Bluewaters Guidebook
City/town information
A bustling seaside town full of character and heritage, on the coast and framed by the stunning Glens of Antrim.
Carnlough has a strong sense of community as well as regular visitors coming from far and wide, during the holiday season (April through September).
The town boasts many amenities including a picturesque (and working) harbour, a beach within walking distance, beautiful walks and magnificent coastal views.
There is lots of local hospitality in the form of pubs, cafes & restaurants too so we have included some recommendations that we hope will help you to have a fantastic holiday in our little Irish Hideaway on the Antrim Coast.
The Bunkhouse Coffee Shop – Eat in or takeaway Tea, Coffee, Scones & Cakes.
Morellis – Famous Ice Creams, always a winner with our crew.
Harbour Lights – Friendly welcome and great breakfast and lunch menu (Cash Only atm)
Spar – Great little spar stocking pretty much all of what you will need.
Eating & Drinking:
The Galley – A great traditional fish and chip shop right opposite the harbour
The Marine Takeaway – a second fish and chip shop opposite the beach
Two Great Chinese take-a-ways – Dragon Sun and Cheng Du - Menus are on the notice board in the utility room
LondonDerry Arms Hotel – Grand Dame of a Hotel with great food! Steak night on the last Friday of every month, definitely worth a visit.
The Glencoy Inn & The Loft Restaurant – Great pub food, cocktail menu and friendly welcome for a good nights craic! Also an Off-License at the rear of the bar.
McAuleys – Traditional Irish Pub with a long tradition in the town.
The Waterfall – Proper Irish pub with music and great Guinness!
Please note some of the takeaways only accept cash. There is a cashpoint at the Spar and at Costcutters Petrol Station.
As well as the amenities, Carnlough is filled with friendly locals who welcome visitors with open arms!
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Carnlough
A bustling seaside town full of character and heritage, on the coast and framed by the stunning Glens of Antrim.
Carnlough has a strong sense of community as well as regular visitors coming from far and wide, during the holiday season (April through September).
The town boasts many amenities including a picturesque (and working) harbour, a beach within walking distance, beautiful walks and magnificent coastal views.
There is lots of local hospitality in the form of pubs, cafes & restaurants too so we have included some recommendations that we hope will help you to have a fantastic holiday in our little Irish Hideaway on the Antrim Coast.
The Bunkhouse Coffee Shop – Eat in or takeaway Tea, Coffee, Scones & Cakes.
Morellis – Famous Ice Creams, always a winner with our crew.
Harbour Lights – Friendly welcome and great breakfast and lunch menu (Cash Only atm)
Spar – Great little spar stocking pretty much all of what you will need.
Eating & Drinking:
The Galley – A great traditional fish and chip shop right opposite the harbour
The Marine Takeaway – a second fish and chip shop opposite the beach
Two Great Chinese take-a-ways – Dragon Sun and Cheng Du - Menus are on the notice board in the utility room
LondonDerry Arms Hotel – Grand Dame of a Hotel with great food! Steak night on the last Friday of every month, definitely worth a visit.
The Glencoy Inn & The Loft Restaurant – Great pub food, cocktail menu and friendly welcome for a good nights craic! Also an Off-License at the rear of the bar.
McAuleys – Traditional Irish Pub with a long tradition in the town.
The Waterfall – Proper Irish pub with music and great Guinness!
Please note some of the takeaways only accept cash. There is a cashpoint at the Spar and at Costcutters Petrol Station.
As well as the amenities, Carnlough is filled with friendly locals who welcome visitors with open arms!
Sightseeing
Bluewaters is perfectly placed in Carnlough, on the beautiful Antrim Coast. This is a perfect base to explore the wonders of this beautiful part of the world.
A unique and spacious residential property in a buzzing seaside town with magnificent coastal views. A great gathering space to enjoy the local hospitality within walking distance in Carnlough or to explore the stunning Antrim Coast with family & friends. Walk to the beach, eat and drink in local bars and use as base to explore what the beautiful coast has to offer.
Whatever takes your fancy, the Antrim Coast has it in spades - Mountain walks, Beach trips, Festivals, Local markets, Amusements for the kids - and lots more.
Game of Thrones used this coast as the location of many scenes including the famous Dark Hedges and our own harbour steps, to name but a few.
Of course, no trip to Antrim is complete without visiting the famous golf and seaside locations of Portrush and Portstewart (approx 1hr drive) as well as the famous Bushmills distillery. The iconic Giants Causeway is also a must see as one of the most incredible parts of any coastline, anywhere is the world.
