Blackhead Lightkeepers' Houses are ideally situated on the North Shore of Belfast Lough. The panoramic views from this property are stunning and fill visitors with pure delight and admiration.
See & Do The Gobbins Cliff Path (10 mins) - Very Popular - Booking in advance recommended Whitehead Golf Club (3 mins) Bird Watching in Co. Antrim Carnfunnock Country Park (25mins)
History Blackhead Lighthouse was built and its light first exhibited in 1902.
The lighthouse also had an explosive fog signal when it first began operation.
Blackhead Lighthouse would have guided many famous vessels during Belfast's golden age of shipping, including the ill-fated Titanic.
Blackhead Lighthouse was converted to electric operation in 1965.
Lightkeepers lived at the station until 1975.
There's a lovely coastal path that takes you up past sea caves and coves to the Gobbins or south to the Victorian seaside resort of Whitehead.
The Blackhead Lighthouse and Coastal Walk is approximately 2.4 kilometres (from Whitehead to the lighthouse and back).
Belfast Lough is an Area of Special Scientific Interest famed for its bird population.
This lighthouse marks the North East approaches to Belfast Lough. It's also a significant passing light for North/South offshore traffic.
It is one of 70 lighthouses operated by the Commissioners of Irish Lights around the coast of Ireland and continues to provide a vital role in maritime safety today.
Fabulous place. Great views, super walks nearby, cosy fire and lovely accommodation that has upheld the integrity of the old property. What a place? A must to visit in Northern Ireland- a wee hidden gem!
Up Front Reviews
January - 2019
My friends and I spent a much anticipated stay at the Lightkeeper's Houses at Blackhead last weekend and it was just what we had hoped for. Pamela was so accommodating, and the House was glorious. In fact it was all so cosy and relaxing that the only problem was that we didn't want to leave on Sunday! The kitchen is well fitted out, the open fire gorgeous and the beds very comfortable.
Up Front Reviews
January - 2019
"Another World"
The real charm of this enchanted place is the presence of the lighthouse. And the discoveries to be made as the subtle littoral world reveals itself around coastal walks. The views are astonishing and the surprise is how quickly visitors transition from the edge of the city and small towns and estates into this oceanic space. The house is so welcoming and benefits from the best stocked library of classics, Le Fanu and J. M. Barrie. And the nearby town of Whitehead is full of small outlets for high quality local produce. The only downside: we didn’t stay long enough.
Up Front Reviews
December - 2018
Stayed here for 4 nights for a family Christmas. 12 people including children taking both houses 1+2. Age 80-4 yrs. Interconnecting door was great. Houses and kitchens very well equipped- we’re cooks. Enjoyed costal path to Whitehead and being able to cycle around the paths. It was quiet, which was lovely , lots of books on site. Fully recommend . Note ; for things like limes or spices there are three good supermarkets in Carrigfergus 15 mins away. Small stuff avail locally.
Up Front Reviews
November - 2018
"Perfect weekend away"
My family was visiting from California and wanted to see the Belfast Titanic Museum and Giants Causeway. We were so happy we didn't go with the usual hotel stay because the light keepers house was so perfect for our needs! Quality family time playing boardgames at night and exploring the lighthouse grounds. Would highly recommend. Only regret: not having booked for a few extra nights :) And it made everyone happy we were contributing towards keeping Irish history alive by staying in such a beautiful piece of our past.
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