The Value of
Irish Landmark Trust Holidays

At Irish Landmark Trust,

our goal is to make heritage properties accessible for all to experience.

One way we strive to achieve this is by offering competitive pricing, particularly during the low season (October to April in Republic of Ireland, September to May in Northern Ireland). A two-night midweek stay in low season can be up to 43% cheaper than a two-night weekend stay in high season. Additionally, the nightly rate gets lower the longer you stay, encouraging guests to make the most out of the property and keeping our overheads lower. Per our 2026 rates, the average nightly price per person for a 2-night stay is €86 (ROI) / £78 (NI). For a week-long stay the average nightly rate works out at €58 / £53 per person.

We also create opportunities for those who might not otherwise be able to stay by running promotions through social media, our monthly newsletter, and competitions with our partners. Additionally, we offer automatic discounts for late availability bookings and give special rates to our repeat guests: it is your loyalty that enables us to continue our mission. Please contact the Bookings Office to learn more about this.

As part of our educational remit, we facilitate public access to our properties through open days, including National Heritage Week, European Heritage Open Days, as well as seminars and workshops. With further support, we hope to expand these initiatives and continue sharing Ireland’s built heritage.

✔️ For the best rates, always book directly with us. We do not charge booking fees and offer tailored and personalised customer service to our direct bookers.

✔️ The longer you stay, the better the value. As our pricing is structured so that a week-long stay offers the best nightly rate, it’s an excellent excuse to take a few extra days off!

✔️ We do not use Dynamic Pricing technology. 

We are grateful for the support of the Heritage Council, who by supporting us contribute to some of our overheads, operational and conservation costs, enabling us to continue our work to preserve, share, and sustain Ireland’s architectural heritage.

Where Your Rental Payment Goes

As a charity, all rental income directly funds our mission to protect Ireland’s built heritage. Your stay helps cover essential maintenance, staff, and operational costs, ensuring access to properties that might otherwise remain closed.

Our commitment to you is to provide an experience that blends heritage authenticity with modern comfort, including:

  • Local House Managers: Responsible for keeping properties exceptionally clean and well-maintained, welcoming guests, offering local recommendations, and serving as a point of contact in emergencies. They are the backbone of our visitor experience.
  • Laundry: High-quality linens and towels are provided for every guest.
  • Electricity and Heating: Many of our properties were not originally built for residential use, making guest comfort a priority. Keeping these properties warm and cosy is essential for both the visitor experience and the longevity of the buildings.
  • Inventory & Consumables: We keep kitchens well-stocked and maintain essential supplies for guest use, prioritising eco-friendly cleaning products and sustainability.

Your rental payment also contributes to:

  • Property Maintenance: We follow best practices in conservation architecture and maintain each property according to a quinquennial schedule, outlining required conservation work over a five-year period. This includes planned updates to kitchens, bathrooms, tiling, and essential appliances.
  • Staff Costs: We operate with a small but dedicated head office team, and your booking helps support our operational staff.
  • Additional Costs: This includes booking platform fees, insurance, and other operational expenses.

Every single one of our properties is open thanks to paying guests returning year after year. By choosing an Irish Landmark Trust holiday, you are directly contributing to the preservation of Ireland’s built heritage – while enjoying a truly unique stay.

What We Still Need to Fund

We still need additional funding for larger capital projects. We are grateful for the support of partners such as the Heritage Council, the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage, the Department of Enterprise, Tourism, and various county councils, who help fund essential works beyond what rental income covers. For example, in 2024, we received funding under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme to repoint Anne’s Grove Miniature Castle.

We also aim to save at least one at-risk property per year. Our most recent opening, Goggin Cottage, was 15 years in the making. It has been welcoming guests since August 2024, receiving incredible reviews and strong support from the local community.

Grants assist with specific projects, but to achieve our broader goals, we rely on donations. Our current project, Saunderscourt Gate Lodges in Crossabeg, Co. Wexford, will require extensive fundraising alongside grant support to restore it to its former glory.

You can contribute generally or toward a specific project.

To discuss supporting our work, contact ceo@irishlandmark.com.

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