Situated in the heart of Fermanagh, Belle Isle Estate offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historic charm and luxurious accommodation to suit a range of tastes. Set on a private 400-acre estate designated as a Special Area of Conservation, it provides the perfect setting for a truly memorable stay.

Set beside the Victorian kitchen garden, this two-storey retreat sleeps four in two generous bedrooms. Downstairs, an open-plan living and dining room centres on a wood-burning stove, while doors lead on to a private lawn for summer barbecues. A well-equipped country kitchen, Wi-Fi and two modern bathrooms ensure contemporary ease within historic walls.

Once the estate stables, Sycamore now offers a spacious three-bedroom home for up to eight guests. Exposed beams, quarry-tiled floors and a handsome stove infuse character, while the fully fitted kitchen opens straight on to the inner courtyard where you will find your own picnic table and charcoal barbecue.

Beech sleeps four in two restful bedrooms, each with its own bathroom. A bright shaker-style kitchen, cosy sitting room with stove and outlooks across the old carriage arch make this apartment a favourite with couples and young families.

Perfect for a romantic escape, Oak is an intimate one-bedroom loft with a vaulted ceiling, cast-iron stove and galleried bedroom reached by a hand-built staircase. Downstairs a compact kitchen and shower room complete the accommodation, while outside a bistro table catches the evening sun.

Sleeping eight, Chestnut combines three large bedrooms, a farmhouse kitchen and an expansive first-floor drawing room whose tall windows overlook the cobbled yard. Original stonework and a roaring stove offer warmth after days on the water.

Lime’s two bedrooms, two bathrooms and single-level layout make it accessible and convenient. The open-plan living space has leather sofas and a wood-burner and doors open directly to the picnic lawn framed by apple trees.

Rowan mirrors Chestnut in size, accommodating eight across three bedrooms. A handsome dining hall, newly appointed kitchen and private patio ensure leisurely self-catering, while the upstairs lounge crowns the house with panoramic estate views.

Ash is a charming studio-style bolthole featuring a king-size bed, sitting area with stove, galley kitchen and en-suite shower. Doors lead to a small herb-planted terrace – an inviting spot for morning coffee.

Tucked in the far corner of the courtyard, Willow sleeps four in two bright bedrooms. A dual-aspect living room is equipped with a stove, smart TV and soft sofas, while the adjoining kitchen is stocked with all essentials for longer stays.

Converted from the 18th-Century carriage house and set apart from the main courtyard, this two-bedroom dwelling welcomes four guests. Double-height windows flood the open-plan living room with light and a private patio affords uninterrupted lake glimpses.

Coach House 2 mirrors its neighbour in layout but features its own distinctive décor of muted linens and vintage Fermanagh maps. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a vaulted living space with stove make it ideal for a family or two couples travelling together.

Bordering the water’s edge, Cathcart’s Lodge provides a tranquil haven for four. Picture windows frame Upper Lough Erne, and guests can watch dawn mist drift across the channel while breakfast sizzles in the fully fitted kitchen. Outside, steps lead directly to the shore for kayaking and wild swimming.

Named for the stone bridge that links the main island to the inner islet, Bridge House offers two bedrooms, a snug with stove and a generous dining kitchen. Doors open to a deck perched above the reed beds, the perfect vantage point for heron and kingfisher spotting at dusk.

Belle Isle lies at the heart of the Fermanagh Lakelands, a region renowned for glass-still waters, drumlin hills and show-caves. Hire a canoe from the estate jetty, or try your hand at pike and trout fishing in one of Europe’s finest coarse angling destinations. The Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark, the 6th-Century monastic site on Devenish Island and the Georgian streets of Enniskillen are all within easy reach. For walkers, the Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail, Crom Estate and Big Dog Forest offer dramatic panoramas. After a day’s exploration, return to your cottage, light the stove and savour the deep, country quiet that Belle Isle is celebrated for.

Rates: From £220 to £1300 per night.
Minimum 2 night stays.
Maximum of 6 people in largest property.
Larger groups welcome.
Children welcome.
Dogs by arrangement, leads required as a working farm.
Disabled facilities available - please enquire for exact details.
Off street parking.
Wi-Fi/internet access.
Fishing and lake onsite.
4 Star Visit Northern Ireland.

Please note that map locations may be approximate.

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Belle Isle Cottages Website

To make a reservation or to request more information about staying at this accommodation, contact the owner Reception
telephone 028 6638 7231
or email [email protected]