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Visitor Guide 2008
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Set your
spirit free with
the journey
of a lifetime
To witness the drama of Ireland’s Causeway
Coast and Glens is to walk with the ancient
spirits of its deep glens and experience a
unique blend of majesty and sheer beauty. You
won’t just walk or drive through this land: you
will take a journey of the spirit. This is a special
place for a special holiday and your experience
will be yours alone, for in this corner of the
world we still believe in travellers, not tourists.
The diversity of this sculpted landscape, under
wide bright skies and ever-changing light,
is sharpened by the rare purity of its air;
refreshing, invigorating. No need to rush it for,
as they say here, ‘When God made time, He
made plenty of it!’
And when you have wondered at the
UNESCO unsurpassed natural dramas of the Causeway
Coast and Glens, from the golden sands to
WORLD the purple-browed hills, you’ll find they are
HERITAGE matched by the man made glories. Heritage,
SITE culture and visitor attractions abound. Ancient
castles brood, their stones remembering long-
gone nights of feasting and days of treachery
and slaughter. Crumbling church ruins testify
to the births, the marriages, the deaths of
generations forgotten, their joys, their struggles.
Romance is in that pure air.
If you’re looking for contrasts, the attractions of
the past are well matched by sporting, leisure
and fun activities, by fabulous unspoilt beaches
stretching endlessly, traditional family resorts,
bustling and sophisticated towns with shops
and restaurants for all tastes and pockets.
IDYLLIC
HIDE-
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Contents
4 Causeway Coastal Route
10 Explore a land of surprises
16 The Glens of Antrim
18 Family fun
22 Enjoy the outdoors
26 Myths and legends
28 Come on in - the craic’s great
31 Why this area is so special
32 Your 5 day itinerary
34 Causeway Coast & Glens map
36 Getting here and there
38 Activities
Main pic: Dunluce Castle
DRAMATIC 39 Tours and guides
COAST- 46 Accommodation
LINES
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the essential Irish Journey
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The Causeway Coastal Route, from Belfast and say hello to the little people before you pass
Lough to Lough Foyle is a kaleidoscope journey over one of their bridges and give due respect
of natural wonders, peppered with villages and to thorn trees, for you never know who may be
towns which have retained character and charm living just underneath the spiky branches! Take
over the generations. Each have their own stories time to marvel at the sunset over Carnlough’s
to tell of myth and history and you’ll find that picturesque harbour.
the entire nation seems to boast the famous ‘gift Famed in legend and a million songs, each
of the gab’. This makes asking directions a long of the nine glens has its own distinct character
drawn out affair, for everyone you ask will want and charm. Their very names conjure up ancient
you to see their favourite spot, but it all adds mysteries. Glenarm - the glen of the army
to the charm and, with scenery like this, who’s (Glenarm Castle is the seat of the Earls of Antrim,
hurrying anyway? one of the ancient feudal landowning families),
Just a few miles along Newtownabbey’s Glencloy - glen of the dykes, Glenariff - glen of
Loughshore (offering a magnificent backdrop as the plough, Glenballyemon - Edwardstown Glen,
you start your adventure) is the pretty seaside Glenaan - glen of the little fords, Glencorp - glen of
town of Carrickfergus. Overlooking the marina is the dead, Glendun - the brown glen, Glenshesk -
Ireland’s oldest, best and certainly most famous glen of the reeds and Glentaisie - after Taisie,
preserved Norman Castle, built in the 12th Century princess of Rathlin Island. (Try challenging locals
as a defence against marauders. how many they can name and translate: you may
Travel onwards to the busy commercial centre win or lose the bet, but your audacity will almost
and ferry-port of Larne which is regarded by many certainly engage you in some great conversations!).
as the gateway to the Causeway Coast and Glens. Magnificent Glenariff, with its stern high
Then turn towards Glenarm or alternatively take cliffs and tumbling waterfalls is known as the
a detour around Islandmagee (this being Ireland, ‘Queen of the Glens’. Its upper reaches also
this is not a real island, but a peninsula!) As you embrace one of Ireland’s great forest parks with
drive you’ll be amazed at the dazzling views of the a network of scenic walks by tumbling rivers and
Scottish coast unfolding across the North Channel. panoramic viewpoints.
Glenarm itself is a pretty village at the mouth Take the opportunity to divert inland through
of the first of the glens, which bears the same the flower filled village of Broughshane, and
name. You are now entering an area where clamber up Slemish Mountain, where St. Patrick,
1 Carrick-a-Rede ropebridge fairies and folklore are not to be dismissed: they the Patron Saint of Ireland, is said to have tended
2 Gleno Forest still have mastery of the Glens! Listen to the locals livestock as a slave boy in the 5th Century.
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The town of Cushendall, the ‘capital of the great cliff-top and wild beach walks). a brief encounter with the beautiful Bann Valley,
Glens’, with its unique town-centre tower house Then on to the UNESCO World Heritage Drumaheglis Marina and the market town of
is well worth a meander, before moving on to Site of the Giant’s Causeway, an iconic symbol Ballymoney.
Cushendun, a relaxing ‘time-capsule’ village of the region and one of Ireland’s major visitor Continue on to Coleraine to enjoy shopping
of pretty Cornish-style cottages owned by the attractions. A wonderful honeycomb of almost in relaxed fashion in the town’s attractive
National Trust. From here you could take the 40,000 mainly hexagonal columns packed pedestrianised centre, with well known high street
‘straight’ road to the seaside town of Ballycastle - together from the cliffs right down and into the names and an impressive range of independent
but be careful not to fall prey to the mysterious sea…and echoed again on a more modest scale in shops and major family owned stores.
‘vanishing lake’ of Loughareema! Scotland: this is a sight not to be missed and never Returning on to the Causeway Coastal Route,
If you stay by the coastline for just a while to be forgotten. The natural grandeur of the rock head towards Limavady, via Castlerock. Look out
more, you’ll be rewarded - the narrow road from formations set against the sea creates stunning for the glorious Mussenden Temple, the clifftop
Cushendun to Torr Head is a switchback that views, while the story of the giant Finn McCool folly said to have been inspired by the Temple of
scenically is one of the finest sections of coastal who allegedly made the Causeway as a road to Vesta in Rome. Drive down to Downhill, Benone or
road in Ireland. Torr Head itself is worth a brief meet a Scottish enemy is sure to delight. Magilligan, leave the car for a while and just walk.
diversion for its great seascape views before Take a ride on a traditional steam train (or just These are wonderful windswept and dramatic
heading on, by lonely and lovely Murlough Bay drive) to Bushmills, the home of the world’s oldest beaches, great stretches of unspoilt coastline, so
and behind the massive ramparts of Fair Head, licensed whiskey distillery, established in 1608. long that you will often find yourself quite alone -
to Ballycastle, where, if you’re there in August, Enjoy a ‘wee Bush’ and learn the secret of the and at one - with nature.
you can join in the craic of the Oul’ Lammas Fair. water of life! An old Irish saying has it: ‘When you
Look out for the traditional sticky sweet Yellow From Bushmills, the road runs by the take a path, the path takes you’. The modern
Man, and the edible seaweed, Dulse. Both are fair magnificent cliff-top castle of Dunluce (try to see it interpretation ‘go with the flow’ loses some of the
favourites but you should be able to track them against the setting sun) and then to the traditional romance, but the general advice is wise.
down at other times too. resort towns of Portrush and Portstewart, with
If you have the nerve for it, take your courage their magnificent Blue Flag beaches, hotels,
in your hands and cross the amazing Carrick-a- amusements and stimulating night life, the fun
Rede rope bridge as it swings over an 80 foot venues for generations of people from across the 1 Turnly’s Tower, Cushendall
chasm. Ballintoy Harbour, reached by a steep North of Ireland and well beyond. 2 Glenarm Castle
windy road is a painter’s paradise and the start of After a long walk along Portstewart Strand to 3 Fairhead
the 15-mile Causeway Coast Path, (one of Europe’s clear the head, take the opportunity to divert for 4 Sallagh Ring
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6 must see’s
The Giant’s Causeway
(2 miles east of Bushmills) Ireland’s top tourist
attraction and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
T 028 2073 1855 (Visitors Centre)
T 028 2073 1582 (National Trust)
www.ntni.org.uk
Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge
(Half a mile from Ballintoy) Enjoy the
challenge of crossing the precarious Carrick-
A-Rede rope bridge which crosses a 24m
deep and 18m wide chasm giving access to a
salmon fishery. Stunning views over the sea to
the Scottish coast.
T 028 2073 1582 / 028 2076 9839
www.ntni.org.uk
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Carrickfergus Castle
(Marine Highway, Carrickfergus) Dominating
the town’s skyline is Ireland’s best preserved
Norman Castle.
T 028 9335 1273
www.ehsni.gov.uk
The Folklore of Trees Dunluce Castle
There has always been a strong association in the (3 miles east of Portrush) Clinging fast onto
glens between the hawthorn tree and fairies. Small, a dramatic clifftop, Dunluce is thought to be
gnarled hawthorns, often of great age, survive on the most romantic and picturesque Castle in
slopes and in fields where other obstructions to Ireland dating back to the 14th Century.
the plough have long since been removed. Stories T 028 2073 1938
abound of the misfortunes that have befallen those www.ehsni.gov.uk
foolish enough to cut down a ‘skeoch’, as they are
known (someone struck dumb or even a man’s head Old Bushmills Distillery Co.
turned back-to-front). (Main Street, Bushmills) Pass by the shining
Twigs of hazel are favoured by water diviners copper stills and age old casks before sampling
and noted for providing protection against the finest Irish Malt Whiskey at the world’s
mischievous fairies, (tying a hazel branch to a horse oldest licensed whiskey distillery.
discourages fairies from taking the animal). Alder, on T 028 2073 1521
the other hand, is feared for harbouring water spirits www.bushmills.com
and the ash is said to be the first tree that lightning
will strike, and should be avoided in a storm. Downhill Demesne & Mussenden Temple
The survival of beliefs and traditions within the (1 mile west of Castlerock) Perilously close to
glens continues to enrich the cultural heritage of the edge of a sheer drop stands this beautiful
the area, and, although not everyone will admit to 18th Century folly, originally inspired by the
believing in fairies, few would dare to cut down a Tivoli Temple of Vesta.
hawthorn tree. T 028 2073 1582
A lone fairy tree on the glens www.ntni.org.uk
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Historic
attractions
Sentry Hill
(40 Ballycraigy Road, Newtownabbey)
This Victorian farmhouse and garden tells the
story of the McKinney family in Ulster during
the 19th and 20th Centuries.
T 028 9034 0064
www.newtownabbey.gov.uk
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Hezlett House
(107 Sea Road, Castlerock) 300 year old
thatched cottage with timber frames dating
from 1690, making it one of the oldest
buildings in Northern Ireland.
T 028 2073 1582
www.ntni.org.uk
Pattersons Spade Mill
(751 Antrim Road, Templepatrick) The last
surviving water-driven spade mill in Ireland.
Enjoy a guided tour and see spades being 2
made with the original hammers and press.
T 028 9443 3619 / 028 2073 1582
www.ntni.org.uk
Arthur Cottage
(Dreen, Cullybackey) The ancestral home
of the 21st President of the USA, Chester
Alan Arthur.
T 028 2565 7161
T 028 2588 0781 (seasonal)
www.ballymena.gov.uk
Flame, The Gasworks Museum of Ireland 3
(44 Irish Quarter West, Carrickfergus) Ireland’s
sole surviving and fully restored coal gasworks, 1 Loughareema (the vanishing lake!)
dating from 1855. 2 Carrickfergus Marina
T 028 9336 9575 3 Rathlin Island
www.flamegasworks.co.uk 4 Mussenden Temple
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Explore a land
of surprises
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1 Carnlough Harbour The Causeway Coast and Glens will charm and Bann a few miles from the coast is a shopper-
2 Giant’s Head, Portrush delight even the most jaded traveller and visitors friendly university town on whose edge slumbers
3 Drumaheglis Marina, Ballymoney return year after year to enjoy the natural and the home of the first people to settle in Ireland
4 Celtic Cross near Glenarm man-made beauties along the coast. nine thousand years ago, at Mountsandel.
If you are prepared, however, to turn your back Serious shoppers in search of retail therapy
on the sea and drive inland, you’ll find another, should be sure to visit the extensive retail park
perhaps less well known, vision of the region. at Newtownabbey and the wide range of outlets
Bustling bright towns with lively offered by the modern shopping centres in
entertainment, hills and moorland to ramble in, Ballymena. Ballymoney and Limavady, for
forests and parks to explore, rivers to cruise, fish centuries important market towns, and which
to boast about (without stretching the truth!), still retain many of their traditional family-owned
golf galore and sites that breathe the history of a stores are also well worth a visit. Smaller towns,
people who shaped not only their own land but steeped in history, each with a unique character
many lands far off… few regions so compact can and charm will give you something to talk about
boast such a surprising and exciting diversity of and remember.
attractions. Coleraine which straddles the River
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No fewer than three American Presidents have the Garron Plateau, high above lovely Glenariff -
their family roots in the region. The parental once densely peopled by neolothic farmers, now a
home of Andrew Jackson, 7th President, at wide and empty moorland where the wind sighs
the wonderfully named Boneybefore near and stirs the water of the lonely lakes.
Carrickfergus has been carefully restored (and Less wild, but no less enticing, are the country
is complemented now by the more modern and urban parks - Carnfunnock near Larne, with
US Rangers Centre nearby); Arthur Cottage in its acres of parkland rolling down to the sea,
Cullybackey near Ballymena, family home of Limavady’s Roe Valley with its romantic river
Chester Alan Arthur, 21st President, has also been walks, Riverside Park at Ballymoney or even, along
restored, and visitors can view the site of the the shore of Belfast Lough, in Newtownabbey, the
ancestral home of 25th President William McKinley parkland walks of Hazelbank and Jordanstown.
at Conagher near Ballymoney. Coleraine has established a network of woodland
Hezlett House near Castlerock is a magnificent and riverside parks, walks and cycle tracks.
example of skilful restoration work, in this case a For the nature-lover there is a constantly
thatched house dating from the 1600s. You can unfolding diversity of plant and animal habitats,
also visit the spot, near Ballycastle, where radio from deep and shady river gorges to windswept
was born! It was from here that Marconi sent the cliffs. Geologically the area, and especially the
world’s first wireless message, across the sea to coast, with its exposed rocks, tells stories of
2 Rathlin Island, in 1898. ruptured continents and the birth of oceans, and is
Ballycastle, Ballymoney, Ballymena, Larne one of the most important in the British Isles.
and Carrickfergus have established local museums The landscape of the Causeway Coast and
where the history and customs of their areas can Glens is outstanding, with statistics that reinforce
be studied at suitably relaxed and pleasurable pace. the claim: the region can boast of the UNESCO
For the rambler and the hill-walker the World Heritage Site of the Giant’s Causeway, seven
hinterland of the Causeway Coast and Glens Special Protection Areas, eleven Special Areas of
will draw you in with open arms to explore its Conservation, fifty four Areas of Special Scientific
spreading forests and moors. Walk through forest Interest, six globally recognised wetland sites,
1 Carrickfergus Castle tracks and chattering streams to the moonscape sixteen national nature reserves and four Areas of
2 Glenarm marina summit of Trostan, Co Antrim’s highest point, or Outstanding Natural Beauty!!
3 Broughshane, Entente Florale winner to great Knocklayd rising like an ancient volcano
4 Newtownabbey Loughshore behind Ballycastle. Feel the bite of the wind on DO NOT FORGET YOUR CAMERA!
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Local crafts,
shops and tea rooms
Bannside Craft Shop & Junction One
Coffee Shop 111 Junction One International
11 Ballymena Road, Portglenone Outlet Shopping, Antrim
T 028 2582 1754 T 028 9442 9111
www.junctionone.co.uk
Creative Gardens
Bushmills Garden Centre Pretty Crafty Design at
88 Ballyclough Road, Bushmills Willow Garden Tea Room
T 028 2073 1287 5 Springbank Road, Castlerock
www.creativegardens.net T 028 7084 8146
www.prettycraftydesignstudio.com
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Gloonan Gallery
13 Church Street, Ahoghill, Ballymena R&J Hillis
T 028 2587 8470 27-29 Main Street, Portrush
www.gloonangallery.net T 028 7082 3203
www.giftwareireland.com
Magpie Crafts
70 Ringrash Road Crusoes Coffee Shop
Macosquin, Coleraine 29 Sea Road, Castlerock
T 028 7032 1131 T 028 7084 9618
M 07802 248 679 M 07746 578 179
E magpiecrafts@btinternet.com www.crusoescoffeeshop.co.uk
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Museums
Ballymoney Museum
(Townhead Street, Ballymoney) The museum
traces the history of the area and the character Ossian the Bard
of the people. A variety of artefacts are on Ossian the Bard was the son of Finn McCool
display and exhibitions change throughout the and a great warrior and poet. Ossian was
year. The museum also features themes such tempted to dwell with Niamh, a lady of the
as motorcycle road racing. ‘Underworld’, the ‘Land of Eternal Youth’,
T 028 2766 0230 where no one ever aged. He was warned
www.visitballymoney.com never to set foot on land again or he would
at once grow old and frail. But he could
Mid-Antrim Museum not resist coming back to Glenaan, and set
(The Braid, Bridge Street, Ballymena) The new about doing so on horseback, but he fell
state of the art Mid-Antrim Museum, opened from his horse while assisting an old lady,
in Spring 2008, offers a fascinating museum and on contact with the ground aged and
experience for all the family. died almost at once. A stone-age burial cairn
T 028 2565 7161 near Cushendall has long been romantically
www.mid-antrimmuseums.org associated with the grave of Ossian.
Ossian’s grave
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1 Dark Hedges, near Ballymoney
2 Binevenagh, Limavady
3 Hezlett House, Castlerock
4 Black Arch, Ballygally
5 Portstewart Harbour
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The Glens of Antrim
These nine famous glens, endowed
with evocative names and blessed
with a diversity of landscape are also
rich in history, in folklore and in the
natural beauty that is a world away
from the frantic bustle of modern life.
Famed in legend are the magnificent Glens of Glencorp: The glen of the slaughtered, close by
Antrim. The rich musical sounds of their names Glenaan and roughly parallel to the main road
and their meanings relate to the character of from Cushendall to Cushendun.
the glens or events of long ago. Characterised
Glenaan: The glen of the colt’s foot or rush lights,
by tumbling waterfalls, rushing rivers, lush forest
a rugged glen - having the site of the legendary
parks and spectacular scenery, each glen is unique
Ossian’s grave, with the Cushendall - Ballymoney
in its beauty and each deserves a visit.
mountain road.
Glenarm: The glen of the army - with Glenarm Glendun: The glen of the brown river, adjacent
village, eleven miles north of Larne, on the to Cushendun village; spanned by a viaduct on
famous Antrim Coast Road. the main Cushendall - Ballycastle road.
Glencloy: The glen of the hedges, two miles Glenshesk: The sedgy glen, east of the town of
north of Glenarm, with the village of Carnlough at Ballycastle, and sweeping towards the ruins of
its foot. historical Bonamargy friary.
Glenariff: The arable or fertile glen, the best- Glentaisie: The glen of ‘Tasie of the bright sides’,
known of the nine, which sweeps majestically roughly west of Ballycastle and, like Glenshesk,
towards the village of Waterfoot. close to the town.
Glenballyemon: Edwardstown glen, at the foot of
which is Cushendall - more or less at the centre of
the nine glens.
Parks & Gardens Glenarm Castle
(2 Castle Lane, Glenarm) The Walled Garden
and Tea Room with various events from a
Fine Food Fair to Classical Music make this a
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must visit destination.
T 028 2884 1203
www.glenarmcastle.com
Forest Parks
Glenariff Forest Park, Portglenone Forest,
Ballypatrick Forest, Coleraine Woods. These
are just a few of the forests in the area, for
information contact Forest Service.
T 028 2955 6000
Benvarden Gardens www.forestserviceni.gov.uk
(36 Benvarden Road Dervock) The Walled Garden
has been in existence since 1788. There is also a Roe Valley Country Park
small lake, woodland walks and tea room. (41 Dogleap Road, Limavady) Beautiful
T 028 2074 1331 riverside walks await the visitor here as well
www.benvarden.com as a countryside museum.
T 028 7772 2074
Carnfunnock Country Park www.ehsni.gov.uk
(Drains Bay, Coast Road, Larne) Country
park consisting of mixed woodland, colourful Ballyrobert Cottage Garden & Nursery
gardens, walking trails, coastline, family fun zone (154 Ballyrobert Road, Ballyclare) Beautifully
and visitors centre. designed & maintained garden with specialist nursery.
T 028 2827 0541 T 028 9332 2952
www.larne.gov.uk/carnfunnock www.ballyrobertcottagegarden.co.uk
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2 Carnfunnock Country Park
3 Wild garlic, Glenarm
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Family fun
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See the sights of Portrush, Northern Ireland’s offer at Waterworld, Portrush’s amazing indoor
premier seaside resort, from the comfort of the seaside centre.
unique road train familiarly known as the Portrush Finn McCool’s Adventure Playground, Treasure
Puffer. Listen to one of the many band concerts at Fortress and Turbo Tours are three of the exciting
Portstewart’s Crescent as the children splash in the attractions found at the Dunluce Centre, Portrush,
sea water pools or spin around in the motorised also complemented by the Centre’s Viewing Tower
‘bumper cars’. providing panoramic views for miles around.
Enjoy the outdoor heated splash pools at White knuckle rides, waltzers and other
Benone Tourist Complex where mums and dads scream inducing thrills await the fearless at Barry’s
can try out the golf practice range and older ‘kids’ Amusement Park, Portrush. For something entirely
can tackle the adventure play areas. different, Giant’s Causeway and Bushmills Railway
Practise your serve at one of Ballycastle’s will take you on a steam locomotive along the
championship tennis courts - grass or all weather, magnificent coastal stretch between Bushmills and
the choice is yours. Experience country life first the Giant’s Causeway.
hand at Leslie Hill Open Farm near Ballymoney, or Atlantic breakers crashing on white sandy
go for a ramble through one of the many country shores. Shallow waters lapping on quiet sheltered
parks dotted throughout the region. bays. The Causeway Coast and Glens has beaches
Every major town from Limavady to Larne, to refresh and relax both body and soul. Stretch
1 Benone Strand Ballymoney to Ballyclare has a fully equipped out on the magnificent beach at Ballycastle and
2 Barry’s, Portrush leisure centre, all offering a mixture of pools, watch the ferries move through the waves to
3 Portrush Puffer flumes and state of the art fitness suites. Pirate Scotland and to nearby Rathlin Island, home of
4 Portstewart Strand ships, water cannons, eighty metre waterslides that famous spider which encouraged Scottish King
5 Splashing about and a bowling alley are only a little of what is on Robert the Bruce to try, try and try again!
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Enjoy long walks along Whitepark Bay as Portrush, where miles of uninterrupted sands and spade fun. Free your spirit of discovery and
it sweeps wide between the tiny harbour of provide the ideal place for family enjoyment. explore their many sand dunes, natural habitats
Portbraddan and the rock stacks at Ballintoy. A Peace and calm characterise Brown’s Bay for a rich variety of plant life. Race into the bracing
veritable treasure trove for shellseekers, just like at the north end of Islandmagee. Lying in the waters off the Blue Flag Portstewart Strand or
the award winning Benone Strand whose seven shadow of Fairhead is the crescent shaped simply stroll along its two mile stretch.
miles of firm golden sands stretch from the cliffs Murlough Bay, another oasis of tranquillity. And as day draws to a close, find a romantic
at Downhill to Magilligan Point displaying their Between the two are dotted the picturesque spot at Portballintrae, Castlerock or indeed at any
Blue Flag qualities. Blue Flags fly proudly over little beaches at Ballygally, Glenarm, Carnlough, of the pretty resorts and watch the sun setting
the White Rocks and the West & East Strands at Cushendall and Cushendun, just perfect for bucket slowly over the calm, glistening waters.
1 White Rocks, Portrush
2 Benone Tourist Complex
3 Waterworld, Portrush
4 Whitepark Bay
5 West Strand, Portrush
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Family attractions
Waterworld Watertop Farm
(The Harbour, Portrush) Leisure pool (188 Cushendall Road Ballycastle)
complete with a range of water Take a breathtaking ride on the
features. Six lanes of 10-pin bowling Paddywagon to see the farm -
with computerized scoring and colour a great day out for the family.
graphics. T 028 2076 2576
T 028 7082 2001 M 07886 631 736
www.northcoastni.com www.watertopfarm.co.uk
Giant’s Causeway and The Jet Centre
Portrush Countryside Centre Benone Tourist Complex Bushmills Railway (Castleroe Road, Coleraine) Offering
(8 Bath Road, Portrush) Coastal and (53 Benone Avenue, Limavady) (Runkerry Road, Bushmills) A a six screen Movie House Cinema
marine exhibitions, indoor rock pool Backed by the golden sands of heritage railway providing a showing all the latest films, an
and live sea creatures. Benone Beach, a premier tourist passenger link between the town indoor children’s play area, state of
T 028 7082 3600 complex with golf course, tennis of Bushmills and the famous Giant’s the art ten pin bowling, as well as
www.ehsni.gov.uk courts and outdoor splash pools Causeway World Heritage Site. two restaurants.
T 028 7775 0555 T 028 2073 2844 T 028 7035 0000
Leslie Hill Open Farm
www.limavady.gov.uk www.freewebs.com/ www.thejetcentre.co.uk
(Leslie Hill, Ballymoney) Beautiful
giantscausewayrailway
Georgian Estate & farm yard with Dunluce Centre
teashop and walled garden and a (10 Sandhill Drive, Portrush) With Barrys Amusements
large collection of animals and poultry. Treasure Fortress, a high-tech treasure (16 Eglinton Street Portrush) The
T 028 2766 6803 hunt, Finn McCools Playground and largest amusement park in Ireland
M 07895 074 360 4D Turbo Tours. with the latest rides.
www.lesliehillopenfarm.co.uk T 028 7082 4444 T 028 7082 2340
www.dunlucecentre.co.uk www.barrysamusements.com
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Enjoy the outdoors
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Pull on your walking boots, hook up your waders stunning coastal views in Europe. The region has
or dispense with footwear altogether and jump an entire network of quiet country lanes which
into activity mode. Whether you want to watch or allow you to take a trip inland to experience rural
participate, there are sports and leisure activities life, close to nature and miles away from the
in abundance on the Causeway Coast and Glens. hustle and bustle. On a clear day you can see
for miles - green fields, stone walls and forests
Golf with stunning mountains as a backdrop - and all
Bracing links courses commanding magnificent the way to Scotland. 14 cycling routes stretch
views across the sea complement beautiful throughout the region, including the National Cycle
parkland courses with tree lined fairways and Network Route 93.
manicured greens. Amateur and professional
golfers alike will be both challenged and charmed Walking
by the variety of the region’s golfing opportunities. Whether you are a dedicated rambler or just enjoy
Walk in the footsteps of Arnold Palmer and Gary a stroll, you can’t help but be impressed by the
Player as you play the magnificent championship range of trails throughout the area. The region has
Dunluce course at Royal Portrush Golf Club. a wide variety of walks including, rugged coastal
Former host to the Open and the Senior British paths, rolling glens, country parks and mountain
Open, it has been described by top international paths. Taking in some of the region’s most
professional Darren Clarke as one of the world’s magnificent scenery, walking in the Causeway
greatest links. Coast and Glens is an experience not to be missed.
Cycling Angling
Cycling in the Causeway Coast and Glens is an The Causeway Coast and Glens is a haven for
absolute delight, allowing you to experience anglers with waters varying from large rivers
1 Royal Portrush Golf Club its natural beauty, with highlights including the to small spate streams, from coastal waters
2 Horseriding, Downhill Beach breathtaking Glens of Antrim, the river valleys to loughs, with purpose-built angling stands
3 Radisson Roe Golf & Spa Resort of the Bann and Roe, and 100 miles of the most providing the best access in many locations.
Golf courses
3
Amateur and professional golfers are
spoilt for choice with the variety and
quality of links courses and beautiful
parkland courses.
Royal Portrush Golf Club (2 courses)
T 028 7082 2311
Portstewart Golf Club (3 courses)
T 028 7083 2015
Ballycastle Golf Club
T 028 2076 2536
Castlerock Golf Club (2 courses)
T 028 7084 8314
Gracehill Golf Club
T 028 2075 1209
Galgorm Castle Golf Club
T 028 2564 6161
Cushendall Golf Club
T 028 2177 1318
Radisson SAS Roe Park Golf Resort
T 028 7776 0105
Carnfunnock Country Park Golf Club
T 028 2827 0541
Carrickfergus Golf Club
T 028 9336 3713
Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn
T 028 7086 8209
Benone Golf Club
T 028 7775 0555
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3 4
Methods for fishing vary from fly only on game dissolving into froth on the beach. Don’t worry is endless. To truly get away from it all, send
waters to all legal methods for coarse and sea about equipment - it’s all for hire. caution to the wind and take a parachute lesson
angling. With international reputations and salmon At many sites including Rathlin Island, at the Wild Geese Parachute Centre, Garvagh or
rivers among the best in Europe, this region offers Portmuck and Whitehead, dive deep into the dark gliding at Ulster Gliding Centre, Limavady.
the angler everything they could wish for. salty waters in search of the ancient shipwrecks
and the treasures they hide.
Activities Boatmen can tie up at one of the many
Marvel at the speed of the motorbikes in the marinas. Check out the world class facilities at
International North West 200 road race and Carrickfergus Maritime area or travel further north
cheer on the hundreds of young footballers who to Ballycastle, Ballymoney, Portglenone, Glenarm
travel from all over Europe and beyond to play or Coleraine.
in the Northern Ireland Milk Cup and Ballymena Try your hand at clay pigeon shooting, stride
International Soccer Tournaments. And when out across the broad expanse of the Antrim
watching the Portrush Raft Race don’t blink, you Plateau as you follow the vast array of trails and 1 North Antrim cliff path
might miss the most creative raft sink! footpaths, or clear the cobwebs with a beach gallop 2 Cycling on the Causeway Coast
Have wet suit will waterski or jetski, windsurf or a relaxing forest ride. Then there’s bowling, 3 Red Sails, Carrickfergus
or catch the waves on a body board. Join the surf karting, tennis, abseiling, rafting, canoeing, 4 North West 200
set as they attempt to barrel the breakers before birdwatching, or painting… the choice of activities 5 Fishing, River Bush
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Events
NI Milk Cup
The world’s budding young footballers
congregate in Ballymoney, Ballymena,
Coleraine and Limavady for this annual
tournament of top teams from five continents.
