Holiday houses in Bluegate Cottages

Grangecon Getaway near Rathsallagh

This stylish place to stay is perfect for family & group trips. Tranquil farm location 1km from the beautiful village of Grangecon which is home to Moores Pub & Grangecon Kitchen, 10 minutes drive to Rathsallagh, 30 mins to Kildare Village, Whitewater Shopping Centre Newbridge, Blessington Lakes, Curragh Racecourse & Punchestown Racecourse, 50 mins Glendalough. 75km to Dublin Airport. Offers all the modern comforts & style of a new build with well kitted out kitchen, laundry room and bootroom

Family · Location · Laundry

Murphy’s Thatched Cottage

Take it easy in unique luxury & tranquility, where heritage lives. This beautiful Traditional Irish Thatched Cottage is the home of the Murphy’s for over 260 years It stands the test of time with all its original features lovingly restored, the cottage is more than a stay, it’s an experience. The cottage is west of Mitchelstown a five minute drive away Mitchelstown a Heritage Town with a fascinating history to explore centrally located with Cork, Limerick, Tipperary, Waterford, within a hour

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Luxury mountain self-catering with panoramic views

Quaint, private cottage with luxurious decor at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains Nature Reserve with panoramic views of the mountains and of Co. Laois. Spacious gardens, ample parking, private entrance, outdoor BBQ and picnic area, external laundry room, double jacuzzi bath with rainwater shower, renovated to the highest standard, wifi. 3 mins Mountrath, 5 mins Ballyfin, 15 mins Abbeyleix/Portlaoise, 20 mins Durrow, 40 mins Kilkenny, 1hr Dublin. Ease of access to M6, M7 & M8 motorways.

Value · Location · Walkability

Crab Lane Studios

A beautiful traditional stone built barn converted into a contemporary/industrial/rustic living space with quirky touches. Located in the idyllic foothills of the Wicklow Mountains, on the Wicklow Way, it features an open plan kitchen/living/dining space, a mezzanine bedroom and a spacious wet room. An extension offers an additional boot room/rustic bathroom/loo and paved courtyard. The grounds are comprised of upper and lower lawns set on half an acre. A country pub is within walking distance.

Family · Value · Decor

Queenies lodge, a stunning getaway, Co Kilkenny

Create unforgettable memories and discover peace, tranquility and calm immersed in this truly unique lovingly restored barn. Queenies lodge, has been included in the top 100 places to stay in Ireland, by The Sunday Times, ‘23, ‘25. The Lodge is enhanced by a private wooded walk and wellness area. It is located close to the picturesque village of Windgap, 25 minutes from Kilkenny city. Beautiful old stone and brick, restored to its former glory make this an exceptional home to come and visit.

Location · Family · Heating

Lodge 2

Beautiful semi-detached barn conversion professionally designed to a high standard, offering modern comforts whilst retaining an authentic feel. Situated in the grounds of the owner’s working farm, who are on hand to offer advice on the local area, the cottages are in an excellent central location on the Tipperary/Offaly border, almost equidistant from the picturesque town of Birr, 7½km, and one of the oldest towns in Ireland, Roscrea, 6km, and a 2km drive from Gloster house and wedding venue.

Location · Family · Biking

Villa Jokubas The Jungle

Located 5 minutes from heritage town Abbeyleix in co. Laois is Villa Jokubas a log cabin village set on a hill overlooking surrounding countryside. All our cabins combine modern finishes and rustic county charms. Be treated with all modern luxuries inside and outside, enjoy expansive yard, covered patio areas with private modern hot tubs, "Kamado" BBQ grills, fully stocked bar with taps of our home brewed IPA beer. We charge €25 for hottub or sauna for one use. 2 person per cabin only.

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Home in Kilkenny City

This stylish place to stay is perfect for group trips. Relax with the whole family or your friends at this stylish 3 bed modern and comfortable house. Ideally located in the medieval Kilkenny city within walking distance to Kilkenny Castle, Smithwick's Brewery, Grace's Castle, Rothe House, St. Canice's Cathedral, many traditional pubs and more. Should you have a car, there is a private driveway for parking two cars. There is additional parking for more cars right beside the house.

Family · Location · Access

Magical gothic 3 bedroom mini-castle.

The Clonmellon Lodge is an 18th c. gothic mini castle recently restored, newly refurbished bathrooms and kitchen, all in one floor, with easy access to the grounds of Killua Castle. The Lodge can fit 5 people comfortably. There are 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. The first one with an ( American) Queen size bed, and the second with a double size bed. There is an office with a daybed that can sleep an small adult comfortably, and it has a full bathroom next to it.

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Babes Cottage

Our cottage is nestled in the beautiful Slieve Blooms mountains. This cottage boasts a traditional thatched roof surrounding by fantastic countryside. The cottage features two cozy bedrooms with comfortable beds and soft linens. The fully equipped kitchen is perfect for cooking up hearty meals with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Warm up by the fireplace in the inviting living room, where you can curl up with a good book or watch a movie on the flat-screen TV.

Family · Location · Nearby

Charming 15th Century Castle

Built in the late 1400s, Grantstown Castle has been lovingly restored and mixes medieval architecture with modern comforts. The Castle Is Rented In Its Entirety and caters for up to Seven Guests. The castle is comprised of six floors, connected via a stone and oak spiral staircase. There are three double bedrooms and one single. The castle has great battlements which are accessible at the top of the staircase and host amazing views of the surrounding countryside.

Location · Family · Check-in

The Little House

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Located halfway between Portlaoise and Kilkenny, this is the ideal spot to stop and relax in the scenic countryside while touring the many local attractions. The fact that we are in The Midlands, makes it's the perfect location to visit other counties from, as everywhere is within only a few hours drive. If you like space, fresh air, beautiful views and animals, this is the property for you!

Location · Value · Sleep quality