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Rural Irish Country Cottages

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A delightful two-bedroom bungalow resting in Ballycullane, County Wexford. Smart TV. Enclosed garden. Close to amenities. New Ross 11.3 miles; Rosslare 26 miles. (Ref. 1070476)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from $548

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A traditional two-bedroom cottage nestled in Curra, near Clondrohid, County Cork. Views. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Macroom 4 miles; Millstreet 11.9 miles; Cork 30.2 miles. (Ref. 1078255)

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7 nights from $663

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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A beautiful bungalow situated in the quiet village of Slavary near Buncrana, County Donegal. Contemporary. Idyllic views. Off-road parking. Londonderry 16.3 miles; Letterkenny 26.9 miles. (Ref. 1073175)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $766

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo
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Fort Lodge, a charming holiday bungalow located on the outskirts of the lovely town of Newcastle West, County Limerick. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Limerick 28.2 miles. (Ref. 1158174)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $414

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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Rathroe Meadows, a stunning family house in the charming townland of Ramsgrange, County Wexford. Pet-friendly. Child-friendly. Short drive to beach. Waterford 10.4 miles; Tramore 14.4 miles; Wexford 22 miles. (Ref. 1158366)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $686

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  • Bedrooms5
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Beautiful property steeped in history, nestled in the bustling, harbour town of Dungarvan in County Waterford. WiFi. Large, pretty gardens. Open fire. Shop and pub 5 mins walk. (Ref. 993150)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $1090

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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High-quality, stunning, detached cottage in Kerry. Magnificent sea and mountain views. Close to the village of Castlegregory. Ideal touring base for Dingle Peninsula. Castlegregory 2.5 miles. (Ref. 16448)

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7 nights from $637

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A fantastic house with amazing views located on the Beara Peninsula in County Kerry. Solid fuel stove. Two bathrooms. Plenty to see and do in the area. Lauragh village 1 mile. Kenmare 15 miles. (Ref. 928191)

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7 nights from $601

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Kyleatunna is a traditional, detached home resting rurally in Kilmaley near Ennis, County Clare. Family-friendly. Woodland views. Pet-friendly. Open fire. Limerick 28.5 miles; Galway 54.4 miles. (Ref. 1144471)

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7 nights from $513

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  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Delightful semi-detached cottage near Waterville. Solid fuel stove. Sun trap patio. Open plan living area. On the Ring of Kerry. Waterville 2 miles. (Ref. 25205)

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7 nights from $903

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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Beautiful detached stone cottage in coastal hamlet of Ballinahow. Lovingly refurbished with thick stone walls, well-equipped with picturesque views. Coast 8 mins walk. Ballydavid 4 miles. (Ref. 17689)

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7 nights from $950

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.9

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A newly renovated bungalow settled in Moananagh near Ennistymon, County Clare. Ground-floor living. Near a river. Off-road parking. Lahinch 5.9 miles; Burren National Park 9.1 miles; Ennis 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1097663)

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7 nights from $753

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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Grannys Cottage is a delightful single-storey cottage settled into the rural location of Lemacrossan near Quigley’s Point, County Donegal. Off-road parking. Loch views. Single-storey. Woodburning stove. Quigley’s Point 3.7 miles; Carndonagh 7.6 miles; Bun (Ref. 965389)

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7 nights from $584

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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Corrib, a welcoming thatched holiday cottage resting just outside Oughterard, County Galway. Pet-friendly. Children welcome. Split level. Mountain views. Galway 22.2 miles. (Ref. 1153331)

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7 nights from $637

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  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms3
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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday cottage rests in Dundooan Lower, near Downings, County Donegal. Open plan. Sea views. Off-road parking. Close to a beach. Letterkenny 21 miles. (Ref. 1132562)

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7 nights from $810

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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A lovely three-bedroom house resting in Rosslare Strand, County Wexford. Electric fire. Off-road parking. Near a beach. Enclosed garden. Rosslare Harbour 4.2 miles; Wexford 9 miles. (Ref. 1117827)

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7 nights from $601

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A characterful three-bedroom holiday home, resting in Kilbeg near Borris-in-Ossory, County Laois. Original features. Bedrooms with en-suites. Countryside views. Set on 56-acres of land. Roscrea 10.8 miles; Laois 15.2 miles; Tipperary 49.4 miles. (Ref. 1001729)

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7 nights from $782

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.8

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This traditional detached house is located near Ramelton, County Donegal, Ireland. Woodburning stove. Open fire. Beautiful views. Bedroom with en-suite. Off-road parking. Letterkenny 9.5 miles. (Ref. 1074125)

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  • Games room

7 nights from $970

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4

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Cosy, traditional cottage on the outskirts of Newport near Clew Bay in Mayo. Original features and open fire. Peaceful location. Excellent water activities and walks. Newport 3 miles. (Ref. 27756)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from $344

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A superb detached stone-built cottage close to Waterville. Delightful open plan living area. Solid fuel stove. Beach 1.5 miles. On the Ring of Kerry. Waterville 2 miles. (Ref. 26009)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Games room

7 nights from $1079

Just show me country cottages in Ireland

If you're looking to experience the real Ireland on your next cottage getaway, you might want to consider a stay in one of our Irish country cottages. Shrouded in myth, folklore and unparalleled beauty, Ireland's countryside encases everything which makes the Emerald Isle such an enthralling holiday destination. Think shimmering lakes, grassy peaks and isolated craggy coves. Couple that with welcoming country pubs, characterful hamlets and openhearted people and you're still not even close to uncovering the wealth of attractions available on a country cottage holiday in Ireland.

Discover the beauty of Ireland with our rural country cottages

To explore some truly photo-worthy countryside on your Irish cottage holiday, visit Ireland's North West and Western Coast. Counties Donegal, Mayo and Sligo are festooned with an abundance of rugged heathlands and remote river inlets; whilst County Clare, Cork and Kerry boast uninterrupted emerald peaks, colourful villages and cool lakes. Unearth the haunting landscapes of Connemara, ride the Ring of Kerry through the Killarney National Park or picnic amid the Fermanagh Lakelands on your country cottage holiday on Ireland's stunning West Coast.

If you'd prefer to stay in Ireland's easily accessible South East, don't fret because there's still plenty of Irish countryside to admire. For a country cottage holiday within a short drive of Dublin, find an Irish holiday cottage near the Wicklow National Park. This illustrious patch of East Ireland is awash with enchanting forests, golden seashores and charming fishing villages such as Blainroe; perfect for a reclusive romantic retreat away from the usual tourist traps!

We've a wonderful selection of Irish country cottages dotted across the landscape, so choose your perfect country cottage from our selection of self-catering cottages in Ireland today!

Please find below self catering Irish holiday cottages that are located in the countryside.