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A charming, detached house settled in Ballyoughtera near Rosscarbery, County Cork. Pet-friendly. Enclosed rear garden. Countryside views. Clonakilty 7.8 miles; Skibbereen 9.8 miles. (Ref. 1098389)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $518

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.4

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A lovely detached single-storey cottage located in a quiet position near the village of Ballyconneely, County Galway. Walking distance to beaches. Spectacular countryside location. Clifden 7 miles. (Ref. 903626)

  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
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7 nights from $493

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A contemporary, single-storey cottage resting in Greencastle, County Donegal. Countryside views. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor living. Stylish. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities and the beach. Moville 2.1 miles. (Ref. 1123849)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $655

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    2.7

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A stone-built, detached Ballinrobe cottage with Wifi just a short walk from the shores of Lough Mask. Cosy, comfortable accommodation with a woodburner and exposed stone walls. Ballinrobe 2 miles. (Ref. 4191)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $630

  • 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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $601

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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A lovely, detached apartment situated next to the owner's home and close to the seaside town of Ballybunnion, Co. Kerry. One ground floor bedroom. Spacious, bright and modern. WiFi. Private patio. Ballybunnion 3 miles. (Ref. 914867)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $632

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $637

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    5.0

    Perfect

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A charming, two-bedroom holiday home in Dooros near Woodford, County Galway. En-suite bedrooms. Dog-friendly. Close to a Lough. Portumna 11.7 miles; Loughrea 19.4 miles. (Ref. 1128745)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $900

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.5

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A superb lodge-style property resting on the outskirts of the beautiful village of Clonegal in County Wicklow, Ireland. All-ground-floor. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Bunclody 14.2 miles. (Ref. 1002096) (Ref. 1002096)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $555

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  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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A lovely ground-floor cottage resting in Meenadinna, County Donegal, Ireland. Accessible accommodation. Outstanding views. Adara 8.3 miles; Killybegs 18.9 miles; Donegal 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1054946)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV

7 nights from $449

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.7

    Outstanding

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Full of in character and charm and located near the village of Carrigallen, Co. Leitrim is this detached former schoolhouse. Pet-friendly. Three bathrooms. Two open fires. Stunning views. Peaceful location. Carrigallen 4 miles. (Ref. 27798)

  • Wi-fi
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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $518

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A spacious, detached cottage is settled in Partry near Ballinrobe, County Mayo. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Ground-floor living. Westport 15.1 miles; Galway 35.5 miles. (Ref. 1101752)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $886

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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Ben Brack, a welcoming thatched holiday cottage resting in Recess, just outside Oughterard, County Galway. Pet-friendly. Children welcome. Scenic valley views. Galway 22.2 miles. (Ref. 1153333)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from $505

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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Detached farmhouse near Touraneena. Homely and welcoming. Well equipped. Solid fuel stove. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Excellent touring base. Touraneena 5 miles. (Ref. 932008)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $833

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.5

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A semi-detached property resting within the region of Ring in County Waterford, Ireland. Ground-floor bedroom. WiFi. Pub within 0.2 miles. Dungarvan 5.5 miles. (Ref. 1018032)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from $593

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  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms7
  • PetsYes
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House on Ring Fort Hill is a lovely, detached holiday home resting in Coshia, near Dowings in County Donegal. Countryside views. Ground-floor living. Dishwasher. Downings 7.1 miles; Letterkenny 22.1 miles.Rahmullan 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1154489)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from $989

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  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.8

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Charming traditional cottage close to the shore on Valentia Island. Well-equipped, comfortable accommodation. Delightful rear garden. Knightstown 1 mile. (Ref. 2570)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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7 nights from $358

  • 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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  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Washing machine
  • Games room

7 nights from $987

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo
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Lakeview Retreat is a beautiful first-floor apartment resting in Lackaroe near Portroe, Co. Tipperary. Lake and mountain views. Off-road parking. Private garden. Nenagh 8.6 miles; Dromineer 15.7 miles; Limerick 23 miles. (Ref. 1119116)

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  • Washing machine

7 nights from $832

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Outstanding

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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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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $904

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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.