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

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Property grounds
Beach
Exterior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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BALLYCASTLE, NIR
  • Place, Causeway Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballintoy Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sheep Island
    ‪5 min drive‬

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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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 hiking and mountain climbing 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
  • Sheep Island - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Giant's Causeway - 18 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Coleraine Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nook - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Weighbridge Tea Room & Gift Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Morton’s Fish & Chip Shop - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Anzac Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪O'Connors Bar - ‬11 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 210 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Beautiful cottage in a wonderful setting comfortable beds and everything you need is provided great communication with the host the summerhouse is the star of the show for us we loved our relaxing evenings up there .. definitely recommend you stay here little gem we will return again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

GEOFFREY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
spectacular location
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful location. One thing everyone renting should be aware of...it is at the end of a dead end road with a tourist site parking lot there. Fine off season and weekdays, but even in april it was crowded on the weekend. Not a lot of noise...but plenty of people walking the trail and coast right in front of the rental. I would definitely stay again...as picturesque as you can find!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! We had everything we needed for our idyllic week on the Causeway Coast. The cottage was cosy even though the wind was biting. Being close to the natural world, sea, waves, seabirds, clouds and horizon were what we wanted and this was heaven. Thank you for your hospitality and letting us use your splendid house on the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sam h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location for both adults and kids
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect with amazing sea views and walks to local beaches and coastal pathways nearby. The host was very helpful and responsive with queries we had about the property. The cottage was rustic with a large garden and a separate sun room with views out to sea.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

clifford b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location Location. They are very lucky people to own such a property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location, loved the summer house and garden. Cottage small but cosy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and breathtaking views!! Everything was perfect for our first visit to Ireland to watch our daughter get married at Dunluce Castle!!Right on the waters edge and close to some great restaurants. There were so many great sites and places to visit close by. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place with great viewe
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant as usual. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retirement bliss

Fantastic location right on the coast; beautiful scenery added to the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2025
Lovely to see you Brian. Last guest ever. Sad day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most breathtaking place I have ever stayed. Must explore all around this cottage! I could eat breakfast lunch and dinner at Roark's Kitchen. Mussels at fullerton arms were a family favorite! And must try the seafood chowder at carrick-a-rede!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Many thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great break away at our favourite cottage

We have stayed here many times before and its always a joy perfect location very relaxing lovely time
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

An outstanding location for a property full of character
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break

We had a lovely time, the views were amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peefect family spot

Loved our stay here. Amazing location, beautiful walks right on the doorstep and great location for all activities around Causeway Coast. Has everything you need for a family stay, and brilliant outdoor space for dog too
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb location

Great location and good communication with the owner.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Retreat

We simply love the cottage. We have had many great stays here and it’s hard to believe that we will not be back as it’s being sold.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Peaceful

We had a wonderful stay - and the view from the sun room was stunning - at any time of day. The cottage was the perfect size for the 2 of us and all the facilities we required. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Stunning views from the sun house
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location!

The location was everything. The cottage was well equipped for a family and we loved it so much we’ve booked to go back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivien B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Super location for this cottage and it has everything you need for your stay. Excellent care and communication by owner Turlough.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Historic cottage set in the most beautiful location of Ballintoy Harbour. Lots of walks on the doorstep, quiet and peaceful out of season and understandably busy in the summertime.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs

Amazing location with lots to do in the area
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
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