The idyllic village of Ballintoy looks out over some of the most awe-inspiring scenery on the North Antrim Coast. Dominated by a striking bright white parish church, the village lies in the shelter of a hill, and its harbour, some way below, is reached by a narrow road presenting a succession of hairpin bends. Of great interest on this road is a house called "Bendhu". Built completely by hand by one man over 17 years, this astonishingly shaped home was featured on the BBC's "Coast" series. Ballintoy's small limestone harbour, cliffs, caves and beach are beloved of local artists who can often be seen at easels, hoping to capture the magnificence of the Atlantic waves as they rush around Rathlin Island, Sheep Island and the smaller islets that rise from the sea in dark basalt formations. From here, there's a 10,000-year-old coastal walk to the golden strands of Whitepark Bay in the west, past ancient rocky arches and outcrops. An eastward stroll leads to Carrick-a-Rede and its swaying fisherman's rope bridge, open to anyone brave enough to teeter across it, 80 feet above the sea. Ballintoy is also close to the major attractions of the Giant's Causeway and Bushmills.
Attraction
Pub and Bar
Restaurant
Carrick-A-Rede
Rope Bridge Restaurant
Places to Stay near Ballintoy
The Ugadale Cottages (28.80 miles)
Craigard House Hotel (32.79 miles)
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Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant (36.11 miles)
A destination for all seasons
Situated adjacent to Bowmore harbour, our small family run hotel offers superb accommodation, high quality award winning food and excellent service. As a base for touring Islay, described by the Lord ... More | visit website
Gigha Hotel (39.19 miles)
Ballygrant Inn & Restaurant (40.77 miles)
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Dunvalanree Hotel (42.37 miles)
Ashbank Hotel (42.46 miles)
This family run hotel is in an ideal location being just a short walk from the mile long sandy beach and working harbour. We are situated in the heart of ... More
BW Kinloch Hotel (44.14 miles)
Unrivalled scenery & spectacular views, the Best Western Kinloch on the beautiful west coast of Arran, offers a warm Scottish welcome in relaxed & quiet comfort. Family owned & run for over 50 years, we ... More | visit website
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel (50.70 miles)
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel invests the charm and romance of an 1815 functioning lighthouse with the comforts of a small, very unique, luxury hotel and restaurant.
The Lighthouse is a listed 'A' building of major national importance. ... More | visit website
Viewbank Guest House (52.18 miles)
Viewbank House is a former 19th century farmhouse that has been tastefully convered and extended into a long established and traditional family run guest house, whilst still retaining all its ... More
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