The National Trust was founded in England by three philanthropists during the Victorian era. They were concerned primarily with the impact that industrialization would have on the environment. That was the period of rapid development when civilized people were having their first taste of what it was like to have full control over technology. Men were less concerned then of conservation and of caring for the environment.
The National Trust was intended as an organization that would care for the coastline, landmarks, and the countryside and ensure that they would be safe from the negative effects of development. They do this by acquiring lands and buildings of national and historical importance.
More than a century after its founding the Trust now holds responsibility for almost 250,000 hectares of land in different locations in the United Kingdom. They also care for an additional 600 miles of the best coastline in the country and more than 200 buildings of great historical significance. With the Trust caring for these properties you can be sure that people of the future will still be able to continue enjoying their beauty.
The National Trust is completely independent of the government of the United Kingdom. It is a registered charity and dependent on donations that fund the purchase and upkeep of their properties. A majority of the properties owned by the trust is open to visitors and people can stay at the National Trust Cottages in them. That is also one method of generating money for the organization. The Trust is always looking for ways on how to improve their services so their visitors can appreciate the beauty and importance of the lands and buildings that they have.
The National Trust has holiday cottages in the following areas:
South West England
South East England
East of England
Heart of England
North of England
Wales
Northern Ireland
Let’s take a closer look at some of the cottages that they offer in Northern Ireland. The properties owned by the National Trust offers some of the best scenery that you can find within Northern Ireland. The cottages that they offer there give you the best opportunity to explore the island.
Alder Cottage for example is a perfect place for honeymooners. The place has historical significance and is updated with modern facilities. Another great option for a holiday cottage in Northern Ireland is Murlough Cottage located in Dundrum. This particular cottage was built in the 1840s so you can get that authentic historical feel to the place. It gives an excellent view of the Dundrum Bay. It has also been updated with all the modern facilities.
Badger Cottage can be found in Crom Counth Fermanagh. This cottage faces a courtyard which gives you a great opportunity for sitting in the sun. It has a cheerful little room that all of its visitors have come to love.
Those are just a few of the excellent cottages owned by the National Trust that can be found in Northern Ireland and remember that these National Trust cottages can be found all over the United Kingdom. So why not help preserver the natural beauty of England with your next vacation. Stay at one of these cottages from the National Trust.