Unique Places to Stay in the Republic of Ireland –
Stay Somewhere Extraordinary
Thatched cottages, lighthouses, gate lodges and city hideaways, from the Wild Atlantic Way to the heart of Dublin.
Historic Self-Catering Holiday Homes in Ireland
From the wild cliffs of Donegal to the gentle countryside of Cork, the Republic of Ireland is full of places that stay with you long after you’ve left. Since 1992, Irish Landmark Trust has rescued and conserved historic buildings across the country, giving each one new life as a place to stay.
Sleep in a thatched cottage at the foot of the Galtees, a Gothic miniature castle in North Cork or a Georgian mews off Merrion Square. Every stay is self-catering, full of character and helps fund the conservation of Ireland’s built heritage.
The Wild Atlantic Way
The west coast at its most dramatic.
- Lighthouses at Loop Head and St John’s Point
- Beaches, cliffs and headlands in Donegal, Clare and Cork
- The Burren, Sliabh Liag and the Cliffs of Moher within reach
Historic Homes with a Story
Every property was saved from neglect and lovingly conserved.
- Gate lodges, towers, cottages and lightkeepers’ houses
- Original features and traditional craftsmanship
- A rare chance to live inside Irish history
Country, Coast or City
Whatever kind of trip you have in mind, there’s a landmark to match.
- Quiet countryside in Cork, Limerick, Waterford and Sligo
- Coastal escapes in Donegal, Clare, Cork and Wicklow
- City breaks in Dublin and Cork
Slow Down and Settle In
No schedules, no crowds, just time well spent.
- Entire homes to yourselves
- Open fires and wood-burning stoves
- Limited tech means more time together
Our Favourite Republic of Ireland Stay: Termon House
Set right on the beach along the Wild Atlantic Way, with long walks, quiet roads and open landscapes all around.
- Co. Donegal
- 2 dogs allowed
- Coastal
Self-Catering Properties Across the Republic of Ireland
Discover our self-catering properties across the Republic of Ireland. From Atlantic lighthouses to estate lodges and thatched cottages, each one offers a unique place to stay. Heading north as well? See our places to stay in Northern Ireland.
Wicklow Head Lighthouse
Sleep inside an 18th-century lighthouse tower high above the Irish Sea, with sea views from every floor. Under an hour from Dublin.
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Merrion Mews
A conserved mews tucked behind Merrion Square in Dublin 2. Walk to museums, galleries, St Stephen’s Green and Grafton Street.
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Castletown Gate House & Round House
Two historic homes on the Castletown estate in Celbridge, with the parklands of Ireland’s finest Palladian house on your doorstep.
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Batty Langley Lodge
A fairytale Gothic lodge with pinnacles, river views and a warm fire, set in tranquil parkland close to Celbridge.
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Loop Head Lightkeeper’s House
At the tip of the Loop Head peninsula, surrounded on three sides by the Atlantic. Cliff walks and huge skies in every direction.
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Inchiquin House
A spacious house overlooking Inchiquin Lough near Corofin, ideal for families and groups exploring the Burren.
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Termon House
Set right on the beach along the Wild Atlantic Way, with long walks, quiet roads and open landscapes all around.
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Railway Crossing Cottage
A charming former railway gatehouse just outside Donegal Town, a cosy base for Donegal’s mountains, lakes and coastline.
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St John’s Point Lighthouse (Schooner & Clipper)
Neighbouring homes beside the lighthouse at the end of a narrow peninsula, looking across Donegal Bay towards Sliabh Liag.
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Schoolhouse at Annaghmore
A conserved 19th-century schoolhouse beside the Owenmore River, surrounded by woodland and close to Sligo’s beaches and Benbulben.
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Goggin Cottage
A traditional thatched cottage near Kildimo with a wildflower meadow garden and Curraghchase Forest Park close by.
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Salterbridge Gatelodge
A beautifully conserved gatelodge on a historic estate near Cappoquin, with riverside walks and woodland trails.
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Annes Grove Miniature Castle
A charming Gothic tower set within historic gardens and woodland near Castletownroche. A little bit of magic in North Cork.
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Killee Cottage
A traditional thatched cottage at the foot of the Galtee Mountains, with rural walks and a wood-burning stove.
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Galley Head Lightkeeper’s Houses
Two conserved lightkeepers’ houses beside a working lighthouse near Rosscarbery, close to West Cork’s beaches and villages.
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Elizabeth Fort Parade House & Garrison House
Two homes inside the walls of a 17th-century fort in Cork City, with a peaceful courtyard and the city on your doorstep.
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Head Gardener’s House at Fota
On the historic Fota estate, close to Fota House, the arboretum and Fota Wildlife Park.
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Give a Piece of Ireland
From thatched cottages to lighthouses, an Irish Landmark gift voucher lets someone special choose their own extraordinary stay. Every voucher supports our conservation work.
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