Mon 28 July - Fri 1 August 2008
T 028 7034 4723
www.nimilkcup.org
Ballymoney Agricultural Show
(Showgrounds, Ballymoney) Fun for all by
promoting the best in rural Ulster from prime
livestock to top class equestrian classes, events,
exhibitions and trade stands. 6 & 7 June 2008.
T 028 2075 1327
www.visitballymoney.com
Glenarm Castle Open Days
(2 Castle Lane, Glenarm) Over 200 trade stands,
helicopter rides, Irish and Scottish Dancing,
Clydesdale competition, falconry, archery and
much, much more. 14 & 15 July 2008
T 028 2884 1203
www.glenarmcastle.com
Ould Lammas Fair
(Ballycastle) One of Ireland’s oldest fairs.
Sample the local specialities - ‘dulse’ a dried
edible seaweed, and the deliciously sweet
chewy toffee ‘yellow man. Last Monday and
Tuesday in August.
T 028 2076 2024
5
Joey Dunlop
memorial
Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden North West 200
(Castle Street, Ballymoney) In memory (Coleraine/Portrush/Portstewart) The North
of this uniquely special man, who won West 200 is an International Motor Cycle Road
five Formula One World Championships, Race held on the Portrush-Portstewart-Coleraine
13 North West 200 Races, 24 Ulster Grand circuit. The event attracts upwards of 120,000
Prix and a world record 26 wins in the spectators and brings together the cream of
Isle of Man TT Races. motor cycle racers.
T 028 7035 5800
T 028 2766 0230 www.northwest200.org
www.visitballymoney.com
This is only a small selection of the events
on offer for more information please visit
www.causewaycoastandglens.com
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Myths & legends
The mystical Causeway Coast & Glens
region is soaked in myths, magic &
folklore. These are just a few of the
many tales that will be told throughout
your stay.
Finn McCool St. Patrick
The legend tells us that the Irish Giant Finn Patrick was brought to Ireland as a slave and taken
McCool had a rival - a Scottish giant named to Antrim where he was sold to a local landowner,
Benandonner. Finn McCool decided to build a Meliuc, who put him to work as a shepherd. For
causeway to Scotland so that he could challenge six long years Patrick lived upon Slemish mountain
his adversary in battle. When the work was with only his sheep for company. The land was
completed, the causeway stretched from North bleak and the conditions harsh but Patrick found
Antrim to Staffa. Bennandonner accepted the solace in the faith that his people had abandoned.
invitation to walk over to Ireland and fight for One night he heard a voice calling to him, telling
supremacy. As Benandonner appeared over the him that the time had come to escape. It told him,
horizon, Finn McCool realised in horror that he “See, your ship is ready.” Patrick knew that he had
had taken on a rival much bigger than himself. to travel south to seek the ship God had told him
He ran home to his wife, Oonagh. What to do? of. He travelled for 200 miles until he came to
The quick thinking Oonagh disguised Finn as Wexford where, sure enough, a boat heading for
a baby and made him curl up in an enormous Britain was waiting.
cradle. Benandonner - faced with the sight of this
huge ‘child’ took fright at the thought of the size
of his father and fled back to Scotland tearing up
the causeway in his wake.
Children of Lir
Children of Lir is a tragic story. Lir was a famous
Ballygally Castle Irish Chieftain whose wife died after giving him
a daughter and three sons. He then married his
dead wife’s evil half-sister. She cast a spell on the
Hotel Ghost children turning them into beautiful white swans,
destined to spend nine hundred years in exile.
Every castle has to have a ghost of some kind, Three hundred of these years passed here, on
and the ghost of Ballygally has been around for the Waters of Moyle, and the birds’ lonely cries
the best part of 400 years! The popular theory is were heard about the bay. Finally, their sentence 1
that the ghost is that of Lady Isobella Shaw, wife expired and they changed instantly into old
of Lord James Shaw. Lord Shaw wanted a son, people. Old and weak, they were baptised and
and when his wife delivered his heir, he snatched died together. There is a local belief that it was to
the baby from his wife and locked her in a room a little port on the Sea of Moyle that the children
at the top of the castle. While trying to escape to returned when their ordeal was over.
search for her beloved child, Lady Isobella fell to
her death from the tower window! Another theory
The Leap
is that she was actually thrown from the window
by the cruel Lord Shaw or one of his henchmen!
Lady Isobella’s ghost is reputed to be a
“friendly” spirit who walks the corridors of the old
castle. Over the years many guests have reported
of the Dog
strange experiences and have felt a presence Limavady derives its name from the Irish “Leim
in their rooms! There are also endless stories of an Mhadaidh” meaning leap of the dog, arising
unexplained noises in the night, and an eerie from the legendary leap over the River Roe by
green mist over the castle! The hotel is so fiercely a dog owned by the O’Cahan Clan to warn the
proud of their permanent resident they have even chieftans of an enemy ambush. The jump took
given her her own bedroom, “The Ghost Room” in place from the Dogleap Bridge, in the Roe Valley
one of the towers in the oldest part of the castle. Country Park, where the site of the O’Cahan’s
castle once stood.
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1 St. Patrick’s Slemish in the mist
2 The Leap of the Dog on the River Roe
3 Ballygally Castle
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Come on in -
the craic’s great
400 years
of Bushmills
2008 will mark the 400th
Anniversary of Old Bushmills
Distillery, first granted a license
to distil whiskey by King James I
of England in 1608. In this very
special year pay a visit to the
oldest licensed whiskey distillery
in the world and sample a very
special whiskey - simply the
oldest and best!
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4 5
1 Bushmills Distillery We spell it ‘craic’, we pronounce it crack - and it well be there, but they’ll be enjoying their music
2 Traditional music session means having a great time! Enjoying craic is what alongside teenagers, families and anyone else
3 Ould Lammas Fair we Irish are all about - and you’ll find no better who cares to drop by. Irish music is for everyone.
4 Limavady Jazz Festival craic anywhere on the island than you will in The living folk culture of the area can also
5 Ballymoney Agricultural Show Causeway Coast and Glens. be experienced at the traditional fair days in a
6 Street music This is the land where two ancient cultures, number of towns, some of which have been
the Irish and the Scots, met and mingled, held for centuries. The oldest in Ireland, the Ould’
producing a distinct and unique heritage of folk Lammas Fair, is Ballycastle’s great annual festival
culture and music. The traditions of this heritage, of fun and rural pageant. At the Lughnasa Fayre in
sometimes blending, sometimes distinctive, still Carrickfergus, costumed performers and musicians
shape the modern, colourful world of music and recreate the town’s medieval heritage, and at the
the arts that has developed in the towns and Ballyclare May Fair you can see Ireland’s horse
villages. Here we entertain the visitors who come traders in action.
from around the world, all wanting great craic. The Heart of Glens Festival at Cushendall is
The areas’ popular resort towns can offer a a feast of traditional music over several days,
lively nightlife where excellent cuisine can be often spilling out into the streets! Your favourite
followed by an evening of music to suit any taste. celebration could be anywhere along the route
The same is true if you are spending the night in of this Essential Irish Journey. It may be one of
any of the other main centres in the region, and, the established feast days, a traditional fair in
of course, wherever there’s a pub there’ll usually a country town, a gourmet meal in a quaint
be a ‘session’ with local musicians dropping in restaurant, playing with the kids on a wild and
to play the music that’s in their souls. Traditional lonely beach. The only thing that’s sure is that it
music is very much a living breathing art in will be your special memory, your tiny corner of
this part of the world - so don’t expect to see a Causeway Coast and Glens that you will take away
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gaggle of old men in woolly jumpers. They may with you to hold for ever.
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Good food,
good wine,
great craic
The Crosskeys Inn
40 Grange Road, Toomebridge
T 028 7965 0694
E Vincent.hurl@btinternet.com
Distillers Arms
140 Main Street, Bushmills
T 028 2073 1044
www.distillersarms.com
55º North
1 Causeway Street, Portrush
T 028 7082 2811
www.55-north.com
Sweeney’s Public House and Wine Bar
6B Seaport Avenue, Portballintrae
T 028 2073 2405
www.sweeneysportballintrae.com
Central Bar
12 Ann Street, Ballycastle
T 028 2076 3877
E centralbar@btinternet.com
The Nook at the Giant’s Causeway
48 Causeway Road, Bushmills
1 T 028 2073 2993
The Lime Tree Restaurant
1 Fireworks spectacular over Newtownabbey
60 Catherine Street, Limavady
2 Ballyclare May Fair
T 028 7776 4300
3 Falconry, Glenarm Castle
www.limetreerest.com
Oregano Restaurant
29 Ballyrobert Road, Ballyrobert
Newtownabbey
T 028 9084 0099
www.oreganorestaurant.com
Sixteen o Eight
66 Main Street, Bushmills, BT57 8QD
T 028 2073 2040
E rickyrodgers@hotmail.co.uk
With this region’s rich tradition of culinary
expertise and an abundance of fresh food,
we’re sure you will enjoy an excellent
meal wherever you may go. Excellent cuisine
can be followed by an evening of music to
suit any taste, or for lovers of the arts, why
not spend the evening at one of the local
theatres. For a comprehensive listing, visit
www.causewaycoastandglens.com
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Why this area is
so special
An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
is exactly what it says it is: a precious landscape
whose distinctive character and natural beauty
are so outstanding that it is in everyone’s interest
to safeguard them. Special legislation in the UK
ensures that these areas are protected for the
enjoyment of future generations. Each AONB has
been designated for special attention for a number
of reasons including flora, fauna, historical and
cultural associations as well as the outstanding
dramatic landscapes. There are 49 AONBs in
the UK and 4 of these sit within the Causeway
Coast and Glens region, making this area and the
Causeway Coastal Route the Essential Irish Journey
(see map on pages 34-35).
Antrim Coast and Glens AONB
This region contains some of the most beautiful
and varied scenery in Northern Ireland. The area
is dominated by a high undulating plateau cut by
deep glens which open north and eastwards to
the sea. It is an area of contrasts: gentle bays are
separated by blunt headlands; exposed moorland
gives way to sheltered valleys; wide open
expanses to enclosed farmland. Slemish Mountain
rises abruptly, its wildness in sharp contrast to the
1 neat fields of the Braid Valley below. This area has
2 a rich cultural heritage, folklore is alive and well
and there are close associations with Scotland.
Rathlin Island, lying offshore to the north, is rich in
historical, geological and botanical interest.
Causeway Coast AONB
A place of extraordinary beauty encompassing 18
miles of spectacular coastal scenery of dramatic
cliffs and headlands broken by the wide sweep
of fresh sandy beaches backed by dunes. Dark
volcanic rocks and brilliant white chalk, eroded
by the vigorous North Atlantic, form magnificent
geological features including the renowned
World Heritage Site of the Giant’s Causeway and
Carrick-a-Rede. This natural beauty is made all the
more impressive by the small harbours, fisheries
and farms delicately poised on the storm-torn
coastline. A rich and fascinating wildlife thrives on
the offshore islands and rocks, amid the cliffs and
sand dunes, and within the farmed countryside.
Binevenagh AONB
Binevenagh’s dramatic cliffs and headlands
have given the AONB its name, however, it also
includes some of the finest beach and sand dunes
in Ireland. Magilligan Strand stretches for 8km
from Downhill to Lough Foyle. Binevenagh has a
rich cultural heritage and includes many striking
buildings such as Mussenden Temple and the
Bishop’s Palace at Downhill and the Martello Tower
at Magilligan.
Sperrin AONB
A largely mountainous area of great geological
complexity, it presents vast expanses of moorland
penetrated by narrow glens and deep valleys, and
is rich in historic and archaeological heritage and
folklore. It is important to note that only a portion
1 Glenariff Waterfall of this AONB sits within the Causeway Coast and
2 Roe Valley Glens region.
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Your 5 day itinerary
on the Causeway Coastal Route
Day 1: Belfast to the beautiful Glens of Antrim. Here you can Tower, built ‘to imprison idlers and rioters’ is
The rejuvenated capital of Northern Ireland has take the loop around Islandmagee to Portmuck surrounded by pretty buildings and some convivial
become one of Europe’s must see cities. Top places Harbour. Nearby are the Gobbins Cliffs, home to a watering-holes.
to visit include the Waterfront Hall, Cathedral breathtaking variety of seabirds.
Quarter and the Titanic Quarter. Head northwards through a selection of
villages and the Glens of Antrim will unfold before Day 3: Cushendall - Bushmills
you. Slip off the side road to Gleno where four Distance: 64km (40miles)
Day 2: Belfast - Cushendall waterfalls create picture-postcard views. Just
Distance: 143km (89miles) outside Larne, take the famous Antrim Coast Road. Start off exploring one of the glens before taking
At Carnlough, stop to admire the beautiful harbour in the striking views at Torr Head and the natural
Leave Belfast and join the Causeway Coastal Route and, close by, some distinctive houses and pubs, glories of Murlough Bay, via the picturesque
at Newtownabbey with the beautiful Belfast Lough exuding true Irish charm. village of Cushendun, with its quaint cottages.
providing stunning views to your right. Stop at The Causeway Coastal Route passes by Returning to the Causeway Coastal Route,
Newtownabbey’s Loughshore Park with spectacular the foot of each of the nine glens: from the head towards the seaside resort of Ballycastle
views of ships sailing from Belfast (this is where south there’s Glenarm, Glencloy, Glenariff, (where ferries leave for Rathlin Island) with the
the fateful Titanic first sailed as she headed out Glenballyeamon, Glenann, Glencorp, Glendun, option of taking in the final two glens, Glenshesk
from the famous shipyards of Harland & Wolff). Glenshesk and Glentaisie. and Glentaisie. Rathlin itself is well worth visiting
A few miles on, you’ll get to the pretty At the foot of Glenarm sits the charming little (allow 45 minutes for the crossing to the island
seaside town of Carrickfergus with its well- village of the same name, set slightly inland. It’s and the same for the way back).
preserved 12th century Norman castle. Stroll the setting of the delightful Glenarm Castle and Heading west take in the stunning scenery of
around the town’s modern marina or pop into the beautiful public parkland of Glenarm Forest. the Causeway Coast before arriving at Carrick-a-
the museum. Also worth a look is the Gasworks Less obvious - but equally worth discovering - are Rede rope bridge spanning a 24-metre chasm.
Museum. the traditional folk music sessions, which are Head inland to the village of Bushmills, home to
Next on the route is Kilroot, where Jonathan characteristic of the area. You could spend the the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery.
Swift (author of Gulliver’s Travels) made his first night here, or drive a little further to Cushendall.
living as a minister. Continue to Larne, gateway Here, the town’s four-storey red sandstone Curfew
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Day 4: Bushmills - Limavady dramatic beaches are so long you’ll often be the
Distance: 106km (66miles) only one around. Limavady is a vibrant market
town and is next along your route, after which
Head out of Bushmills to the UNESCO World Heritage there is an option of travelling through the
site of the Giant’s Causeway, an iconic symbol of magnificent Roe Valley, where you can visit the
the region. Ships from the Spanish Armada once beautiful country park.
floundered off this rugged coastline and it was at
nearby Port na Spaniagh where divers recovered
the treasures of the galleon The Girona, now on Day 5: Limavady - Londonderry
display at The Ulster Museum in Belfast. Londonderry is the perfect place to end the trip
Heading west take in the romantic ruins and is the only completely walled city in the
of Dunluce Castle before continuing on through British Isles. Stroll along the 17th Century walls
Portrush and Portstewart, lively seaside resorts and soak-up the history of this historic city.
with cosmopolitan night life. There is the
opportunity here to divert to the beautiful Bann
Valley, Drumaheglis Marina and the market town
of Ballymoney, continuing on perhaps to Coleraine
for a spot of shopping.
Returning on to the Causeway Coastal Route,
head towards Limavady, along by Castlerock. Look
out for the glorious Mussenden Temple, the cliff
top folly said to have been inspired by the Temple
of Vesta at Rome.
Drive down to Downhill, Benone or Magilligan
Beach and go for a walk. These windswept and
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Causeway Coast
and Glens Map Giant’s
Causeway B146
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Portrush
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Key
Rathlin Island Causeway Coastal Route
Additional Scenic Routes
Motorways
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Fair Head Roads
Ballintoy B15
Railway
BALLYCASTLE
A2 Ferry Crossings
Torr Head
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Causeway Coast and Glens Region
Glenshesk
Glentaisie
A44 Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty AONB
B92
UNESCO World Heritage Site
B15 Cushendun
Armoy
Glendun
Golf Courses
River Glenaan
Bush Glencorp
Marinas
Slieveanorra Cushendall Airports
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Tievebulliagh
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Getting here & there
Travel to Northern Ireland has never been easier
with an increasing number of air and ferry routes
now available. For up to date information and to
find the most convenient route visit our website
www.causewaycoastandglens.com
By Sea
There are two main ferry ports in Northern Ireland, Belfast and Larne. Direct ferry routes to Northern Ireland from UK
These can be reached from Great Britain via Stranraer, Cairnryan, Troon,
Fleetwood, Birkenhead and Isle of Man.
Lough Foyle Ferry Company Norfolkline Irish Sea
The Pier, Greencastle, Co. Donegal Ferry Services
T 00 353 7493 81901 Victoria Business Park
F 00 353 7493 81903 9 West Bank Road, Belfast BT3 9JL
E info@loughfoyleferry.com T 00 353 1 819 2999 (ROI)
www.loughfoyleferry.com T 0870 600 4321 (UK)
www.norfolkline.com
Car and passenger ferry operating
between Magilligan, Co L/Derry and Norfolkline Irish Sea Ferry Services Troon
Greencastle, Co Donegal. Continuous offer passengers over 50 sailings
Cairnryan
shuttle service April-September, each week between Belfast, Dublin Stranraer
timetable in operation September- and Liverpool (Birkenhead), with Larne
Belfast
April. Crossing time 10 minutes modern vessels providing comfort
Isle of Man
resulting in a saving of 78kms (49 and reliability all year round.
miles) driving. No advance booking
Fleetwood
required. Fares paid on board. P&O Irish Sea
Birkenhead
Larne Harbour, Larne BT40 1AW
Stena Line T 0870 2424 777
Prince’s Dock, 14 Clarendon Road F 028 2887 2195
Belfast BT1 3BG E reservations@poirishsea.com
T 08705 204 204 www.poirishsea.com
www.stenaline.co.uk
P&O Irish Sea operate the shortest
Stena Line, the world’s leading ferry fastest crossing between Scotland
company offers the shortest, fastest and Ireland. Cruise across from
crossing from Scotland to Belfast Cairnryan to Larne on our excellent
aboard the superb Stena HSS, the 105min superferries all year round on
world’s largest fast ferry speeding a choice of 7 return crossings daily. Or
you over in just 105 minutes. With travel fast class on our seasonal fast
superb onboard facilities for everyone ferry service operating from March to
this is by far the best way to sail to October. You can vrrooom from Troon
the Causeway Coast and Glens. in just 2 hours or from Cairnryan in just
1 hour to Larne. There is no faster
way to drive across the Irish Sea!
For details on other areas in Northern Ireland contact the following Regional Tourism Partnerships
Belfast Visitor & Convention Bureau Armagh Down Tourism Partnership Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism Derry Visitor & Convention Bureau
T (028) 9023 9026 T (028) 9182 2881 T (028) 6634 6736 T (028) 7137 7577
www.gotobelfast.com www.armaghanddown.com www.findfermanagh.com www.derryvisitor.com
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By Air
Causeway Coast and Glens can be
easily accessed by air with 3 airports
within a 90 minute drive, Belfast
International Airport, George Best
Belfast City Airport and City of Derry Inverness
Airport with direct flights from a Aberdeen
number of international destinations. Dundee
Glasgow
The region can also be reached Edinburgh
via international connections in
Newcastle
Great Britain. Galway
Dublin Blackpool Leeds Bradford
Liverpool Manchester
Cork Doncaster
Direct scheduled European
Nottingham
air routes to Northern Ireland Birmingham Gdansk
Cardiff
Bristol
Newquay London
Exeter Amsterdam Berlin Warsaw
Bournemouth Southampton
Katowice
Jersey Prague
Krakow
Rennes Paris
Geneva
Budapest
Verona
Chambery Milan
Venice
Toulouse Nice
Pisa
Barcelona
Rome
Faro Palma de
Ibiza Mallorca
Alicante
Malaga Murcia
Tenerife
Gran Canaria
Direct scheduled Trans-Atlantic
air routes to Northern Ireland
Vancover
Halifax
Toronto
New York
Orlando
CAUSEWAY COASTAL ROUTE: THE ESSENTIAL IRISH JOURNEY PAGE 37
Activities
Alive Bodyboard & Surf School Ardclinis Outdoor Adventure Maddybenny Riding Centre Aquasports
Contact: Bryan McAuley Contact: Anne Bowen Contact: Philip White Contact: Alan Wilson
101 Ballybogey Road 11 High Street, Cushendall BT44 0NB 20 Maddybenny Farm 4 Coleraine Road, Portrush BT56 8EA
Ballymoney BT53 6PD T 028 2177 1340 Coleraine BT52 2PT T 07962 309 670
T 028 2074 1662 E info@ardclinis.com T 028 7082 3603 E alanwilson@aquasports.biz
M 07743 860 509 www.ardclinis.com F 028 7082 2177 www.aquasports.biz
E info@alivesurfschool.com M 07732 630 963
A well established, dedicated Rathlin Fast Ferry from Ballycastle.
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organisation specialising in outdoor Wildlife trips - see puffins, razorbills,
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surrounding communities. The fun and innovation. Beginners very welcome, birthday Predator Charters Ltd
school works as a multifunctional parties and youth groups catered for. Contact: Hamish Currie
medium to provide a healthy outdoor Sail Northern Ireland Limited BHSII Int. Teaching (registered). 9 Bellisk Drive, Cushendall BT44 0AX
based activity as well as an ideal Contact Mr Dee Neill T 07720 440117
educational programme. T 07809 155 856 Nirvana Beauty & Day Spa E info@predatorireland.com
E info@sailnorthernireland.com Contact: Brenda Todd www.predatorireland.com
Aquaholics www.sailnorthernireland.com 15 Isle Road, Macosquin Sea Angling Charters, 22 Irish
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Sail NI, a new concept in leisure specimen fish caught 2005, scenic
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activity or sporting pursuit. On board trips to Rathlin, North Coast, Scottish
Portstewart BT55 7BE E email@nirvanabeautyspa.com
‘Kuta of Carrick’, a luxury 43ft sailing Isles, seal watching, bird watching.
T 028 7083 2584 www.nirvanabeautyspa.com
yacht, you will experience one of the Also 16ft self drive boats for hire.
F 028 7083 2584 most stunning and rugged coastlines Northern Ireland’s premier luxury day Ireland’s fastest angling boat.
M 07968 164 748 in the world. Filled with windswept spa located on the beautiful North
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www.aquaholics.org unspoilt beaches. can visit for a single pamper or max Contact: Maggie Penny
PADI 5 star dive centre offering full out with a full day’s indulgence. 116 Carrowreagh Road, Garvagh
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Marina. Phone for details and times.
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www.causewaycoastandglens.com
Tours & Guides
Riverside Theatre Mini Coach Travel Specialized Travel Services Translink
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Coleraine BT52 1SA 22 Donegall Road, Belfast BT12 5JN 80 Carysfort Avenue East Bridge Street, Belfast BT1 3PB
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www.riversidetheatre.org.uk. F 028 9077 7441 T +353 (0) 21 439 1996 F 028 9038 7506
E info@minicoachni.co.uk F +353 (0) 21 439 1993 E feedback@translink.co.uk
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centre for performing arts with an
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dance and light entertainment. fantastic day tours to the Causeway Destination management company Northern Ireland and Cross Border.
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Troggs Surf Shop Also available: Belfast tours, throughout the Causeway Coast and with NI Railways. Your rail
Contact: Ian or Andrew Hill customized tours and private hire. Glens area catering to groups and journey between Londonderry
88 Main Street, Portrush BT56 8BN individuals, corporate and incentive. and Coleraine will allow you to
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E shop@troggs.com 12 Cambourne Mews Contact: Martin Founds spectacular Causeway coastline.
www.troggs.com Newtowards BT23 4WB 33 Dovedale Road, Liverpool L18 5EP
www.surfingireland.com T +44 208 1236 104 T 0151 734 5200 Translink: Ulsterbus
M 07824 466 112 F 0151 734 5199 Explore the spectacular Antrim
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Ulster Gliding Centre Northern Ireland on the internet. Irish Cycle Tours and Walks
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T 028 7035 2864
www.ulsterglidingclub.org M 07989 397 942 www.irishcycletours.com
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76 Parker Avenue, Portrush BT56 8JZ An executive chauffeur business Contact: Jennifer Mc Lernon
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Operating pleasure trips and deep
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sea fishing on the Causeway Coast
and Ireland.
for the past 30 years. The pleasure Half-day and full-day guiding
trips are for schools, colleges, for services to lesser known areas of
sightseeing along the coast. We Ulster: the ancient Sperrins, mystical
also operate deep sea diving, bird Lough Neagh, Lower River Bann
watching etc. Passed by MCA. and into the green Glens of Antrim.
Fishfinder and toilet provision on Advanced National Certificate in
board. Committal at sea of ashes Tour Guiding.
available, phone for further details.
CAUSEWAY COASTAL ROUTE: THE ESSENTIAL IRISH JOURNEY PAGE 39
ADVERTORIAL FEATURE
The Lower Bann
1
The Lower Bann River, is navigable from Lough where the large number of fishing stands
Neagh to the sea at the Barmouth between provided, facilitate regular competitive angling.
Castlerock and Portstewart Strand. With a fall Kilrea and Movanagher also offer excellent
of 12.5 metres along its 60km length there are opportunities with perch, bream, pike, eel and
just five locks (one a double lock) leaving long roach the most populous fish in the waterway.
stretches of open water. The Lower Bann is very The Lower Bann offers excellent opportunities
popular with watersports enthusiasts, anglers for all water enthusiasts. Careful zoning ensures
and cruisers alike with a zoning system in place that all activities are conducted with safety and
to accommodate varied interests. Access from enjoyment in mind. Rowing and canoeing are
the sea by both cruiser and sailing vessels is also accommodated via a number of active clubs
encouraged, the rural stretches of water have on the system with waterskiing being widely
no commercial traffic making it a truly peaceful practised and actively encouraged in dedicated
waterway. Privately owned boats navigate Lough zones. Jet-skiing has its base at Newferry and
Neagh where a myriad of additional recreational power-boating promises a real taste of adventure.
opportunities await. Alternatively some may head Watersports centres provide a range of water-
to the sea to visit the outstanding attractions based activities and tuition for the novice and the
such as the spectacular Giant’s Causeway, and the experienced alike in waterskiing, wake-boarding,
coastal towns and villages along the Causeway and knee-boarding. Tuition and facilities for
Coastal Route. disabled waterskiers are available.
Lough Neagh is extremely popular for sailing The Lower Bann region also boasts many
regattas and further serves as a base for numerous walking and cycling opportunities.
canoeing, rowing and sailing clubs which remain Privately owned boats are plentiful, with
active throughout the year. The Lower Bann is clearly marinas along the waterway providing excellent
a haven for watersports, but there is a feast of other facilities for visitors as well as advice on how to
activities available too, with angling a particular take full advantage of the wide range of activities,
favourite. Game fishing has become increasingly local hospitality and heritage sites available. Those
popular as the Lower Bann is home to some of the not familiar with the river are advised to contact
best salmon and trout angling in Ireland. Waterways Ireland on 028 7034 4342 for 2
Coarse fishing is popular at Glenone Forest information on locks, water levels and navigation.
This advertorial feature has been part
funded by the European Union through
the Lower Bann Partnership Ltd
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ADVERTORIAL FEATURE
4
3 5
2
6
Rathlin Island
Giant’s
Services
Causeway Whitepark
B146
Pump-outs
Bay Fair Head
Ballintoy B15
Slipways
Showers
Portballintrae
Laundry
BALLYCASTLE
Toilets
Portrush
Water
A2
B17
Magilligan Point B62 Bushmills
Portstewart
A29 B17 A2
Benone
Castlerock
A44
Location
B92
B67
B15
Seaton’s Marina (Private)
Cushendun
Y Y Y
COLERAINE Armoy
A26
Dervock
River
The Cranagh Marina (Private) Y Y
Bush
Macosquin
Coleraine Marina (Coleraine Council)
Cushendall
Y Y Y Y YA Y
A37 Bann
Valley A44
A2
Christie Park (Coleraine Council)
Glenariff Y Y
A54 BALLYMONEY Loughguile
Garron
LIMAVADY
A29
B66 A26 Ski Supreme Point Watersports (Private) Y
River
Roe River
A26
Drumaheglis Marina (Ballymoney Council)
A43 Y Y Y YB Y Y
Bann
Cloughmills Movanagher Lock (Magherafelt Council)
Carnlough Y Y
A54
Glenarm
B68
Garvagh
A43
Kilrea Bridge Jetty A2
Y
92
Kilrea
Rasharkin Portglenone Marina (Ballymena Council) Y Y Y Y
A29
Dungiven
Newferry East (Ballymena Council)
B97
Y Y
Ballygally
A6 Broughshane Newferry West (MagherafeltPark Country
Council)
Carnfunnock Y
Cullybackey M2
Toome (Waterways Ireland) Y Y
Portglenone Islandmagee
A42 Gracehill BALLYMENA LARNE B90
ins Maghera Ahoghill
A36 1 Sunset on the River Bann
A36
A A pump-out service is available
A6
2 Salmon fishing at Castleroe A2 on Fridays at Coleraine Marina.
B150
Bellaghy
Kells 3 Boat trips on the Lady Sandel
A8 Glenoe There is a fee for this service.
A54
4 A great day out B There is a charge for this service.
Castledawson Ballycarry
A26
5 Family fun A57
A6
Whitehead
Magherafelt
Toome Randalstown 6 Drumaheglis marina
Ballyclare
A29 M22
A8 A2
CARRICKFERGUS
A31 Antrim
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A6 Whiteabbey
Moneymore Lough Neagh A26
Glengormley
Belfast
A29
Explore the Choice at Ballymoney
Situated just 15 miles from the breathtaking FASHION
The Winsome Lady
The Glynns Bar
23 Church Street
GREAT OUTDOORS
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finest gems. Easily accessible by both road (A26) and 26-28 Church Street 2 High Street Outdoor Life
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rail, Ballymoney Town is worthy of a retail or leisure R McIlroy & Sons Ltd Anne’s Hot Bread Shop
T 028 2764 9060
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outing for all the family. 45-47 Main Street 5/6 Castlecroft
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www.visitballymoney.com T 028 2766 2157
The Imperial Bar
58 Main Street
A Twaddle Crafts
56 Main Street
T 028 2766 4159
12b Church Street
T 028 2766 4178
E thenaturenook1@aol.com
T 028 2766 2429 The Music Box Beauty Within
32 Church Street 12b Church Street
The Tower Bar
T 028 2766 2242 T 028 2766 7266
& Chaser’s Off Licence
41 Church Street OUTDOOR MARKET
T 028 2766 2431 Origin Fine Food
E daniel.gillan@virgin.net and Craft Fair
Castlecroft Square
The Manor Hotel
T 028 2766 0238
Restaurant and B&B
69 Main Street
T 028 2766 9927
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CAUSEWAY COASTAL ROUTE: THE ESSENTIAL IRISH JOURNEY PAGE 43
Best Western Magherabouy, Portrush
Cromore Halt, Portstewart
55° North, Portrush
Shenanigans, Portstewart
The Anchor Bar Complex, Portstewart
The Counties Restaurant, Portrush
The Restaurant @ Kellys, Portrush
www.strandsgoodfood.com
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Accommodation All accommodation is listed in alphabetical order by town and name, thereafter by type of accommodation.
