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Porthole Cottage, Whitepark Bay, Bushmills

Cottage in Bushmills with kitchen and fireplace

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Marina
Living area
Interior
Cosy evenings by the fire!
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Causeway Coast
  • Place, Whitepark Bay
  • Place, Giant's Causeway

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Double bedroom

1 Double Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

Family bathroom comprising shower, washhand basin and toilet

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Porthole Cottage, Whitepark Bay, Bushmills

PORTHOLE COTTAGE has a superb location on the Causeway Coastal Route set in farmland above Whitepark Bay. The cover picture is of Ballintoy, a Game of Thrones location and it's only a short drive to the Dark Hedges, also featured in filming Game of Thrones. Many attractions of the Causeway Coast region are just a five minute drive - eg, Bushmills, Giants Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede, Portballintrae, Dunluce Castle and Ballycastle. Ideally placed for visiting Belfast, Londonderry and Donegal. For Daniel O’Donnell fans a day trip to his home area of Kincasslagh in Donegal is a real treat.

The space

Porthole Cottage is cosy, comfortable and well-equipped to provide a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Indeed many of our guests have been with us several times.
Prices include bed linens, towels and electricity. EV car charging is an extra.
The Cottage is centrally heated by an Aga type stove in Kitchen. In the lounge we have recently removed the open fire and installed a wood burning stove - set and ready to light - Seasoned logs are provided for your first evening by the fire. Additional logs can be purchased.
We do not provide meals but kitchen is well-equipped with electric oven and hob, dish-washer, microwave, and toaster. Fridge and small freezer.
Washing machine, tumble drier, dish-washer, iron and ironing board
Little extras - tea, coffee, sugar for that first much needed cuppa.
Tin foil, cling film, washing up liquid, hand soap, bleach, cleaning products.
Tea towel and hand towel provided.
Bathroom - bath has been replaced with a new walk-in shower.

Guest access

Guests have access to the complete cottage.

Interaction with guests - Owners will be on hand to welcome you on arrival and familiarize you with heating system, etc.

Owners live nearby.

Travel cot provided on request - but bring baby's own bedding please.

Other things to note -

Electric car charging facility available.

Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury all deliver groceries to cottage.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests to empty all bins before leaving cottage.
Sheets, pillowcases and duvet covers to be removed and left with towels for washing.
If fire has been used it should be cleaned out and left ready for next guests.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bushmills

Located in Bushmills, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Causeway Coast and Ballintoy Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Giant's Causeway and Giants Causeway Visitors Centre. Giant's Causeway and Bushmills Railway and Barry's Amusements are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking.
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Dunseverick, Northern Ireland

What's nearby

  • Causeway Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Whitepark Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Old Bushmills Distillery - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Giant's Causeway - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Dunluce Castle - 14 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Portrush Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Bushmills Distillery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Nook - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Market Square - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hip Chip - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bilberry Mill Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Porthole Cottage, Whitepark Bay, Bushmills pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Porthole Cottage, Whitepark Bay, Bushmills?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Porthole Cottage, Whitepark Bay, Bushmills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porthole Cottage, Whitepark Bay, Bushmills?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porthole Cottage, Whitepark Bay, Bushmills located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Causeway Coast and Whitepark Bay. Ballintoy Church and Ballintoy Harbour are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kerry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were great and next door if needed. Lovely cottage! Would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is lovely Clean, neat, and comfortable. The location couldn't be better being in the centre of the coastal causeway.Margaret and Bill were excellent hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay in a lovely part of the world. The hosts were very nice and friendly. They gave clear instructions and directions. The house was nice and clean and warm, and the beds were comfortable. We were able to have a nice fire in the fireplace, which was really nice. The surrounding area was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

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

Helen

All round lovely cottage, clean and comfortable and lots of sightseeing places nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Fantastic stay

Loved the cottage and the owners. Wish we had booked for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay in this nice little cottage. Bill and Margaret are outstanding hosts and incredibly kind. Communication was great prior to arrival and during our stay. The cottage is quaint and was a perfect home base as we explored the coast of Northern Ireland!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

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

Totally recommend!

A wonderful welcome and a wonderful place. The cottage was lovely, clean and cosy. Owners were so helpful and warm. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A lovely cottage

Our stay lasted two days and the location of the cottage provided a great spot to explore the Causeway Coast. Margaret were lovely and welcoming hosts. Location is further outside Bushmills than we expected, but it was actually more convenient in our coastal exploration. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

amanda n.

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

Great spot

Bill and Margaret were lovely -- communicated thoroughly pre-arrival and were waiting for us when we arrived. There was delicious homemade bread with butter and cream waiting for us. Property was as described -- perfect for us, although could have accommodated several more people. Bonus washer/dryer and all other amenities. Very short walk to the beach -- just watch as it's all downhill which makes the trek back more challenging. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Margaret and Bill were very accommodating hosts for my friends and I. This was our first time in Belfast, so they had lots of recommendations for us and made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The house was cozy and tidy, and we all felt very welcomed. The location was very convenient as it was close drive to the Giant's Causeway, Dunluce & Dunseverick Castles, and many more must-see destinations. My friends and I have already talked about coming back as there is so much more to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This accommodation was a lovely two bedroom cottage in a quiet area close to White Park Bay. Scrupulously clean with everything a guest could need supplied. So warm and cosy and the owners were friendly and accommodating, happy to answer any questions and lived on the grounds. I stayed there with my dog and enjoyed the amenities close by, the beaches and the lovely walks. I will return and recommend this cottage without hesitation
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was excellent everywhere there was nothing was wrong it was beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ideal location for the Golf Open tournament , the beach, Giants Causeway and much more
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICE R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endroit très calme à deux pas de l'océan et de la chaussée des géants. Bon accueil des propriétaires et bon équipement.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Happy customers

Cosy comfortable cottage in lovely surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus D.

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

Outstanding place

This home was awesome! It was very clean and had everything we needed. Owners live next door and were so friendly and responsive. The had grrat suggestions for us and gave us freshly baked bread. The location of this hone was perfect for our visit. Closr to many places we wanted to visit. We would definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

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

Location is Everything

Property is a two bedroom cottage with fully equipped kitchen - ideal home from home.Located 10 minute walk from Whitepark Bay Beach. Anyone who enjoys walking with ready access to Antrim coast then this is the place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Short break

Have stayed here before. Return for the location plus the cottage us well equiped and hosts really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence D.

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

Cottage was just like home

Cottage clean view's great bill.and Margaret are lovely very and made us feel very welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great central location

Great location but cottage needs to up updated inside. Had picture of interior been shared we would likely not booked. Previous comments mentioned host and scones … sadly no scones lol
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Good

Lovely well equiped cottage, great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Stay

The hosts were so inviting and friendly, if we needed anything they were happy to help.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Porthole Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Porthole cottage. The owners Margaret and Bill were so friendly and helpful. The cottage is traditionally furnished with very comfortable beds and is well equipped with all you will need for your stay. The location is perfect for exploring all along the Causeway Coast and inland with a trip to Bushmills Distillery highly recommended as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Happy

Well equiped cottage in perfect location for exploring the North Coast. Very helpful and friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

Vacation time

The property was as advertised. The owners were near to assist with an issues. We enjoyed our stay. We walked the beach at Whitepark a few times. It was beautiful and an unexpected highlight. The sheep were fun to watch too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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