- Ballycastle
Campsites with swimming near Ballycastle
100% (4) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ballycastle
Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod
1. Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod
146km from Ballycastle · 1 unit · Glamping
Settled in the idyllic area with unrestricted panoramic views over the Arrochar Alps, Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod is set in charming grounds to the west of the popular small village of Croftamie. It has a wonderful situation with some outstanding views, over fields, towards the dramatic enveloping peaks of the Arrochar Alps and Ben Lomond. The perfect getaway for a romantic stay or honeymoon retreat or simply for exploring the wonders of the countryside and beauty of the local nature.
Enjoying a snug open-plan studio layout, Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod has everything you need for a countryside break full of outdoor adventures.
The kitchenette is compact yet well-stocked with all the essential appliances with an electric hob, microwave and fridge being all you need to wine and dine.
To the rear of the pod is the snug double bed with fresh & crispy bedlinen, cosy blankets for indoor and outdoor use (extra ones in a wooden box in front of the bed), and under-bed storage for your clothing. Compact, yet sleek bathroom equipped with a toilet, basin and an electric shower.
The Pod is equipped with a Smart TV, a mini–Portable Bluetooth Speaker along with excellent Wi-Fi so you can stay connected.
LED lights inside and outside the pod including decking lights.
Outside of the pod, head out for a relaxing dip in the hot tub and soak up the stunning scenery before going back inside and climbing into cosy bed and watching your favourite series on Netflix.
With a decking area providing a stunning view of the mountains, ofuro style hot tub and gazebo sitting area with firepit & BBQ Grill, this charming rural retreat for two, Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod is offering a peaceful romantic escape.
Dog friendly
Not suitable for children
Loch Lomond Sunset Pod lies just to the west of Croftamie Village and is only a couple of miles south of Drymen. The Sunset Pod is within a National Scenic Area and The Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland’s first National Park. It is surrounded by rolling Stirlingshire countryside and hills and is approached via its long private, and gated, drive off a quiet country road.
When you reach the pod, on the left side of the front door there is a key safe box (details will be sent on your booking) for self-check-in, just put the code in to access the keys to the pod and enjoy your stay admiring amazing mountains views. And if you are lucky, a deer may pay you a surprising visit.
If you are a smoker, we kindly ask you to only smoke outside of the glamping pod within the gazebo area, where an ashtray is provided.
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
£258
/ night
Ayrshire Airstream
2. Ayrshire Airstream
100%
(2)
126km from Ballycastle · 1 unit · Glamping
A seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£187
/ night
Runach Arainn Glamping
3. Runach Arainn Glamping
100%
(9)
71km from Ballycastle · 3 units · Glamping
A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£162
/ night
Oystercatcher Caravan
4. Oystercatcher Caravan
100%
(1)
120km from Ballycastle · 1 unit · Glamping
The 2 bedroom 35 x 12ft caravan is fully equipped for self-catering. With double glazing, central heating and an additional electric fire in the lounge it is warm throughout the year. The boiler also supplies constant hot water.
Sorry we do not allow pets.
Strictly no smoking or vaping is allowed in the caravan.
The caravan can sleep up to 6 persons.
Bedroom #1 - with standard size double bed (new mattress for 2025) with fitted wardrobes and cupboards.
Bedroom #2 - with two single beds with cupboard space.
The lounge sofa has a fold out double bed (new mattress for 2025).
All bedding is provided.
Lounge / Dining Room - the lounge has large windows and access to the veranda. The room also has fitted cupboards. The dining area has a circular table with 4 chairs.
Kitchen - fully fitted with a gas cooker, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster, pots and pans. Cooking utensils, a 6 piece dinner service and cutlery are also provided.
Tea, coffee and sugar are supplied at the start of the holiday, but will not be replenished.
Bathroom - with shower, toilet and washbasin. We do not supply towels.
Additional - Outside table and 4 chairs. Also Fire and CO Alarms, Thermometer, Wall clock and Tide clock.
An information pack of places to visit and eat is provided.
