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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
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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $620

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

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A fantastic coastal cottage on the edge of Galway Bay. All ground floor. Solid fuel stove. Sun room. Wild Atlantic Way. Wonderful walks and swimming. Ballinderreen 1.5 miles. (Ref. 921778)

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7 nights from $550

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.6

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Cosy and homely cottage near Doonbeg. Stone feature fireplace with woodburning stove. Walking distance to beach. Excellent touring base. Doonbeg 3 miles. (Ref. 905820)

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7 nights from $531

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms3
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This excellent, three-bedroom holiday home rests in Dundooan Lower, near Downings, County Donegal. Smart TV. Oil stove. Sea views. Enclosed garden. Letterkenny 21.4 miles. (Ref. 1132560)

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7 nights from $769

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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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 $505

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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A lovely three-bedroom holiday home resting in Tomhaggard, County Wexford. Near a beach. Open fire. Family-friendly. Private garden. Kilmore Quay 5.9 miles; Duncormick 9.2 miles. (Ref. 1106979)

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7 nights from $525

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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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)

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7 nights from $510

  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
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A lovely bungalow resting in Killoggin, County Wexford. Dog-friendly. Barbecue. Near a beach. Private garden. Off-road parking. Duncannon 3.7 miles; New Ross 17 miles; Waterford 27.5 miles. (Ref. 1118318)

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7 nights from $804

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A large, detached property situated on the outskirts of Castletownshend, County Cork. Boasting striking sea and countryside views. WiFi. En-Suite bathrooms. Ample off-road parking. Skibbereen 5.8 miles; Rosscarbery 12.8 miles (Ref. 1040103)

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7 nights from $641

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A delightful, three-bedroom cottage situated in Rathmullan, County Donegal. Near a beach. Open fire. Enclosed garden. Characterful features. Close to amenities. Letterkenny 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1134732)

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7 nights from $716

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This delightful detached lodge rests in Ballykeeran near Glasson, County Westmeath. Open-plan. Ample off-road parking. Decking. Near a lake. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Wineport 1.3 miles; Athlone 3.9 miles; Ballymahon 10.7 miles. (Ref. 1082818)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from $903

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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This delightful, three-bedroom holiday cottage rests in Liscarney near Westport, County Mayo. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Close to a lake. Aghagower 4.7 miles. (Ref. 1136388)

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7 nights from $545

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
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A beautiful, detached house overlooking the sea in Ludden near Buncrana, County Donegal. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Close to beach and amenities. TV. Derry 13.7 miles; Letterkenny 24.3 miles. (Ref. 1109418)

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7 nights from $1116

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Charming, detached cottage in the hamlet of Ballintrillick in County Sligo. Homely and comfortable. Open fire. Stunning mountain views. Near sandy beaches. Kinlough 4.3 miles. (Ref. 915832)

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  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from $474

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

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Pretty, detached holiday cottage beside the owner's home, near Beaufort in County Kerry. Bright, cosy accommodation. WiFi. Lawned garden and great views of Carrauntoohil. (Ref. 951421)

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7 nights from $445

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    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 $866

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A stunning, single-storey annexe, resting rurally in Kilraine Upper near Glenties, County Donegal. Romantic. Contemporary. Private patio. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Donegal Town 16.6 miles; Letterkenny 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1135420)

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7 nights from $411

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A beautiful, detached holiday home resting in Attishane near Crossmolina, County Mayo. Woodburning stoves. Remote. Pet-friendly. Ballina 10 miles. (Ref. 1097294)

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7 nights from $614

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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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7 nights from $752

  • 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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7 nights from $916

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.