[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stunning Georgian country retreat with countryside views of the Braid Valley Vacation home in Ballymena with fireplace ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120270000/120262300/120262276/eed6ee1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120270000/120262300/120262276/2ae28497.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120270000/120262300/120262276/6a3505df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120270000/120262300/120262276/749f9538.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120270000/120262300/120262276/430b719d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Stunning Georgian country retreat with countryside views of the Braid Valley provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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. ### Stunning Georgian country retreat with countryside views of the Braid Valley Welcome to Rowantree House! A 5 bedroom country residence with stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the famous Slemish mountain! Can sleep 12, so a perfect retreat for that family holiday or get together or a friends getaway! Wake up after peaceful nights sleep, and a quick dip in the hot tub to get ready for the country adventures the Braid valley can offer. Ten minutes from the Ballymena golf club, also ten minutes from the beach and the north coast, Rowntree house is the perfect location to the perfect break! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Ballymena, this vacation home is in a rural area. ECOS Environmental Centre and McIlwaine Fine Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Glenarm Castle and Sentry Hill Historic House. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking. 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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](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballymena-Hotels-Stunning-Georgian-Country-Retreat-With-Countryside-Views-Of-The-Braid-Valley.h120262276.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Stunning Georgian country retreat with countryside views of the Braid Valley? > Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stunning Georgian country retreat with countryside views of the Braid Valley? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Stunning Georgian country retreat with countryside views of the Braid Valley located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Cranny Falls and within 6 mi (10 km) of Slemish Mountain and Antrim Coast and Glens. Glenarm Town Hall and Glenarm Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? 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