Hotels near Mount Stewart House and Gardens

Built in the 18th Century, Mount Stewart is a handsome neoclassical house and garden on the eastern edge of Strangford Lough in County Down in Northern Ireland. Once the seat of the Marquesses of Londonderry, the Vane-Tempest-Stewart dynasty, who bought the estate in 1744, this National Trust-owned property is a must-see for anyone interested in history or horticulture or who likes nothing better than to spend time appreciating beautiful and calm surroundings.

Find out about the history of Newtownards with a stop at Nendrum Monastic Site. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Located on the North Down coast just west of the town of Newtownards, the looming Scrabo Tower is an imposing sentinel in the Northern Irish countryside. Built in 1857 as a memorial to the third Marquis of Londonderry, the turreted tower is constructed from dark stone and resides on a hill 540 feet above sea level. The tower itself is 125 feet high, affording visitors with unbeatable views over the countryside and coastline beyond.

You can find out about the history of Greyabbey when you stop by Grey Abbey. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Bring your family to Drumawhey Junction Railway and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Donaghadee. Wander the marina and parks while you're in the area.

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Store House during your trip to Portaferry. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kiln House during your trip to Portaferry. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Miller's House during your trip to Portaferry. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.