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Ballycastle holiday rentals start at $192 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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4.9 Average rating
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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.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews
Cottage in Ballintoy, Causeway Coast - sleeps 5
Dunnaglea Cottage is a charming Irish cottage with modern comforts. Located on the scenic Harbour Road in Ballintoy, it has generous outside & indoor spaces including lawns, a front patio with beautiful views, and private parking. Ideally located to explore the North Antrim Coast including Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, Giant's Causeway, Dark Hedges, Bushmills Distillery & more. From the cottage, you can enjoy walks to the harbour, beaches, cliff paths, and nearby pub-restaurants & kids play-park.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
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. 🌊
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews
Traditional Irish Cottage near Ballycastle
Over 100 Five Star reviews on trip adviser and Airbnb.The Bothy at Balnaholish is a cosy traditional Irish cottage set in quiet rural surroundings near the sea side town of Ballycastle. There are a wealth of oldie-worldy furnishings including exposed beams, a feature fireplace and a woodburner. The cottage is ideally situated for families and friends wishing to explore the Causeway Coast. 4 star NI Tourist Board Approved and Certificate of Excellence. We now have a small outdoor games room.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 178 reviews
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.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews
Watertop Camping Chalet
Located near Ballycastle in the Green Glens of Antrim. A central spot for fantastic walking and sight seeing on the North Coast. NOTE: Open Farm activities CLOSED. Situated within Watertop Farm, a live working sheep farm. Watertop farm also hosts a 4 star camping and touring caravan site. The unique landscape and geology at Watertop farm ranks it number 14 of the top 100 geological sites in UK. The Chalet is situated within a short distance to many famous Game of Thrones locations also!
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 305 reviews
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
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
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.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 463 reviews
Newly refurbished detached house with sea views
"Safe Harbour" is a newly refurbished 4 bedroom detached house with extensive patio area and secluded mature garden with stunning sea and hill views. All bedrooms have sea views, some all the way to Scotland and Fairhead, backdrop to many scenes from The Game of Thrones. Two of the bedrooms have modern ensuite bathrooms. 18 miles from Royal Portrush for "The Open", 2 minutes walk from the beach, the Rathlin ferry, nearby pubs, restaurants and an 18 holes link golf club.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
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.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 299 reviews
Marcool Cottage
This gorgeous whitewashed cottage with roses growing over the blue half door sleeps six and is in a spectacular location leading on to the end of Ballycastle’s mile-long sandy beach. It is peaceful on a very quiet road and has stunning, uninterrupted views of the North Antrim coast. Sit in the back garden and watch the sunset over the sea, wake in the morning to the sound of waves breaking on the rocks.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
Spacious comfortable 5 bed family home by the sea
'Cushleake House' combines the character and charm of Victorian period features with comfortable accommodation for a large group. Just 600yds from the beach in the pretty seaside town of Ballycastle at the heart of the stunning North Antrim coast. Please note that in July and August our bookings are for a minimum of 7 nights with check-in on Saturdays only
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviewsPopular amenities for Ballycastle family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Broadskies Cabin, Causeway Coast with sea view.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 331 reviews
Riders Lodge | Stay Lagom 𓆟 Causeway Base
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
The Old Bushmills Barn, Causeway Coast
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
The Old Mount Manor, Causeway Coast
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
The Woods at Whitepark Bay
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
Luxury Shepherds Hut with hot tub, North Coast NI
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 353 reviews
Torr Lodge- luxury log cabin with private hot tub!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 357 reviews
Shorebraes Farm Stay
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviewsFamily- and pet-friendly home rentals

Workers Cottage 1685 The Causeway Coast N Ireland
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews
“Top 1%” of homes Seafront BallyCastle, Sea Views
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 310 reviews
Lavender Cottage - Sleeps 10
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews
Country Cottage on Causeway Coast | Pets welcome
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
Ballintoy Sea view
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews
Porthole Cottage, Dunseverick, Bushmills
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews
Strand Cottage Ballycastle
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Spacious cottage, central Ballycastle.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsFamily-friendly home rentals with a pool

Winkle Cottage Portrush Hottub Sea Views Dogs
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews
Top Ranked - Edgewater House Sauna, Pool, Hot Tub
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews
30 minutes from the coast-Luxurious Rural Retreat
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 68 reviews
Carrick-a-Rede | Private Hot tub
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews
The Lodge at Roe Park Resort
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
The Cottage at Roe Valley Resort

Binevenagh Hideaway XL Pod | Private Hot Tub

Dunluce | Private Hot Tub
When is the best time to visit Ballycastle?
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