Carnkirk Cottage

This spacious traditional-style cottage sits on a hill once occupied by ancient Carnkirk Castle, with commanding views over the North Antrim and Donegal coastlines, spectacular sunsets and sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, Carnkirk Cottage is a haven of rural tranquility only a mile from both the Giant’s Causeway and Bushmills Distillery. Benefiting from a central location, other attractions such as Dunluce Castle, Whitepark Bay, Ballintoy Harbour and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge are all just a few minutes drive away. It is no wonder that Carnkirk Cottage has been described as one of the Causeway Coast’s hidden gems.

Set on a third of an acre site with a large private garden, three patio areas and a first floor balcony, all with sea and countryside views, Carnkirk Cottage is the ideal location from which to start exploring the beautiful Causeway Coast.

Ground floor accommodation consists of a super king-sized double bedroom with ensuite jacuzzi bath, walk-in shower, tv, patio and garden access, king-sized double bedroom, twin room, bunk room, large family bathroom, utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, mini fridge, sink and stable door with access to rear patio and garden.

First floor accommodation consists of a spacious lounge with wood-burning stove and smart tv, a separate sitting/reading area, balcony with outside steps to rear patio (both ideal for outside entertaining), fully-fitted kitchen/dining area with electric oven and gas hob, AGA, built in microwave oven, dishwasher and fridge freezer. There is also a toilet on the first floor.

The lounge, sitting area, kitchen and balcony all have sea and countryside views.

Please contact the accommodation provider directly for rates and availability.

Location Description

Travelling out of Bushmills on the A2 road to Ballycastle, you will pass the Smuggler's Inn hotel and restaurant on the right hand side. Continue along the A2 and take the first road on the right after the Smuggler's Inn (Signposted 286 - 294 Whitepark Road). After a short distance, turn right through the white pillared entrance. Carnkirk Cottage is straight ahead (number 4).