The caravan is on the family run Monreith Sands Holiday Park with a great location on the beautiful Galloway coast. Sandy beaches are only a few 100m away. The generally calm waters of Luce Bay are great for swimming or kayaking. Nearby is a golf course plus historic sites and formal gardens.
Although the Galloway Forest is know for being a Dark Sky Park and great for stargazing, the whole Machars peninsular is very dark. The Galloway Astronomy Centre (01988 500594) gives stargazing tours.
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£65
/ night
100% (4) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ballycastle
Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod
1. Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod
146km from Ballycastle · 1 unit · Glamping
Settled in the idyllic area with unrestricted panoramic views over the Arrochar Alps, Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod is set in charming grounds to the west of the popular small village of Croftamie. It has a wonderful situation with some outstanding views, over fields, towards the dramatic enveloping peaks of the Arrochar Alps and Ben Lomond. The perfect getaway for a romantic stay or honeymoon retreat or simply for exploring the wonders of the countryside and beauty of the local nature.
Enjoying a snug open-plan studio layout, Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod has everything you need for a countryside break full of outdoor adventures.
The kitchenette is compact yet well-stocked with all the essential appliances with an electric hob, microwave and fridge being all you need to wine and dine.
To the rear of the pod is the snug double bed with fresh & crispy bedlinen, cosy blankets for indoor and outdoor use (extra ones in a wooden box in front of the bed), and under-bed storage for your clothing. Compact, yet sleek bathroom equipped with a toilet, basin and an electric shower.
The Pod is equipped with a Smart TV, a mini–Portable Bluetooth Speaker along with excellent Wi-Fi so you can stay connected.
LED lights inside and outside the pod including decking lights.
Outside of the pod, head out for a relaxing dip in the hot tub and soak up the stunning scenery before going back inside and climbing into cosy bed and watching your favourite series on Netflix.
With a decking area providing a stunning view of the mountains, ofuro style hot tub and gazebo sitting area with firepit & BBQ Grill, this charming rural retreat for two, Loch Lomond Sunset Glamping Pod is offering a peaceful romantic escape.
Dog friendly
Not suitable for children
Loch Lomond Sunset Pod lies just to the west of Croftamie Village and is only a couple of miles south of Drymen. The Sunset Pod is within a National Scenic Area and The Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland’s first National Park. It is surrounded by rolling Stirlingshire countryside and hills and is approached via its long private, and gated, drive off a quiet country road.
When you reach the pod, on the left side of the front door there is a key safe box (details will be sent on your booking) for self-check-in, just put the code in to access the keys to the pod and enjoy your stay admiring amazing mountains views. And if you are lucky, a deer may pay you a surprising visit.
If you are a smoker, we kindly ask you to only smoke outside of the glamping pod within the gazebo area, where an ashtray is provided.
Pets
Showers
Hot Tub
from
£258
/ night
Ayrshire Airstream
2. Ayrshire Airstream
100%
(2)
126km from Ballycastle · 1 unit · Glamping
A seriously comfortable 1978 Airstream, complete with a hot tub, fire pit and its own bar.
Showers
Campfires
Hot Tub
from
£187
/ night
Runach Arainn Glamping
3. Runach Arainn Glamping
100%
(9)
71km from Ballycastle · 3 units · Glamping
A three-yurt luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran, steps away from the beach
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
£162
/ night
Oystercatcher Caravan
4. Oystercatcher Caravan
100%
(1)
120km from Ballycastle · 1 unit · Glamping
The 2 bedroom 35 x 12ft caravan is fully equipped for self-catering. With double glazing, central heating and an additional electric fire in the lounge it is warm throughout the year. The boiler also supplies constant hot water.
Sorry we do not allow pets.
Strictly no smoking or vaping is allowed in the caravan.
The caravan can sleep up to 6 persons.
Bedroom #1 - with standard size double bed (new mattress for 2025) with fitted wardrobes and cupboards.
Bedroom #2 - with two single beds with cupboard space.
The lounge sofa has a fold out double bed (new mattress for 2025).
All bedding is provided.
