge.
Can we host a party or celebration?
Yes — the Larchfield Barn and Old Piggery are available for private hire and can be styled to suit your gathering.
Do you offer hot tubs?
Yes — hot tubs can be arranged for selected cottages. Please enquire when booking.
Is Larchfield self-catered?
All cottages are self-catering, but we also offer private chefs, festive catering, and hampers.
Is the estate private?
Yes. When you book, you enjoy exclusive use of your chosen accommodation — and can also arrange exclusive use of event spaces.
This Christmas, give your family the gift of time together. No rushing between houses. No last-minute stress. Just fireside chats, shared meals, and slow mornings in the stillness of the countryside.
✨ From big group cottages to smaller festive hideaways, Larchfield is a place to gather, celebrate, and unwind — surrounded by peace, beauty, and people you love.
👉 Enquire now to book your Christmas break — availability is limited, especially for Christmas and New Year dates. and New Year.
