Josie’s Place @ Water’s Edge is exactly where the name suggests, we are at the edge of the intoxicatingly scenic Glenarm Bay, mid-way between Belfast and The Giant’s Causeway. Previously an award winning 5 Star B&B, the property now has one level access self catering apartment across the road from the beach at Glenarm Bay. If visiting Glenarm Castle, we are 5 minutes walk from the castle entrance. The beach is literally across the road and the enchanting forest and village amenities a short stroll from the door. Belfast is 40 minutes by road and the City and International airports a mere 45 minutes. The Giant's Causeway is under an hour along the world famous Causeway Coastal Route hugging the coast at the base of the stunning Glens of Antrim.

When we left our office jobs to follow our dream of living in a beautiful place by the sea we wanted to be able to share it. We knew immediately that we wanted to make our home here in Glenarm, an oasis of calm. Our vision was to create something special for our guests, so they could relax and breathe the clear sea air. We aspired to urge visitors to the Causeway Coastal Route and the Glens of Antrim to want to stay and lose themselves in the magic of our surrounding area. We aim to treat all our guests to an experience of luxury and to feel at home leaving you wishing you had stayed longer. We know a lot about Ireland and we are very happy to advise on planning your trip to Northern Ireland before you arrive and during your stay. We can help you learn about the fabulous geography, and the myths and legends, fairy hills and fairy trees that make Ireland so special.

Glenarm is reputed to be one of the oldest villages in Ireland (received a Charter from King John) and is the first (or last depending on direction of travel) of the great Glens of Antrim, famous for music, myths and legends. We are at the foot of the Antrim Hills Way and receive many walkers traversing the Ulster Way or those merely looking for a more leisurely holiday walking the coast or Glenarm Forest. Glenarm boasts a popular Marina (some 600 boats per year visiting Glenarm. Glenarm Castle is 5 mins from our door and is home to the Earl of Antrim - the castle is open on a few weekends during the year and has a fabulous walled garden and tearoom open throughout the summer. Game of Thrones fans will be well aware of the significance of Glenarm, in particular it is home to Steensons Jewellers who have made many of the signature pieces used in the TV show. We have been able to watch the movement of GoT caravans as they move up and down our coastline filming scenes for the show. Less than 45 mins from Belfast airports and Belfast amenities, 50 mins to the Giants Causeway and the North Coast and 20mins from the sea port at Larne makes Water's Edge and ideal location for touring.