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Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families

Family-friendly vacation home in Ballycastle

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Beach
Marina
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Children's area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ballycastle, NIR
  • Place, Causeway Coast
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Antrim Coast and Glens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballintoy Church
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Campbeltown (CAL)

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About the neighborhood

Ballycastle

This vacation home is located within a few miles (5 km) of Antrim Coast and Glens and Ballycastle Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Causeway Coast - 3 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Antrim Coast and Glens - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Ballintoy Church - 5 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Ballycastle Museum - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Ballintoy Harbour - 7 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Ballymoney Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pantry - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Marconi's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Weighbridge Tea Room & Gift Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shorebird Coffee Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roarks Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families

Set in an idyllic location approximately 2.5 miles for the seaside town of Ballycastle and 10miles from the world famous gaints causeway, Forestsidehouse and Cottage offers the perfect base for exploring all of the attractions of the North Antrim and causeway coasts.
The House and Cottage share ample off-road parking, private gardens, play area for children, clean and comfortable accommodation. Nearby activities include: horse riding; golf; sailing; secluded forest walks and many more.

Things to note:

Electricity and heating is metered at local rates, payable in cash on departure - this is to keep costs low so as not to include a blanket price to all guests (for example those who spend their holiday sightseeing with little time in the house).
Pets are welcome and are charged at £10pn per pet.
To lessen our carbon footprint we encourage guests to bring their own towels. We can provide towels for a small fee as part of our laundry contract.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 7 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ballycastle, close to Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, Ballycastle Beach, and Ballintoy Harbour. You'll also find Antrim Coast and Glens and Causeway Coast within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Campbeltown (CAL), which is about 29.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families?

Yes, every accommodation at Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families comes with a deck.

Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family weekend

We had a lovely family weekend in Forestside House. It was very clean and well located. It sleeps 16 but the dining and seating accommodation does not cater for 16. We were 10 and could eat together but not sit and relax together. The dining table and a couple of chairs were not very stable. One of the oven doors was broken and a couple of cooker rings were not working. This made cooking for a large number challenging. We are unlikely to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHARON D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay

We had a wonderful time. The property was well equipped spacious and in a great location. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Stay

This home was perfect for our group of 3 families and a set of grandparents. It was clean, well located and easy to access. It had everything we needed and plenty of parking. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Karen d.

Disliked: Cleanliness

cold March with family

Good: Property is at it appears on the photos/video - a beautiful, comfortable house. Beds comfortable and bedrooms clean. Lots of books and outdoor play equipment to keep the children amused which were very welcome. Bad: The worst thing was arriving at 4pm on Saturday to an extremely cold house which took over 12 hours to heat up - no-one slept well the first night. Once the house did heat up then the heating just carried on heating the house. There are thermostatic valves on the radiators but no master thermostat to switch off the boiler (which we could not find) once a decent temperature was reached. It cost me £300 for a week's stay for the oil and electricity. Be warned! kitchen is tired - broken drawers and doors. Had to wash all of the cutlery, plates and mugs before using. greasy oven tray left unwashed in the dishwasher. Did report this and told due to new management company. Oven needs replacing - 2 out of 5 hobs don't work and oven doesn't get to temperature. Owner was aware of the hob when I reported this. Internet was poor but not important to us. Owner will respond that if I reported other issues then she would have sorted but there are lots, and I am on holiday and Not my job. There are lots of other issues: 1 shower the thermostat is almost impossible to control and probably needs replacing. I would recommend the owner to stay in the house herself for a week and list the remaining minor issues and rectify them accordingly. It is a nice house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay in N.I.

Great location to experience various things around Northern Ireland. Plenty of room and most of the conveniences of home. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family house

Great house for extended family holiday as the bedroom door bathrooms were plentiful and well situated for family units. Location was central for all we wanted to do around Northern Ireland and was a great base to relax and catch up with family knowing the kids were safe in the enclosed gardens. It was self check in but we hadn’t been told so wasted a little time getting in and needed the meter stuff explaining but the host was quick to respond once over that little hiccup and resolved any queries or concerns promptly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

IAN W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great accommodation for a family celebration

Plastic utensils for children was good. Self check in and self check out works very well. Enjoyed using gas cooker. The children said it was the best holiday they ever had. Loved the play park too.

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation

Was a great spot for a family vacation in Ballycastle. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linnet G.

An amazing house with everything you’d need

We rented this house for a long weekend to host a Large family BBQ to celebrate our recent wedding. It was brilliant! The house had everything we needed in it and plenty of bedrooms for guests to stay over if they wanted to. The whole process from booking to checking out was so easy and Lisa was a dream to deal with - quick replies and nothing was too much bother. The garden was great and plenty of room for kids and our dog to run around and play in. There was plenty to do near by as well so people could go off on day trips and entertain themselves. Would definitely recommend and already looking forward to booking it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Claire C.

Modern and clean but does have the basic standard services

The house is well located, spotless clean, and modern. It's a perfect stay for large groups and the Homeaway agents are very efficient and quick to reply. However, no towels nor shower gel were provided (you need to hire some or bring your own), which is no longer the custom in this kind of industry nowadays. The house was really cold when we came in which doesn't seen very welcoming, especially in mid-january. You also need to pay extra for the gas and electricity, so the price is not all included when you book it. Some quality kitchen appliance and cooking utensil would have been appreciated as well but overall, the stay was fine.

10/10 Excellent

denis C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Belle maison, très bien située, proche de nombreux intérêts touristiques. Grands chambres et SDB, b

Visite des Glens, de la chaussée des géants, promenades sur la cote et dans le villages.La mer est extraordinaire, d'un bleu lagon, et la végétation magnifique avec des rhododendrons et des fuchsia arborescents poussant naturellement.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025