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A two-story house with a gravel driveway and shrubs in front at Laceys Harbour in Duncannon County Wexford
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Duncannon, County Wexford, Y34 N
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Lacey's Harbour is a charming house situated close to a beach near Duncannon, County Wexford, with a woodburning stove, countryside views, and Smart TV. Waterford 12.2 miles by ferry (30 miles by road), New Ross 14.9 miles. (Ref. 1173674)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £526

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A two-story house with a front lawn and a concrete pathway leading to the front door at Meadow View in Quin County Clare
33
Quin, County Clare, V95 H
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A remarkable farmhouse nestled in the little village of Quin, County Clare. Enclosed garden. Rural location. Family-friendly. Ennis 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1077654)

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


for 7 nights £579

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A house with a garden and a patio area at Valley View House Kealkill, County Cork
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Bantry, County Cork, P75 E
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Valley View House is a tremendous pet-friendly farmhouse near Kealkill, County Cork, with an open-plan living area, electric fire, and exposed stonework. Bantry 5.2 miles. (Ref. 1173252)

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


for 7 nights £479

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A house with a pitched roof and solar panels on a large grassy lawn with trees at Bunny Lane in Cloonflynn near Ballycarra County Mayo
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Cloonflynn near Ballycarra, County Mayo, F12 T
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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Bunny Lane is a charming detached house located in the quaint village of Cloonflyn near Ballycarra in County Mayo. WiFi. Parkland garden. No pets. Remote. Balla 5.1 miles; Castlebar 9.4 miles; Westport 17.8 miles (Ref. 1151934)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £443

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A driveway leading to two white houses with black trim and a green lawn at Coastal Hideaway in Dromore near Mountcharles County Donegal
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Dromore near Mountcharles, County Donegal, F94 Y
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

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Coastal Hideaway in a delightful dwelling ideal for couples with countryside views and hiking routes from the doorstep, located in Dromore, County Donegal. Donegal 5.1 miles; Letterkenny 35.5 miles; Aran Island 39.6 miles. (Ref. 1166190)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £333

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A white stone cottage with red doors and windows with bushes and potted plants outside at Cartron Cottage in Ballintubber County Mayo
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Ballintubber, County Mayo, F12 D
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A detached, character cottage resting on the outskirts of Ballintubber, County Mayo. Woodburning stove. Rural. Open-plan. Castlebar 8.7 miles; Westport 12 miles; Mallaranny 30.7 miles. (Ref. 1111008)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £393

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The exterior of a semi detached house with a black front door a paved pathway and a metal gate at 35 Laune View in Killorglin near Killarney
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Killorglin, near Killarney, V93 N
  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

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A tasteful holiday home in the town of Killorglin in County Kerry, Ireland. Views of River Laune. En-suite. Woodburner. (Ref. 999150)

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


for 7 nights £466

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A house with white and orange exterior walls a green door and patio furniture outside at Curhoor Near Loughrea County Galway
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Near Loughrea, County Galway, H62 H
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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CURHOOR is a delightful cottage resting in the town of Loughrea in County Galway. Single-storey. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Private garden. Pet-friendly. Athenry 17.8 miles; Gort 17.1 miles; Portumna 18.7 miles; Galway 27.3 miles. (Ref. 1150726)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £483

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A gravel driveway leading to a two-story house with a stone wall and a green gate at Ballycahane in Castletownshend County Cork
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Castletownshend, County Cork, P81 C
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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This lovely, detached holiday home rests in Ballycahane, County Cork. Sea views. Bedrooms with en-suites. Woodburning stove. Skibbereen 6.9 miles; Glandore 7.5 miles; Cork 51.7 miles (Ref. 1127193)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £659

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A stone house with black doors and windows and a wooden table with two chairs on grass at Johnson's Cottage in Brandon near Cloghane
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Brandon near Cloghane, V92 C
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Johnson's Cottage is an attractive stone abode set in the countryside of Brandon near Cloghane, County Kerry, enjoying woodburning stoves and a balcony. Dingle 11.8 miles; Tralee 25.5 miles; Killarney 41.3 miles. (Ref. 1171243)

