Rusty Barn, Castlerock | Barn Conversion Holiday in CASTLEROCK

About Rusty Barn

Rusty Barn is a converted stone barn in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. This traditional farm building features exposed timber beams and original stonework throughout. The barn sits in open countryside with views across fields and farmland.

The setting is peaceful and rural. Rolling fields surround the property. You can see the Antrim hills in the distance. The barn stands on a working farm with livestock nearby.

Inside you'll find two bedrooms sleeping four guests. There's one double and one twin room. The bathroom has a shower. The living space is open plan with a kitchen and dining area. A wood-burning stove sits in the lounge.

The Giant's Causeway is 15 miles away (25 minutes). Bushmills Distillery sits 12 miles away (20 minutes). Dunluce Castle is 14 miles away (23 minutes). Portrush beach and town centre are 10 miles away (18 minutes).

Rusty Barn works well for couples or small families wanting a quiet countryside retreat. The authentic barn character and coastal location make it special.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Electric central heating
✓Microwave with hob, fridge, toaster, kettle, air fryer
✓Tv, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen included in rent
✓Towels can be provided on request
✓Travel cot available
✓Public car park
✓Non-enclosed front garden patio with bench
✓One well-behaved pet welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.1 miles, lake 1 mile
✓Note: for the week of the open golf championship, this property has a minimum stay of 7 nights
✓Note: entertainment and catering facilities are available on-site at weekends
✓Note: the property is located on a working farm, so there may be some animal noise
✓Note: this property requires a good housekeeping bond of £200

Rusty Barn Prices

Lowest 7 nights

£285

03 Oct 2026

Average 7 nights

£405

£58/night avg

Annual Pricing Heat Map

Each cell = one 7-night stay starting that Saturday — hover for price

Nights

Jul

Sat
11th£420 Sat
18th£488 Sat
25th£467

Aug

Sat
1st£514 Sat
8th£502 Sat
15th£461 Sat
22nd£458 Sat
29th£417

Sep

Sat
5th£332 Sat
12th£314 Sat
19th£294 Sat
26th£294

Oct

Sat
3rd£285 Sat
10th£295 Sat
17th£314 Sat
24th£359 Sat
31st£330

Nov

Sat
7th£319 Sat
14th£319 Sat
21st£319 Sat
28th£319

Dec

Sat
5th£319 Sat
12th£330 Sat
19th£398 Sat
26th£398

Jan

Sat
2nd£385 Sat
9th£319 Sat
16th£319 Sat
23rd£317 Sat
30th£319

Feb

Sat
6th£305 Sat
13th£368 Sat
20th£335 Sat
27th£310

Mar

Sat
6th£310 Sat
13th£419 Sat
20th£321 Sat
27th£429

Apr

Sat
3rd£413 Sat
10th£300 Sat
17th£300 Sat
24th£308

May

Sat
1st£313 Sat
8th£313 Sat
15th£332 Sat
22nd£380 Sat
29th£466

Jun

Sat
5th£377 Sat
12th£411 Sat
19th£373 Sat
26th£410

Jul

Sat
3rd£538

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Next Available 7 Night Breaks

03 Oct 2026 £285 7 nights · £41/night 19 Sep 2026 £294 7 nights · £42/night 20 Sep 2026 £294 7 nights · £42/night 21 Sep 2026 £294 7 nights · £42/night

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Rusty Barn

Original Stone Walls

The authentic stonework and traditional barn structure create a genuine farm building atmosphere with real character throughout the accommodation.

Wood-Burning Stove

The cosy stove in the lounge provides warmth and atmosphere on cooler evenings in this rural County Antrim setting.

Exposed Timber Beams

Original wooden beams overhead showcase the barn's agricultural heritage and add rustic character to the living spaces.

Working Farm Setting

The authentic farm location with livestock and open fields gives guests a real taste of rural Northern Ireland life.

Coastal Access

Easy reach of the Causeway Coast with beaches and clifftop walks makes this perfect for exploring Northern Ireland's shoreline.

Open Plan Living

The spacious kitchen and lounge area works brilliantly for family time together in this converted agricultural building.

Getting To Rusty Barn

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Rusty Barn by car, take the A2 coastal road or the A26 through Ballymoney. The barn is located on a working farm accessed via rural lanes in County Antrim. Parking is available on site.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Coleraine, approximately 8 miles away. From there, a taxi will take you through the countryside to the barn conversion.

