Santa's Cottage - The Official Residence Of Santa In Ireland

Santa's Cottage is located in the heart of the Mourne Mountains in County Down, between Rostrevor and Hilltown. Completely secluded from modern life and surrounded by mountains and forests in one of Ireland's most beautiful natural areas, it is no surprise that Santa Claus chose here as his place of rest in preparation for the busy Christmas period.

The cottage itself is a traditional Irish cottage that dates back to the 19th Century. With white-washed walls, stone floors and open fires Santa's Cottage is truly a living representation of life in Ireland in days gone by. Like our ancestors Santa lives completely off the land. He grows fruit in the orchard, potatoes and other vegetables in the garden and collects the eggs that the hens lay each morning for his breakfast. Santa also gets his water fresh from the springs that flow out from the mountainside.

As well as the garden and orchard the grounds surrounding the cottage contain a large wildflower meadow that is really a sight to behold when in full bloom on a sunny summer's day. There are also three ponds that are filled from the water that runs down through the mountains and these ponds provide a bathing area for the geese. Santa really enjoys a large trout for his dinner and is often seen relaxing near one of these ponds with his fishing rod and net.

The geese patrol the area around the cottage and make noise to let Santa know when visitors have arrived to see him. Turkeys and hens also wander around busily providing a farm-like feel and Santa's cats are normally found inside, curled up on a chair enjoying the warmth provided by the large open fire.

Come and visit Santa's Cottage in the Mournes now and experience for yourself what it was like to live in a real Irish cottage during Famine times. This is the ideal location for people who want to step back in time to see the surroundings where our ancestors lived. If you are interested in making a booking, view the booking page now for more details. All ages from 1 to 101 are welcome at Santa's Cottage in the Mournes.