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‘Casanbarra’ - Luxurious beachside villa.
A uniquely perfect beachfront location! Just a 10 minute walk to town and right on the golf course, you will be spoilt for things to do. Exceptional sea views from every room! Several outdoor seating areas and decks to enjoy the unique location with the added bonus of a fire pit. Large kitchen and dining room, 2 separate lounges with fireplaces and a large sunroom to enjoy the view even on the not so sunny days. Plenty of room to all be together or to spread out and enjoy some quiet time alone.

Harbourview cottage
Gorgeous two bed cottage new to Airbnb August 2021. Situated directly above beautiful Ballintoy harbour and it’s pretty beaches, famous for Game of Thrones. Large private garden and parking. 5 miles to Giants Causeway, 6 miles to Ballycastle. Perfect base for all Causeway Coast attractions and Portrush Golf Course. Spectacular sea views from every room. Large sitting room/kitchen, Wi-Fi, 55” TV & Netflix. King-size bed and two singles, bath, power shower, laundry room and White Company bedding.

Rathlin Sound Apartment.Coastal Relaxed.Causeway
🌊 Coastal Studio with Sea Views & Beach Nearby Relax in our bright & spacious coastal studio apartment overlooking Rathlin Sound and the countryside. This newly built, open-plan retreat features a super-king bed, modern comforts, and stunning views. Just a short stroll to the beach, 1 mile from Ballycastle, 10 miles to the Giant’s Causeway, and around 45 minutes from Belfast or Derry airports — it’s the perfect base to explore the North Antrim Coast or simply unwind and enjoy the sea air. 🌊

“Top 1%” of homes Seafront BallyCastle, Sea Views
SEA-VIEW+LOCATION directly on Ballycastle seafront! Park & exhale in an updated home with fab views, from the patio, lounge and bedrooms, to the beach, sea, Fairhead & Scotland. On your doorstep the best area attractions: the beach, coast/forest walks, golf, mini-golf, tennis, kid-park, spa, cafes, shops, bars, sea tours, gym, sea tours, ferries to Rathlin & Scotland. And a 2-12 mile stunning coastal drive/bus to the Causeway GOT sights, Rope Bridge, Giants Causeway, Dunluce & Kenbane Castles.

The Surf Shack, Causeway Coast, Ballycastle.
The Surfer’s Shack is a unique tiny space created from an upcycled shipping container. The decor is inspired by the local Causeway coastline. If you’re looking for a quiet secluded getaway, this is the place for you, as the shack is surrounded by rolling county Antrim farmlands, all the while being within minutes of the top spots such as the giants causeway, Carrick-a-rede rope bridge, the dark hedges and the Bushmills distillery. A little further (15 minutes drive) will take you to Portrush.

Ivy Cottage, Ballycastle
Ivy Cottage is ideally situated, just 200m away from Ballycastle seafront and a short walk to all the local shops, restaurants and bars. Ballycastle is a perfect location for family holidays, nestled between the nine Glens of Antrim, Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge and the Giants’ Causeway. Rathlin Island is a short boat trip away and there are ample opportunities for days out exploring Fair Head or Murlough Bay, getting the perfect photo at the dark hedges or enjoying golf, tennis or a swim.

Lovely 1 bedroom apartment, central Ballycastle
“The Puffin’s Rest” is located in the centre of Ballycastle. It is a 1 bedroom (king size bed) ground floor apartment in small block. Very central, 100m to shops, bars and restaurants; 600m to beach. Parking (free) on site. Comfy and cosy with facility to sleep maximum 2 (no extra guests). A wee home from home! Ballycastle is a beautiful seaside town on the north coast with a beautiful sandy beach and fabulous walks. Great for tennis, walking, golf, cycling & Game of Throne enthusiasts

Rathlin View Cottage Ballycastle overlooks the sea
This charming, traditional Irish cottage has been fully restored and is uniquely situated on an outcrop of rock. It has a walled garden which is washed on two sides by the sea. It has a stunning location, with breathtaking views out over the sea to Fair Head, Rathlin Island, Kenbane and the Scottish coast. The new conservatory, is an additional feature for guests to enjoy the magnificent views. The cottage accommodates four and has an open fire and oil fired central heating.

Lavender Cottage - Sleeps 10
This detached house is situated in a quiet cul de sac, only 2 mins walk from the beach and tennis courts. Ballycastle Golf Club is 5 minutes walk and there are many pubs and restaurants within the local vicinity. Parking for up to three cars on site and a car park facing the cul de sac. Bedroom one is downstairs as is one bathroom. dEnclosed back patio. If you require accommodation for a larger party please consider combining with Moss Cottage which is on the same cul de sac.

Dunseverick Harbour Cottage (Adult only)
Dunseverick Harbour Cottage is set in a stunning location overlooking the harbour.The cottage is a warm cosy home with breath taking sea views from every window overlooking the Causeway Coast and Rathlin Island.The house has everything you need for a relaxing stay on the stunning north coast.The causeway coast path passes the front gate with beautiful walks in every direction to Whitepark Bay, Ballintoy, Carrickarede rope bridge and the Ulster Way to the Giants Causeway.

Ballycastle Tower
Built in 1846, “The Tower” sits proudly in the middle of a row of six terraced cottages known as the Old Coastguard Cottages, Ballycastle. Beautifully restored, this 3-storey, 3 bedroom unique property has fantastic panoramic views to Fairhead, Rathlin Island and over the Irish Sea to Scotland and is ideally situated to sight see around the magnificent North Coast. The Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge and Bushmills Distillery are all within a 30min drive.

Whiterocks Villa
Beautiful property inside and out with the most stunning views of Royal Portrush Golf Course and only a stones through away from whiterocks beach. This home really need to be seen to be appreciated in its full entirety. Enjoy a glass of wine on the terrace and watch the sun set over the Whiterocks, take romantic walks along the beach or head into Portrush (1 mile away) for a night to remember. Once you stay one or two nights you will want to come back again.
Popular amenities for Ballycastle family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

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Winkle Cottage Portrush Hottub Sea Views Dogs

Waterfall Luxury Caves - (Hazel Cave)

The Woods at Whitepark Bay

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The Burrow at No. 84

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Strand Cottage Ballycastle

Ashbrook Cottage

Ballintoy Sea view

Cook's Quarter's Annexe of charming Camus House

Mill Workers Cottage (Sleeps 2)

Beach house at Glens of Antrim

Design led 2 bedroom apartment in the North Coast

Spacious cottage, central Ballycastle.
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

The Lodge at Roe Valley Resort

Carrick-a-Rede | Private Hot tub

The Cottage at Roe Park Resort

The Lodge at Roe Park Resort

Binevenagh Hideaway XL Pod | Private Hot Tub

Top Ranked AirBnB - Edgewater House Pool - Hot Tub

Causeway | Private Hot Tub

Dunluce | Private Hot Tub
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- Titanic Belfast
- Boucher Road Playing Fields
- Benone Beach
- Portrush Whiterocks Beach
- Ballycastle Beach
- East Strand
- Old Bushmills Distillery
- Titanic Belfast Museum
- Whitepark Bay Beach
- Sse Arena
- Portstewart Golf Club
- Dunluce Castle
- Queen's University Belfast
- The Dark Hedges
- Wild Ireland
- Ulster Museum
- Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
- Belfast Castle
- Derry's Walls
- W5
- The Mac
- Royal Portrush (Dunluce)
- Botanic Gardens Park
- Carrickfergus Castle





