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Ballycastle vacation rentals start at G$23,012 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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4.9 Average rating
Ballycastle stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Ballycastle
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‘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.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
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.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews
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.
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 508 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. 🌊
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 287 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.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
“Top 1%” of homes Seafront BallyCastle, Sea Views
SEA-VIEW+LOCATION directly on Ballycastle seafront! Park & exhale in an updated home with fab views, from the patio, lounge and bedrooms, to the beach, sea, Fairhead & Scotland. On your doorstep the best area attractions: the beach, coast/forest walks, golf, mini-golf, tennis, kid-park, spa, cafes, shops, bars, sea tours, gym, sea tours, ferries to Rathlin & Scotland. And a 2-12 mile stunning coastal drive/bus to the Causeway GOT sights, Rope Bridge, Giants Causeway, Dunluce & Kenbane Castles.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 311 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.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 150 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
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 112 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.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 464 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.
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 300 reviews
Cosy loft apartment
Our cosy loft apartment contains everything you will need for your stay. We hope we have thought of everything, to ensure your trip is comfortable. So after a day at the beach, exploring the beautiful North Coast, or a boat trip to Rathlin Island to see the seals and puffins, you can kick off your shoes, cook up a meal and relax with a good book or in front of the TV. Set in the centre of Ballycastle, this place is a real home from home.
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 170 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.
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviewsPopular amenities for Ballycastle family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Broadskies Cabin, Causeway Coast with sea view.
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 331 reviews
Riders Lodge | Stay Lagom 𓆟 Causeway Base
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews
The Woods at Whitepark Bay
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews
The Old Bushmills Barn, Causeway Coast
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Torr Lodge- luxury log cabin with private hot tub!
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 359 reviews
The Old Mount Manor, Causeway Coast
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews
Luxury Shepherds Hut with hot tub, North Coast NI
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 354 reviews
Shorebraes Farm Stay
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviewsFamily- and pet-friendly home rentals

Workers Cottage 1685 The Causeway Coast N Ireland
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 217 reviews
Lavender Cottage - Sleeps 10
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 215 reviews
Country Cottage on Causeway Coast | Pets welcome
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4.84 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
Porthole Cottage, Dunseverick, Bushmills
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
Strand Cottage Ballycastle
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4.83 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Ballintoy Sea view
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 200 reviews
Spacious cottage, central Ballycastle.
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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Kilcoobin Cottage - 1 mile from Giants Causeway
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4.88 out of 5 average rating, 257 reviewsFamily-friendly home rentals with a pool

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

The Cottage at Roe Park Resort
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When is the best time to visit Ballycastle?
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| Avg. price | G$39,329 GYD | G$36,191 GYD | G$37,447 GYD | G$44,141 GYD | G$44,978 GYD | G$45,187 GYD | G$55,229 GYD | G$42,258 GYD | G$37,237 GYD | G$36,191 GYD | G$34,309 GYD | G$41,003 GYD |
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