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Coleraine, County Londonderry

Bishop's Gate Lodge

The exterior of Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The exterior of Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry | © National Trust / Mike Henton
The sitting room at Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The area surrounding Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry

Bishop's Gate Lodge

A gothic gate lodge on the coastal estate of Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne.

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The sitting room at Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The area surrounding Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The exterior of Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The sitting room at Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The kitchen at Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The bedroom at Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The bathroom at Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The garden at Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The exterior of Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The area surrounding Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The area surrounding Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry
The area surrounding Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry

© National Trust / Mike Henton

A gothic gate lodge on the coastal estate of Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne.

At a glance

Guests
2
Bedrooms
1
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
019021
Acorn rating

About Bishop's Gate Lodge

Bishop’s Gate Lodge is a period retreat for two at the entrance to Mussenden Temple and the Downhill Demesne, an 18th-century estate famous for its eccentric Bishop Earl and his iconic, clifftop folly. The Temple is one of Ireland’s most photographed places and just a mile’s walk away. The clifftop landscape here is steeped in history and nature, with gardens, historic buildings and sweeping North Atlantic views; there’s so much to explore.  

The gate lodge has a woodburning stove for cosy evenings in the sitting room and an abundance of light from high ceilings and tall windows. The bedroom’s half-moon window looks over a pretty, private garden with old stone walls and benches, and a spot for relaxing and dining outdoors.

Right on the doorstep, the Bishop’s Gate leads into the demesne to Bishop’s Gate Gardens, past many rare tree species and then onto open grassland with views of the majestic ruins of Downhill House. Visit the Walled Garden or explore the ruin, and follow the paths to Mussenden Temple, on the cliff edge looking out across the Inishowen Peninsula.

Layout

Ground floor: Front door opens into sitting room with table for two. Kitchen leading to bathroom with shower over bath. Bedroom with double bed.

Outside space

Private garden with table and chairs. Utility room in outhouse under cottage, accessed from outside to the rear. 

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, not available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, not available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, not available

Location

Accessibility

Steps up to the front door. Car parking is a short walk away. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

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Bishop's Gate Lodge, County Londonderry

Tour some of the rooms at Bishop's Gate Lodge, sleeping two.

More information

Ferries: Stena Line offers a 10% discount for National Trust Holidays guests travelling to a cottage or campsite in Northern Ireland. You’ll need your booking reference to access the discount. Please follow this link. We recommend booking your ferry early due to the high demand for popular crossing times at busy times of the year including holiday periods.

Garden: There is an enclosed garden to the rear of the cottage with outdoor seating.

WIFI: We’re pleased to provide free WiFi access at this accommodation which is supported by BT. Please note intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and therefore should not be relied upon.

Heating: The cottage is heated by oil. There is a woodburner in the sitting room.

Parking: There is parking for 2 cars on the throughfare near the cottage

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

Please note: The cottage is located at one of the entrances to the Downhill Demense and so at times, there will be people passing and some noise.

Induction hob: Please note there is an induction hob at this cottage. Guests with pacemakers are advised to check with their doctor to ensure there will be no interference with their pacemaker. Guests with pacemakers are also advised to keep a distance of at least 60cm (2ft) from the hob when cooking.

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