Ardtara Country House & Restaurant

8 Gorteade Road, Upperlands, BT46 5SA , Co. Derry
Tel: +44 28 796 44490 Fax: +44 28 796 45080 Email: info@ardtara.com Website: www.ardtara.com

Set amidst 10 wooded acres, Ardtara is an elegant 19th century mansion in the heart of Northern Ireland. Just 15 minutes from Seamus Heaney HomePlace and within 45 minutes of both Belfast & Derry, the Giant’s Causeway, the Antrim coast, Royal Portrush golf club and many Game of Thrones film locations, it’s the perfect base from which to explore the local area and Northern Ireland.

With an emphasis on using seasonal local produce and fruit and vegetables from the gardens, Ardtara'a award-winning restaurant serves exquisite dinners, a casual lounge menu, sumptuous afternoon teas and a superb Sunday lunch.

This charming house features a plethora of original Victorian features including working fireplaces in the bedrooms, which are uniquely designed in-keeping with the style of the house but with all modern conveniences and comforts.

Recent Awards:

Best Guest Accommodation in Northern Ireland 2016/17 (AA)

Romantic Hotel of the Year 2017. 

Recommended in the Michelin Guide 2019

Proprietors: 

Roulston & Orr Families

Directions:

  • Take M2/M22/A6 north toward Derry/Londonderry.
  • 7 miles past the Castledawson roundabout, take A29 through Maghera. Continue on A29 towards Coleraine for three miles out of Maghera to the right turn on to B75. Proceed one mile into Upperlands. Ardtara sign is on the left towards the end of the village.

Special Offers

Easter Break B&B

Enjoy an overnight stay at Ardtara and a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning. 

Note 3 course dinner is available in our Michelin recommended restaurant 5pm-9pm, (for reservations call 02879644490 or email info@ardtara.com).

Early Bird 3 Courses from £27.50pp or A La Carte Dinner 3 Courses from £39.95pp

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £59.50
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One Night Getaway Dinner B&B

Relax and unwind in the idyllic and peaceful surroundings of Ardtara with an overnight stay, 3 course evening dinner in our award winning restaurant and a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning is included.

We are best able to guarantee our guests’ chosen time for dinner with a week’s notice. Thank you.

Over the past 20 years, Ardtara has hosted 'romantic couples', 'golfing heroes', 'Nobel prize winners', 'Olympic  champions', 'Hollywood celebrities', as well as thousands of loyal locals. 

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online.

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £99.50
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Midweek Two Night Escape (Dinner B&B)

Relax and unwind in the idyllic surroundings of Ardtara with a two night stay, 3 course dinner each evening and enjoy a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning. 

Stroll around our garden and woodland by day and by night enjoy our cosy open fires throughout the house (including the bedrooms) for an added touch of ambiance before sampling our diverse and seasonal menu in our award winning restaurant.

We are best able to guarantee our guests’ chosen time for dinner with a week’s notice. Thank you

Over the past 20 years, Ardtara has hosted 'romantic couples', 'golfing heroes', 'Nobel prize winners', 'Olympic  champions', 'Hollywood celebrities', as well as thousands of loyal locals. 

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online. 

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £200
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Gourmet Package

Calling all foodies. This is the package for you!
Experience the award winning cuisine that Ardtara has become famous for.

2 night stay

Breakfast cooked to order on both mornings

Our stunning 6 course tasting menu in our Michelin recommended restaurant

Afternoon tea

Package of our Guinness wheaten bread mix to take home with you

*Please let us know in advance your preferred day to have afternoon tea 

from £197.50
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Seamus Heaney Homeplace Package

Enjoy a one night midweek stay at Ardtara with 3 course evening dinner in our award winning restaurant and a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning. Also 2 tickets for admission to the Seamus Heaney homeplace in Bellaghy.

Available on wednesday or thursday evenings.

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online.

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £106.50
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Romance Package

Having twice been voted the most romantic hotel in Northern Ireland, you are already halfway there. Spoil each other rotten with Champagne on arrival, chocolates and flowers from Willow & Twine in your room, evening dinner in our Michelin recommended restaurant and, most importantly, an extra hour of cuddles in bed with a late check out at 12.30.

Package includes breakfast cooked to order.

from £159.50
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Game of Thrones Stay Over with B&B

*GAME OF THRONES SPECIAL OFFER”

*This offer is not sponsored, endorsed or affiliated with HBO or anyone associated with Game of Thrones

Get Game of Thrones filming site map with Sat-Nav settings from £69.50 pps per night, package inlcudes overnight accommodation and a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning.

Ardtara is right in the middle of GoT film sites in Co. Antrim & Co. L’Derry. Combine a day or two of fabulous exploring with Ardtara’s award-winning cuisine.

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online.

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

 

from £69.50
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Weekend Two Night Escape (Dinner B&B)

Relax and unwind in the idyllic surroundings of Ardtara with a two night stay, 3 course evening dinner each evening and enjoy a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning. 

Explore the grounds of the house by day and by night our cosy open fires throughout the house (including the bedrooms) add a touch of ambiance before sampling our diverse and seasonal menu in our award winning restaurant.

We are best able to guarantee our guests’ chosen time for dinner with a week’s notice. Thank you

Over the past 20 years, Ardtara has hosted 'romantic couples', 'golfing heroes', 'Nobel prize winners', 'Olympic  champions', 'Hollywood celebrities', as well as thousands of loyal locals. 

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online.

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £215
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Sizzling Barbeque Cooking Demo with Ian Orr (Includes Dinner, B&B)

This cookery demonstration is 'Sizzling Barbeque' with Chef Patron Ian Orr at Ardtara on Thursday 30th May 2019 at 7pm.

