Fodor's Expert Review The Merchant's House
16 Queen St., Derry, Co. Londonderry, BT48 7EQ, Northern Ireland Fodor's Choice
Originally a Victorian merchant's family home built to Georgian proportions, No. 16 Queen Street was then a rectory and bank, before Joan Pyne turned it into one of the city's grandest B&Bs—garnet-color walls, elaborate plasterwork, and a fireplace make the parlor warm and cheerful. Bruno, a handsome bulldog filled with energy and enthusiasm, welcomes visitors. The cellars have been renovated to include three en suite modern bedrooms. Don't miss out on the homemade Seville-orange marmalade. Joan also owns a similar but smaller building three minutes' walk away called the Saddler's House. Enchanting and cozy, this Victorian jewel of a home—who can resist its picture-gallery red living room?—is packed with antiques and family portraits. Self-catering is also available at delightfully modernized Georgian town houses on Pump Street and London Street.
PROS
- Graceful and elegant
- Great value
- Owners are knowledgeable about local sights
CONS
- Rooms next to kitchen noisy in morning
- Small bathrooms
- No amenities
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast