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5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century.

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Floor plan
Exterior
Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Stranocum, NIR
  • Place, The Dark Hedges
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Dervock Riverside Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Antrim Coast and Glens
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century.

The cottage was used to accommodate the coach and its driver, who served the Hutchinson family, who lived at Stranocum Hall. It is part of Stranocum Hall but is self contained.

The cottage fell into substantial disrepair until it was fully renovated by the current owners of Stranocum Hall. Set in the grounds of the Hall, Coachman's Cottage has a spacious and airy open plan living, dining and well equipped kitchen main area. The kitchen has a dishwasher, coffee machine, fridge with ample freezer compartment, microwave oven, induction hob and full-sized oven. There is also a log burner in the living area for those cosy evenings during the cooler months of the year, although the cottage is fully centrally heated and has underfloor heating in the bathrooms for extra comfort.

Each bedroom has its own ensuite and there is also a shower room on the ground floor. All bathrooms have heated towel rails as well as underfloor heating, and a complimentary welcome toiletry pack including body wash, shampoo and body lotion is provided. The twin beds in the second bedroom can be made into a super-king, should the need arise. A cot and other baby equipment can be provided by prior request.

There is a separate utility room with a washer dryer, ironing facilities and space to hang out drying clothes. No need to bring bottled water as the entire mains water is fitted with a comprehensive in line filtration system. Outside, there is a private patio and yard, which is exclusively available for use by guests.

The Dark Hedges are just two miles away. Other famous sites are also on the door step, including several locations used for filming Game of Thrones®, such as Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, Ballintoy Harbour, Murlough Bay, Cushendun Caves and Downhill beach. The famous Royal Portrush Golf Course is a 20-minute drive away - excellent for those visitors to The 148th Open.

The owners enjoy meeting new people and will make every effort to ensure your stay is one to remember. There are 2 dogs living with the owners, however they are not allowed to roam free when there are guests staying.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please let us know if you need a cot and highchair
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Those sandy beach trips = lots of sand. Please rinse sandy items at the outside tap. We encourage you to remove shoes whilst in the cottage.
Price for 2 guests is based on sharing main bedroom. Please let us know if you need the 2nd bedroom. There may be an extra fee.
We have provided separate bins for recyclables, compostables and general rubbish. To prevent blockages, please only flush loo roll down toilets.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ballymoney

Located in Ballymoney, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Causeway Coast and Ballintoy Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden and Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre. Damhead Miniature Railway and Giant's Causeway and Bushmills Railway are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and rock climbing nearby.
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Stranocum, NIR

What's nearby

  • The Dark Hedges - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Dervock Riverside Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Antrim Coast and Glens - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Causeway Coast - 12 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden - 12 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Ballymoney Station - 15 min drive
  • Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pantry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Milk Parlour - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Scenic Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century.?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century. on 1 Jan 2027 start from AU$339, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Star Coachmans cottage. Built in the mid 18th Century. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from The Dark Hedges and within 6 miles (10 km) of Dervock Riverside Park and Gracehill Golf Club. Robinson Hospital and Ballymoney Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

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

Outstanding accommodations!

I could move here permanently. What a fantastic place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

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

Top notch stay

Quiet, comfortable, well equipped property, with unobtrusive owners, in an interesting and beautiful area.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

George P.

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

Lovely country stay

This was a great place to stay. We found it to be convenient to any number of places to go in Northern Ireland. It really clean, wonderful beds and bedrooms, with a spacious and well stocked kitchen. The host provided us with a number of amenities that made our stay delightful. Clear communications was also a standout. Overall we loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geordie H.

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

Great character and location to explore the Antrim Coast.

This 1850’s Coachman’s Cottage on the Stranocum Hall property was a wonderful mix of history and modern. The hosts have added a lot of wonderful extras to make your stay enjoyable! Great spot to have access to all aspects of the Antrim Coast. You are 20 mins from everything! We would highly recommend this property and the amazing hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cody O.

