All Seasons B&B run by Tracey Lafferty finished top of the list in the Northern Ireland Hidden Gem category after being judged by a panel of industry experts at a glittering awards ceremony in London. Two other independent accommodation businesses shortlisted from the Northern Ireland also competed across a variety of categories including: ‘Bed, Breakfast and Beyond’ and ‘’Direct Line for Business Outstanding Host.’
These independently owned B&Bs, guesthouses, boutique hotels and holiday rentals were shortlisted to represent the pinnacle of UK and particularly Northern Ireland hospitality, providing some of the country’s most special holiday experiences in a variety of settings.
The eviivo Awards, now in their fifth year, were hosted at the luxurious Grand Connaught Rooms in London, and recognised the very best of the UK’s world-class independent accommodation sector. eviivo reports that year on year, properties that were shortlisted in previous years command prices that are 8% higher than the rest of the sector and enjoy 17% higher occupancy level across the range of nominees, regardless of the location, grade or type of accommodation they offer.
Sarah Alexiou, B&B owner of Woolmarket House, Chipping Campden and winner of the Most Beautifully Presented Award 2018 commented: ”The interest generated in Woolmarket House since receiving the Most Beautifully Presented award almost 12 months ago has been remarkable. Winning the award really put us on the map and meant that many more visitors from across the UK and around the world have become aware of our boutique-style country getaway. Combined with the additional publicity from media, this has played a significant part in generating new enquiries and substantially increasing the level of exposure. The award has proven to be a fantastic way to attract new guests.”
eviivo Awards Shortlisted Properties from Northern Ireland:
Bed, Breakfast and Beyond
Station B&B
Derry, Londonderry
Outstanding Host/ Hidden Gems and Star Amongst Stars
All Seasons B&B
Portrush, County Antrim
Hidden Gems and Star Amongst Stars
Shelleven Guest House
Bangor, County Down
Hidden Gems and Star Amongst Stars
Station B&B
Derry, Londonderry
Hidden Gems and Star Amongst Stars
Ivanhoe Hotel
Belfast, County Down
Hidden Gems and Star Amongst Stars
Village Cottage
Bushmills, County Antrim
