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THE NORTH COAST HOSPITALITY
BASALT Breaks is all about bringing together and connecting with friends, family, and the local community with our world famous North Coast Hospitality while enjoying our range of luxury accommodation on offer.
Whatever your needs or aspirations are with your stay please let us know, we are here to guide and help make it the best and most fun Northern Ireland holiday experience.
Ballycastle, a gem on the Causeway Coast
A vibrant seaside town where nature's playground offers endless stunning views and activities to take your breath away.
Easily accessible from the UK and less than 60 miles from three airports; Belfast International, George Best Belfast City Airport, City of Derry Airport, and two ferry ports; Larne, Belfast Harbour.
Explore
Start & finish your days adventure at one of the many local coffee shops and restaurants along the Causeway Coastal route.
Take advantage of the fresh and salty seaside air with a morning walk or run along Ballycastle Beach, continuing onto the soft sands of the strand, and stopping off at the historical ruins of Bonamargy Friary and watch the sunrise over the Scottish Isles from Pans rock. For panoramic views follow the Moyle Way on the slopes of Knocklayde mountain.
Ballycastle Harbour is a short 10 minute walk to where the Rathlin Ferry departs throughout the day. Guided walks are available from our partner Nine Glens Walking Tours. Also departing from the Harbour are Abhhainn Cruises helping you experience the Causeway Coast from the sea.
Premium Packages
Making Memories
BASALT Breaks premium packages include private in-house dining experiences from our chef partner The Butterfly & The Bear with memories captured by professional photography partner Matt from Causeway Camera in the relaxed atmosphere of your accommodation, or on the magic of the Causeway Coast at locations such a Pans Rock Bridge, Murlough Bay, or Kenbane Castle.
The Butterfly & The Bear
Private In-House Dining
The Butterfly & The Bear cook authentic regional dishes from every culture, your Friday night Feast is an open book – or map! North and Southeast Asian dishes with their incredible spices across Oceans to the Caribbean, Italian, Spain, Greece, Lebanon, Georgia, Indian, Korea, of course, expect a couple of traditional French classics thrown in there too. Explore the world from comfort of your own dinner table.
Using premium and authentic ingredients is at the heart of what we do – produce is everything. In preparation we start from scratch – no pre-made mixes, all fresh, seasonal produce from the North Coast.
We can also offer unique private in-house chef service to any of our accommodation venues, serving up everything you need for a unique restaurant experience in the luxury and comfort of your own space.
Thyme & Co
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Pizza
Thyme & Co, a distinctive, stylish cafe just a stone’s throw from the beach in Ballycastle, specialising in locally-sourced home-made food and the freshest ingredients.
Thyme & Co is a husband and wife team that opened in Ballycastle in 2007. Eimear is the head chef and has worked across Europe, America and Australia. Tom worked in one of his Uncle's bakeries as a student where Eimears’ Uncle was the baker. After University he moved into IT and finance and would spend his holidays wooing Eimear wherever she was. Tom brought Eimear back from Vienna where she was working under the promise they would get married and open a cafe together. The result was Thyme&Co.
At Thyme & Co we provide a variety of exciting dishes ranging from delicious salads and aromatic soups served with our award-winning breads and light lunches, all incorporating local produce.
We offer a wide selection of locally-sourced home-made food including breakfast, freshly made sandwiches and toasted wraps, twice-baked potatoes, our locally famous fresh pizzas, and a wide selection of home-made pastries and desserts.
A short 20 minute drive by road out of Ballycastle will take you to exhilarating views from Fairhead or descend the steep winding road to the mystical Murlough Bay.
Continue east along the Causeway Coastal Route through the Glens of Antrim for Glenariff Forest Park & Glenarm Castle. Alternatively, head west towards the River Bann stopping off at Kinbane Castle, Ballintoy Harbour, Carrick a rede, Giants Causeway, and Bushmills Distillery.
Portrush is the Surf Capital of the North offering, Surf, SUP & Snorkelling. Finish your day at one of the many coffee shops in the seaside town of Portstewart, inspiration to the Song “Red Sails in the Sunset” recorded by artists Nat King Cole, Bing Cosby & Louis Armstrong.
Coleraine is the main town on the Causeway Coast and boasts Irelands oldest settlement at Mountsandel fort. Book a River cycle on the BASALT Six Redshark Water Bikes or a Barista course at Fidela Coffee Roasters. The historic city of Derry/Londonderry is a 60-minute drive from Coleraine and on your return make the short detour to Binevenagh viewpoint for stunning sunsets over Donegal.
After a day embracing the elements, you can return to Ballycastle and dine in Marconi’s Bar & Bistro at the Marine Hotel or Salthouse Hotel for elevated views over Rathlin Island.
A short walk from our South Hill House and The Manse accommodation are several bars and restaurants including The Anzac, The Cellar, or simply relax in your apartment with freshly caught Fish and Chips from Mortons, Pizza from Thyme & Co or something extra special by The Butterfly and The Bear.