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


for 7 nights £447

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Ranny Roe - 1018091 - photo 1
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Portsalon, County Donegal, F92H
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A superbly appointed, detached property resting on the outskirts of Kerrykeel. All-ground-floor. Two pets welcome. WiFi. (Ref. 1018091)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV


for 7 nights £468

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A house with a gravel driveway and green lawn with trees at Mill House Redcastle near Moville County Donegal
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Redcastle near Moville, County Donegal, F93 Y
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsYes

    5.0★

    Perfect

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Mill House is a detached house resting in Redcastle near Moville, County Donegal, equipped with a woodburning stove and wheelchair-friendly amenities. Greencastle 5.2 miles; Shrove 8 miles; Derry/Londonderry 16.9 miles. (Ref. 1164144)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £687

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A house with arched windows and a lawn with a large rock in front at Barr na hAille Ballyickeen near Dingle County Kerry
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Ballyickeen near Dingle, County Kerry, V92 P
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.6★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Barr na hAille is a delightful, single-storey house located in Ballyickeen in County Kerry, off-road parking, and boasting stunning sea views. Dingle 10.2 miles; Tralee 40.5 miles; Killarney 50.2 miles; Cork 104 miles. (Ref. 1171827)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £517

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An outdoor stone patio area with a wooden door stone stairs metal chairs and tables and potted plants at The Abraham in Castledermot County Kildare
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Castledermot, County Kildare, R14 T
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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The Abraham is a delightful, characterful couple’s retreat resting in the countryside of Belan, near Castledermot, County Kildare. Woodburning stove. Castledermot 3.5 miles. (Ref. 1148972)

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


for 7 nights £245

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Exterior of a stone and white cottage with black door and two potted plants at Cherry Blossom Cottage in Quilty County Clare
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Quilty, County Clare, V95 N
  • Sleeps11
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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A large and spacious, detached house resting in Quilty, County Clare. Open fire. Garden. Off-road parking. Distant sea views. Countryside setting. Spanish Point 3.3 miles; Miltown Malbay 3.6 miles; Lahinch 11.6 miles. (Ref. 1059276)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly


for 7 nights £733

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A house with a stone exterior and driveway at Woodlawn Retreat in Portanure near Lough Gowna
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Portanure near Lough Gowna, H12 N
  • Sleeps12
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

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Woodlawn Retreat is a truly wonderful holiday home situated in the picturesque Irish village of Lough Gowna in County Cavan, with a woodburning stove. Cavan 16.7 miles; Longford 18.5 miles. (Ref. 1183412)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £1473

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A detached house with a grey roof and multiple windows surrounded by a lawn and green hills at Dooneen near Castletownshend County Cork
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Dooneen near Castletownshend, County Cork, p81 D
  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms6
  • PetsNo

    4.9★

    Outstanding

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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)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine


for 7 nights £494

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A gravel driveway leading to a two-story house with a yellow door and a stone building on the left surrounded by grass and trees at Coffey's in Ballymacarbry County Waterford
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Ballymacarbry, County Waterford, E91X
  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    5.0★

    Perfect

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A characterful three-bedroom cottage resting rurally in Ballymacarbry, County Waterford. Rural. Family-friendly. Open fire. Clonmel 11.6 miles; Waterford 32.4 miles. (Ref. 1118815)

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


for 7 nights £706

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A single story house with a surrounding lawn and flower garden in front at Nellys House in Gortahork County Donegal
56
Gortahork, County Donegal, F92 A
  • Sleeps9
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

Nelly's House is a pet-friendly, detached holiday home located in the quaint village of Gortahork in County Donegal with an open fire. Glenveagh National Park 11.5 miles; Dungloe 18 miles; Letterkenny 27 miles. (Ref. 1162213)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room


for 7 nights £566

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A living room with brown leather sofas a wooden coffee table a fireplace and a television at Pebble Lodge in Kenmare County Kerry
31
Kenmare, County Kerry, V93 D
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.8★

    Outstanding

  • Sykes rating

This beautifully-appointed, semi-detached house sits in Kenmare, County Kerry. Off-road parking. Open-plan living. Enclosed garden. Close to coast. Pet-friendly. Bedroom with en-suite. Glengarriff 17. 9 miles; Killarney 19.8 miles. (Ref. 1086317)

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


for 7 nights £568

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