# Cottages Ireland, Bettystown, Co Meath, Ireland Luxurious seaside holiday cottages near Bettystown sleeping 25 for families and groups of friends in Ireland’s Ancient East ## At a Glance - Sleeps 2 - 25 - 13 bedrooms - Dining for 12 ## Images - Total images stored: 36 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Thatcher's Rest Cottage 4.4MB 2014 crop.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest 300 year old thatched cottage) - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-09-19.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest 300 year old thatched cottage) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-11-32.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest Cottage open plan living room) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2024-02-16-08-00-09.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - 10 miles of safe sandy beach; alt: Fabulous beaches on the doorstep at Cottages Ireland) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-10-31.jpg (caption: The Cottage Ireland - Rose Cottage with seaview) - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-11-16.jpeg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Private beach side location) - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-09-40.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest queen bedroom) - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-28-39.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest Cottage large twin bedroom) - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2024-02-20-08-00-12.jpeg (caption: Cottages Ireland - Dreamy organic cottage and coastal gardens) - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-09-33.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest Cottage living room) - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-09-55.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest kitchen) - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-10-05.jpg (caption: The Cottage Ireland - Little Orchard open plan living room) - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-11-22.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest Cottage queen bedroom) - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-10-56.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Honeymoon Cottage Sun room) - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2024-02-16-07-38-06.jpg (caption: Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest bay window) - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-40-24.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Little Orchard Cottage open plan dining) - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2024-02-16-07-37-35.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Complimentary toiletries from The Hand Made Soap Company) - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-11-07.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Honeymoon Cottage master bedroom) - 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-11-40.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Thatcher's Rest Cottage wood panelled en suite) - 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-11-49.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Rose Cottage) - 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-29-54.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Garden Cottage master bedroom with ensuite) - 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-29-27.jpg (caption: The Cottage Ireland - Rose Cottage luxury bathroom) - 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-29-34.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Little Orchard master bedroom with ensuite) - 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-11-53.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - 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Links and Parkland course) - 30. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-29-01.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Year round swimming Blue and Green Flag beaches) - 31. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-29-21.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - World heritage site Newgrange 20 minutes) - 32. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-29-25.jpg (caption: The Cottage Ireland - Safe, sandy family friendly) - 33. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-41-49.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Little Orchard Cottage twin bedroom) - 34. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-42-16.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Little Orchard Cottage open plan kitchen) - 35. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-42-36.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - King size master bedroom with ensuite) - 36. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-42-55.jpg (caption: The Cottages Ireland - Children's play house, tree house and swings) ## Floor Plans - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-22-46.jpg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-23-11.jpg - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-23-17.jpg - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-23-39.jpg - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-23-47.jpg - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-23-49.jpg - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-24-02.jpg - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-24-13.jpg - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-24-25.jpg - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland-2025-05-17-10-24-30.jpg ## About The Property 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. - **Accessibility:** 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. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **€3900** per week - From **€1700** for a 3-night weekend - From **€1700** per midweek night ### Additional 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 | - | - | Prices shown in EUR. ## 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. ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/cottages-ireland-bettystown-co-meath-ireland#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [Ireland](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/ireland) > [East Ireland](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/east-ireland) > [County Meath](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/county-meath) > [Bettystown](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/bettystown) ### Address Address: Seabank, Coast Road, Bettystown, Co Meath, A92 C8VF, IE Latitude: 53.690378255313 Longitude: -6.242388309787 ### About The Area From the South or North on the M1 motorway: Exit 7 South Drogheda/Laytown. Next to the beach, and only 25 minutes from Dublin. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Drogheda on the Boyne is a 10 minute drive or taxi ride. - **Shop:** 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. - **Food and Drink:** Pubs, restaurants and cafes to be found in both Bettystown and Laytown. - **Airport:** Dublin Airport 25 minute drive. - **Train:** Laytown Railway Station. - **Bus:** Matthews Coach Service 5 minute walk. Bus Eireann National Bus Service 2 minute walk. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Liz Pickett - Phone: +353 (0)419 828 104 - Email: info@cottages-ireland.com - Website: https://www.cottages-ireland.com