Unique Places to Stay in Northern Ireland –
Stay Somewhere Extraordinary

Miniature castles, clifftop lighthouses and historic lodges, from the Causeway Coast to the Fermanagh lakelands.

Historic Self-Catering in Northern Ireland

Irish Landmark Trust is an all-island heritage charity.

In 2026, Irish Landmark Trust are marking 30 years of saving heritage properties in Northern Ireland.

Irish Landmark was founded in Dublin in 1992, and in 1996 we established our Northern Ireland company and charity. We have been an all-island organisation ever since, and today we look after 10 properties across seven sites in Northern Ireland, forming part of a wider portfolio of 31 properties across the island.

Why choose an Irish Landmark Trust stay in Northern Ireland?

Great low-season rates, from September to May.
Last-minute discounts and special offers.
Wide choice of scenery: remote and coastal, or romantic and rural.
Dive headfirst into world-class culture, music, and craic.
Amazing food and drink scene.
Nearby to heritage, history, and NI’s top attractions: itineraries to help you plan.
Priced in GBP, handy payments for UK guests.
As Seen on TV: Game of Thrones, Derry Girls, and many more were shot here in NI! Trace their steps through the scene-stealing real-life backdrops.

The Causeway Coast on Your Doorstep

Some of the most famous coastline in the world, minutes from your door.

Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede and Dunseverick Castle
Rathlin Island and Ballycastle beach
Coastal walks and scenic drives along the Causeway Coastal Route

Castles, Gatelodges and Lighthouses

These are not ordinary holiday lets. They are pieces of Northern Ireland’s history.

A miniature medieval castle in Glenarm
Lightkeepers’ houses in Antrim and Down
Historic estate lodges and a conserved corn mill

Easy to Reach from Great Britain

Closer than you might think for a short break.

Ferry ports at Belfast and Larne
Flights into Belfast City and Belfast International airports
Pay in pounds sterling

From the Mournes to the Lakelands

More than the coast, with every kind of landscape to explore.

The Mourne Mountains and Strangford Lough in County Down
Fermanagh’s lakes and waterways
The Glens of Antrim and the Antrim Coast Road

A note on currency and booking

All Northern Ireland properties are priced and paid in pounds sterling (GBP). Properties in the Republic of Ireland are paid in euro. Both can be booked through the same website.

Our Favourite Northern Ireland Stay: Blackhead Lightkeeper’s Houses

High on the cliffs at the mouth of Belfast Lough, the Blackhead Lightkeeper’s Houses offer one of the most dramatic settings in our collection. Three conserved homes sit beside the lighthouse, reached along the famous Blackhead Path, with sweeping views across the water to Scotland on a clear day.

Clifftop setting at the mouth of Belfast Lough
Three homes on one site, perfect for couples, families or groups
The Blackhead Path cliff walk from the door
Close to Whitehead and Carrickfergus Castle
A short drive from Belfast and Larne ferry ports

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Self-Catering Holiday Homes in Northern Ireland

Discover our self-catering holiday homes across Northern Ireland. From the Causeway Coast to County Down and Fermanagh, each one offers a unique place to stay and a gateway to some of the island’s most spectacular scenery. Love the coast? See all our lighthouse stays, or browse our romantic getaways for a break for two.

Newry, Mourne and Down

Aerial view of the black and yellow lighthouse at Saint John's Point Ketch on a rocky shore beside the sea

Double bedroom at Saint John's Point Ketch with a blue floral bedspread, panelled door and white chest of drawers

Lighthouse at Saint John's Point Ketch lit at dusk, with lights on in the cottages and mountains across the bay

Two houses side by side

St John’s Point Lighthouse (Ketch & Sloop)

Co. Down · Views to the Mournes

Beside a striking black-and-yellow banded lighthouse near Killough, looking across Dundrum Bay to the Mourne Mountains. A peaceful base for exploring County Down.

