Romantic Getaways in Ireland –
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Escape the everyday and share unforgettable moments in properties as unique as your love.

A Romantic Couple’s Escape You’ll Never Forget

For couples seeking more than a standard hotel stay, Irish Landmark Trust offers something unforgettable: romantic getaways filled with history, character, and charm. Whether you’re looking for peace and privacy or days spent exploring scenic trails and nearby towns, these unique properties set the perfect tone for time together.

Stay Somewhere Truly Unique

  • Sleep in a castle, tower, or fairytale cottage
  • Full of charm, atmosphere, and original features
  • No generic listings, just hand-restored heritage homes

Made for Memories

  • Create unexpected memories in places you’ll never forget
  • Celebrate anniversaries, birthdays, or new beginnings
  • Experience new things together

Reconnect in Peace

  • Secluded locations, far from crowds and noise
  • Limited tech = more presence, less distraction
  • Walks by the sea, coffee in the garden, fireside chats

Make Time Stand Still

  • Slow mornings, fireside dinners, and quiet walks
  • No schedules, no distractions
  • Every moment feels richer in a place with history and heart

Our Most Romantic Recommendation: Barbican Gatelodge

This miniature castle was recently called “the most romantic of all the Landmarks we have ever stayed in in Britain and Ireland” by one of our guests - and we have to agree. Here are some of the highlights:

  • Co. Antrim
  • A rooftop terrace for dinner with a view
  • A wood-burning stove for keeping things cosy
  • Extra-deep bath for maximum relaxation
  • Access to a premium haute cuisine meal delivery service

Romantic Properties for the Perfect Couple's Getaway

Discover a hand-picked collection of properties designed for romance and relaxation. From charming thatched cottages to historic gatelodges, each one offers the perfect setting for a couple’s getaway. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply escaping together, these unique accommodations promise unforgettable moments in stunning locations.

Annes Grove Miniature Castle, a small crenellated stone lodge with a round tower, beside a great tree trunk
Bedroom at Annes Grove Miniature Castle seen through a pointed arch, with timber roof beams and a leaded window
Sunlit pair of pointed leaded windows in a deep stone recess at Annes Grove Miniature Castle, with a vase of flowers
1 dog allowed

Annes Grove Miniature Castle

from €352 / 2 nts
Co. Cork

Step into your own fairytale at Annes Grove Miniature Castle, a charming Gothic retreat for two in the heart of County Cork. With its winding stone stairway and private patio, it’s the perfect hideaway for couples seeking romance and enchantment.

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Barbican Gatelodge, a crenellated stone tower with a green arched door, approached by a walled bridge among bare trees
Bedroom at Barbican Gatelodge with a wrought-iron bed under a pointed vaulted ceiling between two narrow windows
A heavy iron door handle at Barbican Gatelodge, with a dressing table and fireplace beyond
Rooftop terrace

Barbican Gatelodge

from £331 / 2 nts
Co. Antrim

Barbican Gatelodge is a miniature medieval castle for two. Share sunsets on the rooftop terrace and slow mornings with coffee in hand as the River Glen flows beneath you. With its roll-top bath and fairy-tale tower, this hideaway is as romantic as it gets.

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Batty Langley Lodge, an octagonal Gothic stone lodge with pinnacles and arched windows beside entrance gates
Bedroom at Batty Langley Lodge with a double bed, bedside lamps, floorboards and three pointed tracery windows
Lichen-covered stone pinnacles on the roof of Batty Langley Lodge against a blue sky
2 dogs allowed

Batty Langley Lodge

from €352 / 2 nts
Co. Kildare

Batty Langley Lodge is a fairytale hideaway with Gothic pinnacles, river views, and a warm fire waiting at day’s end. Nestled in tranquil parklands yet close to Celbridge, it’s a magical escape for two where even your dogs can share the adventure.

