Title: Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families Family-friendly vacation home in Ballycastle ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33579700/33579657/a4d62ee6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33579700/33579657/ae4db17a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33579700/33579657/e8274287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33579700/33579657/2023f367.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33579700/33579657/36e187a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families and take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families Set in an idyllic location approximately 2.5 miles for the seaside town of Ballycastle and 10miles from the world famous gaints causeway, Forestsidehouse and Cottage offers the perfect base for exploring all of the attractions of the North Antrim and causeway coasts. The House and Cottage share ample off-road parking, private gardens, play area for children, clean and comfortable accommodation. Nearby activities include: horse riding; golf; sailing; secluded forest walks and many more. Things to note: Electricity and heating is metered at local rates, payable in cash on departure - this is to keep costs low so as not to include a blanket price to all guests (for example those who spend their holiday sightseeing with little time in the house). Pets are welcome and are charged at £10pn per pet. To lessen our carbon footprint we encourage guests to bring their own towels. We can provide towels for a small fee as part of our laundry contract. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the bay ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99200000/99196400/99196349/651e6b7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Traditional 5 bedroom house overlooking Cushendun bay. 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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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Ballycastle, this vacation home is in a rural area. Rathlin Island Ferry and Ballintoy Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Giant's Causeway and Antrim Coast and Glens. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby. [Visit our Ballycastle travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballycastle.dx182705) [View more Vacation homes in Ballycastle](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballycastle-Private-Vacation-Homes.d182705-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C55.20250%2C-6.30666&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KI1mUwstc1CPX5Q4dFdk6Lli_sE=) Ballycastle, NIR ### What's nearby - Ballycastle Beach - 7 min drive - 6.3 km - Ballintoy Harbour - 7 min drive - 9.4 km - Kinbane Castle - 10 min drive - 8.4 km - Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge - 16 min drive - 11.8 km - Carrick-a-Rede - 16 min drive - 11.8 km ### Getting around - Ballymoney Station - 24 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Pantry - ‬11 min drive - ‪Marconi's - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Weighbridge Tea Room & Gift Shop - ‬7 min drive - ‪Shorebird Coffee Hut - ‬5 min drive - ‪Morton’s Fish & Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Forestside House - spacious house perfect for groups and families located? > This family-friendly Ballycastle vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Antrim Coast and Glens, Ballycastle Museum and Causeway Coast. Ballycastle Beach and Whitepark Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question