Craig-E-Brae History Craig-E-Brae was built in the mid 1800’s with a thatched roof. Then in 1936, the thatched roof was taken off, the walls raised and covered with a slate roof.
In 1964, the chimneys were rebuilt and the walls replastered. In 1996, a major restoration took place, modernising the facilities, whilst retaining its original (traditional) appearance and charm. The old peat shed has been converted into a single garage. The horsewalk is intact with some of the mechanical apparatus in place. This system of cogs, shafts and pulley wheels drove plunge churns and a threshing machine / corn cleaner in what was known as the Dairy. (the exposed stone built outhouses remain standing)
The cottage was owned by my Great Grandfather, Alexander Craig. Craig-e-Brae (Craig on the Hill) was named by my Great Uncle, James Craig, after he emigrated to America in 1906.
Facilities
Criag-e-Brae has 3 bedrooms, sleeping 5 persons with a cot and high chair available at extra charge. There is a large, modern kitchen; sitting room; dining room; luxury bathroom with electric shower; beautiful ash winding staircase and traditional fireplaces. It has been renovated in keeping with traditional cottage style and is built with 600mm thick stone walls. There is a large garden with patio and garden furniture. A single garage together with car wash facilities is available. A DVD player and freeview TV are provided. Wi-Fi is available. There is central heating (oil) and an alarm system fitted. Other facilities include dishwasher, fridge/freezer, coffee maker, washer / dryer and microwave.
There is a long green lane for walking and you can see farm animals in the fields. Pony trekking, fishing, and clay pigeon shooting can be arranged nearby at extra cost. Golf clubs and fishing outfits are available at no extra cost.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Antrim
Located in Antrim, this cottage is in a rural area. ECOS Environmental Centre and Seamus Heaney HomePlace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Antrim Motte and Antrim Castle. Seven Towers Leisure Centre and Clotworthy House are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
Twin Villages Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
Randalstown Library - 11 min drive - 14.0 km
The Junction Shopping Complex - 14 min drive - 12.6 km
Galgorm Castle Golf Club - 16 min drive - 11.8 km
Getting around
Ballymena Station - 7 min drive
Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Tannaghmore Services - 12 min walk
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Tim Hortons - 7 min drive
Costa Coffee - 7 min drive
Nadine's Diner - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Craig-E-Brae at Edenvale Holiday Cottages pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Craig-E-Brae at Edenvale Holiday Cottages?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Craig-E-Brae at Edenvale Holiday Cottages on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$203, 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 Craig-E-Brae at Edenvale Holiday Cottages?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Craig-E-Brae at Edenvale Holiday Cottages?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Craig-E-Brae at Edenvale Holiday Cottages?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Craig-E-Brae at Edenvale Holiday Cottages located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Kells and Connor Library and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Twin Villages Shopping Centre. King George Park and Randalstown Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
8.2
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Absolutely perfect location, hidden away, quite area always a good reception from Robin, on both the first and the second time we visit. Thank you Robin for your hospitality
Property was spacious and a great base if you want to travel and see lots of sites. The preservation of older features is attractive however the cleanliness, mould issues and general maintenance of key items (eg shower, rugs, lampshades etc) and the garden all need attention.
This was a beautiful quaint cottage in a lovely quiet secluded area.The cottage was a tiny bit dusty with some cobwebs but of course that's to be expected on farm and country land so nothing that can be done about that!Everything was included and it was great!We really enjoyed going to see the cows and walking around the lane!
A lovely house to stay in but although it has everything you need, don't expect it to be super-lux and modern.
However this is reflected in the very good value price.
Robin Walker was a very good host and helped in any ways that were needed.
John S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Carolyn B.
18 September 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The cottage was cute but we found black mold in the one bedroom at the back of the house. There is a rug at the kitchen sink that hasn’t been washed for a long time. It was discussing. The listing did not mention that we would be responsible for paying for the electricity and fuel durning out stay.
Nice size house but not vey clean cobwebs and dust in each room. no Toilet rolls (we couldn't find any)Our granddaughter had wood lice dead on the floor under the bed. Shame really, but he is retiring so maybe not too bothered.
Although the floors and bedding were clean there was layers of dust and grim on windowsills and shelves and cobwebs in the corners of windows.
The double bedroom was dark even in the middle of the day because of the close overhanging tree branches and ivy
The lounge was also very dark
The kitchen was sparsely equipped with only 2mugs a mish mash of cutlery And 1 baking tray
Robin was very helpful when we arrived as we were lost and he met us and guided us to the cottage.
Margaret Braham
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Michael N.
31 December 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, be aware of extra charges
The property itself is excellent, with a spacious kitchen, dining room and living room. The bedrooms are cosy. It is well located on the A26 with good access to the north coast, the Antrim glens and Belfast.The WiFi was slow (3Mbps, not the 25Mbps advertised) and charged at 10 per week.The heating oil and electricity were also charged based on use, which was not advertised on Vrbo- although the property is priced cheaply, so overall value remains decent even accounting for this unwelcome surprise.The kitchen was relatively sparsely kitted out, but clean. The linens and bathroom were also clean, but shelves and dressers were rather dusty and there were cobwebs.Robin had been in touch ahead of time regarding check in arrangements and provided contact details for any issues during our stay.Overall, this cottage is well located and lovely- but a moderate increase in the rent to incorporate WiFi and utilities would be preferable to various additional charges
Hébergement super. Assez petit, mais TOUT y est, avec, en plus, la super gentillesse de Claire, qui s'occupe de tout avec le sourire.Le parking juste devant, les commerces tout proches et la plage à 200 mètres.Très belle terrasse, ce qui permet de prendre les repas (pour10 adultes) à l'intérieur ou à l'extérieur avec vue sur la mer...Que demander de plus ????Que
La maison est chouette, grande bien rénové. Par contre elle est assez sombre et froide. La communication avec le propriétaire est facile.
Attention pour les français, le traducteur automatique d'Abritel, a coupé que l'électricité, le chauffage et le wifi sont à payer en supplément.
Robin was there to meet us when we arrived. He explained all about the property. We had a great time and enjoyed staying. The property is full of charm and character, with lots of original features, the kitchen was lovely and everything worked. We would return if the garden was made secure because our wee doggy had to stay on lead while we were sitting out, although I don't think he minded too much as he had two very large cats to watch. Although we felt away from it all we were pretty central for exploring and managed to see lots, we love northern ireland and the infrastructure is fantastic and far better than where we are from. The kids loved the big garden, we bought water guns and the outside tap came in handy during the hot weather as they had a great many water fights and a brilliant time. Thank you Robin 😊