HOTEL
} Off-street parking A Left luggage facilities VAVouchers accepted s£ Single occupancy price
O Building of historical interest [ No smoking area/bedrooms 5 Euro accepted d£ Double occupancy price
* Garden ] Totally non smoking On-line information & reservations
GUEST HOUSE or bookable via local TICs Symbol variations for
m Rural setting C Sauna
F Sea view Y Solarium ^ DVD Player self-catering
LICENSED GUEST INN f Air conditioning w Jacuzzi u Video recorder } Dedicated parking
b Central heating ! Indoor swimming pool z Hi-Fi/CD player/radio ) Children welcome
BED & BREAKFAST F Ground floor room available } Gymnasium/health club P Gas/electricity/oil charged by meter ( Television
G Family room available on request O Entertainment y Washing machine
SELF CATERING ; Reduced rates for older persons - Tennis courts on site b Tumble dryer Symbol variations for
(over 55) 2 Fishing arranged on request g Dishwasher caravan parks and marinas
HOSTEL ) Price reduction for children Golf arranged on request O Microwave C Dogs on leads
f Cots/highchairs available n Pony trekking/riding arranged v Ironing facilities Q Showers
w Baby listening/sitting service K Boat hire/cruising arranged s Refrigerator ; Electric supply to pitches
CARAVAN PARK
C Dogs/pets accepted by arrangement L Watersports/sailing arranged I Electric shaver point c Gas
k Guide dogs accepted } Conference facilities I Linen provided S Café/food shop
MARINA ( TV in bedrooms r Audio visual facilities J Linen for hire ^ Public telephone
) Satellite TV µ Internet access available 9 Food shop/mobile shop on site x Games area
All establishments registered and approved by the % Tea/coffee making facilities WiFi Wireless Internet access available % Games room on site y Laundry
NITB. Tariff rates quoted include VAT and service S Evening meal on request k Credit cards accepted C Bar nearby K Boating
charge, but are subject to alteration and must be ; Hairdryer available v Restaurant on premises N Welcome pack provided ) Children's play area
confirmed at time of booking. Self-catering rates are ^ Telephone for guest use C Licensed premises d Barbeque facilities for guest use R Lounge
per week. B&B rates are per person sharing. G Lift/elevator x Special dietary needs catered for F Garden/patio furniture
z Laundry service on request
ANTRIM ANTRIM ANTRIM ANTRIM
★★★★ HOTEL ★★★ HOTEL ★★★ HOTEL BED & BREAKFAST
The Dunadry Hotel - the middle fort **** Comfort Hotel *** Express by Holiday Inn Antrim *** The Cottage
2 Islandreagh Drive, Dunadry BT41 2HA 20 Dunsilly Road, Antrim BT41 2JH James Mingle Marty Fleck
Tel: (028) 9443 4343 Fax: (028) 9443 3389 Tel: (028) 9446 2929 Fax: (028) 9446 5801 Junction One Retail & Leisure Park 38 Ballymena Rd, Doagh, Co Antrim BT39 0QR
Email: info@dunadry.com Email: info@comforthotelantrim.com Ballymena Road, Antrim, BT41 4LL Tel: (028) 9334 0483 Mobile: 07843 749 054
www.dunadry.com www.comforthotelantrim.com Tel: (028) 9442 5500 Fax: (028) 9442 5509 s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2
s£65-£85 d£43-£65 pps. Rooms 83, ensuite 83 s£80 d£40 pps. Rooms 40, ensuite 40 Email: antrim@expressbyholidayinn.net
20 mins airport and ferries. 50 mins North Coast,
A truly magical atmosphere awaits guests at this hotel Weekend break (pps) from £32.50 s£35 d£35pps. Rooms 90, ensuite 90
pub 2 mins walking distance. Choice of breakfast, safe
where the warmth of yesterday meets the style of today. The Comfort Hotel Antrim is located at the junction Express by Holiday Inn Antrim is located at Junction off-road parking. All rooms with TV, hospitality tray,
Conveniently located only 20 mins from Belfast and 1 roundabout off the main M22 motorway. Just 10 One, Ireland’s largest International Shopping Outlet. ironing facilities and hair dryer. Pizza parlour, fish and
enroute to the Causeway Coast, this legendary hotel minutes from the International Airport and a 5 minutes Ideally located within a two minutes’ drive of the M2 chip shop, chinese take away 2 mins etc.
invites you to create memories of your own in this rare walk from the Junction One Shopping Centre, it makes motorway, Express by Holiday Inn Antrim is only 20
and beautiful place, renowned for delicious food, warm the ideal location for business and leisure visitors alike. miles and a 30 minute drive from Belfast and short
welcomes and a truly relaxed atmosphere. Leisure The hotel offers 40 luxury ensuite bedrooms, designed drives from the towns of Ballymena and Coleraine.
facilities and private car park. with you, the guest, in mind. All rooms are flooded Londonderry is also not far from the location. Belfast
with natural daylight and are equipped with the latest in International Airport is less than 10 minutes away.
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BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Wentworth Country House Stable Court ***** Limepark Arts & Cottages **** Charlie’s ***
Molly Stewart 1-5 Oldstone Hill, Antrim BT41 4SB Ms M Ward J M Morrison & Son
30 Rathmore Rd, Dunadry, Antrim BT41 2HG Tel: 028 9446 2222 Fax: 028 9446 0012 Limepark, 37 Drones Rd, Armoy BT53 8XJ 64 Carrowreagh Rd, Armoy BT53 8RS
Tel: (028) 9443 2100 Mobile: 07960 229 899 Email: info@stablecourtlodging.com Tel & fax: (028) 2075 1216 Mobile: 07904 986566 Tel: (028) 2075 1327 Fax: (028) 2075 1162
Email: wentworthcountryhouse@hotmail.com www.stablecourtlodging.com Email: linger@limepark.com Mobile: 07903 178080
www.wentworthcountryhouse.com 4 apartments (1 bedroom sleeps 2) £300-£415 www.limepark.com www.charliesselfcatering.co.uk
s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 1 house (2 bedrooms sleeps 4) £395-£495 6 cottages (sleeps 2-6) £150-£650 Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £250-£325
Short stays available by arrangement
Set in its own grounds in peaceful and scenic Stable Court is a stunning new development of premier Relax in our sheltered garden. Enjoy the peace of
countryside. Wentworth provides rooms with tea/coffee class apartments and houses, set within a private gated "Think of crackling fires, cosy sofas and a warm north Antrim and the luxury of our 3 star self catering
making facilities, TV and hairdryer. Close to popular courtyard that is rich in authentic character. Guests will welcome". Historic cottages in a Georgian retreat ideally farm cottage.
pub/restaurant, and 4 star hotel and bistro, the experience the convenience of modern day facilities, placed between the Glens and the Causeway Coast.
motorway and 3.5 miles from International Airport. in surroundings that are pleasing and relaxing, making Fully equipped - linen, welcome pack, laundry facilities,
Ironing facilities and cot available. it the ideal base for the discerning tourist. Short stays snooker/library/games room, croquet, art studios,
on request. stabling/paddock for horses, activities organised.
Please check out our website for more information.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Ballintoy House Lagavara Whitepark House AA***** Lemawilkin Cottage ****
Rita & Tony McFall Edith Kane Bob & Siobhan Isles Anne Donnelly
9 Main St, Ballintoy, Ballycastle BT54 6LX 11 Ballinlea Rd, Ballintoy, Ballycastle BT54 6NQ 150 Whitepark Rd, Whitepark Bay, Ballycastle BT54 6NH Contact: 1 Knocksoghey Lane, Ballintoy, BT54 6NR
Tel: (028) 2076 2317 Tel: 028 2076 2641 Fax: 028 2076 8555 Tel: (028) 2073 1482 Tel & fax (028) 2076 2032
s£20 d£20-22.50 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 Mobile: 078 0897 0602 Email: bob@whiteparkhouse.com Mobile: 07753 110805
Email: Edith.kane@lycos.co.uk www.whiteparkhouse.com Email: anne@ballintoycottages.com
2.5 storey Georgian house, situated in the village of
s£25-£30 d£25-£30 pps Rooms 3, ensuite 3 s£75 d£50 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 www.ballintoycottages.com
Ballintoy. Beside the pubs and restaurants. Just around
Open all year, ex Christmas Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £270-£380
the corner from Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Famous This unique country house is situated on the coast road
for our big breakfast and friendly atmosphere. TV and Located 2 miles from Ballintoy Village and Carrick-a- between the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Luxury cottage. Panoramic sea view on its own private
coffee/tea facilities in bedrooms. Rede rope bridge. Convenient to Giant’s Causeway and Bridge, above the beautiful Whitepark Bay. A log fire grounds, 2 minutes walk from village, 5 minutes walk
Bushmills Distillery. Panoramic views. Full Ulster fry and hearty breakfast await you. Vegetarians welcome. to beach. Has all mod cons, open fire, OFCH, patio
provided. A warm and friendly atmosphere is assured. All rooms have power showers and separate baths. and barbeque area. 3 bedrooms, 1 double ensuite,
Choice of local restaurants. ‘Special Places to Stay in Ireland’, Karen Brown, ‘Guide 1 twin, 1 family.
du Routard’, Frommers, Cadogan, Georgina Campbell,
Lonely Planet. AA 5 stars. Bob - Landlady of the Year
for UK 2003.
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BALLINTOY BALLINTOY BALLINTOY BALLINTOY
★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★/★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
The Wee House **** Braeside Lodge **** and Cottage*** Portbraddan Cottage**** Causeway Coast Cottages – Castle Cottage***
Mrs M McHenry Anne Donnelly (National Trust Holiday Booking Office) 12 Harbour Road, Ballintoy
134a Whitepark Rd, Ballintoy BT54 6ND 1&2 Knocksoghey Lane, Ballintoy, BT54 6NR 26 Portbraddan Road Bushmills Co Antrim Tel: 028 9268 2581
Tel: (028) 2076 2093 Tel & fax (028) 2076 2032 Tel: 0844 800 2078 (Booking Office) (Calls provided by Mobile: 07773 627 387
Mobile: 07734 231308 Email: anne@ballintoycottages.com BT will be charged at 5p/min at all times, mobile and Email: info@causewaycoastcottages.com
Email: wee_house@hotmail.com www.ballintoycottages.com other provider's costs may vary) www.causewaycoastcottages.com
www.theweehouse.com Lodge (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £270-£380 Fax: 0870 458 4400 Cottage (2 bedrooms sleeps 4) £180-£325
House (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £250-£385 Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £220-£320 Email: cottages@nationaltrust.org.uk
Unique modern holiday cottage built in traditional Irish
www.nationaltrustcottages.co.uk/northernireland
Spacious, modern 2 bedroom cottage situated on a Lodge: Spacious modern house with panoramic sea style. OFCH and wood burning stove. Garden with
Cottage (1 unit, sleeps 6 plus cot) Phone for prices
hill farm. Fabulous sea views, perfect location for hill views, fitted with all modern facilities. decked area, barbeque and views to Rathlin Island.
and coastal walking and for visiting Giant’s Causeway, Cottage: Traditional refurbished 18th century Portbraddan is a semi-detached cottage nestled in the Close to Carrick-a-Rede and Giant’s Causeway.
Rathlin and Glens of Antrim. fisherman’s cottage. A home full of charm, character western end of White Park Bay in the old fishing hamlet 5 minutes walk to local pubs/restaurants.
and comfort. Open fire. Child-friendly. Logs and fuel of Portbraddan. Views from the cottage encompass the
included. Both within walking distance of Carrick-a- beautiful beach dunes and extend out across the sea
Rede and Ballintoy Harbour. Convenient to local pubs to the western cliffs of Rathlin Island. Lets start Friday.
and restaurants. Available for hire all year.
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BALLYCASTLE BALLYCASTLE BALLYCASTLE BALLYCASTLE
★★★ HOTEL ★★ GUEST INN ★★★ GUEST HOUSE ★★ GUEST HOUSE
Marine Hotel *** Fullerton Arms ** Crockatinney *** Glenluce Guest House **
1-3 North St, Ballycastle BT54 6BN Anne Taggart Mrs M.J McGinn Mr J Brown
Tel: (028) 2076 2222 Fax: (028) 2076 9507 22-24 Main St, Ballintoy BT54 6LX 80 Whitepark Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6LP 42 Quay Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6BH
Email: reception@marinehotel.net Tel & fax: (028) 2076 9613 Tel: (028) 2076 8801 Fax: (028) 2076 9523 Tel and Fax: (028) 2076 2914
www.marinehotel.net Email: info@fullertonarms.co.uk Email: crockatinneyguesthouse@hotmail.com Email: enquiries@glenluceguesthouse.com
s£60 d£45 pps. Rooms 31, ensuite 31 www.fullertonarms.co.uk www.crockatinneyguesthouse.co.uk www.glenluceguesthouse.com
s£38.50 d£30 pps. Rooms 11, ensuite 11 s£35 d£55. Family room price on request s£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 12, ensuite 5
Seafront, Antrim Coastline, between Glens of Antrim
The Fullerton Arms houses a sumptuous restaurant, Rooms 6, ensuite 6 Open all year
and Giant’s Causeway. Within walking distance of golf,
beach, marina and town centre. A La Carte Restaurant, lively bar, a beer garden, barbeque facilities and private Crockatinney guest house is located on the B15 A Victorian guesthouse with 12 rooms, open all year.
Bar and Country Club (20m pool, spa and fitness suite). car park. Catering for all occassions. between Ballycastle and Ballintoy. It is set in 64 acres We are a family-run business and aim to provide the
of outstanding natural beauty with panoramic views of highest possible standard of service.
Rathlin Island, Fairhead and Scotland. We are 2 miles
from the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge and 5
miles from the Giant’s Causeway.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Ardaghmore Beechwood Carnately Lodge Clare House
Mrs G McLernon Mrs Roz McAuley Maeve Jamison Mrs P Black
35 North St, Ballycastle BT54 6BP 9 Beechwood Avenue, Ballycastle BT54 6BL 51 Moyarget Road, Ballycastle BT54 6HJ 33 Whitepark Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6LL
Tel: (028) 2076 3329 Tel & fax: (028) 2076 3631 Tel: 028 2076 8626 Mobile: 0773 444 7971 Tel & fax: (028) 2076 3889
Email: info@ardaghmore.com Email: stay@beechwoods.f9.co.uk Email: carnatelylodge@hotmail.co.uk Email: paulineblack3000@hotmail.com
www.ardaghmore.com www.beechwoodballycastle.co.uk www.carnatelylodge.com www.clarehouseballycastle.com
s£25-30 d£20-£25 pps. s£20-£25 d£20 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2 s£20-£25 d£20-£25 pps. Rooms 3 Ensuite 1 s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Rooms 3, ensuite 2, 1 private bathroom Open all year
A family-run B&B, bungalow with mature gardens. Situated on outskirts of Ballycastle with excellent views
Ardaghmore is a family-run Victorian house in a Situated 200 yards from beach, golf course, tennis Carnately Lodge family run B&B with gardens and of Rathlin Island, we offer guests relaxing comfortable
peaceful area overlooking Ballycastle Bay with courts and Rathlin ferry. 5 minute walk to town centre. private parking. Located in a rural setting one mile accommodation within easy access of the Causeway
breathtaking views of Rathlin Island, Fair Head. 2 mins Quiet residential area. from Ballycastle, situated close to the Causeway Coast and Glens of Antrim.
walk from beach, Rathlin Ferry, tennis courts, hotels Coast. We are centrally placed for visiting the Giant’s
and pubs. Ideal base to explore Causeway Coast Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Bushmills
and Glens. Whiskey Distillery.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Corratavey House Fragrens Glenhaven Glentaisie
Mrs C White Mrs V Greene Irene Liken Kristen Mullan
40 Quay Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6BH 34 Quay Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6BH 9 Whitehall Avenue, Ballycastle BT54 6WB 8a Hillside Road, Ballycastle, BT54 6HZ
Tel: (028) 2076 2845 Fax: (028) 2076 8828 Tel: (028) 2076 2168 or (028) 2076 2181 Tel: 028 2076 8459 Mobile: 07708 710904 Tel: 028 2076 8858
Mobile: 07962 077463 Mobile: 07739 911569 Email: irenemcl2000@yahoo.co.uk Email: reservations@glentaisie.com
Email: claireewhite@tiscali.co.uk Email: jgreene710@aol.com s£25-£30 d£22.50-£25 pps www.glentaisie.com
www.corratavey.co.uk http://members.aol.com/jgreene710 Double Ensuite £25 pps. Rooms 3 Ensuite 1 d£27.50 pps. Rooms 2, Ensuite 1, Private bathroom 1
d£25 pps. Rooms 5, ensuite 3 s£35 d£22.50 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 6. Open Jan-Nov Open April to September
Beautifully refurbished homes set on the side of
Open weekends all year round
Tastefully refurbished Victorian townhouse situated near Historic house built 1734-1750. Forms part of oldest Glentaisie, situated in Ballycastle at ‘The Top of the
all amenities, including Rathlin ferry, main bus stop property in Ballycastle. Completely restored, the Family home situated in a quiet area five minutes Town’. Family room with private bathroom featuring a
and cycle route number 93. Walks, cycle routes and spacious rooms each with TV, tea/coffee tray and walking distance to town centre. Convenient to golf roll-top bath and walk in power shower. The double
tours recommended. Languages - Polski, Deutsch (ein finished to a very high standard. Extensive breakfast club, beach and marina and cliff walks. It is an ideal room features a bespoke king size mahogany bed and
bisschen!), Français (un peu!). Private parking, secure menu served in conservatory. Central to Giant’s seaside location convenient to the Giant’s Causeway. private ensuite. Convenient to all amenities and tourist
parking for bikes, storage for outdoor enthusiasts Causeway and Glens of Antrim. Great hospitality. Rear attractions.
available. parking area. Recommended in Le Guide de Routard.
Within walking distance of beach, golf course and
ferry terminal.
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BALLYCASTLE BALLYCASTLE BALLYCASTLE BALLYCASTLE
BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Hillsea Two Kinbane Farmhouse B&B Mountview House Rock Manor
Marcus Jameson Nan Wilkinson Mrs R Getty Mrs K McArthur
6 Rathlin View, Ballycastle BT54 6EN 85 Whitepark Rd, Kinbane, Ballycastle BT54 6LP 23 Carrowcroey Rd, Armoy, Ballymoney BT53 8UH 87a Straid Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6NW
Tel & fax: (028) 2076 2385 Tel & fax: (028) 2076 9947 Mobile: 07753 508669 Tel & fax: (028) 2075 1402 Tel: (028) 2076 8815 Mobile: 07870 758273
Email: hillsea@utvinternet.com Email: kenbanefarms@aol.com Email: gracena@clara.co.uk s£25 d£28 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2
www.ballycastle-accommodation.com www.kinbane.com s£22 d£20-£22 pps. Rooms 4, ensuite 4 Open March-Oct
From £25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 £20-£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2
Peaceful rural setting with beautiful view, convenient to Family-run B&B close to Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-
Open Jan-Dec Open Jan-Dec
North Antrim Coast. Traditional farmhouse, family-run, Rede Rope Bridge and the Causeway Coast. Peaceful
Hillsea is a custom built guest house, luxuriously Situated between Ballycastle and Ballintoy on the home cooking. 4 spacious ensuite rooms with TV surroundings with gardens and trout-stocked lake.
furnished and decorated. Located on the main coast beautiful Causeway Coast, Kinbane offers spectacular & tea/coffee facilities. A warm and friendly welcome Family rooms available. Non-smoking residence.
road to the Giant's Causeway. It is 5 mins walk to town sea views of Rathlin Island, Fair Head and Scotland. awaits you.
centre and beach and ferries. We pride ourselves on Kinbane Castle ruins are a 10 minute walk.
large appetising breakfasts with homebaked breads
and scones.
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★/★★★ SELF CATERING
Crockatinney Cottages **** Marine Apartment **** Strandview House **** Ballycastle Holiday Homes ****/***
Mary McGinn Sean McCollum John McGowan Pearse McHenry
80a & b Whitepark Road, Ballycastle 23 Marine Apartments, 1 North Street 1e Strandview Road Ballycastle 7-10 Market Court, Ballycastle
Tel: (028) 2076 3451 Mobile: 07759 938 067 Ballycastle BT54 6BN Tel: 028 2076 9662 9 Bleachgreen, Ballycastle
Email: mary@mcginn9.wanadoo.co.uk Tel: (028) 7963 4288 Mobile: 07751 378668 Mobile: 07836 645 232 Mobile: 07742 475 009
www.crockatinneycottages.com Email: sdeocf@aol.com Email: jerrymcgowan@yahoo.com Fax: 028 2076 2418
2 Cottages (sleeps 5 each) £375-£550 per week www.ballycastlebreaks.co.uk House (1 units sleeps 4-5) £300-£450 Email: pearse_mchenry@hotmail.com
£200-£275 weekend break Apartment (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £250-£400 Email: info@ballycastleholidayhomes.com
Large maisonette with access straight from own front www.ballycastleholidayhomes.com
‘Stonechat’ and ‘Cuckoo’s Nest’ are set in idyllic
This 4 star 3 bedroom apartment is furnished to a high door, one minute walk to Marina, beach and tennis. Townhouses (5 units sleep 6) £300-£450
surroundings, which include a 19th Century Famine
standard, with all modern appliances. Situated at the Large kitchen/living area set on two levels. Ideal for a
Graveyard and stonewalls, a fishing lake, children’s play Opened in 2006, these luxury holiday homes offer all
sea front beside the Marine Hotel and Country Club, few days to explore the Glens of Antrim and Causeway
area and private car parking. This is just the place to you need for that restful break. These superb three
and has private parking. Shops, pubs, beach, tennis Coast.
get away from it all and experience local Northern Irish bedroomed townhouses are furnished to the highest
and golf are a short stroll away.
nature and history from the luxury of your very own of standards, which will cater for all your needs, are
home-from-home. The cottages are finished to a very situated in the heart of Ballycastle.
high standard and are fully furnished.
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★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★/★★ SELF CATERING
Glenshesk School House *** Strand Cottage *** 8 Strand Court *** Cushleake House ***
Mrs M McCaughan Mrs P Jameson Mr W McCluggage Phoebe Traill, 32 Quay Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6BH
7 Greenan Rd, Glenshesk, Ballycastle BT54 6QA 20 Sheskburn Ave, Ballycastle BT54 6BL 8 Strand Court, Ballycastle Tel: (028) 7133 8326 Mobile: 07790 647481
Tel: (028) 2076 2280 Tel: (028) 2076 2385 Tel: (028) 2827 9349 Email: phoebe@glenalla.com
Email: glensheskschoolhouse@hotmail.com Email: hillsea@utvinternet.com Email: williammccluggage@lycos.co.uk www.glenalla.com
www.glensheskschoolhouse.co.uk www.ballycastleaccommodation.com Apartment (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £250-£395 House (5 bedrooms, sleeps 10-12) £300-£700
Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £200-£325 House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £250-£425 Weekend Break (per unit) from £150
Magnificent spacious Victorian house offering uniquely
Weekend Break (per unit) from £120 Midweek Break (per unit) from £50 per night
Set in Glenshesk, one of famous nine Glens of Antrim, flexible accommodation. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Midweek Break (per unit) from £110
4 miles from Ballycastle, and the Beach. Situated in a Modern Luxury three bedroom apartment part of a (2 ensuite), 2 lounge/sitting rooms, dining room,
quiet, rural setting with panoramic views of the Scottish Spacious new well furnished house beside Ballycastle small block. Superbly located within a short walking well-equipped kitchen. Linen supplied. Large secluded
coastline. It has a private spacious garden with patio Strand. Quiet, nearby river walk, no through traffic. distance from the beach, tennis courts, golf course garden, off street parking. Superb location - close to
and barbeque, overlooking Knocklayde. Built 1834, it Laundry supplied, open fire. Quiet cul-de-sac. Next to and marina. Ideal for touring Causeway Coast and beach, shops and all amenities.
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Garden Cottage **
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★★ SELF CATERING BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★ HOTEL BED & BREAKFAST
Silvercliffs Holiday Village ** Rua-Wai Farm Ballygally Castle Hotel **** Cairnview
(Hagans Leisure Ltd) Mrs A Hunter General Manager: Norman McBride Mr I Lough
21 Clare Rd, Ballycastle BT54 6DB 149 Templepatrick Rd, Ballyclare BT39 9RW Coast Road, Ballygally BT40 2QZ 13 Croft Heights, Ballygally, Larne BT40 2QS
Tel: (028) 2076 2550 Fax: (028) 2076 2259 Tel: (028) 9335 2417 Tel: (028) 2858 1066 Fax: (028) 2858 3681 Tel & fax: (028) 2858 3269 Mobile: 07745 570037
Email: silvercliffs@hagansleisure.co.uk Email: ruawaifarm@yahoo.co.uk Email: conf@bgc.hastingshotels.com Email: bbcairnview@aol.com
www.hagansleisure.co.uk d£18-£20 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2 www.hastingshotels.com www.cairnviewweb.co.uk
47 apartments, chalets and caravans £133-£463 d£50-£90 pps (single supplements apply). s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
There is fishing on a river on this 20 acre farm which
Rooms 44, ensuite 44
With breathtaking views over Ballycastle Bay, near is central to a golf and riding centre, 10 miles to Larne Select accommodation in a modern house in the
Giant's Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, this Harbour, 8 miles to the International Airport and 8 miles Ideally located on the scenic Antrim coast, only 26 picturesque village of Ballygally, 10 minutes from
park is ideal for families. Includes indoor heated pool, to Belfast. It also offers complimentary tea on arrival. miles from Belfast and close to Larne, the Ballygally Larne, 1 mile from Cairndhu Golf Club, family rooms.
café, bar with live entertainment. Touring caravans Castle faces the soft sandy beaches of Ballygally Bay.
also welcome. Full of character and charm it boasts a welcoming
atmosphere.
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BALLYGALLY BALLYMENA BALLYMENA
★★★/★★★★/★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ HOTEL ★★★ HOTEL
Ballygally Holiday Apts ***/****/*****
Jennifer Riley
210 Coast Rd, Ballygally BT40 2QQ
Tel: (028) 2858 3061 Fax: 2858 3100
Mobile: 07890 197210
Email: info@ballygally.net
www.antrimcoastandglens.co.uk Galgorm Resort & Spa **** Adair Arms Hotel ***
7 apartments (sleeps 2-6) £300-£520 Stephanie Bloomfield Contact: Geraldine McLarnon
Midweek £200-£250 (3 nights) 136 Fenaghy Rd, Cullybackey, Ballymena BT42 1EA Ballymoney Road, Ballymena BT43 5BS
Weekend £175-£220 (2 nights) Tel: (028) 2588 1001 Fax: (028) 2588 0080 Tel: (028) 2565 3674 Fax: (028) 2564 0436
Email: sbloomfield@galgorm.com Email: info@adairarms.com
www.galgorm.com www.adairarms.com
Winner British Airways Best Self-Catering s£130 d£80 pps. Rooms 75, ensuite 75 s£60-£80 d£85-£95. Rooms 44, all ensuite
Apartments. Modern apartments overlooking Set in some of Ireland's most lush scenery, Galgorm The Adair Arms is in the centre of Ballymena which
sandy beach in picturesque village on the Antrim Resort & Spa is one of the finest country house hotels makes it ideally situated for business traveller and
Coast road. Equipped to a very high standard. in Ireland. The hotel boasts 75 ensuite bedrooms most conference delegates. As Ballymena is an excellent
Magnificent views over Irish Sea to Scotland. with river views, 10 self-catering cottages and has shopping town it makes it popular for those visiting the
conference and banqueting facilities for up to 350 area for short breaks and touring the Glens of Antrim.
Beside golf club and Carnfunnock Country Park. persons. Whether looking for a getaway for a weekend
Ideal for touring Antrim Glens and Causeway retreat, a venue for a business meeting or a setting for a
Coast. Activities arranged on request. rendez-vous with colleagues, Galgorm Resort and Spa
offers a variety of venues to suit all tastes.
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★★★ HOTEL ★★ GUEST HOUSE ★★ GUEST HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
Leighinmohr House Hotel *** Ashfield & Beechfield ** The Battery Inn ** Four Winds
Contact: Geraldine Doherty Jackie Kirkpatrick The Gibson family Mrs Dorothy Hanna
Leighinmohr Avenue, Ballymena, BT42 2AN 79-83 Galgorm Road, Ballymena 2 Church Rd, Glenwherry, Ballymena BT42 3EQ 146 Crankill Rd, Glarryford, Ballymena BT44 9HA
Tel: (028) 2565 2313 Fax: (028) 2565 6669 Tel: (028) 2565 9709 Fax: (028) 2565 0933 Tel: (028) 2583 1246 Tel: (028) 2568 5360
Email: info@leighinmohrhotel.com Mobile: 07799 058 074 Email: info@thebatteryinn.com Mobile: 07876 358 820 or 07739 813 463
www.leighinmohrhotel.com Email: beechfieldguesthouse@btconnect.com www.thebatteryinn.com s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 1
s£60-£80 d£85-£95. Rooms 21, all ensuite www.ballymenaguesthouses.co.uk s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 4, ensuite 4 The Four Winds is a mixed working farm on A26,
s£40-£45 d£32.50-£35 Rooms 21, ensuite 21 10 mins drive from Ballymena, 10 mins drive from
Situated in the prestigious Galgorm area and winner of Family run country pub with 4 superior ensuite rooms.
2 self catering units available £250-£400 Galgorm Resort and Spa, Cullybackey. 30 mins from
Ballymena’s Best Eating Establishment 2005. This 3 star Situated on the Larne/Ballymena Road at the A36/B94
hotel offers guests wonderful hospitality in a relaxed Located in Ballymena, our sister guesthouses Ashfield junction. Ideal for touring or working in County Giant’s Causeway, airport and Larne-Cairnryan ferries.
and traditional atmosphere. and Beechfield are splendid period houses where you Antrim area. Opposite Fort Royal restaurant. Tea making in all rooms
will find a homely, relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. and TV lounge available.