Pick up lots of hints and tips from one of Ireland's leading chefs, and learn how to recreate these beautiful dishes at home. The Demonstration is followed by a fabulous 3 Course Meal and afterwards stay the night in one of our beautiful rooms (Double or Twin beds available) all rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms and most have original working fireplaces. A choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning is included in the package.

For further details and to reserve your table/accommodation call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book online.

from £109.50
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French Wine Dinner (Includes B&B)

Our French Wine Dinner is on Friday 21st June 2019 at 8pm.
A sumptuous 5 course tasting menu, each course paired with wine, includes Prosecco on arrival. Complete your experience by staying overnight in one of our beautifully restored en-suite bedrooms at Ardtara and have full Irish breakfast the following morning.  Wine Dinner only £79.95 per person / Wine Dinner, B&B package from £164.50pp.  

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online. 

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £164.50
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Desserts Cookery Demo with Ian Orr (Includes Dinner, B&B)

The Desserts Cookery Demonstration with Chef Patron Ian Orr at Ardtara is on Thursday 25th July at 7pm.

Pick up lots of hints and tips from one of Ireland's leading chefs, and learn how to recreate popular desserts at home. The Demonstration is followed by a fabulous 3 Course Meal and afterwards stay the night in one of our beautiful rooms (Double or Twin beds available) all rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms and most have original working fireplaces. A choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning is included in the package.

For further details and to reserve your table/accommodation call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book online.


Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £114.50
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September Italian Cookery Demo with Ian Orr (Includes B&B)

Our 2nd Italian Cookery Demonstration of the year with Chef Patron Ian Orr will take place on Thursday 12th September 2019 at 7pm.

Pick up lots of hints and tips from one of Ireland's leading chefs, and learn how to recreate these beautiful dishes at home. The Demonstration is followed by a fabulous 3 Course Meal and afterwards stay the night in one of our beautiful rooms (Double or Twin beds available) all rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms and most have original working fireplaces. A choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning is included in the package.

For further details and to reserve your table/accommodation call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book online.


Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £114.50
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Champagne Dinner (Includes Overnight stay & Breakfast)

For an elegant evening out, come along to our fabulous Champagne Dinner on Friday 25th October 2019. Enjoy Champagne on arrival and a five course tasting menu perfectly paired with a range of Champagnes; a wonderful dining experience and a delight for foodies and Champagne lovers. Then stay the night in one of our beautiful rooms (Double or Twin beds available) all rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms and most have original working fireplaces. A choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning is included in the package.

For further details and to reserve your table/accommodation call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book online.

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £159.50
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Last word in luxury

Our Ultimate package showcasing all the very best that Ardtara has to offer. Stay for two nights in one of our individually designed Superior bedrooms with breakfast cooked to order both mornings. Arrive to a chilled bottle of Moet & Chandon in your bedroom, a floral bouquet from Willow & Twine and some chocolates. Satisfy your inner connoisseur with a 6 course tasting menu in our Michelin recommended restaurant. Soak up local culture with two tickets to the Seamus Heaney Homeplace and come back to enjoy afternoon tea along with some bubbles or our very own “Hall on the Hill” Ardtara Gin & Tonic.

This package is subject to availability. To book please call 02879644490 or email info@ardtara.com

from £375
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Overnight Stay B&B

Enjoy an overnight stay at Ardtara and a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning. 

Note 3 course dinner is available in our Award Winning Restaurant from Wednesday to Saturday 5pm-9pm, and Sunday lunch from 12.30pm to 3.30pm and dinner from 5.00pm to 8.00pm (for reservations call 02879644490 or email info@ardtara.com).

Early Bird 3 Courses from £27.50pp or A La Carte Dinner 3 Courses from £39.95pp

For reservations call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book directly online

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £59.50
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Supper Club with Music + B&B

Ardtara's next Supper Club is on Friday 15th November 2019 with John Burns and Billy Mc Combe

Supper followed by ‘Second Chance’ playing a selection of classic hits from the golden era of music of the 50s and 60s – bring your dancing shoes and get ready for a foot stomping, hand clapping, rocking good night.

Supper and overnight accommodation inlcuding a choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning : From £99.50 per person including tickets to the show and supper.

For further information and to purchase tickets, tel 028 7964 4490, email info@ardtara.com or book here online

Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.





from £99.50
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A Perfect Christmas Cookery Demo with Ian Orr (Includes Dinner, B&B)

A 'Perfect Christmas' Cookery Demonstration with Chef Patron Ian Orr (two dates 27th and 28th Nov 2019)

Pick up lots of hints and tips from one of Ireland's leading chefs, and learn how to cook the perfect Christmas dinner at home. The Demonstration is followed by a fabulous 3 Course Meal and afterwards stay the night in one of our beautiful rooms (Double or Twin beds available) all rooms are equipped with en suite bathrooms and most have original working fireplaces. A choice of freshly cooked Breakfasts the following morning is included in the package.

For further details and to reserve your table/accommodation call 02879644490, email info@ardtara.com or book online.


Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland, Best Customer Service Ulster, 2017
AA Awarded Guest Accommodation of the Year 2016/2017
2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Irish Restaurant Association of Ireland,Best Hotel Restaurant 2015
Michelin Guide and a member of the prestigious “Ireland’s Blue Book”.

from £99.50
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Ireland's Blue Book is a collection of Irish Country House Hotels, Historic Manor Houses, Castles and Restaurants located throughout the island of Ireland. Below is a full list of our houses and restaurants and the map above shows each of their locations.

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