Name: The Briers Country House
Address: 39 Middle Tollymore Road, Newcastle, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, Newcastle, County Down, GB
Price range: $97–$131 per night
Rating: 9.23

What guests think

At The Briers Country House, guests consistently praise the warm, helpful hosts and straightforward check-in, while reviews describe generally clean spaces with occasional housekeeping lapses and an uncomplicated self-serve continental breakfast that many enjoy but a few find limited.

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable with pleasant views, though some feel dated and a few beds could be better. The quiet countryside setting and gardens provide a restful base with convenient access to Newcastle and nearby walking areas. Expect a peaceful, value-focused base in scenic surroundings.

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Facilities

Guests mainly mention the peaceful grounds; few specific amenities are discussed beyond on-site parking, and one review notes EV charging.

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Jody

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting and beautiful gardens. Cleanliness of our room a notch below our standards ie carpet in our room not vacuumed, long hairs on the bedding.

10

Murray

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay! Beautiful spot - loved breakfast!!

8

Natalie

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Helpful staff and speedy check in. Room was a bit tired, awaiting renovation. Bed not that comfortable. Room was spacious at least and close parking outside property. Breakfast choice was very good.

10

William

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet, spacious, and very clean country house. Friendly staff

10

niall

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Another great break at the briers. Ive stayed in the slieve donard, the avoca and the donard. The briers is easily my favourite. Beautiful surroundings, clean rooms, friendly and hospitable staff. Excellent value for money. Will definitely be back again before the end of the summer.

10

Abigail

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

At check in we were greeted and walked to our room. We were a little early for our reservation and we were allowed right in. Owner showed us around and was incredibly friendly. Other visitors told us some great hiking locations to check out. Continental breakfast laid out nicely. Beautiful view of Mourne Mountains.

8

Heather McTavish

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

An idyll setting, could watch the lambs playing all day.

10

Peter

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay with electric vehicle charging too!

10

greg

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful quiet and sheep!

10

niall

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay in the briers and will definitely be back. Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Excellent facilities and extremely clean. Beautiful and tranquil surroundings.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is widely praised, with many reports of very clean or spotless rooms, though a few guests noted issues such as missed vacuuming, cobwebs, or water stains.

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Jody

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely setting and beautiful gardens. Cleanliness of our room a notch below our standards ie carpet in our room not vacuumed, long hairs on the bedding.

10

Caroline

Aug 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Was lovely and bright and clean very comfortable relaxing atmosphere

10

Leona

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a lovely guest house, great location, everything was really clean. Fast and easy check in and check out. Lovely friendly owners. Would definitely recommend and hope to return soon.

10

Federio

Dec 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing stay lovely place, clean tidy and beautiful scenery :)

10

William

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet, spacious, and very clean country house. Friendly staff

10

John

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had an absolute fantastic stay at the Briers, Darren and his staff couldn't be more accommodating and helpful! The room was spotless, very comfortable, gorgeous views of the garden and surrounding landscape as well. Breakfast was delicious and very well laid out , with loads of choice ! Excellent all round, would have no hesitation in recommending the Briers as a place to stay!

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Christina

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area, room was decent size but cobwebs in the corners of the room, water stains on ceiling. We booked due to location to Tollymore forest, very close and not too far away from downtown Newcastle which was nice. Bathroom good size but water from shower went all over the floor. Really not much for breakfast options other than cereal, some pastries and fruit.

10

Cathy

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean and modern rooms. Self serve breakfast was good.

10

Lorraine

May 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay! Clean room and very quaint location. Breakfast was nice many options.

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niall

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay in the briers and will definitely be back. Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Excellent facilities and extremely clean. Beautiful and tranquil surroundings.

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable with modern or upscale touches and pleasant views; a minority found some rooms a bit tired and a few beds less comfortable.

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10

James

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely accomodation, very comfortable, laid back and intimate

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Kayla

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Briers is a beautiful property hosted by Darren, a precious man. He asked after our trip, have recommendations based on what we liked, suggested places that he and his family have enjoyed and was a delight to talk to. The room is spacious, the bathroom is out of a magazine, the view is beautiful and the location ideal. It feels like being in a movie set. We will definitely stay here again when we're in the area.

