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Ocean View Pods

3.5 star property
Units with kitchenettes, near Glenarm Castle

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Family Cabin (Ocean View Pod with Hot Tub) | Private spa tub
Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Family Cabin (Ocean View Pod with Hot Tub) | View from room
Interior
Located close to Glenarm Castle, Ocean View Pods provides a terrace, a firepit, and a garden. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Family Cabin (Ocean View)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 17 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Cabin (Ocean View Pod with Hot Tub) | Private spa tub

Family Cabin (Ocean View Pod with Hot Tub)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 17 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Cabin (Dog-Friendly Ocean View Pod) | Terrace/patio

Family Cabin (Dog-Friendly Ocean View Pod)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 17 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1 Tully Road, Ballymena, Northern Ireland, BT44 0BJ

What's nearby

  • Glenarm Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cranny Falls - 10 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Antrim Coast and Glens - 15 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Port of Larne - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Glenariff Forest Park - 25 min drive - 18.7 miles

Getting around

  • Magheramorne Station - 21 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Londonderry Arms Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Twilight Coffee and Bunkhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Matties Meeting House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Galley - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Halfway House Hotel - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean View Pods

Units with kitchenettes, near Glenarm Castle
This smoke-free vacation home features a garden. All 9 individually decorated homes feature free WiFi and patios. Kitchenettes with microwaves are standard, and guests will also find sitting areas and Egyptian cotton sheets.
Ocean View Pods offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Kitchenettes offer microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)).

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • Travel crib

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Dining

  • Weekend local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children
  • Champagne service

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • 9 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Free bottled water
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 9 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit/debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ocean View Pods Ballymena
Ocean View Pods Private vacation home
Ocean View Pods Private vacation home Ballymena

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean View Pods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Pods?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean View Pods?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean View Pods located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Glenarm Castle and within 9 mi (15 km) of St. Killian's College and Cranny Falls. Carnfunnock Country Park and Antrim Coast and Glens are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Ocean View Pods Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Such a fun and unique place. So quiet and private. We had a terrific stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

troy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful property. I highly recommend Ocean View Pods!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing stay, cozy and comfortable pods, with spectacular views, a great fire pit. We ordered the smores kit and smoked salmon breakfast kit, both were perfect. Will definitely stay again when we’re on the Causeway Coast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The peace and quiet lovely local town near by the view right beside a beach and lovely nature walks all around wonderful location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved staying in the Ocean View Pods. It had an amazing view and we had everything we needed inside the pod. The hot tub was a big bonus, highly recommend! Be sure to give yourself enough time as it takes a few hours to warm up! It was an amazing getaway overall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alice

Liked: Amenities, communication
We stayed one night. Check in was easy, the property is in a quiet isolated area. Uts nice, however, its not suitable for a family of 4. The bed is very uncomfortable as it makes a lot of noice when reposition. The bunk beds are very small, maybe suitable for small children aged 3 to 5 years old. The space inside is small, however, outside is beautiful.
Outside
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
I would highly recommend staying here! The views over the sea are spectacular, pod 6 in particular has amazing views. The pod was immaculately clean and beautifully furnished to a high standard. The pull down sofa bed was very easy to set up and the bunk beds were very cosy for the children. The site was very well maintained, it had a lovely relaxed, safe atmosphere and was in walking distance to the nearest village ( but on a hill). Check-in/out was self service and very smooth with very clear directions. Our host Kerry was very friendly and accommodating. We will absolutely be returning here again. A magical place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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