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Ballintoy old school house - full of Irish charm and character

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9Outstanding
(9 Ratings)
"This was our first stop on a tour of Ireland and we could not believe how fortunate we were in finding this spot. The space is clean, comfortable and well appointed. The view is breathtaking! It is wa..."
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9 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)

Cottage in Northern Ireland

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

A gorgeous listed building that has so much Irish character and charm - yet has all the amenities and comfort to make sure you have a relaxing, enjoyable, unforgettable stay. relax, unwind and enjoy.
The old school house is nestled up off the coast road, sitting high to give spectacular views of the ferocious Atlantic, Rathlin Island, Islay, the Mull of Kintyre, Sheep Isle and the surrounding area of outstanding natural beauty.

The old school house is a Grade B1 listed building built in 1760 to educate the local school children. It has been restored to a very high standard, and we want to share this landmark property with guests so they can stay in one of the oldest buildings in the local area.

Don't just take my word for it - book a stay and just sit, look out the window at the ever-changing view, which you will never tire of.

The old school house is situated outside the quaint village of Ballntoy

Distance to nearby landmarks and places -
Ballintoy Harbour: Ballintoy 'Sandy Port' beach: Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge: 1 mile
White Park Bay: 2 miles
Ballycastle : 4 miles
Ballycastle Golf club 4 miles
Giant's Causeway: 6.5 miles
Dark Hedges: 8 miles
Bushmills Distillery: 8 miles
Bushfoot Golg club: 9 miles
Dunluce Castle: 10 miles
Royal Portrush Golf Club: 12 miles
Portstewart Golf Club: 14 miles
Coleraine: 16 miles
Belfast : 60 miles
International airport - Antrim: 45 miles
George Best - Belfast city airport: 60 miles

Amenities at Ballintoy old school house - full of Irish charm and character

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9 / 10
Outstanding(9 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
This was our first stop on a tour of Ireland and we could not believe how fortunate we were in finding this spot. The space is clean, comfortable and well appointed. The view is breathtaking! It is walkable to a charming beach and to a few establishments in the town. As other reviewers have noted, the drawback of this property is the lack of designated parking, so getting your bags unloaded and up the stairs is a challenge - coming from North America it shocked us at first, but we soon got used to the different road conditions here, so it was not so difficult to manage, and there is ample parking 5 minutes away in town.
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
The cottage was beautifully clean. Very well equipped. The host kept in contact regarding access etc.The location precludes the parking of the cars and unloading etc. Parking is 200 yds down the main road. Otherwise a fabulous place with fantastic views from the bench in front of the building.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Ballintoy old school house was a fabulous place to stay. In fact, the school house was our favorite accommodation out of 4 while we traveled Ireland with our family of 4. The house is beautifully updated while maintaining the charm and character. The views are breathtaking. My only regret is that we didn't stay longer! One disadvantage is that you have to park a bit down the road and walk to the school house. Do not let this deter you from booking and staying here - it was a non issue for us! Thank you to the host and beautiful town - we'll be back!
6 / 10Average·Jun 2026
Pros-stunning views from the house, clean, modern, close to nearby attractions, good communication from host. Cons-we were unaware of the parking situation from the listing. You have to park your car a quarter mile away in the village as there is no way to park or pullover in front of the house. This made getting suitcases to the house, difficult. We didn’t know that it’s customary to just park in the road to unload your belongings or groceries. Also, the door has no doorknob. So, you think you unlocked the door but it latches shut and there’s no way to open it. It’s very easy to lock yourself out. Be sure you have the host’s phone number before going to the house. With little to no cell service you might want to ask for the WiFi in case you lock yourself out like we did. The host was quick to respond which we are grateful for!
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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Ballintoy old school house - full of Irish charm and character. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Ballintoy old school house - full of Irish charm and character pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Ballintoy old school house - full of Irish charm and character?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.