Located close to the train and bus station and within
easy walking distance to the town centre. Ground floor
rooms available.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Laurel Farm Limecourt Lisbreen Farmhouse Lisnafillan Lodge
Marianne and John Buick Mr Ian McKay Ms K M Miskelly Mrs J Douglas
8 Oldtown Rd, Kells, Ballymena BT42 3NL 6 Johnstonstown Road, Ballymena, BT43 6PX 436 Cushendall Rd, Ballymena BT43 6QE 46 Lisnafillan Rd, Gracehill BT42 1JA
Tel & fax: (028) 2589 1727 Mobile: 07808 857 326 Tel: 028 2563 1755 Tel: (028) 2175 8367 Tel & fax: (028) 2587 1660 Mobile: 07850 187581
Email: marianne@laurelfarm.net Mobile: 07815 142 919 or 07929 929 776 ensuite £22 pps, standard room £20 pps Email: jacdouglas@btinternet.com
www.laurelfarm.net Email: ljmckaylimecourt@hotmail.com Rooms 3, ensuite 1 www.gracehillaccommodation.co.uk
s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 1 www.limecourt.com s£27 d£23 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2
Relax by an open fire in our 19th century house. Home
s£35 d£55 Rooms 3, ensuite 3
A warm welcome and an excellent breakfast awaits you. baking. Tea/coffee on arrival. Central for touring Glens Early 1800s farmhouse in pleasant rural setting close
Laurel Farm is situated in a quiet rural area and offers Situated 5 minutes outside Ballymena, Limecourt is of Antrim and Causeway Coast. 40 minutes drive from to Galgorm and Ballymena. Central for North Coast and
guests an opportunity to relax on a small family farm. close to villages of Broughshane, Clough, Cullybackey Larne Harbour and International Airport. Situated on Belfast. Self-catering also available.
Ideally situated for Belfast and the North Coast. Located and Galgorm. It is the gateway to the Glens of Antrim A43, 6 miles from Ballymena.
near the Ross Park Hotel. and a central location to explore the North Coast.
Walks and cycling routes available on request. Bespoke
walking, cycling and golfing tours can be arranged.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Meadow View Pinegrove Lodge Parkhead Lodge ***** Ash Lodge ***
Mrs H McDowell Mrs H Barr Mrs Heather Barr Mrs L McWhirter
13 Redford Rd, Cullybackey, Ballymena BT43 5PR 2 Pinegrove Park, Ballymena BT43 6TJ 20 Andena Grange, Ballymoney Rd, Ballymena 18a Ballyconnelly Rd, Cullybackey, BT42 1JF
Tel: (028) 2588 0738 Mobile: 07870 730051 Tel: (028) 2564 3434 BT43 5EU Tel: (028) 2588 0600 Fax: (028) 2588 0555
Email: meadowviewbandb@btopenworld.com Mobile: 07889 466990 Tel: (028) 2564 3434 Mobile: 07889 466990 Email: lauren.mcwhirter@hotmail.co.uk
www.county-antrim.com Email: heather@pinegrovelodge.co.uk Email: heather@parkheadlodge.co.uk www.ashlodge.info
www.co-antrim.com www.pinegrovelodge.co.uk www.parkheadlodge.co.uk Bungalow (2 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £300-£350
s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 s£35 d£30 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 1 House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 4-5) £225-£450
Ash Lodge is ideal whether you’re visiting for a peaceful
Open Jan-Nov
Modern bungalow in rural setting. Easy access to Parkhead Lodge is Ballymena’s first luxury 5-star self- break in the surrounding countryside or to explore
Cullybackey, Ballymena and M2. Off A26 leading to Situated a few minutes from the town centre on the catering accommodation situated in a quiet cul-de-sac. Co. Antrim’s Causeway Coast and Glens, an area of
North Antrim Coast and Glens. Centrally heated ensuite main routes to Causeway Coast & Glens. Private a few mins walk from the town centre and on the main unsurpassed beauty and magnificent scenery. Ash
rooms, colour TV, tea/coffee facilities, electric blankets. ground floor accommodation with pretty gardens and routes from the ferry/airports to the North Antrim Coast. Lodge is on a working farm.
Warmest welcome assured. summerhouse. 250 metres from supermarket, ATM and The design is contemporary yet somehow manages
the very popular Countryman Inn. a warm and cosy atmosphere, with a keen attention
to detail.
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BALLYMONEY BALLYMONEY BALLYMONEY BALLYMONEY
★★ GUEST HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Harmony Hill Country House ** Ken-Mar House The Arches Westwinds
Balnamore, Ballymoney, Co.Antrim, BT53 7PS Ken & Mary McIlreavy Mrs J Foot Mary McConaghie
Tel: 028 2766 3459 Fax: 028 2766 3740 20 Queen Street, Ballymoney BT53 6JB 64 Pharis Rd, Ballymoney BT53 8JU 290a Moyarget Rd, Mosside, Ballymoney BT53 8EG
Email: webmaster@harmonyhill.net Tel: (028) 2766 3699 Mobile: 07749 058 830 Tel: (028) 2764 1570 Tel: (028) 2074 1471 Mobile: 07791 348922
www.harmonyhill.net Email: ken-mar@hotmail.co.uk Email: footarches@btopenworld.com Single £27. Double ensuite £22 pps
s£49 d£39.50 pps. Rooms 4, ensuite 4 s£25 d£20-£25. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 s£26 d£23 pps. Rooms 2 Standard double £20 pps. Twin £20 pps.
Open all year except Christmas Open Jan-Dec Rooms 3, ensuite 1
Harmony Hill House dates back to the 1760’s when it
Weekend Break (pps) from £18 per night
was the home of the owner of a Cornmill. The west wing Located 5 mins from Ballymoney town centre. Detached country bungalow in an acre of gardens,
Midweek Break (pps) from £18 per night
of the house has been extensively refurbished to provide Convenient to all tourist attractions on the North Coast. situated off the Ballycastle A44 Drones Road. Ideal base
accommodation for the traveller, including a Residents Bar Family run business with a warm and welcoming for walking and touring the Antrim coastline. Homely A secluded bungalow halfway between Ballycastle and
and grand drawing room in a style reminiscent of a bygone atmosphere. Centrally heated with colour TV and tea/ atmosphere. TV lounge available. The Arches is 500 Coleraine and just off the B67. With lovely views within
age. Dinner available for residents on request. Set in a coffee making facilities. Private car park. yards on the left from the A44 junction. 30 minutes drive of all North Coast attractions. We
mature 4 acre garden, bordering the Mill Race. specialise in home cooking and baking.
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Garden Cottage **** Knockavallen Lodge **** O’Harabrook Old Dairy **** The Chalet ***
John & Helen Hamilton Mrs C Surgenor Sandy & Bridget Cramsie Ruth Henry
2A Lisconnan Rd, Ballymoney BT53 8AD 77 Toberdoney Road, Dervock, Ballymoney BT53 8DH O’Harabrook, Bann Rd, Ballymoney BT53 7PN 6 Crosstagherty Rd, Ballymoney BT53 8LN
Tel: (028) 2074 1728 Tel & Fax: (028) 2074 1230 Tel & Fax: (028) 2766 6273 Mobile: 07771 636062 Tel: (028) 2766 4070 Mobile: 07845 477818
Email: countrygardencot@aol.com Mobile: 07761 356556 Email: cramsie@nireland.com Chalet (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4)
Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4-5) £180-£320 Email: knockavallenlodge@hotmail.co.uk www.oharabrook.com Weekend Break (per unit) from £150
www.knockavallenlodge.co.uk 3 apartments (sleeps 4-6) £195-£380 Midweek Break (per unit) from £150
Luxury 2 bedroom country cottage just minutes from
Apartment (2 Bedrooms, sleeps 5/6) £180-£320 Weekend Break (per unit) from £120
Causeway Coast and Glens. Ideal base for quiet and Luxury self-catering chalet sleeps 4 adults comfortably.
Midweek Break (per unit) from £160 (3 nights)
relaxing break with fishing and country walks. Price First class self catering accommodation in a peaceful Surrounded by luxurious gardens and picnic area.
includes heating, electricity, bedlinen and towels. countryside setting. Ground floor flat in farmhouse with Wonderfully converted old dairy within historic estate. Spacious play area for children. Off-street parking. Just
private parking, garden and patio furniture. Sleeps 5/6. Spacious secluded accommodation with access to off the Frocess Road, 4 miles from Ballymoney and
Tastefully furnished throughout with fully equipped gardens, walks, tennis, fishing, games/conference room a short drive to the Causeway Coast and Glens. Pets
modern kitchen. Suitable for all ages. Ideal for touring and laundry 20 minute drive from Causeway Coast & welcome by arrangement.
North Coast and Glens. Easy access to beaches, several top links golf courses. Disabled facilities.
leisure centres and sports facilities. Your comfort is
our concern!
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BED & BREAKFAST ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ HOTEL
Bushmills Inn Hotel ***
9 Dunluce Rd, Bushmills BT57 8QG
Tel: (028) 2073 3000
Fax: (028) 2073 2048
Email: mail@bushmillsinn.com
www.bushmillsinn.com
Lough Connolly Farmhouse Mill Cottage ***
Marie Jamieson Valerie Blake
103 Carnlough Rd, Broughshane BT43 7HQ Houstons Mill, 10 Buckna Rd, Broughshane BT42 4NJ
Tel & fax: (028) 2568 4380 Mobile: 07761 014434 Tel: (028) 2586 2777 Fax: (028) 2586 2700
Email: marie.jamieson1@hotmail.co.uk Email: broughshane@nacn.org
www.loughconnollyfarmhouse.co.uk www.antrim.net/broughshane ‘A living museum of Ulster hospitality’. This multi award-winning hotel with turf fires, oil lamps,
s£30 d£20 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £210-£350 nooks, crannies and even a secret room presents an extensive range of intriguing bedrooms, an
Over 100 years old farmhouse situated on main Antrim This traditional restored stone dwelling is situated on atmospheric restaurant (new Irish cuisine), a turf fired old kitchen and a Victorian bar still lit by
Coast and Glens road. Excellent views. Secure parking. the edge of Broughshane village known as the Garden gaslight - you're welcome.
Ideal for fishing, golfing and countryside walks. All Village of Ulster. Broughshane is renowned for flowers
rooms ensuite and of very high standard. Excellent and environmental work having won Ulster in Bloom,
home cooking and warm welcome to all. Credit cards Britain in Bloom, European Entente Florale and Nations Rooms 32, ensuite 32
accepted. in Bloom. Mill House d£69-£139 pps
Coaching Inn (budget rooms) s£68-£78 d£49 pps
Weekend and Midweek Breaks (pps) from £88
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★★ HOTEL BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Causeway Hotel ** Ballyness B&B Beardiville Farmhouse Brown’s Country House
Darrel Stevenson Helen Dunlop Mrs Vye McClure Mrs J Brown
40 Causeway Rd, Giant’s Causeway BT57 8SU 38 Castlecat Road, Bushmills BT57 8TN 8 Ballyhome Road, Bushmills BT52 2LU 174 Ballybogey Rd, Bushmills BT52 2LP
Tel: (028) 2073 1226 Fax: (028) 2073 2552 Tel: (028) 2073 1438 Mobile: 07977 402687 Tel: (028) 2073 1323 Tel: (028) 2073 2777 Fax: (028) 2073 1627
Email: reception@giants-causeway-hotel.co.uk s£32 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2 Mobile: 07873 557 923 Mobile: 07761 385 275
www.giants-causeway-hotel.com Open March-Oct Email: beardiville@btinternet.com Email: brownscountryhouse@hotmail.com
s£50 d£40 pps. Rooms 28, ensuite 28 From s£27 d£22 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 www.brownscountryhouse.co.uk
Farmhouse in peaceful rural location half mile south
Weekend Break (pps) from £85 s£30-£35 d£25-£27 pps. Rooms 8, ensuite 8
of Old Bushmills Distillery on B66 beside Ballyness
Midweek Break (pps) from £85 A warm welcome awaits you at Beardiville Farmhouse, Open all year ex Christmas & New Year
Caravan Park. Convenient to Giant’s Causeway and
scenic North Antrim Coast. Good choice of restaurants situated off B62 on B17 Coleraine to Bushmills. Just a Close to Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope
Situated on the North Antrim Coast at the entrance to
nearby. Non-smoking. few minutes from either towns including Portrush and Bridge, sandy beaches, pony trekking, fishing and golf
the world famous Giant’s Causeway. This old family
on main route to Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery courses. Electric blankets, central heating, tea/coffee
hotel established in 1836 has been tastefully renovated
and North Antrim Coast. Comfortable rooms, friendly facilities in all rooms. Renowned for superb breakfast
and restored to provide modern facilities while retaining
atmosphere, old fashioned hospitality and a good and friendly atmosphere.
its old grandeur and charm. The 28 centrally heated
hearty breakfast. Safe parking and a good nights rest.
bedrooms have TV, tea/coffee making facilities and
bathrooms ensuite.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Carnglass Farmhouse Chris-Mull Craig Cottage Craigalappin Country House
Mrs A Carson Mrs M McMullan Mrs Rosemary McFarland Anne Matthews
170 Ballybogey Rd, Bushmills BT53 6PQ 4 Castlenagree Rd, Bushmills BT57 8SW 181 Whitepark Rd, The Craig, Bushmills BT57 8SS 26 Craigalappin Rd, Bushmills BT57 8XY
Tel: (028) 2074 1762 Mobile: 07810 104 500 Tel: (028) 2073 1154 Fax: (028) 2073 0291 Tel: (028) 2073 1480 Mobile: 07917 311 989 Tel: (028) 2073 2027
Email: stay@carnglass.com Mobile: 07736 126 889 www.craigcottage.co.uk Mobile: 07732 695119
www.carnglass.com s£30 d£22.50-£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 1 www.craigcottage.com d£22 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
s£25-£30 d£23-£25. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 2 private bathrooms s£25-£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Farmhouse accommodation situated on the North
Weekend Break (pps) £45 Open all year ex Christmas
This delightful bed & breakfast accommodation is Antrim Coast, close to all local attractions such as
Situated on a working farm, this modern farmhouse Country cottage 2 miles from Giant’s Causeway outside Bushmills. Craig Cottage is set on a location Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery and Carrick-a-
provides rooms with uninterrupted views of the and Bushmills Distillery. Convenient to all coastal with stunning views of the coastline. Ideal place to Rede Rope Bridge. Close to local bars and restaurants.
countryside. You are assured of a warm welcome, attractions. All bedrooms with tea/coffee making start your visit in the North Coast. No credit cards. Wheelchair access.
excellent food and accommodation. From Bushmills facilities. Sterling prefered.
take B17 at the junction with B62, turn left towards
Ballymoney, travel 1.5 miles, house on right.
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Kilmail Country Chalet Montalto House Revallagh Seaview
Hazel Ann Watton Hilary Taggart Anna Rankin Mrs M Dunlop
12 Kilmoyle Road, Ballymoney BT53 6NR 5 Craigaboney Rd, Bushmills BT57 8XD 184 Ballybogey Rd, Bushmills BT57 8UQ 194 Whitepark Rd, Bushmills BT57 8SN
Tel: (028) 2074 1358 Mobile: 07968 955 139 Tel & fax: (028) 2073 1257 Mobile: 07980 562 838 Tel: (028) 2073 2295 Mobile 07967 910 979 Tel & fax: (028) 2073 1621
Email: lisbogey.farm@virgin.net Email: montaltohouse@btconnect.com s£30-£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 1 Email: cdunlop194@aol.com
www.kilmailcountrychalet.co.uk www.montaltohouse.com 1 private bathroom www.stayatseaview.com
s£25-£30 d£25-£30 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 s£25-£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 5 Weekend Break (pps) from £40 s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Open March-Oct Midweek Break (pps) from £40 Open Feb-Nov
This family run facility is furnished to a high standard
with solid oak trim throughout, king size beds and power Large Victorian house with panoramic views of North Comfortable homely accommodation situated on the Spacious, modern bungalow with panoramic sea view
showers. All rooms ground floor, ramped access if Coast. Peaceful rural location yet only 10 minutes walk Ballybogey/Portrush Road (B62). Convenient to all convenient to all Causeway Coast attractions. All rooms
needed. Located 600m from B62 Ballymoney to Portrush to Bushmills. Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery amenities on the Causeway Coast. TV and tea/coffee with tea/coffee and TV. Home cooking and a warm and
Road near the village of Ballybogy in a quiet rural and Dunluce Castle all within 2 miles. The breakfast facilities in rooms. Central to local hotels. friendly welcome awaits you.
setting, 3 miles form the north coast and the main A2 menu is varied with homemade bread and preserves a
coast road to Bushmills, Giant's Causeway and Portrush speciality. Special diets catered for on request.
seaside resort. Free internet access.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Springfarm Tramway B&B Turfahun Lodge Valley View Country House
Mrs A Kerr Mr & Mrs C Allison Mrs I Dobbin Valerie McFall
15 Isle Rd, Dunseverick, Bushmills BT57 8TD 4 Tramway Drive, Bushmills BT57 8YS 177 Straid Rd, Turfahun, Bushmills BT57 8XW 6a Ballyclough Rd, Bushmills BT57 8TU
Tel: (028) 2073 1780 Fax: (028) 2073 0355 Tel: (028) 2073 2335. Mobile: 07880 552280 Tel: (028) 2073 1918 Tel: (028) 2074 1608 Fax: (028) 2074 2739
Mobile: 07808 039550 Email: tramwayretreat@ukonline.co.uk s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 Mobile: 07718 867 677
Email: springfarm@btinternet.com s£30-£35 d£22.50-£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 Email: valerie.mcfall@btinternet.com
In a peaceful rural setting near the Giant’s Causeway
s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 www.valleyviewbushmills.com
Within walking distance to Bushmills town. First class and Bushmills Distillery, this modern farm bungalow
s£30-£33 d£24-£27 pps. Rooms 7, ensuite 7
Family-run dairy farm near Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills accommodation with ensuite bedrooms, central heating, offers ensuite rooms with TV and tea/coffee facilities.
Open all year ex Christmas
Distillery and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Spacious TV, hairdryers, tea trays in all rooms. Private parking At Bushmills Distillery take the B17 to Ballycastle
ground floor ensuite rooms. Visit the farmyard animals. and large garden. Large lounge for guests use. (Straid Road) and the house is 2.5 miles from Attractive country house, peaceful setting, beautiful
Breakfast caters for various diets. 500 yards off A2. Bushmills. views. Convenient to Giant’s Causeway, Distillery,
Dunluce Castle and Rope Bridge. Afternoon tea and
scones on arrival. Friendly atmosphere. Spacious
rooms tastefully decorated with tea/coffee, mini coolers,
TV, hairdryers. Wireless access. No smoking. Signed to
left off B17 to Coleraine.
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
1 The Aird Cottages **** Aird Cottage **** Bluebell Cottage **** Bush Lodge ****
Jean Dougan Mr Getty Mrs M Petrie Jayne Fulton
Causeway Road, Bushmills BT57 8AR 10 The Aird, Causeway Road, Bushmills BT57 8AR 11 Ballyclogh Cottages, Bushmills BT57 8AA 12 Bush Crescent, Bushmills BT57 8AJ
Tel & fax: (028) 9070 5322 Tel & fax: (028) 9751 0212 Mobile: 07719 528699 Tel: (028) 2587 1431 Mobile: 07759 822472 Tel/Fax: (028) 9127 2039
Mobile: 07810 182903 Email: douglasgetty@btinternet.com Email: mary.petrie@btinternet.com Mobile: 07703 442 495
Email: onetheaird@hotmail.com Email: info@airdcottage.com Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £210-£370 Email: jayne@bushlodgebushmills.co.uk
Apartment (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £250-£350 www.airdcottage.com www.bushlodgebushmills.co.uk
Luxury furnished cottage on a peaceful hillside location
House (sleeps 4) £380 House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £300-£375
Two bedroom (one double ensuite, one twin) ground enjoying panoramic views of sea and surrounding
floor apartment. 1km from Giant’s Causeway with Luxury, two bedroom cottage. One ensuite, well countryside. A few minutes drive to Portrush,
unparalleled views over Causeway Coast. Luxuriously equipped kitchen. Superb location, adjacent to Giant's Portstewart, Portballintrae and Giant's Causeway. Price Bright modern house, ideal touring base for the
furnished in pine, fully fitted kitchen. Ideal base to Causeway with sea view. includes electricity, heating and linen. Open all year. delights of North Antrim. Relaxing lounge, fully
discover the natural beauty of the Causeway. equipped kitchen, spacious dining area with
patio doors leading to south facing enclosed
garden. Three bedrooms, one ensuite, sleeps five.
Linen and towels free.
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BUSHMILLS BUSHMILLS BUSHMILLS BUSHMILLS
★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Causeway Cottage Bushmills **** Dunluce Cottage **** Eagry Cottage**** Gunya ****
Mr & Mrs L Fawcett Marianne Hood Etta Halliday Irene & Harold Kerr
38 Bush Crescent, off Bush Gardens 9 Dunluce Cottages, Priestland Rd, Bushmills 10 Eagry Gardens, Bushmills BT57 8AU 37 Bush Crescent, Bushmills BT57 8AJ
Bushmills BT57 8AJ Tel: (028) 9022 5772 Mobile: 07979 937 381 Mobile: 07780 962 697 Tel: (028) 2073 2056
Mobile: 07771 537 987 Email: info@dunlucecottages.com Email: stay@bushmillscottages.com Mobile: 07711 896576 / 07708 657749
Email: info@causewaycottages.co.uk www.dunlucecottages.com www.bushmillscottages.com Email: info@causewaycoastselfcatering.com
www.causewaycottages.co.uk House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £250-£395 Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £350-£400 www.causewaycoastselfcatering.com
Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £300-£600 House (4 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £250-£500
A fully equipped luxury cottage situated in a child Just a few minutes walk from shops, restaurants Short breaks from £125
At the gateway to the attractions of the Giant’s friendly cul-de-sac. 3 bedrooms (master ensuite). Able and pubs, Eagry Cottage is beside the world famous
Causeway and North Antrim Coast including 7 world to accommodate 5 persons plus a baby. Fully fitted Bushmills Distillery. Offering an excellently equipped Gunya - Maggie's Cottage.
class golf courses. Modern bungalow ideal for families, kitchen and separate utility room with washing machine base from which to explore the natural beauty of the 4 bedroom and 2 bedroom, 4 star NITB approved.
or groups of golfers. The area is quiet and safe but and tumble dryer. Set on an elevated site with views Causeway Coast and local seaside towns. Walking distance to Bushmills distillery, shops etc.
very close to shops, bars and restaurants. Child and over the river and providing an ideal base from which Minutes travel to Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede
pet friendly. to explore the North Coast. rope bridge and Glens. Houses made up to suit your
needs and that special occasion. Book early to avoid
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Haughey's Row **** Melagh Cottage **** Primrose Cottage **** The Drum Gatelodge ****
Catherine Wray Ian Patterson Beverley Bryans, 46 Bush Crescent, Bushmills BT57 8AE The Irish Landmark Trust
1 Haughey’s Row, Bushmills BT57 8AP 16 Bush Gardens, Bushmills BT57 8AE Tel: (028) 9146 7144 Mobile: 07905 146942 Ballylough Estate, Bushmills, Co Antrim
Tel: (028) 2954 1922 Mobile: 07733 004 773 Tel: (028) 9044 8249 Mobile: 07802 336 624 Email: bevbryans@ukgateway.net Tel: 00353 1 6704733 Fax: 00353 1 6704887
Email: wraycatherine@hotmail.com Email: ian@melaghcottage.com www.primrosecottagebushmills.co.uk www.irishlandmark.com
Townhouse (3 bedrooms, sleeps 4 plus 2 children) www.melaghcottage.com Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £265-£395 Gatelodge sleeps 2, £343-£441
£300-£450 Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £295-£395 Weekend Break (per unit) from £125
This unique, pretty Gatelodge is situated in Bushmills
Weekend & Midweek Breaks from £180 (low season) Weekend Break (per unit) from £130 (2 nights) Midweek Break (per unit) from £165
Co. Antrim right beside the Giant’s Causeway. Nearby
Open all year Midweek Break (per unit) from £130 (2 nights)
This cottage-style self-catering accommodation is are the blue flag breakers at Ballycastle, Portrush,
Holdiay Weekend from £200 (3 nights)
Modern 3 bedroom townhouse within walking distance recently built. Luxurious fitting throughout. All mod and Portballintrae. The Drum sleeps 2 and is an ideal
of bustling Bushmills village. Set in a quiet location Quality modern bungalow in a quiet residential location. cons, central heating, open log fire. Master bedroom location for a short romantic break. Weekend and
with beautiful countryside views, this house can Enclosed rear garden. Local attractions: Giant’s (en-suite). Good sized twin bedded room and single midweek breaks also available.
sleep 6. Facilities include ensuite to master bedroom, Causeway, beaches, golf etc. Oil/electricity, bed linen room. Barbeque/garden furniture, etc. Video, DVD/CD
spacious kitchen and open fire in comfortable living and towels supplied. No hidden extras. player. Quiet residential location. Ideal for touring. Open
room. all year. Welcome pack on arrival. A home from home.
Off-street parking for 2 cars.
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Trail House **** Turret Lodge **** Willow Cottage **** Ballinastraid Farm Cottage ***
Mr M Apsley Sheelagh & Andrew Wright Mr A Crawford Mrs M McAlister
47 Bush Crescent, Bushmills BT57 8AJ 4 Haughey’s Row, Bushmills BT57 8AP 14 Ballyclough Cottages, Bushmills BT57 8AA Whitepark Bay, 17 Moycraig Road
Tel: (028) 9332 2218 Fax: (028) 9445 4448 Mobile: 07796 792 361 Tel & fax: (01373) 834353 Mobile: 07802 410603 Bushmills, BT57 8TB
Mobile: 07795 227 112 Email: info@turretlodge.com Email: info@crawford-cottages.co.uk Tel/Fax: (028) 2073 1560
Email: trail1883@fastmail.co.uk www.turretlodge.com www.crawford-cottages.co.uk Email: jmmca@btopenworld.com
House (sleeps 5-6) £225-£375 House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £395 Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £225-£400 Cottage (sleeps 5) £250-£350
Open Jan-Dec Weekend Break (per unit) from £140 (2 nights) Open Jan-Dec
Turret Lodge is a charming, beautifully decorated Midweek Break (per unit) from £180 (3 nights)
Traill House is a luxury semi-detached house. property situated on the edge of Bushmills, just a Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,
Comfortable accommodation in child friendly short walk from the famous Bushmills Distillery. "Lovely cottage, absolutely spectacular surroundings". on the scenic North Antrim Coast, this family
cul-de-sac, it provides an ideal base from which With 3 bedrooms (2 double, 1 twin), a sizeable Attractively furnished cottage with south facing balcony accommodation is modern and fully equipped, with
to visit the many visitor attractions along the enclosed garden, large well-equipped and large garden. Views to the coast and mountains. OFCH and private grounds for safe parking, playing
Causeway Coast. kitchen/dining and luxurious living space, it is Pretty living/dining area with TV/DVD, fully equipped etc. Ideally located for walking, time on the beach and
perfect for family/group holidays or a romantic break. kitchen (cooker, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer). exploring the Causeway Coast. Brochure and email
Two bedrooms. Price includes oil-fired centralheating, booking available. Ramp at front door for easy access.
electricity and linen.
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★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ HOTEL
20 Dunluce Cottages *** Village Lodge *** Walkmill Holiday Cottages *** Londonderry Arms Hotel ***
Mr J Armstrong Irene McGaughey Joan Adams 20 Harbour Rd, Carnlough BT44 0EU
20 Dunluce Cottages, Priestland Rd, 129 Main St, Bushmills BT57 8QB 28 Priestland Rd, Bushmills BT57 8XB Tel: (028) 2888 5255 Fax: (028) 2888 5263
Bushmills BT56 7AT Tel & Fax: (028) 2588 2230 Mobile: 07773 268 196 Tel: (028) 2073 1261 Email: lda@glensofantrim.com
Mobile: 07790 325922 Email: bushmills.vlodge@btinternet.com 2 cottages (sleeps 4) £225-£350 www.glensofantrim.com
Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £250-£350 www.bushmills.vlodge.btinternet.co.uk s£55-£70 d£45-£55 pps. Rooms 35, ensuite 35
Well appointed cottages in tranquil rural setting
House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £230-£389 Weekend Break (pps) from £90
Located 5 minutes walk from Bushmills. Ideal base overlooking picturesque salmon leap on the River Bush.
to visit many historical interests. Kitchen with fridge, Ideal location for exploring Causeway Coast. Convenient to Giant’s Causeway and local resorts on Midweek Break (pps) from £75
freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, TV Convenient to shops and restaurants. Families very North Antrim coast, and just half a mile from Bushmills This beautiful Georgian hotel was built in 1847/8. Once
and video and DVD player. welcome. Sleeps 4 adults and 2 children (bunk beds). village. Garden and enclosed play area. owned by Sir Winston Churchill, it is now owned and
Secure private parking. Clean, comfortable, well managed by Mr Frank O’Neill. With its open log fires,
equipped house. Price includes central heating, electric, private lounges and award-winning restaurant, this
bed linen and towels. A home from home. premier hotel in the Glens of Antrim is the perfect place
to stay and discover the north eastern part of Ireland.
Member of Irish Country Hotels.
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CARNLOUGH CARNLOUGH CARNLOUGH CARRICKFERGUS
★ GUEST HOUSE ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ HOTEL
Bridge Inn * Largy Coastal Apartments ***** Redbrae Holiday Cottages ***** Clarion Hotel ***
Mrs E Davidson Mrs Gladys Smyth Mrs Daphne Gaston Claire Summers, 75 Belfast Rd, Carrickfergus BT38 8PH
2 Bridge St, Carnlough BT44 0ET 69/71 Largy Rd, Carnlough BT44 0JJ 58a & 58b Largy Rd, Carnlough BT44 0JG Tel: (028) 9336 4556 Fax: (028) 9335 1620
Tel: (028) 2888 5669 Fax: (028) 2888 5096 Tel & Fax: (028) 2888 5635 Mobile: 07732 704 775 Tel: (028) 2888 5397 Email: reservations1@clarioncarrick.com
Mobile: 07711 800771 Email: gladyssmyth@btopenworld.com Email: info@redbraecottages.com www.clarioncarrick.com
Email: info@mcauleyscarnlough.com www.ireland4you.freeservers.com www.redbraecottages.com B&B s£70 d£90. Rooms 68, ensuite 68
www.mcauleyscarnlough.com 4 apartments (1/2 bedrooms, sleeps 2-4) 2 cottages (2/3 bedrooms, sleeps 2-6) £180-£460
£275-£500 Situated at the gateway to the Causeway Coastal route,
s£22 d£20 pps. Rooms 5 Redbrae Holiday Cottages offer traditional style luxury 15 mins from Belfast City Centre. Superb guest rooms,
Family run business, with a warm and welcoming Award winning luxury accommodation with magnificent accommodation on the North Antrim Coast of Ireland. expert service and unparalleled amenities. Recently
atmosphere. Live entertainment every weekend and sea views. Situated in 1 acre of garden and woodland Ideal for touring Glens of Antrim and Giant’s Causeway. refurbished, with uncompromising attention to detail,
ideal location situated close to many amenities. Take extending down to Antrim Coast Road. Short walk to Ten minutes walking distance from the seaside village guest rooms and suites including non-smoking, smoking
the A24 road from Ballymena-Carnlough. Take A2 from local beach, shops and restaurants. An ideal location of Carnlough. These cottages boast spectacular views and wheelchair accessible rooms, 6 conference and
for touring the Antrim Coast and Glens and the world of the Irish Sea and Antrim hills to the rear.
