Hezlett House

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Hezlett House

Downhill, County Londonderry
County Londonderry

National Trust

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Hezlett House
Grid reference: C77223489
Location: 55°9’19"N, 6°47’22"W
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Website: Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House

Hezlett House is a 17th-century cottage at Downhill in County Londonderry. It stands at the crossroads near the village and.

The house was built around 1691 which makes it one of the oldest standing houses in Ulster. It was originally a rectory or farmhouse is owned and maintained by the National Trust, along with the neighbouring Downhill Demesne.

The cottage provides a sight of life on the farm in 17th-century Londonderry, a story told through people who once lived here. The beautiful grounds have been lovingly restored including a small working fruit orchard and kitchen garden.

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