If you’ve ever wanted to stay in an Irish barn with your friends, this spot in County Antrim has you covered.
When taking a trip with friends, it’s always fun to find somewhere to stay that has character, which will make your trip unique.
Ireland is known for its old farmhouses, cottages and similar heritage dwellings and architecture.
Ireland has become famous for its out of there ordinary listings, from treehouses to made-over aeroplanes and more. There’s even a potato you can stay in and plenty more strange accommodations on offer.
Barn for rent – a cosy barn in County Antrim
Here, in County Antrim, a barn is available for a party of four. The property is a renovated flat inside of a shed, nestled in a collection of cottages, which are also rentable.
The property itself is in the perfect location if you want to visit the Giant’s Causeway. You could hardly get any closer, a mere 1.1 km (0.7 miles) from the National Trust centre.
It would take guests staying in the barn less than 15 minutes to get to the famous Irish landmark.
This barn is located in Ballylinny Holiday Cottages, on Causeway Road, just outside Bushmills – where sites such as the local distillery can be found. This listing, in particular, is named Benandonner’s Barn Loft.
Benandonner’s Barn Loft – for you and three friends
It has two bedrooms, with one room featuring a double bed and the other with two singles.
The description reads, “Just minutes walking distance from Giant’s Causeway and offering stunning country views. Be prepared to feel at home and enjoy your time here.”
Benandonner’s Loft itself offers everything you and your friends might need while taking a trip together. For a barn loft, it is pretty well designed, and space is used effectively.
“The loft offers a fully-equipped, modern kitchen, complete with pots and pans, toaster, kettle, microwave, coffee maker, dishes and cutlery, and everything needed for the dishwasher.”
The description of the loft continues, “The dining table is next to the open kitchen plan and offers a scenic view of the countryside landscape.
“Extending off from the kitchen is the living room area with wooden-flooring, a gas fireplace, two leather sofas and a flat screen TV”.
Additionally, both bedrooms have an ensuite, and there is an extra bathroom outside of the bathrooms.
A cracking place for you and your friends – get that Irish farm feeling
One of the features which remind guests that they are in a barn is the semicircle ceiling. To enter the property, you must ascend a staircase attached externally to the barn, the aesthetics of which feel like a farm building.
The open-plan kitchen of the barn provides all of the equipment needed to cook up some great meals with your friends. With the living area attached, the party can socialise while dinner is whipped up.
The barn is split in half, with another loft residing in the second half; this one is called Finn’s Barn Loft. There is ample parking provided alongside the barn, with this area being shared with some of the other rental properties in the area.
Beautiful large windows allow light and the Causeway Coast scenery to flood into the barn loft for beautiful views from the kitchen and living area. This allows guests to take advantage of the prime location even when inside.
What’s nearby – attractions and landscapes aplenty
With the Giant’s Causeway a short distance away, there are also other incredible Irish attractions close at hand.
The Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and the Dark Hedges are both a short drive from the property. So, why not take a short trip to see the sights?
There are many restaurants, cafes and local shopping areas on offer in the local towns, including Bushmills and Portstewart.
There are also some incredible beaches close by in Portrush. Another attraction to visit is Dunluce Castle, which is also along the North Coast route.
With two lofts available, your chances of getting to stay in this barn are doubled. Prices are about £197 (€224) per night, so split between a party of four breaks it down to about £49.25 (€55.80) each.
If you get a chance to stay here, we hope you take advantage of the prime location and enjoy your barn stay! Find out more and book your stay here.
