Based at the foot of the picturesque Binevenagh Mountain lies this unique family camping experience. Choose from a glamping pod, a luxury bell tent, or the onsite hostel space, or opt to set up in a camping pitch throughout your stay.With a range of exciting activities at Carrowmena, choose from the climbing wall, zip-lining, and canoeing, as well as raft building and team challenges that will bring the whole family together. For more information, go to carrowmena.co.ukplaceholder image
Based at the foot of the picturesque Binevenagh Mountain lies this unique family camping experience. Choose from a glamping pod, a luxury bell tent, or the onsite hostel space, or opt to set up in a camping pitch throughout your stay.With a range of exciting activities at Carrowmena, choose from the climbing wall, zip-lining, and canoeing, as well as raft building and team challenges that will bring the whole family together. For more information, go to carrowmena.co.uk

Northern Ireland staycations: 8 holiday experiences for all the family

By Hannah McCormack
Published 15th Jun 2024, 20:16 GMT

Now that summer is officially here, thoughts of family getaways are capturing our imaginations.

This year, why not skip the airport security queues and holiday at home?

In the wake of the pandemic, more families are choosing to plan a staycation for their summer holiday, and there are so many fantastic places to visit in Northern Ireland that rival even the hottest exotic resorts.

We may not always have the weather, but our views and hospitality are unmatched. From quaint tucked-away cottages to camping with style under the stars, there is something for everyone to discover and enjoy.

Here are eight holiday experiences across Northern Ireland for all of the family:

Laid out and incorporated within a 200-year-old courtyard at the heart of a 100-acre farm, these cottages are within walking distance of the Giant’s Causeway Coastal path at Dunseverick Castle, and a short drive or cycle from other natural attractions in the area.With three five-star self-catering cottages available to choose from, each with stunning views, Bayview is an incredible base if you’re looking to journey around the island.For more information, go to bayviewfarmcottages.co.uk

5. Bayview Farm Holiday Cottages, 203 Whitepark Road, Dunseverick, Bushmills

Laid out and incorporated within a 200-year-old courtyard at the heart of a 100-acre farm, these cottages are within walking distance of the Giant’s Causeway Coastal path at Dunseverick Castle, and a short drive or cycle from other natural attractions in the area.With three five-star self-catering cottages available to choose from, each with stunning views, Bayview is an incredible base if you’re looking to journey around the island.For more information, go to bayviewfarmcottages.co.uk Photo: Causeway Coast and Glens

Located on a private, 60-acre estate, choose from self-catering, glamping, camping or caravan options for your ideal stay.On the shores of Upper Lough Erne, this residential activity centre offers a range of indoor and outdoor activities including escape rooms, keelboat sailing, canoeing, archery and art activities. With a leisure suite and gym also on-site, relax and unwind after a day of family fun. For more information, go to sharevillage.org

6. Share Discovery Village, 221 Lisnaskea Road, Lisnaskea, Co Fermanagh

Located on a private, 60-acre estate, choose from self-catering, glamping, camping or caravan options for your ideal stay.On the shores of Upper Lough Erne, this residential activity centre offers a range of indoor and outdoor activities including escape rooms, keelboat sailing, canoeing, archery and art activities. With a leisure suite and gym also on-site, relax and unwind after a day of family fun. For more information, go to sharevillage.org Photo: Share Discovery Village website

Spend the night with your family in a fully insulated and double-glazed eco-friendly glamping pod. Each pod sleeps up to four, with plenty of amenities and unparalleled sea views. In the surrounding area, enjoy all that Rathlin Island has to offer, including the West Lighthouse Seabird Centre, the Boat House Visitor Centre and a range of stunning nature walks. For more information, go to rathlinglamping.co.uk

7. Rathlin Glamping, Rathlin Island, Ballycastle

Spend the night with your family in a fully insulated and double-glazed eco-friendly glamping pod. Each pod sleeps up to four, with plenty of amenities and unparalleled sea views. In the surrounding area, enjoy all that Rathlin Island has to offer, including the West Lighthouse Seabird Centre, the Boat House Visitor Centre and a range of stunning nature walks. For more information, go to rathlinglamping.co.uk Photo: Rathlin Glamping website

Chill out after an activity-packed day in these aptly named snooze boxes. Sleeping up to five, with an enclosed outdoor decking area and located just beside Todds Leap’s restaurant and bar, The Twisted Axle, this is traditional glamping, but with a fun and modern twist. During the day, you can explore all that Todds Leap has to offer, including blindfolded driving, the giant swing, paintballing and Granda Ben’s Ethical Zoo Trail. For more information, go to toddsleap.com

8. Snooze Boxes ,Todds Leap Road, Ballygawley, Co Tyrone

Chill out after an activity-packed day in these aptly named snooze boxes. Sleeping up to five, with an enclosed outdoor decking area and located just beside Todds Leap’s restaurant and bar, The Twisted Axle, this is traditional glamping, but with a fun and modern twist. During the day, you can explore all that Todds Leap has to offer, including blindfolded driving, the giant swing, paintballing and Granda Ben’s Ethical Zoo Trail. For more information, go to toddsleap.com Photo: Snooze Boxes website

Previous
2 / 2
Next Page
Related topics:Northern Ireland
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice