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Alken Cabin

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Bushmills, County Antrim, County Antrim Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 5 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

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31 Customer Reviews

  • "Alken Cabin is in a perfect location for visiting the Causeway Coast with sites of interest such as the Giants Causeway within less than 15 minutes drive."

    The cottage was clean, the bed was comfortable and the views were wonderful. We were lucky enough to have excellent weather, so even in early October we had breakfast and evening meal on the decking enjoying the peace and the views. On the rare occasion that we switched the heating on, the cabin warmed up very quickly. Our only constructive feedback is that a potato masher would be useful, and a deeper fitted sheet on the bed, but besides those two very minor points, it was absolutely perfect and we highly recommend.

    Reviewed by David5.0Sep 2024

  • "Great cabin in a beautiful area."

    Owner was a great help in sorting the flowers which were delivered for my wife’s birthday before we got there. Lovely peaceful holiday

    Reviewed by John5.0Sep 2024

  • "We Hand a great stay in this great and nice Cottage!"

    There are many Points of Interest in the near!

    Reviewed by Manuel5.0Aug 2024

  • "This place is fantastic!"

    The perfect place to relax after a day exploring the most beautiful coastline. Have the seating on the porch was perfect, I think we only went inside to sleep and shower! Would be happy to spend longer here for sure.

    Reviewed by Sara5.0Jul 2024

  • "This cabin is lovely, perfect for a short stay, ideal location for the North Coast attractions."

    The extra touches make all the difference. The seats on the veranda were a lovely addition. Views over the countryside are peaceful. Kitchen is equipped enough for light cooking. Everything we needed. Easy to find and plenty of space for parking beside the cabin. Beautiful gardens. Would love to stay again if/when we visit that area.

    Reviewed by Annemarie4.4Jul 2024

  • "The cabin is beautiful and spotlessly clean."

    My only concern was that the mattress in the master bedroom is pretty worn out.

    Reviewed by Jackie4.7Jun 2024

  • "Very clean and comfortable everything you could need."

    If you like peace and quiet and close to Giants Causeway and various other attractions this is the place for you.

    Reviewed by Jacqueline4.7May 2024

  • "The cabin was ideally situated for our visit to the area."

    The place itself was a real home from home. We were able to do and visit all the places that were on our list. All in all a great holiday.

    Reviewed by Graham5.0May 2024

  • "Beautiful cabin clean well maintained."

    nice and quiet.

    Reviewed by John5.0May 2024

  • "What a fabulous cabin"

    Reviewed by Andrea5.0Apr 2024

  • "Our first visit to Northern Ireland and what a wonderful week we had!"

    The cabin was in a perfect location for all of our adventures along the north coast and further afield. It was cosy and relaxed,well positioned in a lovely garden and driveway that was safe for our children to play in. We found it had ample room for us as a family of 4 and amenities well thought through including dads and magazines for children, adult fiction books and leaflets/books of local areas, plenty hooks for coats, bags, towels etc, hangers, hair dryer, extra blankets. Could perhaps do with an updated full dinner set (there was only 1 side plate for example, and mis match of cups and mugs) Mostly very clean eg floors kitchen bathroom surfaces, but could do with a deeper clean behind and under furniture. Overall thoroughly enjoyed our stay and very pleased with our choice of accommodation.

    Reviewed by Daryl4.7Feb 2024

  • "Lovely place and very well situated for the causeway coast, the beds were very comfortable and the views stunning!"

    like others have said not much room for more than 3 to eat at the table but this wasn’t a huge problem for us. The only negative was that there weren’t enough glasses and side plates for everyone to have at a meal time but this wasn’t huge and could easily be rectified. All in all a fabulous week and we would definately return.

    Reviewed by Ann4.4Feb 2024

  • "The cabin is great and the views from the veranda are amazing it’s a shame you can’t see them from the cabin except when washing up."

    The kitchen is well equipped for 1/2 people but you might struggle with 3/4 due to lack of large pans. There is no microwave which was a pain for me no easy meals after getting back late. The shower was great but I found the main bedroom very darks and the mattress uncomfortable (soft and lumpy). The lounge was a good size but I’m not sure 4 could eat easily around the table. Wi-Fi and TV very good but the sofa seats were hard and uncomfortable and you could feel the wood base in areas. Would I stay here again no because of the bed, sofa and microwave but the site is lovely and well kept and in a great location so I would try the caravan next time as it has a microwave.

    Reviewed by L J3.8Sep 2023

  • "We had a glorious week staying in Alken Cabin, so well placed for exploring the beautiful Causeway Coast of Co Antrim."

    The Cabin is very comfortable with excellent WiFi and cosy beds, and a lovely patio out the front where you can eat, relax and enjoy the sunsets. The kitchen facilities were adequate, although be aware there is no microwave or washing machine. Bushmills is less than a ten-minute drive away and has several 7/11 style shops where you can buy anything you’d need for catering.

    Reviewed by Jonathan4.7Aug 2023

  • "We enjoyed our stay very much!"

    The cabin , the site and the landscape were just perfect!

    Reviewed by Anita5.0Jul 2023

  • "The cabin is in a beautiful and quiet setting."

    It was clean, cosy and well maintained and equipped. It’s close to everything you need for a stay at the north coast. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend the cabin.

    Reviewed by Wendy5.0May 2023

  • "A lovely base for our week in Northern Ireland with everything we needed - a well equipped kitchen, spacious shower and lovely comfy bed."

    Liked the way the heating worked with a choice of 3 boosts for half an hour, an hour or 2 hours. Perfect for when we got in after a day of walking in the rain

    Reviewed by Alyson5.0Sep 2022

  • "A fabulous location - central to the Causeway, rope bridge and beautiful beaches."