Larne to Carnlough. Both approximately 14 miles. banqueting rooms and a great choice of dining experiences
famous Giant’s Causeway. Ferry packages can be
arranged at discounted rates. in the Red Pepper or Bar 75 Grill. Free parking. Plus the
unwavering desire to make you welcome.
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★★ HOTEL ★ HOTEL BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Dobbins Inn Hotel ** Coast Road Hotel * Beechgrove Hillcrest House
6-8 High St, Carrickfergus BT38 7AF Roland Bailie Mrs B Barron Norma Clark
Tel & fax: (028) 9335 1905 28 Scotch Quarter, Carrickfergus BT38 7DP 412 Upper Rd, Carrickfergus BT38 9PW 66 Bellahill Rd, Carrickfergus BT38 9DB
Email: bookingdobbins@bt.connect.com Tel: (028) 9335 1021 Fax: (028) 9336 2254 Tel & fax: (028) 9336 3304 Tel & fax: (028) 9336 7342
www.dobbinsinnhotel.co.uk Email: rbailie@coastroadhotel.co.uk Email: enquiries@beechgrovefarm.co.uk Email: info@hillcrestbb.plus.com
s£48-£50 d£34-£35 pps. Rooms 15, ensuite 15 www.coastroadhotel.co.uk www.beechgrovefarm.co.uk www.hillcrestireland.co.uk
Open all year ex Christmas, Boxing Day and s from £50 d from £35 pps. Rooms 19, ensuite 19 s£25 d£22.50 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 6 s£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 1
New Years Day Homely farmhouse set in rural countryside, fully central Set in 5 acres with superb views over Belfast Lough and
A family owned and managed hotel, with a warm and
Family run 15-bedroom hotel on site of 15th Century friendly welcome. Bedrooms are comfortable with heated, television, tea/coffee facilities in bedrooms. surrounding countryside. Carrickfergus in bloom 2006
Castle. With ghost. private facilities. Excellent restaurant, overlooks Belfast Close to historic seaside town with its Norman Castle winner of best kept hotel, pub, guest house category.
Lough and Carrickfergus Castle. and Church. Good home cooking and warm and Only 15miles from Belfast city centre and 3 miles from
friendly welcome. Superb view. Disability room and historic Carrickfergus. Hillcrest offers beautiful gardens,
disability car parking available. superb accommodation and friendly atmosphere.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Leafield House Parklands Seascape Country House Woodbine Farm
Mr Ryan Easton Eunice Sherratt Margaret Purdy Mrs M Crawford
56 Larne Road, Ballycarry, Carrickfergus BT38 9JR 320 Upper Rd, Troopers Lane, Carrickfergus BT38 8PN 59a Quay Lane, Whitehead, Carrickfergus BT38 9SS 98 Carrickfergus Rd, Ballynure, Carrickfergus BT39 9QP
Tel: (028) 9337 8692 Tel: (028) 9336 2528 Tel: (028) 9337 3828 Fax: (028) 9337 2287 Tel: (028) 9335 2092 Mobile 07816 766 482
Email: leafieldhouse@talk21.com Email: info@parklandsfarmhouse.co.uk Mobile: 07887 844 983 s£26 d£23 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
s£25 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 www.parklandsfarmhouse.co.uk Email: enquires@seascapecountryhouse.co.uk
A warm welcome awaits you in this family-run
s£25-£30 d£20-£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 1 www.seascapecountryhouse.co.uk
Leafield House is situated in the countryside in 23 farmhouse. Guests’ TV lounge and tea/coffee facilities
s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
acres of wooded hillside. All rooms have been tastefully Beautiful old farmhouse, good food, antiques, in rooms. Central to Larne, Carrickfergus, Belfast and
decorated and are newly furnished. Superb views of interesting animals and poultry. Full size snooker table. Beautiful family run B&B with superior accommodation Ballyclare off the main A8 Belfast-Larne road.
Islandmagee and Scottish coast. Close to ferries and airports. Euros accepted. and panoramic views over Belfast Lough to the County
Down coast. Carrickfergus 3 miles, Larne 9 miles,
Belfast 12 miles. Although nestled in the countryside all
amenities are near-by.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★★ SELF-CATERING
Keeragh Lodge
Mrs Sandra Hall
59 Altikeeragh Road, Castlerock BT51 4SR
Tel: (028) 7084 8666 Mobile: 07761 402 440
Email: sandrakeeraghlodge@btinternet.com
s£35-£40 d£30-£35 pps. 2 rooms, 2 ensuite
Carneety House Railway Lodge*****
Carol Henry Wake up to stunning scenery and natural wildlife at 16 Belvedere Park, Castlerock
120 Mussenden Rd, Castlerock BT51 4TX Keeragh Lodge. Spacious ensuite luxury bedrooms, Mobile: 07786 397 029 / 07803 015 674
Tel: 7084 8640 Fax: (028) 7084 9917 Email: melvingillis@tiscali.co.uk
Mobile: 07762 502642
separate lounge and dining facilities with views of www.railwaylodgecastlerock.co.uk
Email: catherineohenry@btinternet.com Castlerock, Portstewart and Portrush within your Cottage (3 rooms, sleeps 6) £280-£500
s£25 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 1 gaze. Delightful beaches, golf courses, historic A modern 5 star luxury self catering accommodation
Open all year ex Christmas castles, mountains/lowland walks and the Giant’s situated in the tranquil village of Castlerock on the
Set in the lovely North Coast countryside close to Causeway within 25 minutes drive from the quality beautiful North Coast. The house is close to the local
Mussenden Temple, our traditional farmhouse provides accommodation and unparalleled views together with amenities, just minutes walk to the shops, beach,
comfortable rooms overlooking the garden with home railway station and Castlerock golf course. 3 bedrooms
cooking and family atmosphere. Stabling for horses
the welcoming cup of tea, home cooking and delicious (one ensuite), kitchen/dinette fully equipped, bathroom,
is available, also beautiful walks to nearby forests prepared breakfast. Additional nearby facilities: trout spacious lounge, utility room, contemporary designed
and beaches. fishing, horse riding, handgliding, scenic train ride to rooms, private garden with pation and BBQ area, secure
Londonderry, Coleraine, Portrush and beyond. Also parking. All bed linen and towels supplied.
ferry to Donegal 10 minutes.
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CASTLEROCK CASTLEROCK CASTLEROCK
LUXURY ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Tara Lodge ***** Apostle Cottage****
Pine Hollow ***** Dishwasher, washing machine, t/dryer, microwave, Mrs D Megahey Julie Mason
2 Belvedere Avenue, Castlerock BT51 4XD 7 Cliff Terrace, Castlerock
19 Belvedere Park, Sea Rd fridge, freezer, 3 TVs, DVD, video, music centre, Tel: (028) 9029 0923 Mobile: 07900 898857 Tel: (028) 7084 9633 Mobile: 07915 388 700
Castlerock BT51 4XY garden furniture, BBQ and extra cooking aids. Linen Email: tara_lodge@hotmail.com Email: juliemasontt@hotmail.com
Tel & fax: (028) 7084 8698 and heat supplied (normal usage). No pets. No www.tara-lodge.co.uk www.causewaycoastcottage.co.uk
House (4 bedrooms, sleeps 8) £399-£599 Cottage (sleeps 4) £300-£450
Mobile: 07899 666155 smoking. Less than 5 minutes away: Castlerock Weekend Break (per unit) from £225
Email: pat@irelandaccommodation.co.uk Strand, Mussenden Temple, Hezlett House, Downhill Our cottage is part of a terrace known locally as ‘The
Midweek Break (per unit) from £250
Twelve Apostles’, erected by Sir Henry Harvey Bruce,
www.irelandaccommodation.co.uk Beach, horse riding, birdwatching, Downhill Castle, Situated in the beautiful seaside village of Castlerock. owner of the Downhill Estate, in 1882. It is listed because
Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £375-£500 scenic train ride to L/Derry. Less than 25 minutes Beautifully appointed, detached property. 10 mins walk of its style and charm. The cottage enjoys a superb
to the beach, shops, restaurants, golf course. Spacious location a short distance from the beach, Mussenden
Weekend Break from £180-£200 away: market towns Limavady, Garvagh, Roe Valley Temple and Casterock Golf Club. The kitchen is fully
kitchen/dining room. 2 twin and 2 double bedrooms.
1 double ensuite, 1 twin ensuite, Country Park, Forest Park, Magilligan Point ferry 2 bathrooms plus 1 ensuite. Enclosed patio area and equipped with all mod cons. Pets welcome.
1 double ensuite bathroom, cloak/WC, living to Greencastle, Donegal, Portstewart. Good house gas BBQ.
room, kitchen/dining and enclosed back yard keeping deposit (refundable).
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF-CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Castle Cottage **** Gortarock**** Mussenden - Derry Farm Cottages **** Rose Cottage ****
Mrs C McMaster Noreen Roulston Mr & Mrs David Hunter Eva Culbert
53 Belvedere Park, Castlerock BT51 4XW 59d Sea Road,Castlerock BT51 4TW 23 Seapark, Castlerock BT51 4TH 45 Belvedere Pk, Sea Rd, Castlerock BT51 4XW
Tel: (028) 9147 1318 Mobile: 07968 963932 Tel/Fax: (028) 7184 1995 Mobile: 07763 114 904 Tel: (028) 7130 1214 Mobile: 07708 249 556 Tel: (028) 2589 1487 Mobile: 07816 774013
Email: mcmaster31@btinternet.com Email: Roulston103@aol.com Email: info@derryfarmcottages.com Email: culbertdave@aol.com
Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £300-£420 Townhouse (sleeps 6) £325-£425 www.derryfarmcottages.com Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £300-£400
Weekend Break (per unit) from £160 Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £450-£595 /week Weekend break £150 (2 nights)
Gortarock is a new modern townhouse offering a very
Midweek Break (per unit) from £160
high standard of accommodation for six people, with ‘Mussenden’ is a coastal retreat at Castlerock, minutes A tastefully furnished dwelling comprising 3 bedrooms
Beautiful pine furnished 3 bedroom (1 ensuite) two double en-suite bedrooms, one twin bedroom and from the beach and championship links golf course. (1 ensuite). Kitchen and utility room fully equipped.
bungalow. Kitchen fully equipped with dishwasher, a well equipped kitchen and utility room. Ideally suited Castlerock’s scenic location also appeals to walkers and Private enclosed patio and BBQ area at the rear with
fridge etc. Utility room with washing machine, tumble for touring the scenic North Coast. cyclists. Famous local places to visit include Giant’s garden furniture. Price includes linen and OFCH. No
dryer, freezer. Living room has wood/coal burning Causeway, Bushmills Distillery. Excellent restaurants and pets. It is ideally suited for touring the North Coast.
stove, TV, video. Garden with patio/furniture BBQ. wine bars nearby to suit all tastes. Marvellous beaches
Highchair and travel cot available. Close to beach and with watersports and surfing locally. Sleeps 7 (1 king
golf course. Ideal base for touring Antrim Coast and ensuite, 1 double, 1 family room). Fully equipped house,
Donegal. Price includes linen and o.f.c.h. garden, excellent for holiday or corporate guests.
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★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ HOTEL ★★★ HOTEL ★★★ HOTEL
Gracenotes *** Brown Trout Golf & Country Inn *** Bushtown Hotel *** Lodge Hotel & Travelstop ***
Jennifer McIlreavy 209 Agivey Rd, Aghadowey BT51 4AD 283 Drumcroone Rd, Coleraine BT51 3QT Lodge Rd, Coleraine BT52 1NF
15 Seacourt Mews, Castlerock BT51 4LG Tel: (028) 7086 8209 Fax: (028) 7086 8878 Tel: (028) 7035 8367 Fax: (028) 7032 0909 Tel: (028) 7034 4848 Fax: (028) 7035 4555
Tel: (028) 7084 9328 Email: jane@browntroutinn.com Email: reception@bushtownhotel.com Email: info@thelodgehotel.com
Email: jennymcilreavy@fsmail.net www.browntroutinn.com www.bushtownhotel.com www.thelodgehotel.com
House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5-6) £350-£400 s£60-£70 d£40-£55 pps. Rooms 15, ensuite 15 s£55-£65 d£42.50-£45 pps. Rooms 39, ensuite 39 s£68-£70 d£40-£45 pps. Rooms 56, ensuite 56
Weekend Break (per unit) from £150 Weekend Break (pps) from £89-£99 Weekend Break (pps) from £105
Conveniently situated for shopping, golfing,
Midweek Break (per unit) from £150 Midweek Break (pps) from £69 Midweek Break (pps) from £85
horseriding or sight seeing. A choice of 7 golf
Cosy town house in Castlerock village. Very near to Nestling near the River Bann only 12.8km from the Country house hotel with 39 ensuite bedrooms and courses, one for each day of the week, all within 30
beach, golf course and village amenities. Price includes picturesque Causeway Coast. This old inn with 15 rooms, leisure complex which has swimming pool, sauna, minutes drive. Relaxing conservatory and reception
OFCH, electricity and bed linen (normal usage). and four 5 star cottages, is Northern Ireland’s first golf Jacuzzi, full fitness gym and sunbed. Open fires, two areas. Choice of two restaurants serving superb food.
hotel. Gerry, Jane or Joanna will happily organise golf restaurants, superb hospitality, weekend entertainment. Entertainment at the weekends. Renowned for friendly
and fishing packages with professional tuition if required Superb conference facilities available. Wireless internet hospitality. Don’t take our word for it, come and try
or you can just enjoy a relaxing break and the ‘craic’ access. Wedding and function room and private party for yourself.
with the locals. The warm hospitality and ‘Taste of facilities. Sea/river fishing, golf courses nearby.
Ulster’ restaurant will make your stay enjoyable.
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Breezemount House (Historical Building)
Winston Wallace & Leslie Campbell (Manager)
26 Castlerock Rd, Coleraine BT51 3HP
Tel: (028) 7034 4615 Fax: (028) 7032 8478
Email: admin@breezemount.co.uk
www.breezemount.co.uk
s£33-£35 d£30-£32.50 pps.
Greenhill House *** AA***** Rooms 6, ensuite 6 with fully equipped kitchens. An Cuileann
Mrs Elizabeth Hegarty Carolyn Kane
24 Greenhill Rd, Aghadowey, Coleraine BT51 4EU Also new 3 star self-catering apartments luxury fitted. Ideal 25 University Gardens, Coleraine BT52 1ST
Tel: (028) 7086 8241 Fax: (028) 7086 8365 location for all tourist attractions and 5 mins walk to town Tel & fax: (028) 7032 9751
Mobile: 07719 884 103 centre. Twelve eating establishments next door, restaurants and Mobile: 07849 074 174
Email: greenhill.house@btinternet.com pubs, take-outs etc. Listed building and childhood home of s£18-£25 pps. d£20-£28 pps.
www.greenhill-house.co.uk Hugh Thompson famous Northern Ireland artist and illustrator. Rooms 2, ensuite 1
s£40 d£30 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 6
See our Cushy Glen Highwayman Lounge. For details of his Situated in a quite cul-de-sac approximately 300
Open March-Oct
murderous campaign with Kitty in Coleraine in 1880 visit the yards from University halt, 3 miles from Portrush or
AA 5 stars. Winner of Georgina Campbell’s award- lounge and read the story. Giant's Causeway 20mins drive. 12 Portstewart, An Cuileann offers friendly and relaxed
winning Georgian country guest house, recommended accommodation and good food. Colour TV, hospitality
golf courses within 5 miles. Group bookings, walkers, bikers
in international guidebooks. Direct-dial phone, tray and fridge in all bedrooms. Off road parking. Pick-
hospitality tray and many extras in bedrooms. Good and cyclists welcome. Secure storage for motor bikes and up service available.
base for golfing, fishing and sightseeing. Situated on cycles and secure off-street spacious parking. Holiday resorts
B66 just off A29, 7 miles south of Coleraine, 3 miles of Portrush and Portstewart 10 mins drive. We are on the
north of Garvagh. Causeway Coastal Route. Book ahead and visit the fantastic
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Camus House Carnadoon Coolmore House Cranagh Hill
Mrs J King Mrs M Kerr Valerie Doey Mrs A Jack
27 Curragh Rd, Coleraine BT51 3RY. 41a Portstewart Rd, Coleraine BT52 1RW 81 Coolyvenny Road, Coleraine 52 Cranagh Rd, Coleraine BT51 3NN
Tel: (028) 7034 2982 Mobile: 07730 386104 Tel & fax: (028) 7035 7492 Tel/Fax: (028) 7035 4042 Mobile: 07817 974 331 Tel: (028) 7035 1138
s£27.50 d£25 pps. Rooms 3 Mobile: 07754 773 173 Email: coolmorehousebandb@aol.com Email: cranaghhill@yahoo.co.uk
s£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 www.coolmorehousebandb.co.uk From £24 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2
Listed country home (built 1685). Peaceful
Open all year 2 rooms, 1 ensuite
surroundings overlooking River Bann. Regional Irish Quiet setting on Ulster Way and National Cycle
Breakfast award winner. Game fishing, river and country Family-run modern house with country atmosphere, s£27-£30 d£25-£30 Family ensuite £26-£30pps Network NCN 93. Off A2 to Castlerock. 2.5 miles from
walks, golf and beaches nearby. River view. Included personal supervision and home baking. Situated on A quiet family home in a rural setting with well equipped Coleraine. Panoramic views of Donegal and Atlantic
in Frommes, Lonely Planet, Karen Brown and other A2 Portstewart Road. The gateway to the North Antrim bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom. Convenient to Ocean. Ideal for walking, golfing or touring.
International guides. Coast and Giant’s Causeway. Residents’ lounge. the North Coast for exploring one of the most famous
Convenient to town centre, marina and University. tourist attractions in the world. Also a short drive to the
Magilligan ferry to Greencastle in Donegal. Please note,
we are wheelchair friendly (there is a ramp at the back
door, also the shower has disabled facilities ie seat and
handrail).
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Glenleary Farm House Heathfield Farm AA**** Lisnagalt Lodge Neely’s B&B
Mrs Ann Millar Heather Torrens Mrs Laverty Mrs S Neely
12 Glenleary Rd, Coleraine BT51 3QY 31 Drumcroone Rd, Killykergan, Coleraine BT51 4EB 108 Ballyrashane Rd, Coleraine BT52 2LJ 52a Gateside Rd, Coleraine BT52 2PB
Tel: (028) 7034 2919 Fax: (028) 7035 2130 Tel & fax: (028) 2955 8245 Mobile: 07745 209 296 Tel & fax: (028) 7032 8005 Tel: (028) 7035 7185
Mobile: 07749 064224 Email: relax@heathfieldfarm.com Mobile: 07784 961038 or 07922 212255 s£24 d£22 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2
Email: glenlearyfarm@btconnect.com www.heathfieldfarm.com Email: lisnagaltlodge@btinternet.com Open March-Sept
www.glenlearyfarm.co.uk s£35-£40 d£30 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 www.lisnagaltlodge.co.uk
This farm bungalow offers a friendly atmosphere, home
s£25-£30 d£22.50-£25 pps. Rooms 4, ensuite 4 s£27 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Award-winning spacious period farmhouse of old baking and tea/coffee on arrival. It is also convenient
Open all year ex Christmas
world charm, surrounded by mature trees and garden Modern family home situated 3 miles from Coleraine to Portrush and Portstewart. Leave Coleraine on
This modern working farm house offers a warm and on A29 Garvagh to Coleraine Road. Perfect location - and convenient to Giant’s Causeway, Glens of Antrim B17 Bushmills Road, after round-about turn left into
homely welcome. We are just half a mile off the A29 Giant’s Causeway coast, golfing, fishing River Agivey. and North Coast. Local facilities include golfing, Gateside Road, the house is approx 1 mile on the
south of Coleraine - Garvagh direction. An excellent Tea, homemade biscuits on arrival. Excellent inns for fishing and pony trekking. Rooms are centrally heated left. One room with private bathroom. Open March-
base for touring the Causeway Coast with all its evening meals. NITB 4 star self catering available. with TV, tea/coffee facilities and hair dryer. TV lounge, September.
facilities. There is 1 excellent restaurant nearby. Open conservatory and private parking. Warm welcome and
all year ex Christmas. excellent breakfast - Food Hygiene Certificate.
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Quilly Farmhouse The Grange B&B Brown Trout Cottage Suites ***** Causeway Holiday Homes - The Mallow ****
Mrs J Sherrard Mrs Jan Cheal Mr B O’Hara Trevor Boyce
23 Green Rd, Coleraine BT51 4LX 2e Grange Rd, Coleraine BT52 1NG 213-215 Agivey Rd, Coleraine BT51 4AD 36 Cloonavon Green, Portstewart Rd
Tel: (028) 7035 7663 Tel: (028) 7034 4961 Mobile: 07801 808 840 Tel: (028) 7086 8209 Fax: (028) 7086 8878 Coleraine BT52 1RG
s£28 d£24 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 Email: jan@thegrangecoleraine.com Email: jane@browntroutinn.com Tel: (028) 9447 9806 Mobile: 07802 625511
Open Jan-Nov www.thegrangecoleraine.com www.browntroutinn.com Email: info@causewayholidayhomes.com
s£35 d from £30 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 4 cottages (sleeps 8) £500-£700 www.causewayholidayhomes.com
Traditional farmhouse situated just off main road (A2)
Townhouse (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £250-£375
from Coleraine to Castlerock. Coming from Coleraine, Bungalow, private parking, quiet area just opposite The first 5 star cottage complex in N Ireland introduces
Open Jan-Dec
turn left at ‘Quilly Picnic Area’. Home cooking, personal Lodge Hotel, only minutes’ walk to town centre, bus/ fully-serviced 1 & 2 bedroom cottages. Guests have the
attention. train station, Causeway Hospital. Central for touring advantage of cottage life combined with hotel service. The Mallow provides spacious, luxurious family
North Coast and Giant’s Causeway. We offer the highest Only 10 miles from the North Coast, this is a perfect accommodation. It is situated on the main Coleraine-
standards of comfort and service, fully wheelchair holiday base. Portstewart road, offering an enclosed garden with
accessible. Residents lounge, mature garden. patio furniture and BBQ. Just a short drive to the North
Hospitality tray and TV in rooms. Warm welcome Coast and Glens.
assured. No pets.
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Breezemount House ***
Winston Wallace & Leslie Campbell
26 Castlerock Rd, Coleraine BT51 3HP
Tel: (028) 7034 4615 Fax: (028) 7032 8478
Email: admin@breezemount.co.uk
www.breezemount.co.uk
4 units (sleeps 5) £400-£500
Old Coach House Cottages **** Cloyfin Cottage ***
Hazel Hanna Mary Jane Watson
233 Loughan Road, Coleraine BT52 1UD
Situated in Coleraine each apartment sleeps
2/6 ensuite. Close to pubs, shops, restaurants, rail, 81 Creamery Road, Coleraine
Tel: (028) 2766 2212 or (028) 2766 3766 (after 6pm) Tel: (028) 7034 3472 Mobile: 07780 954 713
Mobile: 07813 591 578 bus and spectacular scenery such as the Giant’s Email: maryjane@cloyfincottage.com
Email: enquiries@hannaboats.co.uk Causeway. Quality furnishings, close to golf courses, www.cloyfincottage.com
2 Cottages (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £260-£340 per week angling and pony trekking. 15-20 miles from the old Cottage (2 rooms, sleeps 4-5) £250-£350
Weekend break £130, 2 nights (low season) walled City of Derry and the Ballycastle/Rathlin Island
Weekend break £150, 3 nights (low season) Set in a peaceful location, this self catering cottage is
outstanding bird sanctuary. Welcome hospitality pack ideal for those wishing to explore the Causeway Coast
Black stone listed cottages, two bedrooms (1 double, on arrival. River walks nearby. Languages spoken are or families wanting a quiet base near beaches and
sleeps 2, 1 with single bed and bunkbeds, sleeps 3), German, Russian, Italian, French & Czech. local activities. Situated on a farm lane, it is tastefully
bathroom, living room, kitchen, oil central heating. decorated with an emphasis on comfort.
Secluded rural setting, 200 metres from River Bann,
private jetty for boat owners.
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Kings Country Cottages ***/** Lisnagault Cottages *** Mill Cottage Furrow Farm *** Ashlea
Mrs P King Mrs L Curry Mr S Patterson Mrs M McCurry
66 Ringrash Rd, Coleraine BT51 4LJ 12 Ballyversal Rd, Coleraine BT52 2ND 74A Ringrash Rd, Ballyvennox 2 Tromra Rd, Cushendall BT44 0SS
Tel & fax: (028) 7035 1367 Tel: (028) 7034 3862 Mobile: 07933 389 562 Coleraine BT51 4LJ Tel & fax: (028) 2177 1651
Email: patking@kingscottages.fsnet.co.uk Email: info@ireland-travel.co.uk Tel: (028) 8555 7241 Mobile: 07812 788279 Email: marthaashleareach@utvinternet.com
www.kingscottages-coleraine.co.uk www.ireland-travel.co.uk Email: samuelhpatterson@hotmail.com s£25 d£18-£20 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
6 cottages (sleeps 4-8) £280-£300 (4 person sharing) Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £300-£375 Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £295 Open March-Oct
Weekend Break (per unit) from £120 Weekend Break (pps) from £35
6 cottages in quite farmyard clachan, convenient to Cosy, tastefully furnished cottage, in a peaceful, rural
Midweek Break (per unit) from £150 Midweek Break (pps) from £35
Castlerock and Causeway Coast facilities. One unit setting. Convenient to all north coast attractions.
suitable for person with disabilities. Group bookings "Lovely cottage and wonderful location." Canadian A lovely cottage, fully equipped in lovely rural Modern country house accommodation nestled amidst
accepted. Crafting breaks by arrangement. Pets visitors 2006. surroundings. panoramic views of Antrim Coast and Glens.
welcome. Convenient to Giant’s Causeway, golf courses and
other tourist attractions. Within easy walking distance
of the village, beach and golf course. Guest TV lounge,
tea/coffee making facilities, TV and hairdryer in all
rooms. Pets allowed.
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Cullentra House Garron View Glendale The Burn
Olive McAuley Josephine McAuley Mrs M O’Neill Nuala McAuley
16 Cloughs Rd, Cushendall BT44 0SP 14 Cloughs Rd, Cushendall BT44 0SP 46 Coast Rd, Cushendall BT44 0RX 63 Ballyeamon Rd, B14, Cushendall BT44 OSN
Tel & fax: (028) 2177 1762 Tel: (028) 2177 1018 Mobile: 07746 296391 Tel: (028) 2177 1495 Mobile: 078210 52597 Tel & fax: (028) 2177 1733 Mobile: 07763 974277
Email: cullentra@hotmail.com Email: josiegarronview@yahoo.co.uk Email: mary.glendale@btinternet.com Email: theburn63@hotmail.com
www.cullentrahouseireland.com www.garronview.co.uk s£25 d£20 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 6 www.theburn-guesthouse.com
s£30 d£23 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 s£20-£25 d£19 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 s£30 d£23-£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Glendale, whose top priority is to provide a high level
Weekend Break (pps) from £52 Weekend Break (pps) from £55 (3 nights)
Garron View is a working farm situated just off A2. of hospitality in friendly and peaceful surroundings, is
Midweek Break (pps) from £84 Midweek Break (pps) from £55 (3 nights)
Experience the hospitality and the panoramic views of within easy walking distance of the village, beach and
Award-winning country house nestled amidst the famous Causeway Coast and the Glens overlooking golf course. TV lounge, tea/coffee making facilities and Use ‘The Burn’ as a base for touring the scenic Antrim
breathtaking scenery of the Antrim Coast and Glens the sea. Tea/coffee making facilities and TV in all TV in all rooms. Coast Road, Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede
overlooking the Sea of Moyle. Convenient to Giant’s rooms. Dogs allowed. Evening meal £15. Rope Bridge. Alternatively, explore the fabulous hill
Causeway and other tourist attractions. Tea/coffee walking country that surrounds us (we are beside the
making facilities and TV in all rooms. Last B&B on Ulster Way) - return to a turf fire, tea and tranquillity.
Cloughs Road.
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The Meadows McCloey's Cottage at Ossian's Grave ***** Lurigedan House ***** Ardmoyle House ****
Ms A Carey Elizabeth Whiteford Elizabeth O’Reilly 22 Ardmoyle Park, Cushendall, Co Antrim
81 Coast Rd, Cushendall BT44 9QW 36a Glenaan Road, Cushendall BT44 0TG 38 Coast Rd, Cushendall BT44 0RX Tel: (028) 2177 1699 Mobile: +(353) 868 569191
Tel: (028) 2177 2020 Fax: (028) 2177 1641 Tel & fax: (028) 7034 4357 Mobile: 07720 286 538 Tel: (028) 2177 1701 Mobile: 07801 981 876 Email: info@antrimholidayhomes.com
s£25 d£22.50-£25 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 6 Email: eewhiteford@yahoo.co.uk Email: lurigedan@hotmail.com www.antrimholidayhomes.com
www.mccloeyscottage.com www.lurigedan.com Cottage (4 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £245-£395
Winner of the NI B&B of the Year Award 1998. Modern
Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £270-£425 House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £395-£520
house on main A2 Coast Road (opposite boat slip). Luxury 4 bed house that sleeps 7 and is situated in
Ideal base for touring Glens and Causeway Coast. Traditional farm cottage restored to 5 star standard. 5 star accommodation within the town boundary of an attractive central location in the ‘heart of the Glens’.