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Mid and East Antrim

Barbican Gatelodge, a crenellated stone tower with a green arched door, approached by a walled bridge among bare trees

Bedroom at Barbican Gatelodge with a wrought-iron bed under a pointed vaulted ceiling between two narrow windows

Rooftop terrace

Barbican Gatelodge

from £331 / 2 nts

Co. Antrim · Glens of Antrim

A miniature medieval castle for two in the village of Glenarm, with a rooftop terrace and the River Glen flowing beneath. As romantic as it gets.

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Aerial view of Blackhead Lighthouse on a green headland above rocky shore, with fields and a town along the coast

Double bedroom at Blackhead Lightkeeper's House 1 with a timber bed, patterned rug and window to green fields

Aerial view of Blackhead Lighthouse lit at dusk beside the keepers' houses on the clifftop above the sea

Three houses on one site

Blackhead Lightkeeper’s Houses (House 1, House 2 & Cutter)

Co. Antrim · Belfast Lough

Clifftop homes beside the lighthouse at the mouth of Belfast Lough, close to Whitehead. Ideal for a short break from Belfast or a longer stay with the whole family.

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Causeway Coast and Glens

Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill: stone building with a red front door, slate roof and an old millstone in the gravel yard

Bedroom at Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill with pine-panelled ceiling, red reading lamps and a blue toile bedspread

Village centre

Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill

from £363 / 2 nts

Co. Antrim · Causeway Coast

A conserved 19th-century corn mill in the heart of Bushmills, beside the River Bush. Walk to the village and drive minutes to the Giant’s Causeway.

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Drum Gatelodge, a round rendered tower with Gothic arched windows joined by a glazed link to a gabled wing, among shrubs

Double bedroom at Drum Gatelodge with green cushions, folded towels and a Gothic arched window

2 dogs allowed

Drum Gatelodge

from £346 / 2 nts

Co. Antrim · Estate

A two-storey gatelodge at the edge of Ballylough Estate, just outside Bushmills. Woodland walks, a peat-burning stove and the Causeway Coast close by.

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Back of Magherintemple Lodge with stone walls, a stepped gable, green garden doors and a picnic bench on the lawn

Magherintemple Lodge: stone gate lodge with a tall chimney and green front door behind ornate iron gates

2 dogs allowed

Magherintemple Lodge

from £380 / 2 nts

Co. Antrim · Coastal

A historic lodge surrounded by woodland near Ballycastle, with easy access to Ballycastle beach, Rathlin Island and the North Antrim coast.

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Fermanagh Lakelands

Triumphal Arch Lodge, a cream gate lodge with a green door, beside a stone triumphal arch and drive

Double bed with a brass and iron frame and a quilted throw at Triumphal Arch Lodge, below a garden window

1 dog allowed

Triumphal Arch Lodge

from £386 / 2 nts

Co. Fermanagh · Extra-long roll-top bath

Set beside a grand historic archway at Colebrooke, surrounded by mature trees and parkland. Explore the Fermanagh lakelands, then unwind in the roll-top bath.

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Northern Ireland Stays: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irish Landmark Trust the same as the Landmark Trust?

No. Irish Landmark Trust is an independent charity that conserves historic buildings across the whole island of Ireland, including Northern Ireland. The Landmark Trust is a separate charity based in Britain. If you have enjoyed a Landmark Trust stay, you will feel right at home with us.

What currency do I pay in?

Northern Ireland properties are paid in pounds sterling (GBP). Properties in the Republic of Ireland are paid in euro.

How do I get to Northern Ireland from Great Britain?

Regular ferries sail to Belfast and Larne, and there are flights into Belfast City and Belfast International airports. Many of our properties are within an hour’s drive of these ports.

Which properties are closest to the Giant’s Causeway?

Kiln Wing and Drum Gatelodge, both in and around Bushmills, are the closest. Magherintemple Lodge near Ballycastle is also a short drive away.

Can I combine a Northern Ireland stay with a trip south?

Absolutely. Many guests split their holiday between Northern Ireland and our properties in the Republic of Ireland. One-night stays are not available, so allow at least two nights at each property.

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Give a Stay in Northern Ireland

A stay in a miniature castle or a clifftop lighthouse makes a gift to remember. Our gift vouchers can be used at any Irish Landmark property, and every one supports our conservation work.

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