    So peaceful with beautiful views. The cabin was just perfect, clean, well equipped and beautifully presented. The children loved playing in the garden and the bunk bed was a huge hit. Will definitely return next summer.

    Reviewed by Angela5.0Aug 2022

  • "Great property, big garden that the kids loved."

    Perfect starting point for trips to the sights and Portrush amusements.

    Reviewed by Daniel4.1Jul 2022

  • "Great property in a quiet rural location, fantastic view of the coast from the living room."

    Easy access to the Causeway Coast attractions. We had an excellent holiday on our first trip to Northern Island, we will be returning.

    Reviewed by David5.0Apr 2022

  • "A superb holiday location."

    Excellent, clean accommodation with lovely outside space. Well equipped with everything we needed. The only slight issues were that it was a bit cold on the first night and there were no additional blankets and the top bunk mattress wasn't very comfortable. However we had a superb time and will be recommending Alken Cabin to friends.

    Reviewed by Heather4.7Apr 2022

  • "Very happy with the holiday cottage ."

    Easy to get to places all with in a hour or so if not less

    Reviewed by Douglas5.0Oct 2021

  • "Fantastic holiday, the cabin was perfect, very cosy & peaceful"

    Reviewed by Sally5.0Sep 2021

  • "Lovely cabin and peaceful Lovely village's nearby lot's of place's to see."

    Reviewed by Adele5.0Sep 2021

  • "Brilliant location."

    8 mins from Bushmills and about 24mins from Coleraine. Peaceful and quiet and very clean. Myself and 2 children enjoyed our weeks stay. If I had to be picky I would've liked a washing machine but I still give the cabin 10/10 and I'd stay again

    Reviewed by Emma5.0Jul 2021

  • "Was a really good place to stay, the location was perfect for touring around the north coast."

    The cabin was clean, warm and comfortable.

    Reviewed by Gareth4.7Jun 2021

  • "The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable break."

    The cabin is well located for touring the Antrim coast and the view is wonderful

    Reviewed by Beverley4.7Sep 2020

  • "Had a lovely time."

    So close to the beach too!

    Reviewed by Erin5.0Sep 2020

  • "The cabin was well equipped and very clean but the double bed in main bedroom was creaky and very uncomfortable and we had to use the beds in the children’s room."

    Reviewed by Paul3.4Sep 2020

  • "Lovely cabin was great for my family, little girl delighted by toys and dvds was perfect family break."

    Reviewed by Nicola5.0Aug 2020

  • "Alken cabin was fantastic."

    I cannot think of a single negative point. Very clean on arrival, great attention to detail in the cabin and Alaistair and Elaine very friendly and helpful. We will certainly book again.

    Reviewed by Ian5.0Jul 2019

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Summary

  • All ground-floor
  • Two bedrooms; 1 x family bedroom with a double bed and a single over, 1 x double
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living room with sitting area, dining area and kitchen area
  • Oven, hob, fridge, selection of books, games and DVDs, TV and WiFi
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking
  • Patio area with seating and a BBQ area
  • Sorry, no smoking or pets allowed
  • Pub within 2.5 miles and shop within 4.5 miles

The property

Tucked away within the majestic setting of County Antrim, is this detached lodge, Alken Cabin.

Ideally positioned, this delightful base comes within striking distance of the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, sandy beaches and endearing waterfalls, perfect for an adventurous family holiday.

It comes with two wonderfully presented bedrooms, comprising of a double bedroom and a triple bunk bedroom, each offering a tranquil spot to wake up to each morning.

Look forward to spending sociable evenings within the open-plan living room where you will be delighted by the necessities that await your arrival.

In here, you will be able to prepare a home-cooked meal within the kitchen area before the family settle down within the dining area to tuck into a delicious meal.

Curl up with your loved ones on the plush L-shaped sofa, where you can catch up on your favourite TV shows or host a competitive games night before retiring of an evening.

Spend a moment or two in the garden area, where you can enjoy the superb views whilst you enjoy your morning coffee, or rustle up some summer treats on the BBQ during the warmer evenings.

If you can tear yourself away from this superb dwelling, venture to the village of Bushmills and enjoy an afternoon at the Old Bushmills Distillery, where you can sample a fine selection of whiskeys.

Alternatively, explore its wealth of amenities including quaint coffee shops and independent gift shops.

Within a short drive you will find one of the most recognisable World Heritage Sites, The Giant’s Causeway, which was made by millions of years of volcanic and geologic activity.

Also nearby is the National-Trust-owned Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, where you will be in awe with the spectacular views that await you as you cross.

Alken Cabin is a wonderful base for exploring Northern Ireland further.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

About the location

BUSHMILLS, COUNTY ANTRIM

Giant's Causeway 2.8 miles; Portrush 5.9 miles; Ballycastle 6 miles.

Bushmills is a village on the north coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It is located 60 miles from Belfast and 11 miles from Ballycastle. The village owes its name to the River Bush and to a large watermill that was built there in the early 17th century. The village is best known as the location of the Old Bushmills Distillery which produces many varieties of whisky. Bushmills has a wide choice of eateries from coffee shops and licensed restaurants with several gift shops, galleries and varied retail outlets. The village is ideally placed on a crossing point for the river Bush and located on the designated Causeway Coastal Route. The town of Ballycastle is home to a golf course, a Blue Flag beach and a range of local shops and eateries for you to try out. Whatever you decide to do Bushmills is a great place to explore the best that Northern Ireland has to offer.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas