Lighthouse Accommodation in Ireland –
Stay Somewhere Extraordinary
Wild headlands, sweeping sea views and historic homes where the lightkeepers once lived.
Stay in a Lighthouse in Ireland
Staying at a Lighthouse is a bucket list dream for many people. The attraction is in the wildness of the location, perched right at the edge of the world. Listening to the roar of the ocean as you sleep is a tonic for the soul, and the history of each site is fascinating.
Irish Landmark Trust offers accommodation at 6 of Ireland’s most stunning lighthouses, providing a supremely comfortable stay at iconic coastal locations.
Life on the Edge
Some of the island’s most spectacular coastline, right outside your door.
- Clifftop walks and coastal paths from the property
- Seabirds, seals and, in season, passing dolphins and whales
- Sunrises and sunsets over open water
A Piece of Maritime History
These homes kept generations of lightkeepers and their families safe through every storm.
- Conserved lightkeepers’ houses and an 18th-century tower
- Original features, thick stone walls and a strong sense of place
- Every stay supports the conservation of Ireland’s built heritage
Remote, Not Isolated
Peace and quiet, with towns, pubs and attractions within easy reach.
- Private, self-catering homes with space to unwind
- Nearby villages for supplies, seafood and live music
- Minimal tech means more time for the view
Weather Worth Watching
A lighthouse comes into its own whatever the forecast.
- Storm-watching from a cosy sitting room
- Clear nights for stargazing far from city lights
- Bright, blustery days made for long coastal walks
A note on getting around
Our lighthouses sit on exposed headlands, often at the end of narrow roads. Some involve steps, uneven ground or steep paths. If you have mobility needs or are travelling with young children, please check the individual property listing or get in touch before booking.
Our Favourite Lighthouse Stay: Wicklow Head Lighthouse
Perched high above the Irish Sea, Wicklow Head Lighthouse is the only property in our collection where you sleep inside the tower itself. This 18th-century octagonal stone lighthouse rises over the cliffs south of Wicklow town, with rooms stacked floor upon floor and the kitchen at the very top, so breakfast comes with a view across open sea.
- Sleep inside a historic lighthouse tower
- Sea views from every window
- Kitchen and dining area at the top of the tower
- Coastal walks along the headland from the door
- Under an hour’s drive from Dublin
Lighthouse Stays Around the Coast of Ireland
Discover our lighthouse accommodation around the coast of Ireland. From the Wild Atlantic Way in the Republic of Ireland to the Causeway Coast and County Down in Northern Ireland, each one offers a rare chance to live, for a few nights, where the lightkeepers once did. Travelling as a bigger party? Galley Head, St John’s Point and Blackhead all have houses side by side, ideal for group trips.
Wicklow Head Lighthouse
A historic octagonal tower high above the Irish Sea, with the kitchen at the top and sea views on every floor. An unforgettable stay within easy reach of Dublin.
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Loop Head Lightkeeper’s House
At the very tip of the Loop Head peninsula, surrounded on three sides by the Atlantic. Cliff walks, sea air and huge skies make this one of the wildest settings in our collection.
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Galley Head Lightkeeper’s Houses 1 & 2
Two conserved lightkeepers’ houses beside a working lighthouse on a headland near Rosscarbery. A peaceful West Cork base close to beaches, Clonakilty and Kinsale.
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St John’s Point Lighthouse, Donegal (Schooner & Clipper)
At the end of a long, narrow peninsula reaching into Donegal Bay, with views towards the cliffs of Sliabh Liag. Remote, beautiful and wonderfully quiet.
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St John’s Point Lighthouse, Down (Ketch & Sloop)
Beside a striking black-and-yellow banded lighthouse near Killough, looking out across Dundrum Bay to the Mourne Mountains. A calm coastal base for exploring County Down.
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Blackhead Lightkeeper’s Houses (House 1, House 2 & Cutter)
High on the cliffs at the mouth of Belfast Lough, reached by the famous Blackhead Path. Close to Whitehead and Carrickfergus, and an easy drive from Belfast.
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Only in Wicklow Head Lighthouse, which is no longer functional, and was transformed into self-catering accommodation by Irish Landmark in the 1990’s. It is one of our most sought-after properties and books up very far in advance so don’t delay.
You can do this at Loop Head for free as a guest of Irish Landmark Trust, be sure to check their seasonal opening dates. At Galley Head you may be lucky to visit the tower, but we can’t guarantee this. At the other lighthouses the towers are only accessed by Irish Lights staff, Irish Landmark Trust staff have no access.
Yes, bring your logbook along to your stay or to one of our Heritage Open Days, and the House Manager will give you a sticker for your logbook.
Give a Stay by the Sea
A lighthouse stay makes an unforgettable gift. Our gift vouchers can be used at any Irish Landmark property, and every one helps fund our conservation projects across Ireland.
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