Within walking distance of golf course, beach, boating, Has ample parking and patio area and two ensuite Cushendall village. Fully enclosed back garden with Ideal base for cycling, golfing, fishing, swimming,
fishing, shops. All rooms with TV and hospitality tray. bedrooms. The double bedroom has a wet-room garage. Ideal base for touring the Glens of Antrim and boating, horse-riding, hill walking, touring Causeway
TV lounge, conservatory, private parking. suitable for the less able. Open plan living/dining area Causeway Coast. Coast and Glens of Antrim. Near Glenariff Forest
features a vaulted ceiling, traditional fire, satellite TV Park and its spectacular Waterfalls. Within walking
and DVD. distance of all local amenities including lively pubs and
restaurants. Sandy beach 2 km.
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Blacksmiths Cottage**** Sandstones **** Antrim Glens Cottages ****/*** Lurig Holiday Cottages ****/***
Ms M McCurry Mr N R Workman Ms B Conway The Delargy Family
4a Gaults Road, Cushendall 14 Shore St, Cushendall BT44 0NA Old School House, Cushendall, BT44 0RR 72 Ballyemon Rd, Cushendall BT44 0SN
Tel/Fax: (028) 2177 1651 Mobile: 07734 682 634 Tel: (028) 2177 1218 Tel: (028) 2177 2990 Fax: (028) 2177 2129 Tel: (028) 2177 1718 Mobile: 07752 457489
Email: marthaashleareach@utvinternet.com Email: neilworkman@utvinternet.com Email: cottages@antrim.net Email: info@cushendallcottages.com
www.blacksmithscottages.co.uk www.ireland-holidays.net www.antrim.net/cottages www.cushendallcottages.com
Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5-6) £270-£380 House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £320-£470 7 cottages (sleeps 2-7 per cottage) £150-£560 3 units (2/3 bedrooms, sleeps 4-6) £240-£380
Weekend Break £140-£190 Open all year Weekend Break (per unit) from £130-£195
Sandstones is a historically listed Irish cottage with
Seven luxury self-catering holiday cottages located Midweek Break (per unit) from £130-£195
Luxurious four star cottage situated in a quiet and large private garden. Situated in Cushendall village
rural location within easy walking distance of village of near all essential facilities. Ideal base for exploring near Ballycastle, Cushendun, Glenariff and Carnlough. Situated in a quiet rural setting, in an Area of
Cushendall. Ideal base to explore attractions such as Antrim coast and Glens from Larne to Giant’s Causeway Fully equipped with modern conveniences – washing Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the picturesque
Glens of Antrim, Glenariff Forest Park, Giant’s Causeway, and Portrush. machine, telephone, microwave etc. Full colour village of Cushendall. Ideal location to explore the
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and Murlough Bay. brochure available. Nine Glens of Antrim, Giant’s Causeway and Glenariff
Waterfalls/Forest Park. Enclosed garden, pets welcome.
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Ballymacdoe Cottage*** Portnagolan *** The Seaview Apartment *** Tavnaghan Cottage ***
Gerard Mulholland/Dermot Mulholland Sofia Dobbs Una Rowan Mr David McKeown
3 Dalriada Gardens, Cushendall, BT44 0QG 17 Layde Road, Cushendall BT44 0NQ 12a Dalriada Park, Cushendall BT44 0QE 18a Tavnaghan Lane, Cushendall BT44 0SY
Tel: (028) 9022 2055 Mobile: 07753 803 266 Tel: (028) 2177 1279 Tel: (028) 2177 1555 Mobile: 0770 8026 888 Tel: (028) 2177 1671
Email: gerry.mulholland@ntlworld.com Mobile: 07813 600 698 Email: stay@theseaviewapartment.com Email: tavnaghan_cottage@hotmail.com
www.ballymacdoecottage.com Email: sofia_dobbs@hotmail.com www.theseaviewapartment.com www.geocities.com/tavnaghan_cottage
Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £270-£420 www.portnagolan.com Apartment (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £280-£390 Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £290-£410
Apartment (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £350-£450
Glens of Antrim, Cushendall: luxury 3 bedroom cottage, Ideally situated at a quiet location, beside a small jetty Charming country cottage. Well equipped. Lovely
sleeps 6, overlooks golf course and beach. Centrally Beautiful apartment on second floor in Victorian House with rock pools. Superb views over Red Bay. Rear gardens. Panoramic mountain views. Pubs, restaurants,
located, shops, restaurants, pubs, beach within walking set in large garden, five minutes walk from Cushendall. entrance to beach and golf course. Convenient to golfing, beaches nearby. Great base for exploring
distance. Ideal location for touring, walking, fishing, Stunning views over the bay. Drawing room, 2 village. Ideal base for exploring the Glens of Antrim and the Antrim Coast, Glenariff Forest Park and Giant’s
golfing etc. Perfect for family holiday. Price depends on bedrooms, kitchen, dining, bathroom, a cot is available. Causeway Coast. Causeway. BBQ, garden furniture, towels, linen
booking. Non smoking cottage with designated smoking supplied. A warm welcome awaits you. Euro accepted.
area outside.
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The Villa Farm House ** Drumkeerin ◆◆◆◆ Agolagh House**** Bayview****
Catherine & Maggie Scally Joe or Mary McFadden Mrs Anne McAuley David and Felicity Anderson
185 Torr Rd, Cushendun BT44 0PU 201a Torr Rd, Cushendun BT44 0PU Knocknacarry Road, Cushendun, BT44 0NS 10 The Bay, Cushendun, Co Antrim
Tel & fax: (028) 2176 1252 Tel: (028) 2176 1554 Tel: (028) 2888 5825 Tel: (028) 7086 9177 Mobile: 07764 638 494
Email: maggiescally@hotmail.co.uk Email: drumkeerin@zoom.co.uk Mobile: 07751 773 981 Email: david.anderson.00@googlemail.com
s£30-£35 d£25-£30 pps. Rooms 4, ensuite 4 www.drumkeeringuesthouse.com Email: bubblesmor@hotmail.com Apartment (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £290-£380
s£35-£40 d£27.50-£30 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 House (4 bedrooms, sleeps 8) £400-£500 Weekend and midweek breaks available
Welcome to the Villa. Views that one American called
"the American dream!". Situated overlooking the beach 2 family, 1 double. AA UK Landlady of Year 2002. Listed, period two-storey farmhouse on the edge of the This luxury apartment in the pretty National Trust
and National Trust village of Cushendun. Views of Drumkeerin has a stunning location, set amid attractive National Trust Village of Cushendun. Set in its own village of Cushendun provides uninterrupted views
Antrim hills, Scotland and sea of Moyle. Within easy gardens overlooking sea and glens. This artistic home mature grounds running down to the River Dun. of the beach, bay, picturesque harbour and beyond
access of Causeway, activities and shopping. is ideal for painters, ramblers and families. Renowned A gentle stroll to the village shop and pubs and sandy to the Scottish coastline. Centrally located on the
breakfast. Special Places to Stay. Guide du Routard beach of Cushendun Bay. Antrim Coast Road and ideal for a memorable
recommended. holiday or short break.
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Beachview Cottages **** Drumfaskey **** Mullarts Church **** Seaside Cottages ****/***
Mrs Pat Scally Miss E McAuley Mrs A Blaney Mrs M McNeill
185c & 185d Torr Rd, Cushendun BT44 0PU 153 Glendun Rd, Cushendun BT44 0TF 114 Tromra Rd, Cushendun BT44 0ST Contact: 41 Glendun Road, Cushendun BT44 0PY
Tel & Fax: (028) 2176 1540 Tel: (028) 2176 1239 Tel & fax: (028) 2176 1221 Mobile: 07711 405948 Tel: (028) 2176 1289
Mobile: 07766 868 625 Email: faskey22@yahoo.co.uk Email: mullarts@btinternet.com Email: seasidecottages@hotmail.com
Email: patscally@hotmail.co.uk www.drumfaskey.com www.mullarts.fsnet.co.uk www.seasidecottages.netfirms.com
www.cushenduncottages.co.uk Chalet (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £180-£325 2 apartments (1-2 bedrooms, sleeps 2-4) £275-£400 Cottage (sleeps 5-8) £265-£490
2 cottages (sleeps 6) £310-£450
Luxury cottage overlooking the beautiful valley of Luxurious apartments occupy the former church built Seaside Cottage, panoramic seaviews, beach 65 metres,
Weekend breaks £130-£190
Glendun. Ideal setting for that rejuvenating break. in 1849. This unique building has gardens, patios, village 0.5 mile. Fisherman’s - traditional cottage at
2 luxury 4 star cottages overlooking Cushendun Within easy reach of Giant’s Causeway, Ballycastle, barbeques, private walk and carparks. Prices include mouth of Glendun River, perfect for fishing/watching
Bay. Winner of Rural Cottage of the Year 2003/2004. Antrim Coast. Guests can enjoy farm walk with all heating, electricity and bed linen. Brochure available seals play. Tybann House & Glenview Cottage - ideal
Situated one mile from village. Each cottage is finished spectacular views. on request. retreat for families, 1 mile to village and 0.5 miles to
in traditional style with open fires. beach. Central location for touring North Antrim Coast.
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★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING LICENSED GUEST HOUSE ★★★★★ SELF CATERING
Beech Cottage *** The Coach House *** The Gort Na Drum House Magheramore Courtyard *****
Mr D McKenna Maggie Scally Patricia McLaughlin or Paul McElhinney Ian and Pamela Buchanan
26 Glendun Rd, Cushendun BT44 0PY 185a Torr Rd, Cushendun BT44 0PU 23 Gortnaghey Road, Dungiven BT47 4PY 59 Magheramore Rd, Dungiven BT47 4SW
Tel: (028) 2176 1286 Mobile: 07719 940032 Tel & Fax: (028) 2176 1252 Tel: (028) 7774 1289 Fax: (028) 7774 3871 Tel: (028) 7774 1942. Fax: (028) 7774 0466
Email: dennismcgowanmckenna@hotmail.com Email: maggiescally@hotmail.co.uk Email: patricia@gortnadrumhouse.com Email: info@magheramore.com
www.cushenduncottage.co.uk House (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £280-£395 www.gortnadrumhouse.com www.magheramore.com
Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £200-£350 s£35-£42.50 d£32.50-£40 pps. Rooms 7, ensuite 7 3 cottages (sleeps 4-6) £270-£400
Set high on a farm overlooking Cushendun village and
Weekend Break (per unit) from £100
beach. Historical village within reach of cycling, horse Situated in the Northern Sperrins, in the heart of the Three award winning luxury 5 star historically listed
Midweek Break (per unit) from £100
riding, walking, golf, shops, swimming, mountain Roe Valley, this Guesthouse offers bedrooms finished cottages, centrally situated in an area of outstanding
Detached bungalow, large enclosed garden, all modern climbing and activity centre. The best view in Ireland! to a very high standard with all the modern cons, natural beauty to explore the Sperrins, North coast
conveniences, 5 minutes walk to beach, and village. A warm welcome awaits the traveller! fine linen and comfort furniture and a restaurant that and Donegal. Open Log fires and ensuite bedrooms
Maintained to a very high standard, complete privacy. provides an unforgettable cuisine from an excellent and throughout. Newly refurbished games room and virtual
Pets welcome. Lovely views. well experienced team of chefs. farmyard play area. Green energy produced by wind
powered turbine.
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GARVAGH GIANT’S CAUSEWAY GIANT’S CAUSEWAY GIANT’S CAUSEWAY
★ HOTEL ★★★ GUEST INN ★★ GUEST HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
Imperial Hotel * Smugglers Inn *** Carnside Guest House ** Ardtrabane House
The Higgins and Cassidy families Mrs J McLaughlin Alice Trufelli Maureen Mitchell
38 Main Street, Garvagh, BT51 5AD 306 Whitepark Rd, Giant’s Causeway BT57 8SN 23 Causeway Rd, Bushmills BT57 8SU 66 Causeway Road, Bushmills. BT57 8SX
Tel: (028) 2955 8218 Tel: (028) 2073 1577 Fax: (028) 2073 1072 Tel: (028) 2073 1337 / (028) 2073 1694 Tel: (028) 2073 1007 Mobile: 07743 118 437
8 rooms, 8 ensuite Email: jenny@smugglers-inn.co.uk Mobile: 07779 647 395 Email: info@ardtrabanehouse.co.uk
s£30 d£35 family room £100 www.smugglers-inn.co.uk Email: carnside_giantscauseway@hotmail.com www.ardtrabanehouse.co.uk
Children under 4 free. Discounts for under 16s s£35-£70 d£25-£40 pps. Rooms 12, ensuite 12 www.carnsideguesthouse.co.uk s£35-£55 d£27.50-£30 pps
Weekend Break (pps) from £75 £20-£27.50 pps. Rooms 9, ensuite 8 Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Run by the Higgins and Cassidy families, the Imperial
Midweek Break (pps) from £65 Open Feb-Nov.
Hotel provides the ideal base to explore the extensive This modern family home is the closest habitation
golf and fishing facilities in the local area as well as Traditional family-run inn overlooking the Giant’s Panoramic coastal views. Within walking distance to the Giant’s Causeway itself, a footpath providing
being located to the magnificent north coast, where the Causeway. 12 luxurious and spacious ensuite (3/4 mile) of Giant’s Causeway and restaurants. Near direct access to the Causeway pathways runs
spectacular Giants Causeway and the Historic City of bedrooms, some with Atlantic views. Friendly bistro Carrick-a-Rede, Bushmills Distillery, Portrush. 2 guest through the field the house was built in. A warm
Derry can be found. A warm, friendly welcome awaits and à La Carte dining. Perfect location for golf, fishing, sitting rooms. Internet access. Credit cards and euro friendly atmosphere and superb breakfast awaits
you at the Imperial Hotel. walking or exploring the Causeway Coast and Glens accepted. Group and children rates. Large private car you. Open all year ex Christmas.
of Antrim. park. Kennels.
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★★★★★/★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Ballylinny Holiday Cottages *****/**** Harebell Cottage - Giant’s Causeway **** Al Norte Holiday Cottages *** Giant’s Causeway Holiday Cottages ***
Mr A Laverty Basil Haire Mrs F Murdock Audrey Millar
7 Causeway Rd, Bushmills BT57 8SU 9 Aird Cottages, Causeway Rd, Bushmills BT57 8AR 198-200 Causeway Rd, Bushmills BT57 8SY 71 Causeway Road, Bushmills, BT57 8SX
Mobile: 07771 886516 Tel: (028) 9076 8532 Mobile: 07801 278907 Tel: (028) 2766 3390 Mobile: 07710 945321 Tel: (028) 2073 1673 Fax: (028) 2073 2533
Email: info@giantscauseway.co.uk Email: enquiries@harebellcottage.com Email: fiona.murdock@btinternet.com Email: audrey@giantscausewaycottages.com
www.giantscauseway.co.uk www.harebellcottage.com www.giants-causeway-al-norte.com www.giantscausewaycottages.com
11 cottages (sleeps 4-8) £225-£640 Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £270-£450 2 houses (each with 2 double beds sleeps 4) 8 units (sleeps 6) £230-£460
Weekend Break (per unit) from £160-£230 £250-£380 Weekend break (2 nights) £140-£185
Two bedroom, two bathroom cottage. One twin and one
Midweek Break (per unit) from £160-£230 Midweek break (3 nights) £140-£185
king size ensuite. 1km from Giants Causeway. Large Two comfortable well maintained traditional cottages
Open all year
Giant’s Causeway half a mile. 11 quality cottages barn style windows give panoramic views over the with open fires, gardens and sea views. Adjacent to
of traditional style and with breathtaking scenery. Causeway Coast. Furnished in pine and with natural small beach and swimmers rock pool, Dunseverick Superb cottages (some with sea views) just 1 km from
On family farm. Nearby golf, walking and fishing. pine and slate floors throughout. Rates include oil fired harbour and coastal path between Giant’s Causeway the Causeway and convenient to coastal walks, beaches
Wheelchair access. Open gas fire creates that homely central heating, electricity and linen. and Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Ideal for walking and and golf. Laundry area and games room on site.
feeling. Tennis court and games room. Bistro and fishing. Wide choice of local restaurants. Price includes Cosy interiors with turf fires and all home comforts.
meeting room on site. Weekends available (not July heating, electricity and bed linen. Restaurants within walking distance. Special midweek
and August). offers available during low and mid season.
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★★★ SELF CATERING BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Tonduff Cottage *** Dieskirt Farm Lurig View Sanda
Mrs A Sinnamon James & Ann McHenry Rose Ward (Mrs) Donnell & Elizabeth O’Loan
130 Causeway Rd, Bushmills BT58 8SX 104 Glen Rd, Glenariff BT44 0RG 38 Glen Rd, Glenariff BT44 0RF 29 Kilmore Rd, Glenariff BT44 0RQ
Tel: (028) 7082 2078 Mobile: 07718 914700 Tel: (028) 2177 1308 Fax: (028) 2177 1185 Tel: (028) 2177 1618 Mobile: 07715 722215 Tel: (028) 2177 1785 Mobile: 07751 492602
Email: sinnamon@btinternet.com Mobile: 07801 346792 Email: lurigviewacom@aol.com Email: stay@sandabnb.com
www.tonduffcottage.co.uk Email: dieskirt@hotmail.com www.lurigview.co.uk www.sandabnb.com
Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £250-£395 www.dieskirtfarm.co.uk s£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 s£25-£35 d£22.50-£25 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2
Open all year ex Christmas and New Year s£35 d£22-£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 Open Feb-Nov
Modern country house, close to beach, forest park,
Weekend Break (per unit) from £150-£180 (2 nights) Open April-Dec Weekend Break (pps) from £60 (3 nights)
Ulster Way and waterfalls. Ideal touring centre for
Weekend Break (per unit) from £165-£195 (3 nights) Midweek Break (pps) from £60 (3 nights)
Tranquil and secluded with spectacular views. A Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, Dunluce Castle
Situated on the Antrim coast - 4.5 miles from Bushmills working sheep farm off the Antrim Coast Road (A2), and rope bridge. Comfortable rooms overlooking Recommended by Frommer’s and Michelin. Immaculate
and 1.5 miles from Giant’s Causeway. This cottage 5 mins walk from Glenariff Forest Park, waterfalls, Glenariff Glen. Private parking. TV lounge. Restaurants rooms and stunning views from comfortable TV lounge.
has been built using natural materials in a traditional restaurant. Homely base for touring Giant’s Causeway and pubs close by. Tea/coffee in all rooms. Euro Close to beach, forest park with waterfalls, village
style. Nearby golf, walking and fishing. Washing and other attractions. Secure parking. Excellent accepted. entertainment and restaurants. Ideal touring centre
machine on site. breakfast. for Antrim Glens and Giant’s Causeway. 1 mile from
Waterfoot on A43. On parle français.
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★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Hazelwood ***** Windyridge **** The Barbican Gatelodge **** Glenview ***
Mrs P O'Boyle Neil Workman Irish Landmark Trust Rosie Cullen
117 Glen Road, Glenariff, BT44 0RG 4 Bayview Pk, Glenariff, BT44 0SA Glenarm, Co Antrim 16 Springhill, Glenarm BT44 0AW
Tel: (028) 2177 1440 Mobile: 07714 988221 Tel: (028) 2177 1218 Tel: 00 353 1 670 4733 Fax: 00 353 1 670 4887 Tel: 00 353 1801 3852
Email: info@hazelwoodholidayhome.co.uk Email: neilworkman@utvinternet.com Email: bookings@irishlandmark.com Mobile: 00 353 85 1244 877
www.hazelwoodholidayhome.co.uk www.ireland-holidays.net www.irishlandmark.com Email: rancullen@eircom.net
Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £250-£450 House (4 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £320-£470 Gatelodge (1 double bedroom, sleeps 2) £392-£476 House (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £275/€400
Open Jan-Dec
Newly built luxury accommodation with magnificent Romantic in appearance and setting, and approached Glenview enjoys village life with contemporary modern
views over Glenariff. One minute walk to licensed Luxury house situated at the foot of Glenariff Glen by a bridge over the Glenarm River, the Barbican living. Living accommodation boasts spectacular views
restaurant, forest park/waterfalls. Ideal location for (Queen of the nine Glens).1/3 Kilometre on Antrim Gatelodge affords significant views of the surrounding of the beautiful Coast and stunning scenery of the Glen.
touring Giant’s Causeway and Glens of Antrim. Coast Road from Waterfoot village. Panoramic views of countryside. Internally the main block features stone- Situated within walking distance to the beach, pubs
mountains and sea. slabbed floors, and vaulted ceilings. Its setting and shops and playground. Gateway to the Glens of Antrim
surroundings make it an ideal romantic retreat. Local and near to the Giant’s Causeway, this is truly an area of
attractions; Antrim coast, Giant's Causeway and outstanding natural beauty.
Glenarm forest park.
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GLENARM ISLANDMAGEE ISLANDMAGEE ISLANDMAGEE
★★★ SELF CATERING BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★/★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Toberwine Townhouse *** St. Ronans B&B Maidens View**** & Fisherman’s Leap*** St Ronans***
Maureen McAuley Judith Tweed Mr Edwin Crawford Judith Tweed
48 Toberwine Street, Glenarm BT44 0AP 8 Portmuck Road, Islandmagee, Larne BT40 3TW 69 & 75/77 Portmuck Road, Islandmagee, BT40 3TP 8 Portmuck Road, Islandmagee
Tel & fax: (028) 2884 1087 Tel: (028) 9338 2055 Fax: (028) 9338 2502 Tel: (028) 9338 2252 Tel: (028) 9338 2055 Fax: (028) 9338 2502
Tel after 6pm: (028) 2884 1298 Mobile: 0771 877 0194 Email: fishermansleap@portmuck.fsworld.co.uk Mobile: 07718 770 194
Email: glenarm@nacn.org.uk Email: info@stronans.biz Maidens View (sleeps 4) £280-£385 Email: info@stronans.biz
www.glenarmtourism.org.uk www.stronans.biz Fisherman’s Leap (sleeps 5) £210-£315 www.stronans.biz
Townhouse (sleeps 6) £250-£350 s£30 d£25 pps (Rooms 3, ensuite 2) Maidens View - recently converted stone barn, situated Cottage (sleeps 4) £300-£400
Open all year on headland with magnificent views of Antrim Hills and
Situated in Glenarm Conservation village, this Georgian St Ronans beautiful self-catering accommodation on
property is community owned and has been restored St Ronans was originally built in the early 1900’s. Mull of Kintyre. 1 double ensuite and 1 twin bedroom the Coastal Route to ‘The Glens of Antrim’ hosts two
sympathetically to retain original fireplace and features, Situated on the coastal route, it offers every comfort you with attached bathroom/shower. Fully equipped kitchen. ground floor bedrooms both ensuite, a fully fitted
yet offering all mod cons to ensure a comfortable would expect, boasting its original charm with exposed Enclosed garden with ample parking. Short walk to beach. kitchen/dining area, beautiful lounge, with exposed
stay. Private garden and very secure parking, ideal wooden beams, original stone walls. Super for families. Fisherman’s Leap - one of three original coastguard beams and rural charm it’s a real home from home.
for families. All rooms on ground floor. A real home from home. cottages, situated above Portmuck Harbour with its
small sandy beach, very suitable for children.
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KELLS KILREA LARNE LARNE
★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★ GUEST HOUSE ★★★ HOTEL ★★ GUEST HOUSE
Vale Farm **** Portneal Lodge ** Highways Hotel *** Derrin Guest House **
Mr R Walker Mr Mark McIntyre Donaghy’s Lane, Ballyloran, Larne BT40 2SU Ivy Chalmers & Siebe Wynberg
128 Steeple Rd, Edenvale, Kells, BT42 3NP 75 Bann Road, Kilrea Tel: (028) 2827 2272 Fax: (028) 2827 5015 2 Princes Gardens, Larne BT40 1RQ
Tel & fax: (028) 2589 8030 Co. L’derry N.Ireland BT51 5RX Email: info@highwayshotel.com Tel: (028) 2827 3269
Mobile: 07850 375365 Tel: (028) 2954 1444 www.highwayshotel.com Email: info@derrinhouse.co.uk
Email: robin.walker.edenvale@nireland.com Email: enquiries@portneallodge.co.uk s from £75 d from £50 pps. 35 rooms with ensuite www.derrinhouse.co.uk
www.edenvaleholidaycottages.co.uk www.portneallodge.co.uk s£28-£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 7, ensuite 5
Just 30 minutes from Belfast and situated 1 mile from
House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £245-£380 s£35-£45 d£55-£69 pps. Rooms 18, ensuite 18 Open all year
Larne town centre and ferry terminal, the Highways
Comfortable farmhouse, convenient to all parts of Portneal Lodge is nestled in the woods at the edge of Hotel stands at the gateway to the famous Antrim Coast. Newly refurbished award winning guesthouse. All
Northern Ireland. Panoramic view of Antrim Hills, Bann the River Bann with beautiful country side all around. The Highways is proud of its reputation for excellent rooms have TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Most
Valley and Sperrins. Fully-equipped kitchen including Hosting 18 ensuite rooms in many layouts to suit food and service, a warm welcome awaits you. are ensuite. Private car park. Euros accepted. Two
dishwasher and microwave. Fishing, pony trekking and family or groups. We are also wheelchair friendly ground floor rooms available. Family room and family
golf nearby. Pets by arrangement. Weekend breaks. making sure everyone gets to enjoy the beautiful suite available. Close to ferry. Ideal base for exploring
surroundings. the beautiful Antrim coast road, the Giant's Causeway
and Belfast.
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LARNE LARNE LARNE LARNE
★★ GUEST HOUSE ★★ GUEST HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Manor House ** AA**** Seaview Guest House ** Beltoy Farmhouse Droagh Cottage
Miss J A Graham Marion Muir Mrs A Simms Ms M Porter
23 Olderfleet Road, Harbour Highway, Larne BT40 1AS 154-156 Curran Rd, Larne BT40 1BX 45 Ballywillan Rd, Gleno, Larne BT40 3LH 175 Coast Rd, Droagh, Larne BT40 2LF
Tel: (028) 2827 3305 Fax: (028) 2826 0505 Tel & fax: (028) 2827 2438 Tel & fax: (028) 9337 3725 Mobile: 07709 237014 Tel: (028) 2827 2932
Email: welcome@themanorguesthouse.com Email: seaviewhouse@talk21.com Email: anna.simms@tesco.net d£35 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2
www.themanorguesthouse.com www.seaviewlarne.co.uk s£20-£22 d£18-£20 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 1
Winner of Tourist Homes Award NI 2000. Beautiful
s£25-£30 d£25-£27.50 pps. Rooms 8, ensuite 8 s£25-£30 d£25-£28 pps. Rooms 8, ensuite 7 Open Jan-Nov
period house situated in a most magnificent setting,
Open all year Weekend Break (pps) £50 (2 nights)
Traditional Ulster farmhouse situated on main country comprising 3 acres of gardens. On the sea. Views of the
Classic Victorian beautifully furnished. All rooms Well established guest house, warm welcome. road from Carrickfergus to Larne, 1.5 miles from the Mull of Kintyre and Ayrshire Coast. 2 golf courses and
ensuite, colour TV, hairdryer, clock radio, alarm, All rooms with TVs, hospitality trays. Well known for scenic village of Gleno - central heating, home cooking. Carnfunnock Country Park nearby. Rooms contained in
trouserpress, tea/coffee making facilities and biscuits. superb breakfast. Early breakfast catered for. 2 mins H&C in 1 twin room, 1 twin room ensuite. Convenient luxury suites c/w shower room, wc, drawing room and
Central heating, double-glazing, early breakfasts catered from Larne Harbour. Ideal for touring the Antrim Coast to all amenities. Open January-November. library. Airports 30 mins, Giant’s Causeway 60 mins.
for. WIFI available. and Glens and the Giant's Causeway.
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LARNE LIMAVADY LIMAVADY LIMAVADY
BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★ HOTEL BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Inverbann Radisson SAS Roe Park Resort **** Ballyhenry House Keady View Farm
Mrs J Scott Roe Park, Limavady BT49 9LB Karen and Michael Kane Sandra Carmichael
7 Glenarm Rd, Larne BT40 1BN Tel: (028) 7772 2222 Fax: (028) 7772 2313 172 Seacoast Rd, Limavady BT49 9EF 47 Seacoast Rd, Limavady BT49 9DW
Tel & fax: (028) 2827 2524 Mobile: 07944 437439 Email: reservations@radissonroepark.com Tel: (028) 7772 2657 Mobile: 07956 815 746 Tel & fax: (028) 7776 4518 Mobile: 07970 522 605
Email: joy@inverbann.co.uk www.radissonroepark.com Email: info@ballyhenry.co.uk Email: Sandra.Carmichael@tibusconnect.com
www.inverbann.co.uk s£85-£95 d£60-£70 pps. Rooms 118, ensuite 118 www.ballyhenry.co.uk www.keadyviewfarm.com
s£30 d£23 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 Weekend Break (pps) from £124 (2 B&B + 1 dinner) s£35 d£30 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Midweek Break (pps) from £99 (2 B&B + 1 dinner)
First house on the right leaving Larne on A2 North Ballyhenry House is situated on a 380 acre arable farm Renowned for superb breakfast and friendly
(Antrim Coast road). Lock up garages, double glazing. The North Coast’s only 4 star deluxe resort, offers 118 in the beautiful Roe Valley, very convenient to 2 blue atmosphere. Set in the middle of panoranic views, here
Enjoy breakfast in the conservatory. Central heating, spacious ensuite bedrooms, Fairways leisure club with flag beaches, mountain, country park and only 40mins is the place to stay. One mile from Radisson Roe Park,
welcome tray and DVD player in rooms. Be assured of a indoor pool and fitness suite. The Roe Spa with 12 to Giant's Causeway. Recently refurbished to a very convenient to all business/tourist attractions, airport/
warm welcome from Joy and Jim. treatment rooms offering Elemis treatments in brand new high standard with natural travertine ensuite bathrooms. ferry, Giant's Causeway or Donegal. CLose to by-pass,
health and beauty facilities. Greens Restaurant offers walking/cycling routes etc.
international cuisine with local ingredients and the Coach
House brasserie is perfect for the more informal occasion
overlooking the 18 hole parkland golf course.