Glenarm Castle is a five minute drive from the property and offers lots for a super family day out.
As well as the beautiful walled gardens, and stunning castle (home to the Dal Riada festival every July), Glenarm Castle has several Artisan shops for browsing, Ice Cream and coffee shop and a fantastic Tea Room serving Breakfast & delicious food all day. A must visit!
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Glenarm Castle noWalled Garden
2 Castle LaneGlenarm Castle is a five minute drive from the property and offers lots for a super family day out.
As well as the beautiful walled gardens, and stunning castle (home to the Dal Riada festival every July), Glenarm Castle has several Artisan shops for browsing, Ice Cream and coffee shop and a fantastic Tea Room serving Breakfast & delicious food all day. A must visit!
The most stunning coastal tourist attraction which is a result of an ancient volcanic eruption, and was as designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986.
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Giant's Causeway
The most stunning coastal tourist attraction which is a result of an ancient volcanic eruption, and was as designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986.
Belfast is a 40 min drive from Bluewaters, and is a buzzing Cosmopolitan city filled with great shopping, with fantastic bars and restaurants and steeped amazing architecture and the history of the Irish Political struggles.
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Belfast
Belfast is a 40 min drive from Bluewaters, and is a buzzing Cosmopolitan city filled with great shopping, with fantastic bars and restaurants and steeped amazing architecture and the history of the Irish Political struggles.
Food scene
Food is a big part of the Irish culture, from pub grub to fine dining and everything in between.
A lovely hotel, right on the coast with lots of history and a beautiful restaurant.
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Ballygally Castle Hotel
Coast RoadA lovely hotel, right on the coast with lots of history and a beautiful restaurant.
A grand dame hotel, a stalwart of the town. Centrally located offering great service and super food Weds through Sunday.
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Londonderry Arms
20 Harbour RdA grand dame hotel, a stalwart of the town. Centrally located offering great service and super food Weds through Sunday.
A superb resort, offering a selection of restaurants and bars as well as an award winning Spa. 30 mins from Bluewaters, making it a great place to visit for a Spa Day, or a lovely lunch or evening meal in one of the various restaurants.
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Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort
136 Fenaghy RdA superb resort, offering a selection of restaurants and bars as well as an award winning Spa. 30 mins from Bluewaters, making it a great place to visit for a Spa Day, or a lovely lunch or evening meal in one of the various restaurants.
Friendly, family orientated pub serving cocktails & great pub grub to locals and visitors all year round. One of our goto places when we are at Carnlough.
The Glencloy Inn
1 Bridge StFriendly, family orientated pub serving cocktails & great pub grub to locals and visitors all year round. One of our goto places when we are at Carnlough.
Active Days Out
Northern Ireland has so much to offer to attract guests outdoors to enjoy the fresh air, glorious scenery and activities for all the family. Lakes, mountains, cities, seaside towns, farms, forests.... Northern Ireland has it all.
There is no doubt, the weather can be changeable, but that doesn't stop us. The rain is what makes the Emerald Isle so lush and beautiful, we we embrace it!
What a brilliant day out for all the family, regardless of the weather! Lots of activities and laughs...a must visit for all travellers to Antrim.
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The Lake Kilrea. Aqua Water Park
69b Bridge StWhat a brilliant day out for all the family, regardless of the weather! Lots of activities and laughs...a must visit for all travellers to Antrim.
A mountain walk all the family can achieve. Our youngest who is 9, loved it! The views from the top are stunning on a clear day and the sense of achievement reaching the peak is incredible. Definitely worth the effort.
Put "slemish mountain car park" in your sat nav to get to base.
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Slemish Mountain
A mountain walk all the family can achieve. Our youngest who is 9, loved it! The views from the top are stunning on a clear day and the sense of achievement reaching the peak is incredible. Definitely worth the effort.
Put "slemish mountain car park" in your sat nav to get to base.
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Be prepared for all seasons
Ireland is a beautiful country, regardless of the weather. There is so much to see and do, so make sure to come prepared to see and do it, regardless of the weather. If the sun shines, its a bonus!
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Everything is "wee"
As well as getting used to the "craic", the other important word is "wee". Regardless of the size/scale of anything, EVERYTHING is referred to as week...
The "wee" bill at the restaurant
The "wee" receipt in the shop
A "wee" bag for your shopping
Nothing is particularly small, its just a local way of connecting with each other. Embrace it and get involved in a wee chat with the locals :-)