About

Welcome to our Guest House nestled in the Mournes

About The Brambles

About

Welcome to our Guest House nestled in the heart of Newcastle Country Down!

Thank you for checking out our website and we hope you book with us and an enjoyable and relaxing time and most importantly that you sleep well.

As I’m sure you know The Mourne area is a beautiful location that combines history, natural beauty, and warm hospitality. From the shores of the Irish Sea to the Mourne Mountains, we truly do have it all. And with this brings a wealth of experiences for visitors like yourself to explore and enjoy.

The team and I, are ready to extend a warm welcome, and are on hand to help create a memorable experience where possible. Please do not hesitate in asking us any queries you may have, and we will do our best to ensure your needs are met including recommendations on local attractions, dining experiences, and hidden gems that will make your visit truly unforgettable.

We have recently bought Glassdrumman House (December 2023) and we have embarked on a rigorous renovation plan, to make your experience here a more comfortable and memorable one. 

We hope to open in time for Summer 2024 and we have renamed the property The Brambles to reflect what we are doing at The Briers in Newcastle.

Once again on behalf of myself and the team I would like to thank you for choosing to stay in The Briers and we hope your stay will be filled with joy, relaxation, and a sense of genuine hospitality.

A charming guest house

Looking for a relaxing country get away?

Whether you are looking for time away to relax, or playing golf at Royal County Down, you will love your stay with us.

The perfect place to relax

Our Services

Breakfast

All rooms include a serve yourself continental breakfast

Free Wi-Fi

We have fibre broadband in every room and throughout

Bar

We serve a selection of beers, wines and spirits

Sky TV

Watch your favourite sports in our snug room

Pet Friendly

We have a number of rooms to bring your furry friends

Concierge Service

We are happy to help before and during your stay

Storage

We have storage for golf clubs and other luggage

Parking

Free secure parking on site for cars and buses

What our customers say about The Briers

All Reviews
4.6
Expedia
4.5
Booking.com
9.2
Tripadvisor
4.5
Google
4.6
Mark
Mark
4 days ago
on
10
Lovely place on outskirts of Newcastle.
😀 - Old country house but very nicely modernised. Spacious and well furnished. 😞 - Might not be suitable for those without car as it’s well out of town centre.
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Robert Wills
Robert Wills
5 days ago
on
Friendly and welcoming place
Murray
Murray
December 11
on
10
We loved our stay, we arrived with our wee pug who was welcomed just as much as we were, the facilities and cottage were
😀 - The property is in a gorgeous location away from anything else, sheep in a field out the front and a lovely drive in. 😞 - On arrival we were met by Darren who was friendly and respectful. It wasn’t a long outdrawn welcome procedure which I loved, it was to the point and then he left us to it enjoy our stay noting that if we needed anything he would be next door.
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Evelyn G
Evelyn G
8 days ago
on
Just returned from a 3 night stay in the cottage. We were lucky to win the first night. It was wonderfully cosy with really comfy beds. The owner’s were amazing and even helped with the log burner for the hot tub. We loved being able to take our dog with us. We would highly recommended xxxx Can’t wait to stay again.
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Rico Pieroni
Rico Pieroni
8 days ago
on
Lovely stay, my daughter really enjoyed it thank you!
Sarah
Sarah
December 8
on
10
A special memorable trip!
😀 - We had an exceptional visit to the Briers,we stayed in the cottage .We were all mixed ages,my husband,my two kids ,my parents and my brother and we all agreed what a fabulous place it was. Everything was above and beyond our expectations,and it made for a very special memorable trip for us! Thank you to all, we will be back again, many thanks for all your hard work. 😞 - We didn't stay long enough!
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Beverly H
Beverly H
December 6
on
Night away with our 3 furbabies
Super place to stay for a night or 2 away from the rat race. Few minutes drive into Newcastle, lovely views of the mournes and surrounding countryside. This is our 3rd time staying and we will be back again soon. Stayed in the ground floor room with our 3 dogs, lovely big comfy bed, room even had a Christmas tree. Help yourself breakfast in the dining room with lots of choices.
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Evelyn G
Evelyn G
December 4
on
Stay in the cottage.
Just returned from a 3 night stay in the cottage. We were lucky to win the first night. It was wonderfully cosy with really comfy beds. The owner’s were amazing and even helped with the log burner for the hot tub. We loved being able to take our dog with us. We would highly recommended xxxx Can’t wait to stay again.
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