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

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A coastal wooden cabin with a glass door, a chair inside, and a view of the sea.
A window with a view of a grassy area and a stone wall.
A rustic cabin with a glass-enclosed porch, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a view of a rocky hillside.
A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, a comfortable chair, and a view of the sea.
A coastal house with a large garden, a garage, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • 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
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly

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 hiking and cave exploring 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
  • The Dark Hedges - 14 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Giant's Causeway - 16 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Coleraine Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nook - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Weighbridge Tea Room & Gift Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O'Connors Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Thyme & Co - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bothy White Park Bay - ‬5 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 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).

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. 192 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 224 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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location . Peaceful and relaxing, near to lots of places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay in our favourite place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The setting of this property is stunning. To wake up to the beach view each morning and to fall asleep listening to the crashing waves! Idyllic!! We spent some quiet evenings up in the garden house with the lovely view. The beds were super comfy. Driving up and down the narrow switch back road is not for the faint of heart but well worth it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking - brilliantLaundry facilities - greatHost - very goodCottage - still very homely, big improvements outside with 2 new patio area’s, fab!!!!Glass house didn’t disappoint again!! Brought some grapes home again!! I’d defo stay here again, hot tub maybe????
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful cottage in the most idyllic location. We have been visiting for many years and we just love it especially the summerhouse. Great improvements have been made adding two lovely sitting areas in the garden. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great sized property, fabulous outdoor space and parking
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 4th time in the cottage and we hope to return. Everything is perfect. The beds and furnishings are super comfy and I love feeling like an A lister when all the passersby stop and stare at the sun room! It’s our favourite home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is by far our favorite rental we've ever stayed in. Leaving was so hard. The glass house was the highlight of the stay-- such a perfect place to spend time with family. Being right on the hiking path along the coast was fantasic-- so nice to wander early mornings and late evenings when the crowds are gone (but do be aware those crowds are walking right by the house during the day). Within a few hundred yards of the house, you have amazing beaches, endless caves, sea arches, sheep, tidepools and rocks to be climbed. Between that and a daily visit to Roark's Kitchen, you could spend a week without needing to go anywhere! Any quirks the house has are charming parts of its history. We found it VERY comfortable and cozy. We especially loved the laundry and all the other supplies available out in the shed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing location right on the water with beautiful views, sheep keeping us company, great walking paths to explore and best of all, the summerhouse! This is a true hidden gem that we enjoyed for five nights and knew we made the right choice from the moment we arrived.Communication was excellent with Turlough from the time we booked months before until we sent a farewell note. If you’re exploring the North Coast, the location is unbeatable near the major attractions and several excellent restaurants. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

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

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

6/10 Okay

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

Superb location

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

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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