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Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Causeway Coast
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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BALLYCASTLE, NIR
  • Place, Causeway Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballintoy Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballintoy Church
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.

One of the most photographed and painted scenes in Ireland, Ballintoy Harbour. O' Rourkes Cottage is nestled at the foot of impressive limestone cliffs with a large private gardens looking southwest towards uninterrupted sea views, The Giants Causeway and Donegal. A perfect sun trap to enjoy the most breath taking views possible. Garden sun room with gas stove on elevated position in the back garden giving year round views of the Atlantic Ocean and stunning seascapes. The cottage is merely 40 feet from the beach with direct access from the cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
All house trained pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside. Smoking permitted in garden.
If the house has not been cleaned to your satisfaction conatct us within 24 hrs.
All beds should be stripped and linen placed on the floor. Families only please, no parties etc
Oven, microwave, sinks etc must be thoroughly cleaned and all floors swept clean. All Rubbish MUST BE BAGGED and placed in the bins please.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1895796
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ballycastle

Located in Ballycastle, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Ballintoy Church and Causeway Coast are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Giant's Causeway and Antrim Coast and Glens. Travelling with kids? Consider Giant's Causeway and Bushmills Railway and Barry's Amusements. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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BALLYCASTLE, NIR

What's nearby

  • Causeway Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ballintoy Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ballintoy Church - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Giant's Causeway - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Torr Head - 25 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Coleraine Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nook - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Morton’s Fish & Chip Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪O'Connors Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bothy White Park Bay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.?

As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views. on 7 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,413, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ballycastle holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Ballintoy Harbour, Whitepark Bay and Ballintoy Church. Carrick-a-Rede and Causeway Coast are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Lisa and Turlough McShane

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Lisa and Turlough McShane have renovated this 17th century cottage to include all modern conveniences. Wifi and Cable TV. We have gone to great lenghts to ensure you and your family have a unique experience at Ballintoy Harbour.

Why they chose this property

One of the most photographed cottages in the world, O Rourkes cottage is set at the foot of stunning limestone cliffs facing south west to catch the sun and glorious sun sets. Private gardens with spacious sun lounge overlooking unhindered views of the Giants Causeway and the North Atlantic. No other property in Ireland has a garden with views like this.
Private parking for 2 cars to the front.
Private laneway from public carpark at Ballintoy Harbour lead you round to this magical location.

What makes this property unique

Spectacular, private and secluded gardens overlooking a unique coastal heritage site. Breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean, Giant's Causeway ,Donegal and the western Islands of Scotland.

Languages:

English, Italian
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