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BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Whitehill Farm House The Garden Apartment**** Pebble Cottage **** The Loft ***
Mrs M McCormick Michael & Karen Kane Mr & Mrs Bond Michael and Karen Kane
70 Ballyquin Rd, Limavady BT49 9EY 172 Seacoast Road, Limavady BT49 9EF 51 Tircreven Rd, Limavady BT49 0JQ 172 Seacoast Rd, Limavady BT49 9EF
Tel: (028) 7772 2306 Mobile: 07763 811 527 Tel: (028) 7772 2657 Mobile: 07956 815 746 Tel & fax: (028) 7775 0594 Mobile: 07761 764732 Tel: (028) 7772 2657 Mobile: 07956 815 746
Email: maudwhitehill@btinternet.com Email: info@ballyhenry.co.uk Email: tircreven@supanet.com Email: info@ballyhenry.co.uk
s£25-£27 d£22-£24 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2 www.ballyhenry.co.uk Cottage (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £295-£395 www.ballyhenry.co.uk
Apartment (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £350-£420 Apartment (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £350-£420
Modern farm house within walking distance from town Completed Summer 2005. Situated on its own elevated
and Roe Valley Country Park. An ideal base for touring This bright airy apartment has 2 spacious ensuite site overlooking Lough Foyle and Magilligan, quiet The loft is a lovely refurbished black stone apartment,
Donegal and Antrim Coast. Convenient to sandy bedrooms - 1 double and 1 family room, with French secluded location. All modern conveniences and with private balcony and seating area, ideal for relaxing
beaches and golf courses. Cooking and home baking doors opening onto the natural stone patio and flower equipment. No hidden extras. and barbecues. It overlooks a beautiful private garden
a speciality. garden, ideal for BBQs. Suitable for disabled guests. and patio area, with farm walks and signs describing
Farm walks and nature trail. 5 miles to Benone Beach. the local bird life and farm activities. Situated on 380
acre arable farm in beautiful Roe Valley.
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SELF CATERING ★★ HOTEL ★★★★/★★ SELF CATERING BED & BREAKFAST
Golden Sands Villa Corr’s Corner Hotel ** Woodbank Self Catering ****/** Bushfoot
Mrs Jennifer Conn 315 Ballyclare Rd, Newtownabbey BT36 4TQ Rosemary Sherlock Mrs G Caskey
5a Benone Avenue, Limavady BT49 0LQ Tel: (028) 9084 9221 Fax: (028) 9083 2118 451 Shore Road, Newtownabbey, BT37 9SE 1a Bushfoot Drive, Portballintrae BT57 8YW
Tel: (028) 7775 0518 Mobile: 07740 411 541 Email: info@corrscorner.com Tel: (028) 9086 3567 Tel: (028) 2073 2501
Villa (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4-6) £350-£450 www.corrscorner.com Mobile: 07821 921777 Email: kennethcaskey@aol.com
s£70 d£37.50 pps. Rooms 30, ensuite 30 Email: rosemarysherlock@yahoo.co.uk s£25-£30 d£22-£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 2 minute walk
Open all year ex Christmas 3 coach house (sleeps 6) £400 Open all year ex Christmas
to Benone Beach Complex splash pool, golf course
Weekend Break (pps) from £80 Open all year
and tennis courts. 3 miles to ferry to Greencastle. 2 First class accommodation set in picturesque seaside
local pubs, one walking distance, other 2-3 miles. All Corr’s Corner Hotel is located 7 miles north of Belfast 3 friendly family-run properties located on village. Nearby are Old Bushmills Distillery, Giant’s
bikers garage available. Close to Giant's Causeway. at the M2/A8 junction, 14 miles from Larne Harbour the Lough Shore in the grounds of an historic Georgian Causeway, Dunluce Castle, golf courses. All rooms
A modern apartment, with all modern conveniences and Belfast International Airport. The hotel has 30 en house. 2-acre gardens overlooking and with private have TV, hairdryers, tea/coffee making facilities. Open
and equipment with washing machine etc. Wheelchair suite bedrooms with 2 bedrooms specifically designed access to shoreline walks. 1-acre children's playground all year ex Christmas.
accessible. for guests with disabilities. Meals are served all day with 3-hole pitch and putt, football nets and croquet
from 12 noon until 10.00 p.m. 7 days a week in the lawn. Private patio with BBQ. Convenient to shops and
Restaurant and Bar Grill. all forms of transport.
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Bayview Hotel ***
2 Bayhead Rd, Portballintrae BT57 8RZ
Tel: (028) 2073 4100 Fax: (028) 2073 4330
Email: info@bayviewhotelni.com
www.bayviewhotelni.com
s£59-140 d£30-£95 pps. Rooms 25, ensuite 25
Manor House Weekend Break (pps) from £99 Portballintrae Townhouses *****
Mrs J Maclaine Midweek Break (pps) from £85 G Bamber
51 Beach Rd, Portballintrae BT57 8RT 72/74/76 Bayhead Rd, Portballintrae BT57 8SA
Tel: (028) 2073 2002. Fax: (028) 2073 2002
Opened 2001, the Bayview Hotel is situated in the Tel & fax: (028) 9269 9849
Email: manorhouse@portballintrae.com heart of the picturesque village of Portballintrae, one Email: j-bamber@utvinternet.com
www.portballintrae.com mile from Bushmills. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean 3 Houses (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £425-£550
s£34-£45 d£25-£30 pps. Rooms 5, ensuite 5 and close to the Giant’s Causeway and Old Bushmills Shortbreaks on request
Recently renovated guest house in a quiet village on Distillery, with 25 luxurious bedrooms, standard, Luxury 5-star self catering houses with magnificent sea
the Causeway Coast with uninterrupted views over superior, premier, interlinking and ambulant disabled views across the Atlantic Ocean. Close to the Giant’s
the Atlantic Ocean. Close to Old Bushmills Distillery, rooms available. Excellent conference facilities, Causeway, Old Bushmills Distillery and convenient
Dunluce Castle and the Giant’s Causeway. Central to Porthole Restaurant and Bar. Lift and private car park. to many top golf courses, including Royal Portrush.
the golf courses at Portrush, Portstewart, Castlerock This small luxury hotel is the ideal destination for Walking distance to the beach.
and Ballycastle.
conferencing, golfing, business, incentive travel and
leisure. Member of North Coast Hotels Ltd.
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Causeway Cottage Portballintrae **** Causeway Coast Cottages Glenville Cottages **** Maccool Cottage ****
Mr & Mrs L Fawcett 53 Ballintrae Park **** Mr S Sweeney J G Shannon
12 Ballaghmore Cottages, Ballaghmore Road, Mrs Denise Henry Bayhead Rd, Portballintrae BT57 8SB 29 Benbane Pk, Portballintrae BT57 8BP
Portballintae BT57 8PX 53 Ballintrae Pk, Portballintrae BT57 8YN Tel: (028) 2073 2233/2073 1279 Fax: (028) 2073 1850 Tel & fax: (028) 9268 2380 Mobile: 07801 131626
Tel: 07771 537 987 Tel: (028) 9268 2581 Mobile: 07773 627387 Email: seaport@freeuk.com Email: gregg.shannon@freenet.co.uk
Email: info@causewaycottages.co.uk Email: info@causewaycoastcottages.com www.freewebs.com/glenvillecottages www.maccoolcottages.com
www.causewaycottages.co.uk www.causewaycoastcottages.com 6 cottages (sleeps 6) £250-£495 Houses (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £320-£500
3 rooms sleeps 4+2 children £300-£650 Townhouse (2 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £225-£405
Houses with excellent views over the harbour and bay. Excellent 4 star property, clear view of Causeway, fully
Open all year Open Jan-Dec
Equipped and furnished to the highest standards, yet fitted with TV, video, DVD, washing machine, tumble
Beautiful country views, only 1/2 km from beach. Well-furnished homes with sea views. Close to beaches maintaining the traditional fisherman’s cottage exterior. dryer, microwave oven, dishwasher. 1 ensuite bedroom
Luxurious modern town house. Large open lounge and and restaurants. Giant’s Causeway and Bushmills No Pets. and 2 twin bedrooms with shared bathroom. Short
dining area. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry room. Distillery within 1.5 miles. TV and video, patio furniture breaks available September - June (excluding Bank
Patio and BBQ area. Off road parking and play area. and gas barbeque. Welcome pack provided. Holidays and special events).
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Portree ***** Portpleasant ***** Corner Cottage *****
52 Ballaghmore Road, Portballintrae 17 Ballaghmore Ave, Portballintrae 2 Ballaghmore Ave, Portballintrae
(Sleeps 8) (Sleeps 8) (Sleeps 12)
2 double ensuite, 2 twin, living room, dining room, 2 Double ensuite, 1 twin with WHB, 1 twin, 2 double ensuite, 1 twin with WHB, 3 double, w/c,
bathroom, with shower, kitchen, conservatory, bathroom with shower, kitchen/dining, living room, 2 shower rooms, living room, snug, dining room, laundry,
private south facing enclosed garden dining room, patio, off road parking kitchen/dining, extensive enclosed rear garden/patio,
south facing
These luxury homes are equipped with the following: d/washer, w/machine, t/dryer, microwave, fridge, freezer, multi TVs, video, DVD, music centre, garden furniture, BBQ and extra
cooking aids, heating and linen supplied (normal usage). Portballintrae is a tranquil village in the heart of the North Antrim Coast with beaches, golf course, hotel and pubs, the rugged
coast line is on your door step. Within five minutes you reach one of the wonders of the world, the Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Bushmills village and Distillery, White Park Bay/
Portrush Strand, Royal Portrush golf course, fishing, surfing, diving and forest parks. In less than 30 minutes you can reach: Ballymoney/Ballycastle market towns, Ballintoy Harbour,
Coleraine, Carrick a Rede, Dunluce Centre, Dunseverick Castle, The Glens of Antrim, numerous inland and coastal golf courses, Loughareema (the vanishing lake), and beaches from
Portrush to Benone. Luxury ***** living any time of year. No smoking, no pets. Good house keeping deposit (refundable).
Low Mid High Weekends ex bank holidays
Oct-May June & Sept July & Aug Low Mid
Portree £440 £550 £600 £240 £260
Portpleasant £440 £550 £600 £240 £260
Corner Cottage £660 £775 £840 £380 £400
39 Barmouth Road, Castlerock, BT51 4XG
Tel: (028) 7084 8698 Mobile: 07899 666155
Email: pat@irelandaccommodation.co.uk
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Strandview **** 3 Bayhead Apartments *** Cranfield *** Glenorra ***
Mrs L Jess Mrs L Ginty Mrs Alison Algeo Mrs J Archibald
7 Bushfoot Drive, Portballintrae BT57 8YW Bayhead Road, Portballintrae 86 Ballaghmore Rd, Portballintrae BT57 4RL 3 Bushfoot Avenue, Portballintrae BT57 8YY
Tel: (028) 9268 3796 Mobile: 07811 293937 Tel: 01507 343 512 Mobile: 07764 201 775 Tel: (028) 2766 3147 Mobile: 07764 853100 Tel: (028) 2073 1049
House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £200-£400 Email: bainfarm@aol.com Email: thealgeos@btinternet.com Email: stay@glenorra.co.uk
Weekend Break (per unit) from £150-£175 www.harbourview-giantscauseway.com Cottage (4 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £300-£425 www.glenorra.co.uk
Midweek Break (per unit) from £150-£175 Apartment (2 bedrooms sleeps 4) £320-£420 Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £300-£400
Comfortable cottage with fitted modern kitchen, open
Weekend Break (per unit) from £130
Outstanding holiday home, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Ist floor luxury apartment. Unrivalled views of Antrim fire and central heating. 2 double bedrooms, 1 twin and
Midweek Break (per unit) from £130
balcony, modern fully equiped kitchen. All linens Coast line and Portballintrae Harbour. One of only six 1 single. Large private garden and off street parking.
provided. Magnificent uninterrupted views of Giant's purpose built units, superb location. Lounge/dining Sleeps maximun of 6. Situated in heart of village Comfortable fully equipped bungalow situated in a
Causeway, Runkerry Strand and Bushfoot Golf Club. area/kitchen, overlooking the sea. Furnished in close to beach. quiet location within walking distance of beach, tennis
Outdoor seating area and ample parking. Golf, fishing, a contemporary design. TV, DVD, washer dryer, court, play area and golf course. Convenient to Giant’s
beaches and restaurants nearby. microwave, central heating. Short breaks available Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, Glens of Antrim.
low season
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Best Western Magherabuoy House Hotel ***
41 Magheraboy Road, Portrush, BT56 8NX
Tel: (028) 7082 3507 Fax: (028) 7082 4687
Email: reservations@magherabuoy.co.uk
www.magherabuoy.co.uk
s£50-£57.50 d£40-£47.50 pps. Rooms 55, all ensuite
No 20 Lissanduff Park *** Whitehill Open all year
Mrs A Nelson Mrs J O'Kane Restored 19th Century Country House and modern, comfortable,
20 Lissanduff Pk, Portballintrae BT57 8RY 96 Gortgole Rd, Portglenone BT44 8AN
Tel: (028) 4461 3415 Mobile: 07771 886482 Tel: (028) 2582 2124 Mobile: 07743 264856 smoke free hotel set on a hilltop overlooking Portrush and the
Email: tom_anella@hotmail.com s£20 d£20 pps. Rooms 2, ensuite 2 Atlantic Ocean. Located just out of town, within a few miles of the
Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £315-£385 Causeway Coast's main attractions, beaches and golf courses and
Whitehill is situated on a farm 1 mile from Portglenone.
Detached 3 bedroom bungalow with OFCH. Sleeps 5 golf courses within 7-10 miles, boating, fishing on ideal for when you want to escape the noise and bustle.
6, suitable all year round. Garden, BBQ, parking. A River Bann and forest walks. Guest room with TV.
short walk to beach, restaurants, harbour, playground, Bistro, Restaurant, Sunday Carvery, private parking, gym, walled
tennis courts. Near Dunluce Castle, Giant’s Causeway, garden with seating and children’s play area. Fully accessible and
Bushmills Distillery. Ideal for touring the beautiful North child friendly hotel with 55 large, luxury, en-suite bedrooms all with
Coast and Glens of Antrim. No smoking. No pets. LCD TV, Broadband, and modern, fully tiled bathrooms. Laptop
users can make use of wireless internet in public areas (FOC).
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★★★ HOTEL ★★★ HOTEL ★★ GUEST HOUSE
Ramada Portrush ***
Mary O'Neill
73 Main St, Portrush BT56 8BN
Tel: (028) 7082 6100 Fax: (028) 7082 6160
Email: info@ramadaportrush.com
www.ramadaportrush.com
s£59-£130 d£30-£65 pps. Rooms 69, ensuite 69 Royal Court Hotel *** Aaranmore Lodge **
Weekend Break (pps) from £89 233 Ballybogey Rd, Portrush BT56 8NF J & F Duggan
Midweek Break (pps) from £80 Tel: (028) 7082 2236 Fax: (028) 7082 3176 14 Coleraine Rd, Portrush BT56 8EA
Email: royalcourthotel@aol.com Tel & fax: (028) 7082 4640
The award-winning Ramada Portrush, Hotel of the www.royalcourthotel.co.uk Email: aaranmore@talk21.com
s£55-£75 d£40-£60 pps. Rooms 18, ensuite 18 www.aaranmorelodge.com
Year 2004/5 (Northern Ireland Tourism Awards), Weekend Break (pps) from £89 d£25 pps. Rooms 5, ensuite 5
overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and is situated in the Midweek Break (pps) from £138
Aaranmore Lodge, Portrush, offers superior
centre of Portrush. Ideal base for sightseeing at The hotel occupies one of the best positions on accommodation in its spacious refurbished guest
the Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery or the Northern Ireland’s most famous coastline and is rooms. Situated on the A29 from Coleraine, close
Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. Excellent golf courses situated overlooking the harbour town of Portrush and to the A2, it offers off-street parking and is the ideal
nearby, Royal Portrush, Portstewart, Castlerock, its famous Royal Portrush Golf Club. choice for exploring the renowned Causeway Coast.
Just minutes from Royal Portrush Golf Course, and
Ballycastle and Galgorm Castle. Ideal for small with seven superb courses close by, Aaranmore attracts
weddings/functions and excellent conference a world-wide golfing clientele. Pubs, restaurants and
facilities. entertainment within walking distance. Internet facilities.
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The Adelphi, Portrush
Mark & Amanda Homes (Proprietors)
67-71 Main St, Portrush BT56 8BN
Tel: (028) 7082 5544
Email: stay@adelphiportrush.com
www.adelphiportrush.com
s£80 per room d£100 per room. Rooms 29, ensuite 29
Beulah Guesthouse ** AA*** Executives/Honeymoon Suite £130 (per room) Anvershiel House
Rachel Anderson Erna Bow
16 Causeway St, Portrush BT56 8AB Family Room or Accessible Room £100 (per room) 16 Coleraine Rd, Portrush BT56 8EA
Tel: (028) 7082 2413 Prices are based on two sharing. Tel: (028) 7082 3861 Fax: (028) 7082 2639
Email: stay@beulahguesthouse.com Email: enquiries@anvershiel.co.uk
www.beulahguesthouse.com
Opened June 2007, Adelphi, Portrush offers www.anvershiel.co.uk
s£35-£55 d£27.50-£30 pps. Rooms 10, ensuite 9 unmatched luxury accommodation in a very central s£30-£37.50 d£25-£32.50 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Open all year ex Christmas location. Operating like a boutique style hotel, it
Family-run B&B with spacious ensuite rooms,
Refurbished AA 3 stars guest house offering excellent
boasts unique facilities such as the on-site health suite equipped with WiFi. Ideally situated for all events
breakfast, service and accommodation. Minutes from where you can relax and recuperate after exploring the in the Causeway Coast area. Clean, friendly, quality
rail/bus, churches, superb restaurants. Ideal base for Causeway Coast. All bedrooms are ensuite, tastefully accommodation assured with private off-street car
Royal Portrush Golf Course, 7 other courses nearby furnished and spacious as well as being individual in parking. Royal Portrush Golf Club less than 1 mile.
and the Causeway Coastal Route. Located beside the character. With a full a-la-carte menu available, the
East Strand beach. Private secure parking. Adelphi Bistro caters for families, couples, tourists,
business and conference groups.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Avarest Town House Hillrise Maddybenny Country House Mill House B&B
Dawn & Sydney Pollock Dianne Moore Karen White Patricia Nevin
64 Mark St, Portrush BT56 8BU 24 Dhu Varren, Portrush BT56 8EN 18 Maddybenny Farm, Loguestown Road 27 Mill Square, Ballybogey, Ballymoney BT53 6QP
Tel & Fax: (028) 7082 3121 Tel: (028) 7082 2450 Portrush/Coleraine BT52 2PT Tel: (028) 2074 1985 Mobile: 07917 890 092
Email: relax@avarest.com Email: dianne@hillriseportrush.co.uk Tel: (028) 7082 3394 Fax: (028) 7082 2177 Email: patricianevin@hotmail.co.uk
www.avarest.com www.hillrise-portrush.com Mobile: 07714 247560 s£35 d£25 pps. Rooms 1, ensuite 1
s£50-£55 d£30-£35 pps. Rooms 8, ensuite 8 s£34-£55 d£30-£32.50 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 6 Email: beds@maddybenny.com Open April to September
Open Feb-Nov www.maddybenny.com
Avarest is a large Victorian townhouse providing Ensuite room comes fully equipped with television and
s£27.50-£45 d£27.50-£32.50 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
comfortable rooms with a homely atmosphere. Award-winning B&B. Family home, offering excellent tea making facilities. We offer a pleasant dining room
Open all year ex Christmas
Excellently appointed rooms. Perfect base for touring service and accommodation overlooking West Bay with a comfortable seating area for reading of morning
Causeway Coast. and Harbour. Pleasant garden. 1 minute from beach, Award-winning country house. 2 miles Portrush. Near papers and magazines provided. Extensive breakfast
convenient to all local amenities including golf courses, golf, beaches and Causeway Coast. Featured on many TV menu. German is fluently spoken.
Giant’s Causeway and fishing. Within walking distance programmes including ‘Gourmet Ireland’ (Paul Rankin).
of restaurants. Motorcycles welcome, BSL Stage One. Own riding centre. Many child friendly animals. Open all
year ex Christmas.
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BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Oakdene Padora House Prospect House Ramona
Ivan Cunningham Karl & Yvette Fielding Mrs Alva Wilson Robert and Jennifer McKibbin
6 Lansdowne Crescent, Portrush BT56 8AY 50 Eglinton St, Portrush BT56 8DY 20 Lansdowne Crescent, Portrush BT56 8AY 8 Ramore Avenue, Portrush BT56 8BB
Tel & fax: (028) 7082 4629 Tel: (028) 7082 3419 Mobile: 07966 674 303 Tel: (028) 7082 2299 Tel: (028) 7082 4734
Email: oakdene6@hotmail.com Email: kfielding@btconnect.com s£25-£27 d£26.50-£28 pps. Rooms 10, ensuite 9 Email: jennifer.mckibbin@amserve.com
www.oakdeneguesthouse.co.uk s£25 d£22.50 pps. Rooms 8, ensuite 2 Open all year ex Christmas www.ramonalodge.com
s£30 d£25 pps. Family rooms from £55 Open all year including Christmas From £25 pps. Rooms 10, ensuite 8
In quiet residential location with panoramic view of
Enquire for special offers Midweek Break (pps) from £18
Causeway Coast. Friendly family atmosphere, offering Ramona has a seaside location overlooking bowling
Rooms 17, ensuite 8
We are a family run bed and breakfast who like our every home comfort with excellent cuisine. Open all greens and children's play park. A quiet location, a few
Traditional large guest house with easy parking, sea guests to feel at home. 3 mins from beach and town year ex Christmas. minutes walk from all restaurants at the harbour. All
views, free internet and close to town centre. Families centre. Close to Giant's Causeway and Glens of Antrim. double/twin rooms are ensuite, with TV and hospitality
and large groups welcome. Royal Portrush Golf Course Bus services right outside. Rail 5 mins walk. Evening trays - large guest lounge.
is 5 mins away, the Giant's Causeway is a short drive. meals available.
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Links Penthouse ***** Montana House ***** Strathroy Mews *****/**** Maddybenny Mews Holiday Cottages *****/****
Mrs Y Orr Kim Montgomery Mrs B Hill Karen White
Apt 18 The Links, Bushmills Rd, Portrush BT56 8SX 11 West Strand Avenue, Portrush 1 Ballywillan Rd, Portrush BT56 8JL 18 Maddybenny Farm, Loguestown Rd,
Tel: (028) 7035 5842 Mobile: 07711 432405 Mobile: 07812 011 804 Tel & fax: (028) 2588 0408 Mobile: 07748 986305 Portrush/Coleraine BT52 2PT
Email: robin@claragh.fsnet.co.uk Email: kim@montanahouse.co.uk Email: hill_ba@hotmail.com Tel: (028) 7082 3394 Fax: (028) 7082 2177
Apartment (4 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £390-£445 www.montanahouse.co.uk 2 units (sleeps 5) 2 units (sleeps 6) £275-£525 Mobile: 07714 247560 Email: cottages@maddybenny.com
House (5 bedrooms, sleeps 10) £450-£550 www.maddybenny.com
Luxury 5-star top floor apartment with superb views These four luxury properties situated on the corner of
A beautiful luxurious townhouse with back garden and private 7 cottages (sleeps 5-9) £280-£600
over Royal Portrush golf course and beach. 4 bedrooms Ballywillan Road are furnished and equipped to a high
parking space to front, in a children friendly location. Situated Weekend Break (per unit) from £170-£200
(1 ensuite) balcony, bathroom. Central heating. phone. standard. Within a 5 minute walk of the famous Royal
just 100 yards from West Strand Beach. 10 mins walk along Midweek Break (per unit) from £230-£320
TV/DVD. Fully equipped kitchen, bed linens and towels Portrush Golf Club and beach. Private parking, garden
supplied. Private parking. Restaurants and shops the promenade to Portrush town centre, Barry’s Amusements, and patio with furniture. All bedrooms H&C. OFCH and The comfortable houses with matching furnishings are
500 metres. Water World and Harbour restaurants. 2 mins walk to Dhu- bed linen included. Non smoking. No pets. fully equipped. Spacious open plan kitchen and living
Varren train station halt. Ideally situated to explore the beautiful room with quality equipment. Colour TV, video, washing
North Antrim Coast with local attractions such as Dunluce drying machine, fridge, electric cooker, microwave,
Castle, Old Bushmills Distillery and Giant’s Causeway.
gas central heating. Patio with garden furniture. BHS
approved riding centre. + B&B. Child friendly
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Mount Davys House **** Seaview Mews **** West Strand Apartments ****/*** Bellemont Cottages ***
Mrs B Hill Ruth Mawhinney Barbara Hill Mr G Auld
42 Eglinton St, Portrush BT56 8DY 11 Ballyreagh Mews, Portrush BT56 8QE 26 Dhu Varren, Portrush BT56 8EN 8 Islandtasserty Rd, Portrush BT52 2PN
Tel & fax: (028) 2588 0408 Tel: 07712 822731 Fax: 9446 9163 Tel & fax: (028) 2588 0408 Tel: (028) 7082 3872
Mobile: 07748 986305 House (3 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £300-£425 Mobile: 07748 986 305 2 cottages (sleeps 3-6)
Email: hill_ba@hotmail.com Email: hill_ba@hotmail.com Phone for prices
4-star luxury holiday home ideally situated on North
House (4 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £325-£500 1 unit (sleeps 3-4) 1 unit (sleeps 6) £230-£450
Coast road between Portrush and Portstewart with sea Two country cottages situated 2 miles from Portrush
Modernised town house on the fringe of Portrush, views. Golf course and restaurants nearby. All mod Family apartments, only a 2 mins walk from the West and Portstewart and 10 miles from Causeway.
within 5 min walk of the West Strand Beach and town cons. Secure garden with patio area, off-road parking. Strand beach. Some bedrooms with sea views. Superb Attractively furnished and fully carpeted. Oil fired
centre. Spacious lounge overlooking the Dunluce Convenient to beaches and all Causeway attractions. golf, fishing and walking nearby. Fully equipped open central heating, fully equipped kitchen, with colour TV
Centre children’s play area. All bedrooms H&C. OFCH No smoking, no pets. plan kitchen and living room. All bedrooms H&C. and bed linen supplied. Large garden with parking.
and linen included. Non smokers. No pets. OFCH and bed linen included. Non smoking. No pets.
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9 Dhu Varren Park *** The Cottage *** West Bay Apartments *** Anchorage Inn ***
Gail Redmond Mrs Anna Rankin Mr & Mrs J Burrell Mr Ian Madden
9 Dhu Varren Park, Portrush BT56 8EL 184 Ballybogey Road, Bushmills, BT57 8UQ 4 Dhu Varren Park, Portrush BT56 8EL 87-89 The Promenade, Portstewart BT55 7AG
Tel: (028) 9269 3058 Mobile: 07833 625469 Tel: (028) 2073 2295 Mobile: 07967 910 979 Tel: (028) 8952 1413 Mobile: 07760 204978 Tel: (028) 7083 2003 Fax: (028) 7083 4508
www.dhuvarren.com Cottage (sleeps 4) £350-£375 Email: burrellcranlodge@talk21.com Email: info@theanchorbar.co.uk
3 apartments (sleeps 6 each), £195-£400 Open all year ex Christmas www.westbayportrush.com www.theanchorbar.co.uk
Open all year 3 apartments (each sleeps 4-7) £320-£415 s£45-£60 d£37.50-£45 pps
Situated on Ballymoney-Portrush Road. Cosy little
Daily rates on request Rooms 20, ensuite 20
Modern spacious 3 bedroom apartments. Excellent cottage for peaceful and relaxing holiday within radius
family accommodation - close to beach and town of 4-6 miles from Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle Large self-contained fully modernised apartments Pleasantly situated within easy access to Portstewart’s
centre. and Bushmills Distillery. overlooking West Bay, Strand, Ramore Head and picturesque promenade and all the town's amenities,
Harbour. Beach 80m. Rail Halt 25m. Golf, fishing, the Anchorage Inn offers great hospitality and is the
Ulster Way, shoreline walk nearby. Front lawn. Rear perfect base from which to explore the beautiful North
enclosed patio. Close to town. Excellent base for Coast and its famous attractions.
exploring North Coast and Donegal.
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★★★ LICENSED GUEST INN BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Cromore Halt Licensed Guest Inn *** Annamoe Ard Na Tra Breezemount B&B
158 Station Rd, Portstewart BT55 7PU Mary McWilliams Mrs E Brolly Mrs Anne McKay
Tel: (028) 7083 6888 Fax: (028) 7083 1910 40 Burnside Rd, Portstewart BT55 7LB 9 Seaview Drive North, Portstewart BT55 7JY 26 Portrush Rd, Portstewart BT55 7DD
Restaurant Tel: (028) 7083 1919 Tel: (028) 7083 6306 Tel & fax: (028) 7083 2768 Tel: (028) 7083 4724
Email: info@cromore.com Mobile: 07733 395879 Email: ardnatra@lineone.net s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
www.cromore.com Email: annamo@tiscali.co.uk http://website.lineone.net/~ardnatra/ Open Jan-Nov
Rooms 12, ensuite 12 s£25-£35 d£30 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3 s£33-£40 d£22-£30 pps Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Situated on an elevated site on the Coast Road.
Phone for prices Open March-October
Situated close to beach and golf club. Quiet ensuite Complimentary tea on arrival. Home-baking a
Cromore Halt is a family owned guest inn providing rooms with TV. Tea/coffee provided and private parking. Family home situated in a quiet cul-de-sac off Strand speciality. Excellent views from guest lounge. Friendly
comfortable and quality accommodation. Our fully A warm welcome for all. Road with magnificent seaviews from first floor rooms. atmosphere. Private parking. Close to all amenities.
licensed restaurant and bistro are well renowned for the Close to promenade, beach and beautiful cliff walks. Open January-November.
excellence of both cuisine and service. Open all year 1 ground floor room with level access. External access
ex Christmas. via ramp. All rooms have colour TVs, hairdryers, clock
radio and tea and coffee making facilities. Private car
parking available. Open March-October.
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PORTSTEWART PORTSTEWART PORTSTEWART PORTSTEWART
BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST BED & BREAKFAST
Carnalbanagh House Chez-nous Cul-Erg House Strandeen
Mrs Irene Moore Mr & Mrs Nicholl Mrs J Maguire Debbie Blaney
192 Coleraine Rd, Portstewart BT55 7PL 1 Victoria Terrace, Portstewart BT55 7BA 9 Hillside (Atlantic Circle), Portstewart BT55 7AZ 63 Strand Rd, Portstewart BT55 7LU
Tel: (028) 7083 6294 Tel: (028) 7083 2608 Mobile: 07900 867983 Tel: (028) 7083 6610 Tel: (028) 7083 3159 Mobile: 07791 190964
Email: info@carnalbanaghhouse.wanadoo.co.uk Email: cheznous1bb@aol.com Email: culerg@btopenworld.com Email: strandeen@btinternet.com
www.carnalbanaghhouse.com www.chez-nousbb.co.uk www.culerg.co.uk www.strandeen.co.uk
s£40 d£25 pps. Rooms 7, ensuite 6 s£25 d£25 pps. Rooms 3 s£25-£35 t/d£25-£35 pps. Rooms 10, ensuite 10 d£27.50-£30 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 3
Open all year ex Christmas Open all year round
Quiet country-side B&B surrounded by rich pastures A modern, family-run accommodation, furnished
Midweek Break - stay any 2 nights get 3rd free.
situated on main Coleraine to Portstewart road (A2). to a high standard. Situated 2 minutes walk from Upmarket accommodation centrally located to beach,
Convenient to the University of Ulster. Panoranic views Small family run home, close to all amenities. Ideally promenade. A warm, friendly atmosphere is guaranteed. promenade, restaurants and all sporting facilities.
of the River Bann valley and Donegal mountains. Many situated for visiting the North Coast, Giant’s Causeway, Ground floor available. Internet access. Private parking. Specialise in golfing groups (overlooking Portstewart
of our guests enjoy the views and family hospitality. Bushmills Distillery, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and Close to all tourist attractions. Ground floor ensuite Club and 10 mins drive to Royal Portrush). Ensuite
excellent golfing nearby. On bus routes, overlooking available. rooms with spectactular sea views.
the Atlantic Ocean. Town centre location. All rooms
with TV, tea/coffee making facilities. Home cooking.
