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Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest Interior

Fabulous beaches on the doorstep at Cottages Ireland

Cottages Ireland, Bettystown, Co Meath, Ireland

Sleeps 2 - 25 13 Bedrooms 12 Dining

Luxurious seaside holiday cottages near Bettystown sleeping 25 for families and groups of friends in Ireland’s Ancient East

Holiday Rental for Groups of Families and Friends. Cottages Ireland, Bettystown, Co Meath, Ireland, sleeps 2 - 25 in 13 bedrooms.

We are alas unable to accept hen or stag party groups. Minimum stay 3 nights.

Sleeps 2 to 25 in 6 cottages

Thatcher's Rest Cottage sleeps 6
Little Orchard Cottage sleeps 5
3 cottages (Rose, Apple Loft and Garden) sleep 4 each
Honeymoon Cottage sleeps 2

The Cottages Ireland offers 6 luxurious and exclusive 300 year old thatched cottages superbly situated in private, gated, organic flower gardens in a hamlet-like setting on 6 miles of sandy beach. Discover the hidden treasures of Ireland's Ancient East from this perfect location.

The Cottages can be enjoyed by families, couples, friends – anyone who wants a break from the hustle and bustle of modern day living, experience an idyllic haven of peace in this private gated hamlet-like setting.

These unique 4 and 5 star whitewashed seaside cottages are situated on the famous beach between the villages of Bettystown and Laytown, just 25 minutes from Dublin Airport. Come and explore the mysterious and ancient beauty of the Boyne Valley or the vibrant beat of Dublin’s Heart. Stretch your limbs and ease your mind on miles of sandy beach.

With easy access to Drogheda and the Boyne Valley, to Dublin City and surrounding counties, The Cottages Ireland are readily accessible by car, ferry or plane.

Superbly located for a dream holiday in Ireland whether for golf, garden visits, fishing, walking, heritage or just to relax, this is the ideal get away location. There is an abundance of children’s activity centres nearby including Dublin Zoo, Newgrange Open Farm, Emerald Park, Water World, World Heritage Sites of ‘Bru na Boinne’ Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth (Heritage Capital of Ireland), Slane Castle and whiskey distilleries galore, Drogheda on the Boyne our local town centre has entertainment, shops and dining.

Awarded "Best Beach Holiday Home in Europe".

Times Travel Magazine “50 Coolest Cottages in Britain and Ireland”.
Weather Channel shortlisted “UK and Ireland’s finest getaway".
Lonely Planet Guide listed Boyne Valley in Top 20 World Destinations.

Facilities

Dog Friendly

Much as we love them, alas we are not dog friendly.

Disabled Facilities

Our cottages are 300 years old so we do not have full disabled facilities but a choice of ground floor cottages are available providing easy access.

WiFi

Highspeed WiFi in each cottage.

Kitchen

Fully equipped farm house kitchens, with electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, Nespresso.

Dining Room

Each cottage has it's own dining area, ranging from 2 to 12 at separate tables. Our local restaurants are happy to accommodate large family groups.

Sitting Room

All have open plan living rooms with original features and log effect stoves, many with beautiful sea views or garden views.

TV and Music Facilities

Flat screen TVs with Free Sat satellite TV and DVD players.

Heating and Open Fires

Gas fired central heating throughout each cottage with individually controlled radiators. Living rooms have gas fired log effect Jutol stoves.

Bedrooms

Our bedrooms are all different in character and style but all comfortable and fully furnished. Mix of doubles and twins.

Linen

Linen supplied at no extra charge. House keeping twice weekly with full change of towels and linen included.

Bathrooms

Luxury bathrooms with extra large power showers, double ended baths, underfloor heating, heated towel rails, hair dryers, bathrobes and slippers.

Children's Facilities

Organic gardens gated by beach and road with children's play area consisting of swings, tree house, thatched Wendy house, toys, buckets and spades +.

Outdoor

Private, gated, landscaped organic flower gardens with pedestrian access to the beach. Individual and communal barbecue areas around the gardens.

Swimming Pool

Excellent, safe sea swimming right on your doorstep, doesn't get much closer No swimming pool, but Water World is 15 minutes drive away in Drogheda.

Parking

Private, gated, secure parking at The Cottages. Complimentary EV Charging.

Smoking

No smoking please. Outside only, ash pots convenient.

Booking Information

Booking deposit is 1/3 of the rental with balance due 10 weeks prior to arrival date. Group rates available on request – 3 night minimum stay.

Show Availability

Find the availability for each of our units.

Thatcher's Rest Cottage - sleeps 6

Little Orchard Cottage - sleeps 5

Rose Cottage - sleeps 4

Apple Loft Cottage - sleeps 4

Garden Cottage - sleeps 4

Honeymoon Cottage - sleeps 2

Please contact the owner for availability dates

Weekly Price

From £3900

3 Night Weekend

From £1700

Midweek per night

From £1700

Rental Rates

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Late Deals

Early May bank holiday 2024 Late Deals

3 night stays between 1st - 6th May - 10 people at €4845 all incl. Full rate was €5700.

Location

From the South or North on the M1 motorway: Exit 7 South Drogheda/Laytown. Next to the beach, and only 25 minutes from Dublin.

Drogheda on the Boyne is a 10 minute drive or taxi ride.
Bettystown and Laytown Villages are a short 5 minute stroll by beach or road from The Cottages, or a 2 minute drive. Supermarkets and full services.
Pubs, restaurants and cafes to be found in both Bettystown and Laytown.
Dublin Airport 25 minute drive.
Laytown Railway Station.
Matthews Coach Service 5 minute walk. Bus Eireann National Bus Service 2 minute walk.

Contact Owner

Liz Pickett

+353 (0)419 828 104

Seabank, Bettystown, A92 C8VF

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Rental Rates

Period	Weekly	3 Night Weekend	2 Night Weekend	Midweek per night
Thatcher's Rest Cottage - Sleeping 6 - All year round (prices in Euro)	3900	1700	-	-
Rose Cottage - Sleeping 4 - All year round (prices in Euro)	2650	1140	-	-
Honeymoon Cottage - Sleeping 2 - All year round (prices in Euro)	1350	570	-	-
Little Orchard Cottage - Sleeping 5 - All year round (prices in Euro)	2450	1050	-	-
Apple Loft Cottage - Sleeping 4 - All year round (prices in Euro)	2650	1135	-	-
Garden Cottage - Sleeping 4 - All year round (prices in Euro)	2650	1135	-	-