Title: Squirrel Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=83133412&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Squirrel Cottage Adults-only cottage in Ballymena with free parking ## Photo gallery for Squirrel Cottage ![Outdoor spa tub - Squirrel Cottage (Ballymena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83140000/83133500/83133412/w1638h1238x0y405-3e3e9ffc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Cottage, Private Bathroom | Exterior - Squirrel Cottage (Ballymena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83140000/83133500/83133412/73cb069d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Cottage, Private Bathroom | Lounge - Squirrel Cottage (Ballymena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83140000/83133500/83133412/5fde9586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Cottage, Private Bathroom - Squirrel Cottage (Ballymena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83140000/83133500/83133412/bbbef3c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Squirrel Cottage (Ballymena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83140000/83133500/83133412/eef26304.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Squirrel Cottage provides amenities like a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Squirrel Cottage Adults-only cottage in Ballymena with free parking Along with a garden, this smoke-free cottage has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. The cottage offers a separate bedroom. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodations at this cottage feature separate bedrooms. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Steam room ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Free self parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Terrace ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Rafting nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Traditional Cottage, Private Bathroom | Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69310000/69301200/69301176/753061e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hawthorn Hollow Ballymena - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 8 reviews CA $246 CA $295 total includes taxes & fees Mar 9 - Mar 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=69301176&PinnedHotelID=69301176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119490000/119482900/119482852/a0644338.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning views from the private hot tub Kilkeel - Hot tub - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave CA $352 CA $399 total includes taxes & fees Feb 9 - Feb 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=119482852&PinnedHotelID=119482852&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106660000/106657300/106657261/6c86829a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury apartment in the heart of the village. 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Antrim Coast and Glens and Causeway Coast reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden and Damhead Miniature Railway. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. [Visit our Ballymena travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballymena.dx5626) [View more Cottages in Ballymena](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballymena-Cottages.d5626-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C55.02623%2C-6.42910&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qfhJdn2oI4JNdWL-OL2F7GP6K-4=) 186 Garryduff Road, Ballymena, Northern Ireland, BT44 9DD ### What's nearby - Carnany Park 7 min drive \- 8.2 km - Riverside Park 8 min drive \- 8.8 km - Ballymoney Library 9 min drive \- 8.9 km - Joey Dunlop Memorial Garden 11 min drive \- 9.5 km - Castlecroft Square 11 min drive \- 9.5 km ### Getting around - Ballymoney Station 13 min drive - Belfast International Airport (BFS) 43 min drive ### Restaurants - Logans 10 min drive - Milk Parlour 9 min drive - The Scenic Inn 14 min drive - Subway 9 min drive - Subway 15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Squirrel Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Squirrel Cottage? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Squirrel Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Squirrel Cottage? ### Where is Squirrel Cottage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Squirrel Cottage Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katelyn Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication By far the best place we have stayed while in Northern Ireland. Serene, beautiful, and just lovely. ##### Katelyn Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren Feb 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Absolutely beautiful place to stay and very relaxing with great privacy! Very cosy wee home with how cold it was outside ##### Lauren Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron Aug 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Beautiful cottage Myself and my wife loved this place. So relaxing, great views out the back. Beautifully decorated inside and hot tub was very relaxing. ##### Aaron Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication My boyfriend booked this stay for my surprise birthday getaway and it was beautiful. We loved the cultural and historical significance of the cottage and the decor was stunning. We loved the hot tub out the back, it was private and peaceful. The hosts were very helpful and the parking was so handy. We ordered an Indian Takeout and it didn't take long to arrive at all. We hadn't even finished our stay and were already talking about coming back. Its such a perfect getaway to be in nature. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5cd25fb1-cf57-4bba-8d70-ab67968995d5-1759069486874.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3feffcfd-0b81-46c8-a91a-1f1d89df5129-1759069487849.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/15cc2e61-01ee-45ae-b1db-1fcd22170a96-1759069539319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Amy Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jayme Oct 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful place. Hot tub was a perfect touch. Beautifully decorated ##### Jayme Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Hidden Gem Beautiful cottage, very private. Hot tub was great, and the bathroom had the real wow factor. Kitchen was well equipped and rooms were huge. Will definitely return ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kurtis Mar 20, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Don’t go Property doesn’t want to take any responsibility for covid I would stay away as I’m sure there would be people the would go ahead and stay if they had it, I contacted them 2 days before and no response plus hotels.com could get in contact with them either. I wanted to stay away a I tested positive. ##### Kurtis Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee May 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### Lee Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### darren Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### darren Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike Jul 11, 2024 ##### Mike Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen Mar 13, 2024 ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher Feb 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### Christopher Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Stone Court House](https://www.expedia.ca/Maidstone-Hotels-Stone-Court-House.h78591680.Hotel-Information) > > [Stay Lagom Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballycastle-Hotels-Stay-Lagom.h94940557.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ballymac Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Lisburn-Hotels-The-Ballymac-Hotel.h30947428.Hotel-Information) > > [YotelAIR London Gatwick ](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Yotel-Air-London-Gatwick.h18969729.Hotel-Information) > > [Newmarket Boutique Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Newmarket-Hotels-Newmarket-Boutique-Apartments.h3522773.Hotel-Information) > > [Blessingbourne Country Estate](https://www.expedia.ca/Fivemiletown-Hotels-Blessingbourne-Country-Estate.h19433009.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [Balmoral Arms](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Hotels-The-Deeside-Inn.h1422395.Hotel-Information) > > [Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Low-Wood-Bay.h5243.Hotel-Information) > > [The White Hart Royal Hotel, Moreton-in-Marsh](https://www.expedia.ca/Moreton-In-Marsh-Hotels-White-Hart-Royal-Hotel.h3848404.Hotel-Information) > > [The Manor House](https://www.expedia.ca/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Manor-House.h44509462.Hotel-Information) > > [The Old Bakery Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kenilworth-Hotels-The-Old-Bakery-Hotel.h44087031.Hotel-Information) > > [Antique House B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Portrush-Hotels-Antique-House-BB.h23662368.Hotel-Information) > > [The Millcroft Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Gairloch-Hotels-Millcroft-Hotel.h35254076.Hotel-Information) > > [Banff Springs Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-Hotels-Banff-Springs-Hotel.h30674289.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel St Ives](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Ives-Hotels-St-Ives-Harbour-Hotel.h175599.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pearl Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-The-Pearl-Hotel.h6335144.Hotel-Information) > > [Spacious 3-bed House in Brighton With Parking](https://www.expedia.ca/Brighton-Hotels-Stunning-3-Bed-House-In-Brighton.h102317245.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Highland Gate, Stirling by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.ca/Stirling-Hotels-Highland-Gate-By-Marstons-Inns.h33761820.Hotel-Information) > > [Slieve Donard](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Hotels-Slieve-Donard-Resort-And-Spa.h890512.Hotel-Information) > > [Halifax House Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Halifax-House-Apartments.h37986109.Hotel-Information) > > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Canal Court Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Newry-Hotels-Canal-Court-Hotel.h2891083.Hotel-Information) > > [Princetown Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Bangor-Hotels-Princetown-Guesthouse.h36166571.Hotel-Information) > > [The George](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-George-Hotel.h45140643.Hotel-Information) > > [Pier 36](https://www.expedia.ca/Donaghadee-Hotels-Pier-36.h23958101.Hotel-Information) > > [Tides Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Pevensey-Hotels-Tides-Cottage.h42241061.Hotel-Information)