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Ardtara Country House

4.0 star property

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A large, historic building with multiple windows and a well-lit entrance.
A traditional room with a fireplace, green armchairs, a table with tea set, and a cabinet with glass doors.
A traditional room with a bar area, a fireplace, and a green armchair.
A dining area with tables set for meals, wine glasses, and a vase with flowers.
A cozy living room with a floral sofa, a red armchair, and a coffee table with tea set.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$333
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Explore the area

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8 Gorteade Rd, Maghera, Northern Ireland, BT46 5SA
  • Place, The Quadrangle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Maghera Library
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sperrins
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Londonderry (LDY-City of Derry)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a dresser, and a television.

Classic Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Upperlands

At Ardtara Country House, you'll be 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from The Quadrangle and 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Maghera Library. Highlights at this hotel include free cooked-to-order breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Maghera hotel include Mullagh Bridge Picnic Area and Tobermore Golf Centre.

What's nearby

  • The Quadrangle - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Maghera Library - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Mullagh Bridge Picnic Area - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Sperrins - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Seamus Heaney HomePlace - 18 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Ballymoney Station - 27 min drive
  • Belfast International Airport (BFS) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cosy Corner Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Friels Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Café 3121 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shop - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Ardtara Country House

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Ardtara Country House also features a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Maghera hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ardtara Country House offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. This Maghera hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Slippers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ardtara Country House?

Ardtara Country House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ardtara Country House?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ardtara Country House on 2 Sept 2026 start from AU$333, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ardtara Country House?

Yep, Ardtara Country House has a free self car park.

Does Ardtara Country House serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ardtara Country House?

No, Ardtara Country House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ardtara Country House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ardtara Country House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ardtara Country House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ardtara Country House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully friendly staff, beautiful rooms, warm and cozy ambience. Can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic stay! Beautiful property with fantastic staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location, beautiful house with the friendliest most attentive staff. Felt like staying at home. Delicious breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! Everyone was so very kind and we’d love to come back some day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy, friendly hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything lovely from moment we arrived. Food especially was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very attentive and pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The quality of the food was excellent and we really enjoyed the experience and were very impressed by the quality and friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful food and ambience. Attentive staff. Fabulous stay. Can only recommend a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surroundings in the grounds tranquil plus nice to walk around the different areas. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Food was delicious and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent a great small friendly country hotel no fuss friendly staff and excellent food. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service from Sean the General Manager was personal professional accommodating and courteous at all times.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was first class and the dinner is the best meal I've ever had anywhere. Breakfast was also excellent. Sean and the team made us feel very welcome and we had a beautiful, relaxing evening in a wonderful property. Ardtara was a real treat for us and we will definitel be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and helpful. The food was outstanding. Lovely big bed. We did have a room over the restaurant but once it got past 11pm it was so quiet we had a great night’s rest.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant Stay

Stayed for one night! Staff under a lot of pressure with crowd for barbecue/dinner ! They coped very well and our meal was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eamon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful period property overflowing with character whilst subtly including all the modern convenience needed for a favourable stay. Enjoyable, serene gardens that are well worth discovering, and probably the friendliest most welcoming check-in I have ever experienced. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

Ardtara House is amazing. Friendly atmosphere from the forst second with Sean. Room beautiful. Bed so soft. Food out of this world. Small lounges lovely. Drinks first class including their own special blend gin. Breakfast gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful welcoming stay in a spectacular house

Such a lovely stay with the added personal touch from all staff. The house is beautiful and Sean gave us a tour around with great knowledge of the history. We were able to order from either bar menu or restaurant menu and food was amazing. We enjoyed a couple of cocktails after dinner in the small cosy bar were Valerie was very attentive. Bedroom was gorgeous and breakfast was so good the next morning. All in all we had such a welcoming stay for one night in a spectacular house steeped in history
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ardtara is a wonderful, unique gem of a hotel. Full of individual charm and character, with spacious well-equipped rooms, common areas and marvelous gardens, all set against a backdrop of silent Irish countryside. The food is marvelous and the restaurant serves excellent local produce, cooked and served to perfection. Above all the team makes any stay at Ardtara feel special. Sean and Lee Anne made us feel genuinely welcome and the warmth, courtesy and professionalism of all the staff really add the 5th star to our 5 star rating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a super stay at Ardtara on the 13th September. Leanne greeted us on arrival & we were so impressed with her friendliness & knowledge. Lovely rooms, very quiet, just what we needed. Stunning location. Breakfast was just right. Plenty of selection. The man who served us was v cheerful & chatty even though he seemed v busy. I would thoroughly recommend & definitely be back in Winter when we can avail of fire in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ardtara Nordirland skal besøges

Vidunderlig sted med fantastisk service. Som at komme tilbage i tiden med alt hvad vi ønsker i nutiden. Er I i Nord Irland skal Ardtara besøges. Fantastisk restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Søren P.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisk sted i de skønneste omgivelser

Dejligt værelse, fantastisk mad (både morgen og aften) i naturskønne omgivelser.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025