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

Wonderful stay

Everything was perfect from the very beginning. Loved every bit of the cottage and property. The hosts went out of their way to be helpful to us. Will stay here anytime I come back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

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

Loved the countryside

Very modern and quaint place in the Irish countryside. Host was very nice and accommodating. Nice and quiet, convenient to all attractions and towns. We love the hospitality of the Irish. The fridge and counter tops had some very nice essentials that you don’t get in other countries we visited. Beautiful area! I would book again in a minute.
View from the grounds
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey W.

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

Comfort plus!

We immediately felt at home! The hosts contacted us well in advance of our stay. They asked us for our preferences in regard to milk, coffee and other provisions. Location was convenient to many venues, but secluded enough to be a wonderful haven from hustle and bustle of city life. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Fantastic cottage and great location

The photos do not do the property justice, absolutely wonderful cottage and location. The hosts left a welcome pack of fruit, bread, milk, orange juice and biscuits which was very thoughtful. Easy to communicate with and had a wonderful stay. The location is 20 mins from the awesome Causeway Coast and we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer l.

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

Wonderful country home

We really enjoyed staying at the Coachmens Cottage. Beautiful, pleaceful place to stay. Everything was well thought out and immaculately clean. Great location for make trips to sites along the coast while avoiding coastal crowds. Homemade breakfast breads, fruits and cookies were a plus. Would love to visit again!! Homeowners were very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Beautiful cottage in Ballymoney

A perfect location for exploring all that Northern Ireland has to offer. The property was beyond what we expected and was equipped with everything we needed to make us feel at home and comfortable. Our host, Eileen, greeted us upon our arrival and made sure that the fridge and pantry were filled with all we needed for our breakfasts. A place to return to when we are again in Ireland.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

If I could give this VRBO a million stars I would

I cannot even put into words how warm and welcoming this VRBO felt. The guest house was beautifully crafted and put together. It didn’t seem like a cheap renovation at all. They put a lot of money and thought into the finishes of this home. Everything was so cozy and comfortable. I don’t think I’ve had a better experience staying at a VRBO.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Perfect Location in Antrim

We selected The Coachman's Cottage as our home away from home while we explored the attractions of County Antrim and we were not disappointed. The property is well located for visits to the usual attractions like the Causeway and Bushmills. It is also handy to the walking trails of the Glens of Antrim and especially The Dark Hedges! Everything was as promised in the detailed listing and accompanying photographs. We felt right at home during our stay. Thank you Eileen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Immaculate house in a beautiful setting

The word I would use as an overall for this property is amazing. Eileen was a brilliant host, she greeted us on our arrival and then left us to our holiday. Before arriving I did message her about certain things and she was very quick to respond. This was true when I messaged her whilst at the property with a question. The house is stunning, extremely well kept and clean. The in laws that stayed with us are clean freaks and they were over the moon. Eileen had stocked the shelves with the necessities such as coffee & tea plus bought us our milk of choice. The house is in a beautiful setting with lots of farm animals around. The journey up the long drive was a daily pleasure seeing the cows. I would definitely recommend staying here if you want to be near the north coast, so many great stops only up the road.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

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

Excellent property.

Top rate facilities and beautifully clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cliona M.

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

Fantastic cottage

Beautiful cottage in a great location for drives around the causeway coast! 20 mins from ballycastle/ portrush/ giants causeway & only a short drive to dark hedges! The property was immaculate & had everything you could need inside. Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

A really excellent stay

We chose this property for its location for exploring the Antrim area and because it stood out as a historic building presented to modern standards. The cottage was very impressive and the owners went to great efforts to make us and our young daughter comfortable during our stay. The cottage is both modern and comfortable, particularly with the wood burner running. It was the perfect stay for us, so we will certainly be recommending to friends and family, and hope to make a return visit some day.

About the host

Hosted by Eileen

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What makes this property unique

We loved the history of the place and all the stories attached to the Hall. The views over the surrounding countryside are glorious, including the fabulous Knocklayd and its different appearances, depending on the weather conditions. When we first saw the Coachman's Cottage in its derelict state, we resolved to restore it to turn it into a destination of its own. We are currently working on the Hall itself (the Coachman's Cottage and the Hall are our family home) to restore those original Georgian features.

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