Rest a While

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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional
  • Houses
  • Exceptional breakfast
  • Free on-site parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
    500 Mbps
  • View
  • Adults only
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Terrace

This bed and breakfast is situated in a country location on the edge of Bushmills village, 3 miles from the Giant’s Causeway. Just 800 metres from the Bushmills Distillery, there is free WiFi and free parking on site. Each room at Rest A While features a flat-screen TV, an en suite bathroom, and tea/coffee making facilities. All guests can select from a full breakfast menu that is served each morning and includes: 1.Croissants & crackers alongside a selection of cheese 2.Danish pastries – 5 x mini selection. 3.Sausage, bacon, egg, potato bread, beans & tomato. 4.Bacon & poached eggs with wheaten bread and tomato. 5.Avocado with sourdough and tomato. (Add eggs ? Y/N) 6.Mushrooms & poached eggs with wheaten bread & tomato 7.Beans on toast. (Add egg ? Y/N) The seaside resorts of Portrush and Portstewart can be reached 15-20 minutes’ drive, while Dunluce Castle is less than a 10-minute drive from Rest A While.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Phillip
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Quiet location, Gail was so lovely and couldn’t do enough for you.”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Gail was a really efficient, professional host. The accommodation was of a high standard. A very slick operation. Great choice of breakfast. Great location. Thanks for your hospitality and great conversation Gail ! Would definitely stay...”
Geoff
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good location for Giants Causway and north coast walks.”
Eileen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location for exploring north coast tourist attractions - it was so central. Looks exactly like the pictures - it was private and I felt secure. We didn’t have to ask for anything thing additional to meet our needs. Fashionable, clean,...”
Michelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room was very clean and modern, and the bed was extremely comfortable. Location is a 2 minutes away from the main Bushmills town so it's close enough to all the amenities yet further away to enjoy the quiet surroundings. Also very close to the...”
Daniel
Australia Australia
“Lovely B&B and great breakfast which was cooked to order. The host (Gail) was very friendly and welcoming. A couple of welcome chocolates provided which was a lovely gesture.”
Udo
Austria Austria
“Very clean and nice place - host was very friendly and helpful - breakfast extraordinary!!!!!”
Angela
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly and helpful hostess. Nice location out of town, some passing traffic. Close to giant's causeway. Delicious breakfasts with wider choice.”
Silvia
Curaçao Curaçao
“Very nice Bed and Breackfast, Gail was very friendly.She gave us very good advice what and when to visit The Giant Causeway and also The Dark Hedges. Breakfast was very good, beds were also very comfortable. Location was also very nice”
Pauline
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean and welcoming B&B. Our host Gail was very friendly and made sure that we were well looked after. Beutifully located just outside Bushmills centre (but may not suit anyone looking to walk in to centre of town)”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Rest A While

Company review score: 9.8Based on 383 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hi, Im Gail. I'll be your host during your stay with us.

Property information

Rest A While bed & breakfast is sited on the edge of Bushmills village in the heart of the glorious Causeway coast. Set in a country location 800 metres from the Bushmills Distillery and less than 3 miles from the Giants Causeway. The seaside resorts of Portrush & Portstewart, Carrick-a-rede rope bridge, Dunluce Castle and the many golf courses, including Royal Portrush are all within a few miles. We have double/twin and family rooms all en-suite with TV and tea/coffee making facilities. A lounge area with free broadband internet access is also available. Rest A While is a no smoking area with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Open all year. All guests can select from a full breakfast menu that is served each morning and includes: 1.Croissants & crackers alongside a selection of cheese 2.Danish pastries – 5 x mini selection. 3.Sausage, bacon, egg, potato bread, beans & tomato. 4.Bacon & poached eggs with wheaten bread and tomato. 5.Avocado with sourdough and tomato. (Add eggs ? Y/N) 6.Mushrooms & poached eggs with wheaten bread & tomato 7.Beans on toast. (Add egg ? Y/N)

Neighbourhood information

Rest A While bed & breakfast is sited on the edge of Bushmills village in the heart of the glorious Causeway coast. Set in a country location 600 metres from the Bushmills Distillery and less than 3 miles from the Giants Causeway. The seaside resorts of Portrush & Portstewart, Carrick-a-rede rope bridge, Dunluce castle and the many golf courses, including Royal Portrush are all within a few miles.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Exceptional breakfast included with all options.
  • Served daily
    07:00 to 09:00
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Butter • Cheese • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Local specialities • Cooked/warm meals • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Hot chocolate • Fruit juice
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House rules

Rest a While takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 10:30 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

You are advised to bring your own vehicle as this property is not serviced by public transport.

Quiet hours are between 10:30:00 and 07:00:00.