Quiet location.
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BED & BREAKFAST ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Wanderin’ Heights Oakdale Lodge ***** Tara Cottage ***** Ard Na Mara****
Mrs E Robinson Mrs H Barr Mrs R Patterson Eileen Brolly
12 High Rd, Portstewart BT55 7BG 6 Garrylaban Court, Lissadell Ave, Portstewart BT55 7FN 4 Garrylaban Court, Portstewart BT55 7FN 14 Seaview Drive-North, Portstewart BT55 7JY
Tel: (028) 7083 3250 Tel: (028) 2564 3434 Mobile: 07889 466990 Tel: (028) 2564 0278 Mobile: 07719 582172 Tel/Fax: (028) 7083 2768
Email: info@wanderinheights.com Email: heather@oakdalelodge.co.uk Email: taracottage@tiscali.co.uk Mobile: 07742 057 939
www.wanderinheights.com www.oakdalelodge.co.uk www.taracottage.info Email: ardnatra@lineone.net
£20-£30 pps. Rooms 6, ensuite 5 Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £350-£450 Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £295-£450 http://website.lineone.net/~ardnatra/
House (4 bedrooms, sleeps 8) £380-£495
Family home offering excellent service and facilities. Luxury 3 bedroom bungalow situated close to some of Tara Cottage is a luxury bungalow finished to the
Close to promenade, restaurants, golf courses etc. 20 the most beautiful scenery on Ireland’s famous North highest standards in scenic Portstewart. Private location Split level 4 bedroom house situated in a quiet cul-de-
minutes to Giant’s Causeway. Rooms with seaviews. Coast. All rooms are tastefully decorated with pine with lovely countryside views. Three bedrooms and sac off Strand Road with magnificent sea views. Ground
Warm welcome awaits all. Garage available for floors/carpet, furniture and appliances, incl Sky Digital. two bathrooms. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry floor bedroom and toilet facilities. Fully equipped ideal
bicycles and motorcycles. Use of email and internet on Very pretty gardens which surround the property, help facilities. Widescreen tv/ Sky package, patio, gas BBQ, family holiday. Bed linen provided (not towels). Electricity
premises. Credit cards accepted. make Oakdale Lodge unique holiday accommodation. make the cottage perfect to enjoy the Causeway Coast and oil allowance. Located within walking distance of
at your own pace. all amenities. Ideal base for visiting Causeway Coast.
Strictly no smoking/no pets and no youth groups.
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
7 Atlantic Bay **** Cappagh House **** Fairfield Cottage **** Grange House ****
David & Christine McIvor Mrs Jane Steen Eric Houston, 46 Fairfield Road, Portstewart BT55 7HX Mr & Mrs P Tunney
7 Atlantic Bay, Portmore Rd, Portstewart BT55 7GF 8 Cappagh Grove, Portstewart BT55 7SU Tel: (028) 9028 4729 Mobile: 07813 966161 22 Old Mill Grange, Portstewart BT55 7GD
Tel: (028) 9064 1404 Mobile: 07850 417288 Tel: (028) 7083 6173 Email: info@fairfieldcottage.co.uk Tel: (028) 2954 1219
Email: dheatherbank@aol.com Email: peterjanesteen@aol.com www.fairfieldcottage.co.uk Email: grangehouseportstewart@yahoo.com
Apartment (2 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £300-£400 Cottage (5 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £425-£450 Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5) £380-£450 House (sleeps 5) £280-£400
Weekend Break (per unit) from £180 (2 nights) Open all year Weekend Breaks Available
Luxury 3 bedroomed house close to all amenities.
Weekend Break (per unit) from £200 (3 nights)
Modern 5 bedroom chalet bungalow (one ensuite), Set in a quiet cul-de-sac location less than a mile from Fully equipped with home from home in mind. Just
Midweek Break (per unit) from £200 (4 nights)
lounge, dining room. Furnished to a high standard. Portstewart Strand and the Promenade this modern pack your bag and kids and enjoy a break in a tranquil
Situated just 30ft from the sea and enjoying panoramic Enclosed rear gardens. Convenient to Royal Portrush cottage style house is perfectly situated to enjoy the location. Brochure available.
uninterrupted views of Donegal, Scotland and and Portstewart Golf Courses, local beach, Promenade, many sights and attractions of the Causeway Coast.
overlooking coastal golf clubs and onward to Portrush, shops and restaurants. The house is beautifully decorated and furnished and
this second floor 2-bedroom apartment is furnished to all bedrooms have solid pine furniture. There is a
a high standard with ensuite and private parking. Only 2 large granite kitchen with traditional Belfast sink and a
mins walk from promenade. Linen and towels included. sunny enclosed garden with patio furniture and bbq for
seasonal outside dining.
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★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★★ SELF CATERING
6 Millstone Court **** 6a Old Mill Grange **** 9 Portmore Court **** Rosevale ****
Mr E.L. Gillespie Mr & Mrs Houston George Henderson Mrs Ann Barnes
6 Millstone Court, Portstewart BT55 6GT 6a Old Mill Grange, Portstewart BT55 7GD 9 Portmore Court, Portmore Rd, Portstewart BT55 7BE 33 Station Rd, Portstewart BT55 7HH
Tel: (028) 9039 7732 Mobile: 07711 233236 Tel & fax: (028) 9081 3259 Tel: (028) 7083 6340 Tel & fax: (028) 8676 2802
Email: lindsay.gillespie@hotmail.co.uk Email: jane@jhouston.fsbusiness.co.uk Email: ajeanhenderson@yahoo.co.uk Email: enquiries@rosevale.co.uk
House (5 bedrooms, sleeps 9) £350-£495 House (4 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £300-£390 Apartment (2 bedrooms, sleeps 4) £375 www.rosevale.co.uk
Open June-Sept Open June-Sept Chalet (4 bedrooms, sleeps 5-7) £325-£425
Luxury modern ground floor apartment (2 double
Luxury 5 bedroom house. Bathroom and ensuite and Well equipped mid-terraced town house built in 1999. rooms) with balcony overlooking Atlantic Ocean. Beautiful chalet bungalow situated in a quiet but central
WC. Convenient to golf courses and several good Comprising kitchen, lounge, 4 bedrooms (1 ensuite). Private parking and garage available. 5 mins walk from residential area of scenic Portstewart. Fully equipped
restaurants. OFCH, dishwasher, freezer, microwave, Small garden to rear, off street parking. Price includes promenade. Central for sightseeing and golf courses - for all your needs - a real 'home from home'. Ideal for
laundry facilities. Price includes all bed linen, heat and OFCH, electric, linen, washing machine and TV. Portstewart ‘the Old Course’ is next door. Adults only, families and older persons. Strictly no smoking or pets.
electricity. Non smoking. preferably married or couples. Sorry no pets. Brochure
available. Open all year.
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PORTSTEWART PORTSTEWART PORTSTEWART PORTSTEWART
★★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Tranquillity **** Burnside Mews Holiday Homes *** No 3 and 5 Old Coach Road *** 20 Strandview Avenue ***
Ms D Chambers Mr D Young Mrs M L Ballantine Mr H McCormick
4 Aghermore Close, Portstewart BT55 7QL 20 Burnside Mews, Portstewart BT55 7BH 3/5 Old Coach Road, Portstewart BT55 7BX 20 Strandview Avenue, Portstewart BT55 7LL
Tel: (028) 7963 4104 Tel & fax: (028) 9447 9822 Mobile: 07710 113097 Tel: (028) 7964 4207 Tel: (028) 9048 6699 Fax: (028) 9048 3399
Email: dchambers@talktalk.net House (5 bedrooms, sleeps 8-10) £450 per week Fax: (028) 7964 4669 Email: lhl@dnet.co.uk
Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 5-6) £325-£425 Open June-Sept Email: Roberta_jjbins@yahoo.co.uk www.luxuryholidaylets.co.uk
Open June-Sept 2 Bungalows (unit 1: 3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) Bungalow (3 bedrooms, sleeps 6) £230-£400
Luxury detached five bedroom house with conservatory.
(unit 2: 4 bedrooms, sleeps 7) from £300 per week Open all year
Luxury bungalow finished to highest standards. Ideally Ground floor bedrooms and toilet facilities. Enclosed
except special events
situated for visiting some of the most beautiful scenery garden and patio to rear of house. Strand beach and Modern semi detached bungalow. OFCH, double glazed
on the Causeway Coast. Fully equipped for family town centre within easy walking distance. Two bungalows side by side - 10 minutes walk from with 3 bedrooms.
holidays. Children welcome. Fully enclosed rear garden promenade. Sea views, golfing and ideally suitable for
with furniture. Convenient to beach and golf course. touring North Coast.
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★★ GUEST HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST ★★★ SELF CATERING ★★★ SELF CATERING
Creeve House Country Guest Inn ** Lurgan West Lodge Arches House *** Ballealy Cottage***
Mrs Imelda Connolly Mrs S McLaughlin David Boyle The Irish Landmark Trust
115 Staffordstown Road, Randalstown 15A Old Staffordstown Rd, Randalstown BT41 3LD 38-40 Main Street, Randalstown BT41 3AB Shane’s Castle Estate, Lough Neagh, Co Antrim
Tel: (028) 9447 2547 Fax: (028) 9447 9494 Tel & fax: (028) 9447 9691 Mobile: 07968 459199 Tel: (028) 9447 8471 Fax: (028) 9447 8188 Tel: 00353 1 670 4733 Fax: 00353 1 670 4887
Email: creevehouseinn@btconnect.com Email: lurganwestlodge@btinternet.com Email: info@randalstownarches.com Email: bookings@irishlandmark.com
s£25-£30 d£20-£25 pps. Rooms 7, all ensuite lurganwestlodge.co.uk www.randalstownarches.com www.irishlandmark.com
Open all year except 22nd Dec to 4th Jan s£30-£35 d£25-£27.50 pps. Rooms 3, ensuite 2 Apartments (2 units, sleep 5) £150-£250 Cottage (3 bedrooms, sleeps 7) £364-£546
This recently redeveloped spacious guest house is over Modern town house, quarter mile from Randalstown, Located in the picturesque village of Randalstown, Ballealy Cottage is a 19th Century deerkeepers cottage
200 years old. It is within walking distance of Lough close to restaurants and pubs. 10 minutes to Airport. Arches House is close to all amenities. Beautiful on the Shane’s Castle Estate, beside Lough Neagh, Co
Neagh and near the cycle path around the Lough. It is 20 minutes Belfast/Larne. Ideal touring location. countryside is a short walk away, while main roads to Antrim. Set in a fairytale appearance, Ballealy Cottage
25 mins from Belfast, 15 mins from the International Belfast, Antrim and Londonderry make for easy access is surrounded by mature woodland and a meandering
Airport and 30 mins from the George Best City Airport. to all parts of Northern Ireland. stream. This charming property makes for a peaceful
getaway from the routine of everyday life. Local
attractions include: Antrim Round Tower, fishing on
Lough Neagh and Shane’s Castle Park. Open fire.
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BED & BREAKFAST ★★ HOTEL ★★★★ GUEST HOUSE ★★★★ SELF CATERING
Coolnagrock B&B O'Neill Arms Hotel ** Ardtara Country House **** Blackhead Lightkeepers Houses 1 and 2 ****
Margaret McQuilkin Contact: Dermot McLarnon Valerie Ferson Irish Landmark Trust, Whitehead, Co Antrim
Ballynoe, Rathlin Island, Ballycastle, BT54 6RT 20-22 Main Street, Toomebridge BT41 3TF 8 Gorteade Road, Upperlands, Near Kilrea BT46 5SA Tel: 00 353 1 670 4733 Fax: 00 353 1 670 4887
Tel: (028) 2076 3983 Mobile: 07718 124662 Tel: (028) 7965 0202 Fax: (028) 7965 0970 Tel: (028) 7964 4490 Fax: (028) 7964 5080 Email: bookings@irishlandmark.com
s£30 d£25 pps. Rooms 3 Email: marketing@mclarnongroup.com Email: Valerie_ferson@ardtara.com www.irishlandmark.com
Open Jan-Nov www.oneillarmshotel.com www.ardtara.com 2 Lightkeepers Houses
s£65-£75 d from £90. Rooms 11, all ensuite Price on application. Rooms 9, ensuite 9 (house 1 sleeps 5, house 2 sleeps 7) £497-£973
Welcome to Coolnagrock B&B, situated on the east
side of Rathlin Island, an area of exceptional natural Nestled in the bustling village of Toomebridge, the “Most Romantic Hotel of the Year” AA Award. Ardtara is Blackhead Lightkeepers’ Houses are ideally situated on
beauty with uninterrupted views of the Mull of Kintyre O’Neill Arms Hotel is only a moment away from the a charming 19th Century Country House with 9 ensuite the North Shore of Belfast Lough. The panoramic views
in Scotland. The B&B can accommodate 6 persons in shores of Lough Neagh. Relax and unwind with a nice bedrooms (deluxe kingsize beds) and the original from these properties are stunning and fill visitors with
two double rooms and one twin room. There is central meal, or perhaps just a glass of wine in front of an open fireplaces. Close to the Giant’s Causeway and coastal pure delight and admiration. From the station guests
heating throughout and a log fire in the guest sitting fire. Food is served all day with dishes created from the links courses, Blue Book listed Ardtara is regarded as can climb down the cliff path and walk along the shore
room. Birdwatchers, walkers and cyclists welcome. The best of Irish produce. one of the finest country houses in NI. to the seaside village of Whitehead. Local interest
B&B is 15 mins walk from the harbour. Complimentary Carrickfergus Castle, Glenariff Forest Park and the
pick up to and from the ferry available. It is important to Gasworks Museum of Ireland.
book the B&B and ferry in advance. Vegetarian diets.
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CUSHENDALL BALLINTOY BUSHMILLS CASTLEROCK
BARN HOSTEL HOSTEL HOSTEL
Ballyeamon Barn Sheep Island View Mill Rest Youth Hostel (H.I.) The Downhill Hostel & Pottery
Liz Weir Seamus/Josie Ms Mary Cecil William and McCall Gilfillan
127 Ballyeamon Road, Cushendall, BT44 0QP 42a Main Street, Ballintoy, BT54 6LX 49 Main Street, Bushmills, BT57 8QA 12 Mussenden Road, Coleraine, BT51 4RP
Tel: (028) 2175 8451 / 2175 8699 Tel: (028) 2076 9391 Fax: (028) 2076 9994 Tel: (028) 2073 1222 Fax: (028) 2073 0493 Tel: (028) 7084 9077
Mobile: 07703 440558 Email: info@sheepislandview.com Email: millrest@hini.org.uk Email: info@downhillhostel.com
Email: liz@taleteam.demon.co.uk www.sheepislandview.com www.hini.org.uk www.downhillhostel.com
www.taleteam.demon.co.uk Phone for prices. Rooms 16, ensuite 9 From £15 ppn low. Rooms 19, ensuite 19 from £10 pppn. Rooms 9, ensuite 2
14 bunks, £10/€15 per person per night
Purpose built. Family run. Sea views. Ideal for Modern purpose built hostel located in Bushmills just a Stunningly situated in one of the best locations in
Overlooking Glenariff Forest Park, the barn is ideally exploring the North Coast. Can cater for the individual stone's throw from the Giant's Causeway. All bedrooms Northern Ireland. The hostel overlooks the Downhill
situated as a starting point for trips along the Antrim or for groups of up to 100. are ensuite in a range of sizes with a mezzanine layout Beach, below the Mussenden Temple. Not just for
Coast. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, individual and in family rooms. Sleeps over 70 people and has youths, the hostel is perfect for the romantic or family
group travellers in this magical and inspiring place. conference room and garden. getaways! Art and craft classes available. Enquire
for details.
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PORTSTEWART RATHLIN ISLAND WHITEPARK BAY BUSHMILLS
HOSTEL HOSTEL HOSTEL ★★★★★ CARAVAN PARK
Rick’s Causeway Coast Hostel Soerneog View Hostel Whitepark Bay Youth Hostel Ballyness Caravan Park
Rick Reid John & Jennifer McCurdy Gretta Scott Campbell Olive Dunlop
4 Victoria Terrace, Portstewart, BT55 7BA Ouig, Rathlin Island, BT54 6RT 157 Whitepark Road, Ballintoy, Ballycastle BT54 6NH 40 Castlecatt Road, Bushmills, BT57 8TN
Tel: (028) 7083 3789 Fax: (028) 7083 5314 Tel & fax: (028) 2076 3954 Tel: (028) 2073 1745 Fax: (028) 2073 2034 Tel: (028) 2073 2393
Email: rick@causewaycoasthostel.fsnet.co.uk Email: johnandjennifer@soerneogview.fsnet.co.uk Email: whiteparkbay@hini.org.uk Fax: (028) 2073 2713
£10-£16. 8 Rooms, 3 ensuite www.n-irelandholidays.co.uk/rathlin www.hini.org.uk Email: info@ballynesscaravanpark.com
from £10. 3 Rooms From £15 ppn low. 15 Rooms, 15 ensuite www.ballynesscaravanpark.com
Great value accommodation for families, couples,
Open April-September 48 touring/motor from £17
groups and individuals, 50 metres from sea. Cosy Overlooking the beach this modern hostel has
Open March-Oct
sitting room with real fire, books, music, games, tv Overlooking Mill Bay, ideally situated for exploring the spectacular views and can sleep over 50 with all rooms
and video. Self-catering kitchen. Free tea and coffee. island. 10 minutes walk from harbour. Pick up service ensuite. The twin rooms have TV, tea/coffee facilities Multi award winning environmental park on the
Breakfast, evening meal available. available from the ferry. Rooms all private with central and hairdryer. Located off the coast road between Causeway Coast. Fully serviced pitches, immaculate
heating. Cycle hire available. Bushmills and Ballintoy. washrooms, free hot showers, bathroom, easy access
room and internet point. Located in a quiet, rural area
just 500m from Old Bushmills Distillery. Pre booking
recommended.
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★★★ CARAVAN PARK ★★★ CARAVAN PARK ★★★★★ CARAVAN PARK CARAVAN PARK
Cushendall Caravan Park Cushendun Caravan Park Carnfunnock Caravan Park & Camp Site Benone Tourist Complex
Mr Archie McKeegan Mrs Amanda McElroy Drains Bay, Coast Road, Larne, BT40 2QG Miss Margaret Clark
62 Coast Road, Cushendall, Co Antrim 14 Glendun Road, Cushendun, BT44 0PX Tel: (028) 2827 0541 or (028) 2826 0088 53 Benone Avenue, Benone, BT49 0LQ
Tel: (028) 2177 1699 Fax: (028) 2076 2515 Tel: (028) 2176 1254 Fax: (028) 2076 2515 Email: carnfunnock@larne.gov.uk Tel: (028) 7775 0555 Fax: (028) 7775 0919
Email: cushendallcp@moyle-council.org Email: cushenduncp@moyle-council.org www.larne.gov.uk/carnfunnock Email: benone.complex@limavady.gov.uk
www.moyle-council.org www.moyle-council.org 28 touring/motor, 10 tents www.limavady.gov.uk
20 touring, 20 motor, 20 tents, 64 static 12 touring, 12 motor, 12 tents, 64 static Touring/motor £14-£16 (subject to change) 100 touring, 5 tents
Touring/motor caravans £16.55-£18.10 Touring/motor caravans £16.55-£18.10 Tent from £7-£16 (subject to change) Open Easter - September
2-man tents £8.30, family tent £12.40 2-man tents £8.30, family tent £12.40 Please phone for prices and special offers
Modern touring caravan park located beside European
Seasonal lets (with electric) £705.44 Seasonal lets (with electric) £705.44
Set in the idyllic surroundings of Carnfunnock Country Blue Flag beach Benone. Facilities include outdoor
Open April-Sept Open April-Sept
Park, facilities include a maze, walled garden, forest heated pool (seasonal), tennis courts, play area, golf
Well maintained Local Authority Caravan Park, Newly refurbished caravan park offering water and walks, family fun zone with miniature railway, 18 hole course and bowling green.
occupying a Coast site within 5 minutes walk of 16 amp electricity connections to all sites. Set in mini golf, laser clay pidgeon shooting etc, gift centre,
Cushendall village centre and adjacent Cushendall woodland, 5 minutes walk from village centre and coffee shop, golf activities, children's activity centre
Boat Club. beach. with outdoor adventure playground, trampolines
and mini cars. All bays fully serviced. Pre-booking
recommended.
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Jordanstown Caravan Park Carrick Dhu Caravan Park Juniper Hill Caravan Park Drumaheglis Marina & Caravan Park
Newtownabbey Borough Council Mr John Gilmour Mr E Evans The Warden
Jordanstown Loughshore Park, Whiteabbey, BT37 12 Ballyreagh Road, Portrush, BT56 8LS 70 Ballyreagh Road, Portstewart, BT55 7PT 36 Glenstall Road, Ballymoney, BT53 7QN
Tel: (028) 9034 0000 Fax: (028) 9034 0062 Tel: (028) 7082 3712 Fax: (028) 7034 7239 Tel: (028) 7083 2023 Fax: (028) 7034 7239 Tel: (028) 2766 0280 or (028) 2766 0227
Email: info@newtownabbey.gov.uk 45 touring, 20 tents, 414 static 80 touring, 6 tents, 425 static Fax: (028) 2766 0222
www.newtownabbey.gov.uk Phone for prices Phone for prices Email: helen.neill@ballymoney.gov.uk
6 touring/motor, caravans £9, electric hook-up £1.50 Open April-Oct April-October www.visitballymoney.com
Open all year www.ballymoney.gov.uk
Caravan Park having 45 Touring Sites with electricity, Situated on the main A2 Coast Road, one mile east of
55 touring £17, tents £12.50
Located 5 miles north of Belfast on the Shore Road 20 tent sites without electricity. Additional sites for Portstewart, this site offers splendid views, modern
Open St. Patrick's weekend - Halloween.
(A2) convenient to ferry terminals, Belfast, Causeway Motorhomes without electricity. Situated on North facilities. Golf, fishing, boating and horse riding all
Coast and Glens. Electric hook up available, Nearby Coast close to main resorts. Golf, fishing and boating within a short distance. Award winning park situated on a beautiful stretch
amenities include picnic areas, children’s play area. within short distance. of the Lower River Bann. Fully serviced sites, nature
Close to University of Ulster and bus routes to Belfast walk, play area, picnic and BBQ areas, table tennis,
and Antrim Coast. Pre-booking recommended. volleyball. The complex also incorporates a boat park,
slipway and marina with overnight berthing facilities
catering for up to 32 boats.
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Ballycastle Marina Carrickfergus Marina Glenarm Harbour
John Morton 3 Quayside, Carrickfergus BT38 8BJ The Harbourmaster
14 Bayview Road, Ballycastle, BT54 6BT Tel: (028) 9336 6666 Fax: (028) 9335 0505 Tel & Fax: (028) 2884 1285
Tel: 028 2076 8525 Fax: 028 2076 2515
Mobile: 07803 505084
Email: ballycastlemarina@moyle-council.org
Email: marinarec@carrickfergus.org
www.carrickfergus.org
Mobile: 07703 606763
Email: glenarmmarina@larne.gov.uk
www.larne.gov.uk/glenarm
CAUSEWAY
www.moyle-council.org
Open all year
Carrickfergus Marina has earned the prestigious 5
Gold Anchor and European Blue Flag status as well
as designation as an RYA Sailability Centre. Exclusive
Glenarm Harbour offers forty fully serviced pontoon
berths within the village’s historical limestone harbour.
COASTAL ROUTE:
BLUE FLAG AWARD WINNING MARINA
Ballycastle’s superb 74-berth marina is situated on the
bertholder facilities include showers, sauna, laundry
service and bespoke Marine services.
The harbour is ideally situated within a day’s sail of the
Western Isles and Clyde. Visiting vessels welcome.
THE ESSENTIAL
spectacular North Antrim Coast. It offers excellent scope
for marine travel around Ireland and to Scotland. IRISH JOURNEY
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The Braid, Ballymena Town Hall Museum and Arts Centre
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Causeway Coast and Glens Tourism Partnership
11 Lodge Road, Coleraine
Co. Londonderry BT52 1LU Northern Ireland
T +44 (0)28 7032 7720
F +44 (0)28 7032 7719
E mail@causewaycoastandglens.com
Regional Tourist Information Centres
Ballycastle Ballymoney Coleraine Limavady
Sheskburn House, 7 Mary Street 1 Townhead Street Railway Road 7 Connell Street
Ballycastle BT54 6QH Ballymoney BT53 6BE Coleraine BT52 1PE Limavady BT49 0HA
T 028 2076 2024 T 028 2766 0230 T 028 7034 4723 T 028 7776 0307
F 028 2076 2515 F 028 2766 0222 F 028 7035 1756 F 028 7772 2010
E tourism@moyle-council.org E touristinfo@ballymoney.gov.uk E info@northcoastni.com E tourism@limavady.gov.uk
www.moyle-council.org www.visitballymoney.com www.northcoastni.com www.limavady.gov.uk
Ballymena Carrickfergus Larne Newtownabbey
The Braid, Ballymena Town Hall Museum Museum and Civic Centre Narrow Gauge Road Development Services Department
and Arts Centre, 1-29 Bridge Street Antrim Street, Carrickfergus BT38 7DG Larne BT40 1XB Mossley Mill
Ballymena BT43 5EJ T 028 9335 8049 T 028 2826 0088 Newtownabbey BT36 5QA
T 028 2565 7161 F 028 9335 0350 F 028 2826 0088 T 028 9034 0000
E tourist.information@ballymena.gov.uk E touristinfo@carrickfergus.org E larnetourism@btconnect.com F 028 9034 0062
www.ballymena.gov.uk www.carrickfergus.org www.larne.gov.uk E efearon@newtownabbey.gov.uk
www.newtownabbey.gov.uk
Tourism Ireland Overseas Marketing Offices
The international marketing body for the island of Ireland covering the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland
Australia Nordic Region Japan South Africa
Tourism Ireland Denmark/Finland/Norway Tourism Ireland Tourism Ireland
Level 5, 36 Carrington Street Tourism Ireland c/o Marketing Garden, International Place c/o Development Promotions
Sydney NSW 2000 Nyhavn 16, 3rd Floor 26-3, Sanei-cho, Shinjuku-ku Everite House, Level 7
T + 61 2 9299 6177 Copenhagen K, DK1051 Tokyo 160 0008 20 De Korte Street, PO Box 30615
E info@tourismireland.com.au T +45 3315 8045 T + 813 5367 6525 Gauteng, Braamfontein 2017
www.discoverireland.com.au E info.nordic@tourismireland.com E ireland@marketinggarden.com T +27 11 339 4865
www.discoverireland.com www.tourismireland.com E tourismireland@dpgsa.co.za
Austria www.discoverireland.com
Tourism Ireland England Netherlands
Libellenweg 1, 1140 Vienna Tourism Ireland Tourism Ireland Spain
T +43 1 914 1351 103 Wigmore Street (walk in) Spuistraat 104, 1012 VA Amsterdam Tourism Ireland (Walk In)
E info.au@tourismireland.com London W1U 1QS T + 31 20 504 0689 Paseo de la Castellana 46
www.tourismireland.com T 0800 039 7000 (call centre) E info@ierland.nl 3a Planta, 28046 Madrid
E info.gb@tourismireland.com www.discoverireland.com/nl T +34 91 745 6420
Belguim E info.es@tourismireland.com
Tourism Ireland France New Zealand www.discoverireland.com/es
Avenue Louise 66 Tourism Ireland Tourism Ireland
Louizalaan 1050 Brussels 33 Rue de Miromesnil (walk in) L7 City Group Building Switzerland
T +32 2 275 0171 Paris 75008 23 Customs Street East, PO Box 279 Tourism Ireland
E info.be@tourismireland.com T +33 1 7020 0020 Auckland 1001 Hindergartenstrasse 36
www.discoverireland.com/be-nl E info.fr@tourismireland.com T + 649 977 2255 Dachsen CH-8447
www.discoverireland.com/fr E tourism@ireland.co.nz T +41 44 210 4153
Canada www.discoverireland.co.nz E info.ch@tourismireland.com
Tourism Ireland Germany www.tourismireland.com
2 Bloor St. West, Suite 3403 Tourism Ireland Portugal
Toronto M4W 3E2 Gutleustrasse 32 Tourism Ireland USA
T 1800 223 6470 D-60329 Frankfurt Am Main Ruada Imprensa a Estrela 1-4 Tourism Ireland
E info.ca@tourismireland.com T + 49 69 668 00950 (call centre) 1200-684 Lisboa 345 Park Avenue, 17th Floor
www.tourismireland.com E info@entdeckeirland.de T + 351 21 392 9440 New York NY 10154
www..discoverireland.com/de E lisbon@dfa.ie T 1800 223 6470
China E info.us@tourismireland.com
Tourism Ireland China Italy Scotland www.discoverireland.com/us
Suite 728 Shanghai Centre Tourism Ireland Tourism Ireland, James Miller House
1376 Nanjing Road West Piazzale Cantore, 4 (walk in) 7th Floor, 98 West George Street
Shanghai 200040 20123 Milano Glasgow G2 1PJ
T +86 21 6279 8788 T +39 02 5817 7311 T +44 141 572 4030
E info@tourismireland.com.cn E informazioni@tourismireland.com E infoglasgow@tourismireland.com
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The information given in this Guide is given in good faith on the basis of information submitted to Causeway Coast and Glens Tourism Partnership and McCadden Creative. Causeway Coast and Glens Tourism
Partnership and McCadden Creative cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this Guide and accept no responsibility for any error or misrepresentation. All liability for loss, disappointment, negligence or other damage
caused by the reliance on the information contained in this Guide, or in the event of the bankruptcy or liquidation of any company, individual or firm mentioned, or in the event of any company, individual or firm ceasing to trade,
is hereby excluded.
Photography: Esler Crawford / Arthur Ward / NITB / Andy Hill / Roger Kinkead / Chris Hill / National Trust / Rory Moore / Gary Jackson
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