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Exterior - Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views. (BALLYCASTLE)
Nestled at the foot of impressive limestone cliffs, O' Rourkes Cottage offers serene views of Ballintoy Harbour. Unwind in the garden sun room with a gas stove, or stroll through large private gardens that look southwest towards uninterrupted sea views.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

One of the most photographed and painted scenes in Ireland, Ballintoy Harbour. O' Rourkes Cottage is nestled at the foot of impressive limestone cliffs with a large private gardens looking southwest towards uninterrupted sea views, The Giants Causeway and Donegal. A perfect sun trap to enjoy the most breath taking views possible. Garden sun room with gas stove on elevated position in the back garden giving year round views of the Atlantic Ocean and stunning seascapes. The cottage is merely 40 feet from the beach with direct access from the cottage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking inside. Smoking permitted in garden.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: All house trained pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside. Smoking permitted in garden.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Located in Ballycastle, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Ballintoy Church and Causeway Coast are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Giant's Causeway and Antrim Coast and Glens. Traveling with kids? Consider Giant's Causeway and Bushmills Railway and Barry's Amusements. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Ballycastle travel guide
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BALLYCASTLE, NIR

What's nearby

  • flight Panorama view of Giants causeway coastline on sunset time Northern Ireland
    Causeway Coast
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ballycastle which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and rugged coastline
    Ballintoy Harbour
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Giant\'s Causeway featuring a monument, general coastal views and rugged coastline
    Giant's Causeway
    15 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Ballintoy Church
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sheep Island
    6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Coleraine Station
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Nook
    11 min drive
  • The Weighbridge Tea Room & Gift Shop
    4 min drive
  • Marconi's
    12 min drive
  • Shorebird Coffee Hut
    12 min drive
  • Maegden
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful seafront cottage, extensive private gardens, stunning sea views. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ballycastle vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Ballintoy Harbour, Whitepark Bay, and Ballintoy Church. Sheep Island and Carrick-a-Rede are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 207 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect with amazing sea views and walks to local beaches and coastal pathways nearby. The host was very helpful and responsive with queries we had about the property. The cottage was rustic with a large garden and a separate sun room with views out to sea.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam h.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and breathtaking views!! Everything was perfect for our first visit to Ireland to watch our daughter get married at Dunluce Castle!!Right on the waters edge and close to some great restaurants. There were so many great sites and places to visit close by. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most breathtaking place I have ever stayed. Must explore all around this cottage! I could eat breakfast lunch and dinner at Roark's Kitchen. Mussels at fullerton arms were a family favorite! And must try the seafood chowder at carrick-a-rede!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc F.

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

Great place

Great place with great viewe
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Retirement bliss

Fantastic location right on the coast; beautiful scenery added to the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis Russell

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

Our Retreat

We simply love the cottage. We have had many great stays here and it’s hard to believe that we will not be back as it’s being sold.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Lovely break

We had a lovely time, the views were amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather k.

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

Great break away at our favourite cottage

We have stayed here many times before and its always a joy perfect location very relaxing lovely time
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

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

Peefect family spot

Loved our stay here. Amazing location, beautiful walks right on the doorstep and great location for all activities around Causeway Coast. Has everything you need for a family stay, and brilliant outdoor space for dog too
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne K.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

We had a wonderful stay - and the view from the sun room was stunning - at any time of day. The cottage was the perfect size for the 2 of us and all the facilities we required. Would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark M.

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

Superb location

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

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

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

Mrs

Amazing location with lots to do in the area
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aric P.

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

Worth more than 5 stars!

Beautiful cottage in an amazing location. From the moment we started down Harbour road towards this beautiful cottage we knew we were in for a wonderful time. The hosts were great at communication and provided all the amenities we needed. We are already talking about a return trip in the future and we will not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth T.

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

Amazing location!

The location was everything. The cottage was well equipped for a family and we loved it so much we’ve booked to go back next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivien B., Kanturk Co. Cork

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

Great location

Super location for this cottage and it has everything you need for your stay. Excellent care and communication by owner Turlough.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

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

Beautiful location

Historic cottage set in the most beautiful location of Ballintoy Harbour. Lots of walks on the doorstep, quiet and peaceful out of season and understandably busy in the summertime.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family holiday

This cottage is fantastic. Its so close to the beach the views are amazing. Our two dogs loved it. We will definitely be back and cant wait we did not want the week to finish
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tory H.

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

Amazing location. Compact cottage.

Was perfect size for 2-4 people. Would have been a tight squeeze for any more. Great location though and friendly and help ful host
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter I.

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

Fantastic location

We loved our stay ar Ballintoy Harbour. The cottage is very cosy and well equipped - the outstanding feature is a fabulous sunroom in the garden with amazing views. We spent wonderful long evenings there or on the beaches right outside the front door. Absolutely perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

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

Relaxing place to be

Beautiful location, lots of lovely walks, short drive to giant's Causeway and Carrick-a-rede rope bridge. The house itself was so cosy and warm even though it was windy and cold outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

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

Perfect location

We had such a lovely stay. The cottage is cosy and comfortable and has everything you need. The location is fabulous and we really enjoyed the garden and outdoor space and so did our dog. The views from the garden room are amazing and the nearby coastal walks are lovely. A great base to discover the wonderful North Coast; and also a special place to just chill out and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh W., Newtownards

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

Beautiful North Antrim Coast, N. Ireland

A lovely cosy cottage, perfect setting. Good places to eat out within a 20 minute drive. We enjoyed our second stay as much as the first. Looking forward to going back.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Albert M.

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

Picture postcard cottage

Fantastic stay in this little cottage. So warm and cosy. With the most beautiful views and walks right on your doorstep. Sunroom up the hill was a huge bonus and an amazing place to relax. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary d.

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

Beautiful setting

The cottage is ideally situated close to all amenities and just within walking distance to the village of Ballintoy if you want to leave the car. The high spot is it is directly beside the sea.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024