Located in Broughshane, County Antrim in Northern Ireland, Carncairn West Wing is a lovely spacious private wing attached to a Georgian family home set in mature gardens, ideal for a rural getaway. Awarded 4 stars by TourismNI, this accommodation is perfect for a single person or couple, featuring a kitchen/dining area downstairs and a living room, double bedroom, and bathroom upstairs, with smart TVs and good WiFi. Guests have exclusive use of the side lawn and are welcome to wander around the gardens, with plenty of parking available in the courtyard outside the house. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for activities such as climbing the local mountain Slemish, fishing on the river, walking, or cycling.
In addition to Carncairn West Wing, there is also Carncairn Grange, a separate house suitable for 7 guests, located about 200m from the main house. The Grange features 4 bedrooms (a twin, two doubles, and a single), a large kitchen, three hallways, a living room, and a conservatory, as well as a garage and wood/barbecue store. Pets and children are welcome at The Grange, which offers ample space both inside and outside, surrounded by gardens and mature woodlands. Both properties are set in a beautiful landscape, ideal for a rural getaway, with nearby attractions such as the Glens, the famous Coast Road, Glenarm Castle, and Belfast's Titanic Museum or Portrush's Golf and the Giants Causeway, all within a 40-minute drive.
Broughshane, a pretty town only half a mile away, offers coffee shops, grocers, and other amenities. Guests can enjoy a scenic drive along the Antrim Coast and Glens, explore Slemish Mountain where St. Patrick tended sheep, or engage in water adventures like windsurfing and fishing. Whether seeking a gastronomic escape with an AGA in the kitchen at The Grange or simply relaxing in the beautiful surroundings, both Carncairn properties provide a peaceful and picturesque setting for a memorable vacation in Northern Ireland.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!