Family-friendly vacation rentals in Ballycastle

‘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.

Breath taking sea views

Located a 4minute drive to Ballycastle town. The open plan kitchen, dining and living space lead out through sliding French doors to a private deck, offering breath-taking sea views including Rathlin, Fairhead and Scotland and stunning rural views towards Knocklayde mountain. There are two bedrooms, both with double beds. Kitchen is fully fitted, bathroom has electric shower. Free parking. Free WiFi. The property is located off the main road on our private equestrian property. No pets sorry.

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. 🌊

The Lir Loft: Superb Seaview Penthouse Apartment

Welcome to The Lir Loft, our tranquil haven in the seaside town of Ballycastle on the famous Causeway Coast Route . A secure top floor apartment, with lift, in a gated development, over-looking the Marina, with views to Fairhead, Rathlin & Scotland. Local amenities within 3 min walk include a play park, crazy golf, water bikes, beach, tennis & golf clubs, coastal walks and the ferry to Rathlin. Excellent eateries, restaurants and pubs on your doorstep - with public parking across the road .

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.

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!

THE HIDDEN GEM .BALLYCASTLE

Large, modern, boutique style studio apartment above detached garage on an extensive elevated site with excellent views of Irish sea, Rathlin Island, Fairhead & Scotland. Surrounded by the countryside but only 5 minutes walk into town centre where all shops, bars and resturants can be found. Two minute drive will take you to the seafront and beach. Two minute walk to local forest which is ideal for walking and championship mountain biking. It is a fantastic getaway in the winter also.

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.

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.

Traditional Irish Cottage near Ballycastle

Over 100 Five Star reviews on trip adviser! 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.

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.

Cosy Cottage on Causeway Coast & Glens Sleeps 4

Newly renovated 150 year old Irish cottage with underfloor heating and cozy stove, surrounded by scenic countryside and mountain views. A peaceful retreat just minutes away from beautiful beaches on the Wild Atlantic North Coast, stunning Game of Thrones locations, Bushmills Distillery, The Giants Causeway and seaside town of Ballycastle with all of its amenities.