Cottages in County Antrim

Come away to beautiful County Antrim in Northern Ireland where the resplendent greens of the rolling hills and the surreal, rugged beauty of the cliff faces along the coastline will dazzle your senses and soothe your soul! There is so much to see and do in this magical part of Ireland that is rich in history, folklore, tradition and glorious nature panoramas. Drive for miles along breathtaking coastal roads, have adventures discovering fabled historical sites and gorgeous beaches or soak up the buzz in cosmopolitan Belfast. County Antrim is a region renowned for its wonderful scenery!

These charming, contemporary cottages are strategically dotted around the perimeter of the County Antrim coastline perfect for road trippers as well as further inland. Browse a selection of lovely accommodation options with upmarket, fully equipped, spacious, interiors, stylish decor and quick access to the beach. Most of the immaculate cottages on offer along the coast are under 1km from the beach. Many of the cottages feature a pleasant garden or outdoor terrace with a lovely view. Find your perfect County Antrim cottage getaway whether you are just 2 guests or size up for a family group of 4 or 5.

With bucket list nature attractions such as the spectacular geology of Giant's Causeway and the fabled Dark Hedges within easy driving distance of Ballintoy, County Antrim is the perfect destination for breathtaking scenery. The stunning cliff top surroundings of the medieval ruins of Dunluce Castle and the mysterious scenery of Slemish Mountain just under an hour south of Ballintoy offer you incredible places for snapping travel photos alongside lush, remote rugged scenic beauty that allows you to reconnect with nature and recharge.

There is no shortage of scenic drives in County Antrim! Try Ireland´s premiere road trip route from Belfast to Londonderry called the Causeway Coastal route where you can see the fabulous rock formations of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Giant's Causeway. The Ardis Peninsula route takes you east of Belfast to a place of gorgeous beaches, heritage seaside villages and breathtaking ocean panoramas. If you are a fan of The Game of Thrones series you will love the 350 km film location route through County Down, County Antrim, Londonderry and Fernanagh. See all the stunning locations from the film series that include the grand 18th century Castle Ward, the spooky Cushendun Caves on the Antrim Coast and the mysterious Dark Hedges twisted beech trees at Ballymoney!

Head out for the day to the wild, rugged beauty of Rathlin Island! There are several ferry crossings per day from Ballycastle harbour to this lush, pristine nature paradise where you can see incredible marine birds such as puffins, razor bills and kittiwakes from the spectacular viewing platform at Rathlin Seabird Centre. You can also spot colonies of seals on the rocks basking in the sun! There are a variety of stunning hiking trails on the island between 2 and 10 km where you can see incredible coastal views.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a majestic, geological natural wonder consisting of around 40 000 hexagonal columns formed by an ancient volcanic eruption. Lace up your hiking shoes and enjoy the National Trust´s fabulous 8 km guided hike from the ruins of Dunseverick Castle to Giant's Causeway! You also get to admire an unforgettable landscape of verdant, dramatic cliffs and rock formations that plunge into the ocean!

Adventure awaits not far from Giant's Causeway near Ballintoy, County Antrim where you are in for one of the most spectacular experiences on Planet Earth! Here you can cross a rope bridge suspended 30m above sea level overlooking lush, green cliffs with sheer rock faces that plunge spectacularly into the translucent ocean below! The cliff views are sublime. Be sure to pre book online to cross the bridge as this is a very popular scenic attraction!

If you are looking for a memorable road trip adventure, look no further than this wonderfully scenic coastal route! This stunning drive begins in Belfast City and ends in Derry passing through all of the nine Glens of Antrim and includes Giant's Causeway. You will find breathtaking sights en route such as Glenariff Forest Park,Torr Head Scenic Route, Murlough Bay, Four Head Cliffs as well as plenty of mysterious castle ruins and absolutely magnificent beaches.

At magnificent Glenarm Castle you will find yourself steeped in rich history. Here you can explore enchanted trails through the walled garden and beautiful lush parkland and take a tour of the fabulous castle interior. In May the estate hosts a splendid tulip festival and in July you can attend Northern Ireland's biggest family friendly food and music festival here! Come and visit one of Ireland's oldest estates that is also one of Northern Ireland's most popular holiday attractions!

Head to Belfast's Titanic Quarter where you will find a landmark, shimmering building and showcase of architectural ingenuity that houses a world class museum dedicated to the story of the Titanic. Surround yourself with the sights and sounds of the heyday of Belfast´s ship building boom as you make your way through the wonderfully interactive displays that make up the exhibition and learn a host of remarkable facts about the world´s largest ship!

Belfast is a city packed with things to do and see! Head to historic St George's Friday and weekend market where you will find a mountain of gorgeous fresh produce. On Saturdays you can stop for a decadent Ulster Fry breakfast and stock up on local delicacies such as meat, cheese and seafood. Be sure to take a stroll in the lovely Cathedral Quarter where you can nip into a wonderfully atmospheric pub for a pint of Guinness!