10

Paula

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved our stay at this quiet and peaceful cottage located just outside of town. It is a simple space and decor but very clean and comfortable, including a soft bed. Breakfast had several options and was tasty. Check in and out was easy. Would highly recommend.

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Natalie

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Helpful staff and speedy check in. Room was a bit tired, awaiting renovation. Bed not that comfortable. Room was spacious at least and close parking outside property. Breakfast choice was very good.

10

William

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet, spacious, and very clean country house. Friendly staff

10

Noreen

Apr 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are of superior quality and Darren is the perfect host!

10

Stephen

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Darren was a brilliant and friendly host without being intrusive, which is his style. Great continental breakfasts, lovely spacious room and very clean facilities. Hotel is situated in a lovely country area with easy access to the town. Lovely area to stay with plenty of places to visit. We spent 4 nights of bliss.

10

John

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had an absolute fantastic stay at the Briers, Darren and his staff couldn't be more accommodating and helpful! The room was spotless, very comfortable, gorgeous views of the garden and surrounding landscape as well. Breakfast was delicious and very well laid out , with loads of choice ! Excellent all round, would have no hesitation in recommending the Briers as a place to stay!

10

Cathy

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean and modern rooms. Self serve breakfast was good.

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Brian

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property that is away from the Main Street but close enough to be in the middle of action in a few minutes. Beds and showers were great.

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Service

Service is frequently described as warm, accommodating and helpful, with easy or early check-in and attentive assistance when needed.

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10

Leona

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a lovely guest house, great location, everything was really clean. Fast and easy check in and check out. Lovely friendly owners. Would definitely recommend and hope to return soon.

10

Martin

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I got there early and they let me into the room after a tough travel day and night, very much appreciated

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Natalie

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Helpful staff and speedy check in. Room was a bit tired, awaiting renovation. Bed not that comfortable. Room was spacious at least and close parking outside property. Breakfast choice was very good.

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James

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was contactless. I thought I was alone in the building all night. I didn't see anyone until breakfast the next day when another guest came into the breakfast room. The staff member I met in the morning was friendly- they directed me to breakfast. Gave me some directions to where I was working in the area that only a local would know so I could ignore my sat nav. Helped me out in deicing my car as there had been a freeze overnight. The room itself was comfortable. The breakfast was good. I would stay again.

10

niall

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Another great stay at the briers. Excellent place and very affordable. Darren is a friendly and relaxed host. Will definitely return again.

10

Abigail

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

At check in we were greeted and walked to our room. We were a little early for our reservation and we were allowed right in. Owner showed us around and was incredibly friendly. Other visitors told us some great hiking locations to check out. Continental breakfast laid out nicely. Beautiful view of Mourne Mountains.

10

Marc

Jul 2, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very relaxing property with privacy yet very short drive to all the amenities of downtown Newcastle. The owner and host Darren is fantastic. He made certain I had everything needed to enjoy my stay, even provided me with a universal adapter to charge my phone. The Briers exceeded my expectations to the point where I extended my stay and I will definitely be back as a future guest.

10

Kevin

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Darren on reception could not have been more welcoming and helpful. Made our stay really enjoyable. Looking forward to going back.

10

Colin

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Darren is a fabulous host. Incredibly friendly, outgoing and informative. His property is beautiful he he does an amazing job of making you feel at home. He provided us with recommendations to a fabulous restaurant and recommended that we make time to stroll the waterfront, which we did and were so happy we did! We already have plans to stay at The Briers Country house again.

10

John

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had an absolute fantastic stay at the Briers, Darren and his staff couldn't be more accommodating and helpful! The room was spotless, very comfortable, gorgeous views of the garden and surrounding landscape as well. Breakfast was delicious and very well laid out , with loads of choice ! Excellent all round, would have no hesitation in recommending the Briers as a place to stay!

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Location

Quiet countryside setting with gardens and mountain views, yet within a short drive or reasonable walk to Newcastle and nearby trails.

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10

Murray

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay! Beautiful spot - loved breakfast!!