Lounge / Dining Room - the lounge has large windows and access to the veranda. The room also has fitted cupboards. The dining area has a circular table with 4 chairs.
Kitchen - fully fitted with a gas cooker, microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster, pots and pans. Cooking utensils, a 6 piece dinner service and cutlery are also provided.
Tea, coffee and sugar are supplied at the start of the holiday, but will not be replenished.
Bathroom - with shower, toilet and washbasin. We do not supply towels.
Additional - Outside table and 4 chairs. Also Fire and CO Alarms, Thermometer, Wall clock and Tide clock.
An information pack of places to visit and eat is provided.
The caravan is on the family run Monreith Sands Holiday Park with a great location on the beautiful Galloway coast. Sandy beaches are only a few 100m away. The generally calm waters of Luce Bay are great for swimming or kayaking. Nearby is a golf course plus historic sites and formal gardens.
Although the Galloway Forest is know for being a Dark Sky Park and great for stargazing, the whole Machars peninsular is very dark. The Galloway Astronomy Centre (01988 500594) gives stargazing tours.
Showers
Potable water
Cooking equipment
from
£65
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
S
Sally
July 2025
With kids
Runach Arainn is even more lovely in person than in the photos. Great location for a peaceful and relaxing stay on Arann. The yurts are comfortable, the kitchen/fire-pit etc are well-equipped and the orchard setting is beautiful. It's just a short walk to the beach or to the Lagg Inn for dinner. Highly recommend.
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J
Jason
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Oystercatcher Caravan
Super helpful host. Good location, a very quiet part of Scotland. Accommodation was very fairly priced and well cared for.
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Campsites with swimming near Ballycastle guide
Where to go
Causeway Coast
This stretch of coast is home to the Causeway Coastal Route, one of the world’s great drives. Stop to walk on the unique basalt rock formations at the Giant’s Causeway, test your wits on the rope bridge at Carrick-a-Rede, or explore the cliffside, 16th-century ruins of Dunluce Castle. Various camping options are available near Ballycastle—check out area caravan parks and holiday parks for the best pitches.
Glens of Antrim
The nine glens of Antrim run along some of the Causeway Coastal Route, with two set behind Ballycastle, each carved out by a river and surrounded by lush green landscape and woodlands. Drop in to Glenarm village and Glenarm Castle, or explore Glenariff Forest Park, which also has camping facilities for vehicles (but not tents). On the sea side, don’t miss the scenic villages of Cushendall and Cushendun (owned by the National Trust).
Rathlin Island
Rathlin Island is an island six miles out to sea—the passenger ferry from Ballycastle takes about 25 minutes (although vehicles are restricted). The island is a renowned bird sanctuary, in particular for puffins, and it also features many interesting wildflowers. Visit the lighthouse built “upside-down” into a cliff to see the Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre. You can make it a day trip or stay overnight to explore the island by foot or by bicycle. You need permission from a landowner to camp on Rathlin Island, where options include glamping pods.
Portrush and Portstewart
Golfers and surfers will love the seaside towns of Portrush and Portstewart for long walks along golden beaches, taking to the water to catch surfing waves, or enjoying the links courses at Royal Portrush Golf Club. Plenty of bars, cafés, restaurants, and ice cream shops dot the towns too. Both offer surf schools and watersports centres to try sea kayaking or paddleboarding, and there are lots of camping options and holiday parks in the area.
When to go
You’ll find the best weather and the thickest crowds in July and August, when tour busses hit the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede, and Scottish Game of Thrones filming locations. Anytime between May and September is a good time for camping, but weather can change at short notice, so be prepared for rain, wind, and cooler temperatures.
Know before you go
- Many campsites are seasonal, so check dates in advance.
- Campsites can get busy on weekends and bank holidays, when it’s best to book far in advance.
- Campsites can close and Rathlin Island ferries can be cancelled in storms.
- Seasonal passenger ferries run from Ballycastle to the Mull of Kintyre in Scotland—the crossing takes 60 to 90 minutes, weather-depending.