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Drum Gatelodge, a round rendered tower with Gothic arched windows joined by a glazed link to a gabled wing, among shrubs
Double bedroom at Drum Gatelodge with green cushions, folded towels and a Gothic arched window
Shaggy dark donkey looking over a metal field gate near Drum Gatelodge
2 dogs allowed

Drum Gatelodge

from £346 / 2 nts
Co. Antrim

Drum Gatelodge is a charming two-storey retreat at the edge of Ballylough Estate. Surrounded by peaceful countryside, it offers a cosy peat-burning stove for a romantic escape. Located just outside Bushmills, it is a perfect base to explore Giants Causeway.

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Whitewashed thatched Goggin Cottage behind a field of yellow wild flowers under a blue sky
Double bedroom at Goggin Cottage with a timber headboard, white linen, a knitted throw and towels
Doorway at Goggin Cottage looking through to pale blue cupboard doors with iron hinges and a flagstone floor
Outdoor activities nearby

Goggin Cottage

from €352 / 2 nts
Co. Limerick

Step into a romantic couple’s getaway in this charming traditional thatched-roof cottage just outside Kildimo. With a wildflower meadow garden and easy access to Curraghchase Forest Park, it’s a perfect retreat for couples seeking the charm of traditional country living.

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Green iron gate in a white wall leading to the thatched Killee Cottage and its red-framed porch door
Bedroom at Killee Cottage in lamplight, with a black iron bed, white pillows, red cushion and a paisley throw
Painted cupboard with black strap hinges at Killee Cottage, with a basket of dried lavender and a teapot on top
Traditional thatched roof

Killee Cottage

from €326 / 2 nts
Co. Cork

Escape together to a charming thatched-roof cottage, nestled at the foot of the Galtee Mountains. Enjoy cosy evenings by the wood-burning stove, explore nearby walking trails, and unwind in the tranquillity of the Golden Vale for a truly memorable countryside escape.

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Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill: stone building with a red front door, slate roof and an old millstone in the gravel yard
Bedroom at Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill with pine-panelled ceiling, red reading lamps and a blue toile bedspread
Blue and white jug and bowl on a carved mahogany cabinet at Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill
Scenic attractions nearby

Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill

from £363 / 2 nts
Co. Antrim

A romantic couple’s getaway in a restored 19th-century corn mill, right in the heart of Bushmills. Enjoy cosy nights and the gentle sounds of the River Bush outside your window, with easy access to the Giants Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede, and Dunseverick Castle.

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Railway Crossing Cottage: whitewashed cottage with a red door and window trim behind a stone wall
Bedroom at Railway Crossing Cottage with a brass and iron bed, whitewashed walls and a brick wall
Aerial view of Railway Crossing Cottage beside a long lawn surrounded by trees
Outdoor activities nearby

Railway Crossing Cottage

from €326 / 2 nts
Co. Donegal

Just outside Donegal Town, Railway Crossing Cottage is a charming retreat for a romantic couple’s getaway. With a traditional exterior, a tastefully updated interior, and a peaceful garden, it’s the perfect base for exploring Donegal’s mountains, lakes, and coastline.

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Aerial view of Salterbridge Gatelodge, a single-storey stone lodge with tall chimneys, lawns and a road beside it
Double bedroom at Salterbridge Gatelodge with a carved wooden bed, red lamps, a mahogany chest and a red rug
White bath with a glass screen and mixer shower at Salterbridge Gatelodge, set against white brick tiles and green panelling
1 dog allowed

Salterbridge Gatelodge

from €352 / 2 nts
Co. Waterford

A romantic getaway for two, this beautifully restored gate lodge offers a warm wood-burning stove, cosy interiors, and a peaceful countryside setting. Perfect for couples seeking quiet time together and memorable evenings by the fire.

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Bedroom at Annes Grove Miniature Castle seen through a pointed arch, with timber roof beams and a leaded window
est. 1992
€250
Redeemable against any of our 31 properties · Valid for 5 years

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