Ardtara is a timewarp. It is remote with lovely grounds, especially if it is sunny so you can sit out. It is sort of shabby-chic, comfy and warming, definitely not boutique, but with so much quirky charm. Having said that the beds are big, really comfortable and with lovely linens and the plumbing works! The furniture beyond that is eclectic... More

When looking for somewhere nice to eat around the Ballymoney / Ballymena area we were very happy to find that Ardtara Country House offered dinner to non-residents. Upon arrival at this very well-maintained country house we were shown into a sitting room/bar lounge which had a lovely gas fire on. The decor is country but kept nicely minimalist and not... More

I was a bit discombobulated on arrival because I was expecting a luxury boutique hotel but this is just a large house which feels like it stopped being decorated in the 1940s. Not a bad thing when you get use to the jumble of furniture the old family photos and the laid back atmosphere. Our bedroom was big, the biggest... More

Arrived on a Saturday afternoon to a charming welcome at this late Victorian mill owner's mansion for a one night stay. We had been warned on booking that the only room left ( 6) was a tad on the small size but not overly so, the marble lined bathroom (with window) was spacious enough and the mainly Victorian style furnishings... More

We had not stayed at Ardtara for perhaps eighteen years! Our memories of an excellent place to stay were confirmed fully. Beautiful setting and decor, attentive friendly staff and outstanding food. Both dinner and breakfast were memorable. Interesting quality wine selection. Room well equipped and bed exceptionally comfortable.

2 night stay. Room on small side.. Furnishings cheap in bedroom with smell of cooking from kitchen below on both morning and evening of stay.. On plus side dinner was faultless from start to finish. Breakfast menu not extensive with no home baking or croissants which I would expect in a country house hotel! Staff friendly..we enjoyed our stay. Would... More

Booked the hotel at short notice, the drive up to the hotel is very pleasant with lots of rabbits in the grounds. We were greeted and the door and the check in was smooth and personal. The rooms are like a walk back in time reminiscent of a period drama. Our room had a canopy over the beed and fireplace,... More

Ardtara is a nice place and the staff were friendly but I did not find that this place was of a standard that merits a bluebook status when one considers the high standards set by other such hotels throughout Ireland. The location is nice but nothing special. There is a housing estate a short walk outside the front of the... More

Love Ardtara for a beautiful dining experience. Service, ambience and food all great. It's always a pleasure to eat. Have already booked again for this month. If you are in the area try it. Rooms look great but regrettably have never stayed.