On-site parking available

Coleraine station (8 miles)

Accessible from A2 and A26

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Giant's Causeway

Distance: 15 miles

BT57 8SG

Dunluce Castle

Distance: 14 miles

BT57 8UY

Bushmills Distillery

Distance: 12 miles

BT57 8XH

Portrush Coastal Path

Distance: 10 miles

BT56 8BN

Binevenagh Mountain

Distance: 12 miles

BT51 4RP

Downhill Beach

Distance: 11 miles

BT51 4RP

Coleraine Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

BT52 1AB

Portrush Shops

Distance: 10 miles

BT56 8BN

Ballymoney Stores

Distance: 6 miles

BT53 6AN

Coleraine Bus Station

Distance: 8 miles

BT52 1AB

Portstewart Promenade

Distance: 9 miles

BT55 7AF

Ballymoney Town

Distance: 6 miles

BT53 6AN

Giant's Causeway

Distance: 15 miles

BT57 8SG

Dunluce Castle

Distance: 14 miles

BT57 8UY

Bushmills Distillery

Distance: 12 miles

BT57 8XH

Portrush Coastal Path

Distance: 10 miles

BT56 8BN

Binevenagh Mountain

Distance: 12 miles

BT51 4RP

Downhill Beach

Distance: 11 miles

BT51 4RP

Coleraine Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

BT52 1AB

Portrush Shops

Distance: 10 miles

BT56 8BN

Ballymoney Stores

Distance: 6 miles

BT53 6AN

Coleraine Bus Station

Distance: 8 miles

BT52 1AB

Portstewart Promenade

Distance: 9 miles

BT55 7AF

Ballymoney Town

Distance: 6 miles

BT53 6AN

Is Rusty Barn Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children can explore the working farm setting and watch livestock in the surrounding fields. The open countryside provides space to run around and play outdoors. The barn's rural location means quiet lanes for family walks. The twin bedroom works well for siblings. Nearby beaches at Portrush and Portstewart offer sand and rock pools for seaside days out.

Groups Will Love...

The exposed timber beams overhead showcase this barn's agricultural past. Original wooden supports span the ceiling in the living area. These structural timbers remain from when the building housed farm equipment and livestock. The beams add height and character to the open plan space. Combined with the stone walls they create an authentic farm building atmosphere that modern builds cannot replicate.

Pet Friendly

Dogs are welcome at Rusty Barn. The working farm setting and surrounding fields provide excellent walking territory for pets. Rural lanes around the property are quiet and safe for dog walks. The countryside location means plenty of outdoor space for exercise. The stone floors inside make cleaning up after muddy paws straightforward. Remember to keep dogs under control around farm livestock.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Rusty Barn

The Bushmills Inn

Located 12 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BT57 8QG

Ramore Wine Bar

Located 10 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BT56 8DW

The Barking Dog

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: BT52 1NR

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Rusty Barn

Is Rusty Barn pet friendly?

The property welcomes dogs so you can bring your pet along to enjoy the countryside walks and open farmland. The rural setting and outdoor space make it ideal for four-legged companions.

What original barn features does this property have?

The conversion retains exposed timber beams and traditional stone walls from its agricultural past. A wood-burning stove adds to the authentic barn atmosphere in the main living area.

How many people can sleep at Rusty Barn?

The barn sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. There's one double room and one twin room with a bathroom featuring a shower.

What is the location like around the barn?

The barn sits on a working farm in open County Antrim countryside with views across fields to the Antrim hills. Livestock graze nearby and the setting is peaceful and rural.

Is the Giant's Causeway easy to reach from here?

The famous basalt columns are 15 miles away and take about 25 minutes by car. The entire Causeway Coast is within easy reach for day trips.

What are the living spaces like inside?

The ground floor is open plan with kitchen and dining areas flowing into the lounge. The wood-burning stove creates a focal point in the sitting area beneath the beamed ceiling.

Can you walk from the barn?

The working farm setting and surrounding fields offer immediate access to countryside walks. The rural lanes around the property are quiet and good for exploring on foot.

What coastal attractions are nearby?

Portrush beach and town are 10 miles away taking 18 minutes to drive. Dunluce Castle perches on the cliffs 14 miles away and Bushmills Distillery is 12 miles from the barn.