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Duneden Cottage and grounds

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a washing machine.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden ceiling, and a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a tiled backsplash.
A white house with a brick extension, illuminated by warm lights, surrounded by a grassy lawn and trees.
A golf course with a pond, trees, and a house in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a wardrobe, and a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Tennis court
  • Toys
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Randalstown, Northern Ireland
  • Place, Randalstown Library
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, SSE Arena
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Titanic Belfast
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belfast (BFS-Belfast Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living area

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Antrim

Located in Antrim, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. ECOS Environmental Centre and Seamus Heaney HomePlace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Antrim Castle and The Torpedo Platform. Travelling with kids? Consider Clotworthy House and Antrim Forum Leisure Centre. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, cycling and hiking nearby.
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Map
Randalstown, Northern Ireland

What's nearby

  • Randalstown Library - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • SSE Arena - 29 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Titanic Belfast - 29 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Belfast City Hall - 30 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Queen's University of Belfast - 32 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

  • Antrim Station - 13 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Chippy - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Duneden Cottage and grounds pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Duneden Cottage and grounds?

As of 15 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duneden Cottage and grounds on 26 Jan 2027 start from NZ$784, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Duneden Cottage and grounds?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Duneden Cottage and grounds?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Duneden Cottage and grounds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Duneden Cottage and grounds located?

This family-friendly Antrim cottage is located on a river, 1 mi (1.6 km) from Randalstown Library, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Clotworthy House and Antrim Forum Leisure Centre. The Junction Shopping Complex and Allen Park Golf Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely cottage, beds so comfortable and really cosy. Easy access to Belfast and the north. Ally was a very friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best place to stay

This was our favorite stay on vacation, the house offered so much to do, the host was friendly and very helpful giving suggestions of places nearby including a cute pub where we got to enjoy music. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An absolute must stay!

Fantastic stay at a fantastic gem! Our host Allie was superb, very accommodating and the facilities were excellent. Will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It's a home away from home

The owners are warm and welcoming. The property was super, everything we needed was there and we can highly recommend it as a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

Great property. Ideal location, Ally was a great host and we will return again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to escape, slow down and enjoy the lovely relaxing surroundings. We were four friends on a quick catch-up so needed to be near the airport for late arrivals and early departures really convenient. Allie was lovely and accommodated any queries or requests and prompt communication. Dougal the dog also loved the grounds and good exploring opportunities. Thanks again Allie.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay just outside Belfast

Very comfortable place for 4 adults to relax just 25 minutes outside Belfast. Easy drive into Belfast. Host was very accommodating and made access easy to the cottage. Well stocked and were met to show accommodations. Restaurants were short drive from cottage. Very quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than the pictures!

Amazing, magical place with the best hosts. We loved everything about it. Comfortable with everything you might need. The grounds are amazing, we enjoyed the fire pit and the views. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Duneden was a picturesque perfect first stay on our tour of Ireland. Allie was welcoming and helpful. She was very responsive with any questions and needs. While the cottage sits behind the main house, it felt private and we were given all the privacy we wanted on the property. The cottage itself was cozy with stocked items for evening fires. Allie even gave us some yummy homemade treats to welcome us. Randalstown was beautiful and clean to walk through with a couple of cute shops for gifts. We found the locals to be friendly and helpful in getting around. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hidden gem in Randalstown in a beautiful quiet setting! Owners are beyond gracious and we were so pleased with the gifts of bread, juice, butter and milk. Very nice touch. Cottage is roomy and airy with plenty of room to spread out. Beds are very comfortable and everything is very well stocked and clean. Boys enjoyed the tennis, bocce and archery on site. Couldn't be happier and was definitely the best house (out of 5) on our trip. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great house in a huge property with a warm welcome!

Everything was perfect for our couple of days visiting Northern Ireland. The host gave us a warm welcome and a private tour of the (huge!) property that includes fire pits, a tennis court, a private bar (not fully stocked obviously), and a beautiful outdoor scene where we could see sheeps from the living room and the master bedroom! The property was well furnished, and many local products were in the fridge. Don't forget to ask where the best places to see are; you won't need a guide after that! A good place for a weekend, or for a confortable house after visiting the country. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven in Ireland

From the moment we drove down the beautiful driveway arrived and met Allie the owner(extremely warm and charming) we were in heaven. A truly incredible property set on a wonderful acreage with lots of fun things to do if you are not out touring Northern Ireland (Giants Causeway, Dark Hedge, Belfast, etc.), which this a great home base to have. Randalstown is an incredible little town with lots of beautiful architecture and great pubs, filled with the most outgoing and helpful people I have ever met travelling. Duneden Cottage and the surrounding area were well worth the 2 day Ferrie trip on our Scotland road trip and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL Property and Wonderful Host!

We stayed at this beautiful house for 5 days, and loved every minute of it! The host was wonderful, very kind and informative. She greeted us with a basket of fresh Irish bread and other treats, and made our stay very comfortable. The horse is spotless clean, the beds and linen were high quality . The kitchen has everything you might need, the fireplace was the highlight for me, as I enjoyed it every evening! The view from the living-room window was picturesque, and the gardens around the house as well. Randall’s town is at walking distance, so this house was in a strategic location to tour the north of Ireland. I highly recommend this place and it’s owners. I will absolutely go back and stay there again, I already told all my friends about it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Hidden gem

Originally booked for two nights and loved it that much we booked an extra night and another three nights in Autumn. Property, grounds, facilities and of course management are amazing . Highly recommend for a quiet break away with stunning views. Thank you Alison
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Experience was great and wished it was a longer stay. Allie made us feel welcome and every recommendation she gave us on where to go turned out great. The place was very well kept and it had everything we needed. Would stay here again if we find ourselves in Northern Ireland on holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A really lovely place. A home away from home.

Owners were very friendly and welcoming. A lot of small extras that made it feel like a home away from home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem of a find!

We loved our stay in this sweet cottage in irish country side. It’s an excellent location and a quick drive to the local shops and neighboring communities. Ali and Mark were wonderful hosts and we felt right at home. Place was clean and stocked with all we could need. The property is quaint and we even shot some hoops and played some tennis. Would definitely come back amd stay longer. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nice cottage, and friendly owners. Amazing landscape. Relaxing location.

Spectacular location. Peaceful and well located. Very helpful and joyful owners. Feeling at home on the cottage. Even a welcoming box included. Very recomendable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thanks so much Isabel . It was a total pleasure to have you and your family stay at duneden cottage. We do hope you get the chance to stay with us again. Warm wishes. Mark
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