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William

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet, spacious, and very clean country house. Friendly staff

10

Abigail

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

At check in we were greeted and walked to our room. We were a little early for our reservation and we were allowed right in. Owner showed us around and was incredibly friendly. Other visitors told us some great hiking locations to check out. Continental breakfast laid out nicely. Beautiful view of Mourne Mountains.

10

Seamus

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff are just so friendly and the place is lovely. Its either a 5-10 min drive into Newcastle or a nice 30min walk. Really good for somewhere to decompress for a few days.

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Stephen

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Darren was a brilliant and friendly host without being intrusive, which is his style. Great continental breakfasts, lovely spacious room and very clean facilities. Hotel is situated in a lovely country area with easy access to the town. Lovely area to stay with plenty of places to visit. We spent 4 nights of bliss.

10

Brian

Mar 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing views, service, and incredibly comfortable. I needed a hotel last minute for some friends and The Briers blew away my expectations. I will absolutely recommend people stay here in the future.

8

Heather McTavish

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

An idyll setting, could watch the lambs playing all day.

6

Christina

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area, room was decent size but cobwebs in the corners of the room, water stains on ceiling. We booked due to location to Tollymore forest, very close and not too far away from downtown Newcastle which was nice. Bathroom good size but water from shower went all over the floor. Really not much for breakfast options other than cereal, some pastries and fruit.

10

Brian

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property that is away from the Main Street but close enough to be in the middle of action in a few minutes. Beds and showers were great.

10

niall

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay in the briers and will definitely be back. Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Excellent facilities and extremely clean. Beautiful and tranquil surroundings.

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Dining

Continental breakfast is commonly praised for being tasty and well laid out with several options, though a few guests considered the selection limited.

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10

Elizabeth

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely, comfortable accommodation. Very good continental breakfast.

10

Murray

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay! Beautiful spot - loved breakfast!!

8

Natalie

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Helpful staff and speedy check in. Room was a bit tired, awaiting renovation. Bed not that comfortable. Room was spacious at least and close parking outside property. Breakfast choice was very good.

10

Abigail

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

At check in we were greeted and walked to our room. We were a little early for our reservation and we were allowed right in. Owner showed us around and was incredibly friendly. Other visitors told us some great hiking locations to check out. Continental breakfast laid out nicely. Beautiful view of Mourne Mountains.

10

Denise

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was in a very beautiful setting you could walk around .Breakfast options were great for continental!

10

Stephen

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Darren was a brilliant and friendly host without being intrusive, which is his style. Great continental breakfasts, lovely spacious room and very clean facilities. Hotel is situated in a lovely country area with easy access to the town. Lovely area to stay with plenty of places to visit. We spent 4 nights of bliss.

10

John

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had an absolute fantastic stay at the Briers, Darren and his staff couldn't be more accommodating and helpful! The room was spotless, very comfortable, gorgeous views of the garden and surrounding landscape as well. Breakfast was delicious and very well laid out , with loads of choice ! Excellent all round, would have no hesitation in recommending the Briers as a place to stay!

6

Christina

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area, room was decent size but cobwebs in the corners of the room, water stains on ceiling. We booked due to location to Tollymore forest, very close and not too far away from downtown Newcastle which was nice. Bathroom good size but water from shower went all over the floor. Really not much for breakfast options other than cereal, some pastries and fruit.

10

Cathy

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean and modern rooms. Self serve breakfast was good.

10

Lorraine

May 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay! Clean room and very quaint location. Breakfast was nice many options.

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Month	Average price
January	$77
February	$83
March	$99
April	$105
May	$128
June	$120
July	$108
August	$103
September	$114
October	$110
November	$88
December	$105

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6 $99	7 $99	8 $109	9 $120	10 $109	11 $131	12
13 $108	14 $108	15 $98	16	17 $120	18 $131	19 $120
20	21 $99	22 $98	23 $99	24 $100	25 $108	26 $110
27 $100	28 $100	29 $108	30 $98

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $99	2 $131	3 $108
4 $99	5 $98	6 $100	7 $99	8 $98	9 $117	10 $120
11 $99	12 $99	13 $99	14 $99	15 $99	16 $109	17 $108
18 $100	19 $97	20 $98	21 $97	22 $101	23 $110	24 $110
25 $97	26 $99	27 $98	28 $99	29 $97	30 $109	31 $109

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