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Quiet Cosy Apartment in Farmhouse in Rural Setting
Farmhouse apartment nestles on Bluebell Nature Farm. Est 1932. Peace & quiet amid nature. 5 mins - Ballybay, mini markets, pubs, fuel. 15 mins - Monaghan town. Gateway to N Ireland, & Irish Republic. Dublin 99 mins. Belfast 94 mins. Upstairs bedroom: double bed, smart TV, ensuite bathroom, electric shower. Sitting room: Log burner, double sofa bed. Kitchen: Cooker & oven, toaster, washing machine, dishwasher, iron, microwave, TV. Food hamper. Downstairs toilet. No extra fees.

Redgap Cottage in the heart of the Boyne Valley
Redgap Cottage is a recently Renovated house that's over 200 Years old in Monasterboice, Co. Louth. For international travellers our property is 35 mins from Dublin Airport & 80 mins from Belfast Airport. *Nearby Tourist Attractions Monasterboice High Cross & Round Tower - 1.1 Km Popes Cross, Killineer - 4 Km Battle of the Boyne - Oldbridge, Visitor Centre - 14 Km. Bru na Boinne - Newgrange- Visitor Centre - 16 km Slane Castle / Irish Whiskey Distillery - 14Km. Hill of Tara 35km Trim Castle.

River Fane Cottage Retreat - Hot Tub~Sauna~Plunge
Experience unparalleled luxury at Ireland's top private riverside haven for couples - The River Fane Cottage Retreat. Nestled on the banks of the majestic River Fane in County Monaghan, our stone-built sanctuary offers a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Immerse yourself in relaxation with our custom sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge pool, all fed by natural spring water. Let the river's energy infuse every moment of your stay, creating unforgettable memories. Your romantic escape awaits!

Killeavy Cottage
Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. Killeavy Cottage is the perfect antidote to the modern fast paced world. Killeavy Cottage is nestled between the magnificent Slieve Gullion mountain and the calm, tranquil waters off Camlough Lake in a picturesque rural setting close to the bustling shopping city of Newry, and not for from the lively town of Dundalk. A unique location with breath-taking scenery with access to bike trails and Hill walking at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.

Forest Lodge Padel Tennis Court, Hot Tub, Walks
Wake up to bird song, and bunnies in a warm luxury, three bedroom forest lodge. Play unlimited padel on our private court, soak in the private hot tub or explore the Forest Meditation Trail. Cook on the bbq, light the fire pit. For kids can play in the treehouses or pet the dogs and ponies. Perfect for family or friends or a serene work base. Superfast WIFI. Our guests are so chilled leaving this amazing home. Inside super comfortable beds and a private library. Hot tub new from May 2026!

Luxury Rural Retreat
Located in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the side of Cashel mountain and in the shadows of Slieve Gullion is our 200 year old cottage. Still with its original external features while modernised inside for a relaxing stay. A peaceful retreat away to explore the local countryside, with looping walks located beside Cashel lake and 10 minutes from Camlough lake we’ll know for its local swimming and water sports. It is located 15 minutes from both Newry and Dundalk.

Locke Studio at Zanzibar Locke
With an average of 28m² of space, our luxurious Locke Studios have it all (and more). There’s room to relax, with a 150cm x 200cm UK king-size bed and one-of-a-kind, handmade sofa. Space to live, with a fully-equipped kitchen including a dining table, washer/dryer, dishwasher and lots of designer cooking gear. Plus all the Locke perks, including air-conditioning, a super-strong rainfall shower with Kinsey Apothecary toiletries, private Wi-Fi and a Smart HDTV for streaming.

Magical gothic 3 bedroom mini-castle.
The Clonmellon Lodge is an 18th c. gothic mini castle recently restored, newly refurbished bathrooms and kitchen, all in one floor, with easy access to the grounds of Killua Castle. The Lodge can fit 5 people comfortably. There are 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. The first one with an ( American) Queen size bed, and the second with a double size bed. There is an office with a daybed that can sleep an small adult comfortably, and it has a full bathroom next to it.

Winner Best Airbnb in Ireland 'Spectacular food!'
Elegant but cosy bedrooms in our period country house. A superb full Irish breakfast with home baked breads, is included with your accommodation. *veg/ vegan option available. Enjoy a delicious home cooked dinner in the evening, using only superb locally sourced food, with salads vegetables and fruit from our garden. Our cosy country kitchen is your private dining room, with beautiful linens and tableware. Our photos will show you some of our dishes. See reviews.

Balance Treehouse - Luxury high in the tree tops
High in the tree tops as you look out over the craggy Heather covered hills, stone ditched fields and winding narrow roads. Take a deep breath, relax and reconnect with nature. A unique hand crafted resort, boasting a natural rustic look with full modern connectivity. Accessed via a private rope bridge, a hot tub, outdoor net/hammock, outdoor shower built for two and super king bed complete with glass roof for star gazing. All fully controlled by voice commands.

An Lochta
An Lochta is a converted , two story, 19th century grain store, surrounded by a mature and carefully tended garden on a small farm, set in the idyllic rustic peace and quiet of rural Co Meath. Despite our seclusion, we are just 15 minutes from the M1 motorway, 1 hour from Dublin and within easy reach of the major historical sites of Meath, Louth, Cavan and Monaghan. (Unfortunately the layout of the building renders it unsuitable for wheelchair users).

The Leck Loft
Our loft is 4 miles from Monaghan town, population 10,000approx. It is located roughly an hour and a half from Dublin and Belfast. Local amenities include 18 hole golf course and driving range, Rossmore Forest park (1.5miles), cinema, leisure centre, a number of pubs and restaurants (4 miles), Glaslough Castle and Equestrian centre (7 miles). There are numerous local lakes for fishing and the Bragan region offers various walking trails.
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Other great holiday rentals in Ballybay

Gateway to Glaslough

Linden Lodge at Lough Sillan House (dog-friendly)

Distiller's Lodge

Darley Grange

The Garden Nook

Adult only Retreat - Views of Carlingford Lough

The Mews

Private room with double & single beds, Monaghan
Destinations to explore
- Tayto Park
- Boucher Road Playing Fields
- Newgrange
- Royal County Down Golf Club
- Hillsborough Castle
- Lough Rynn Castle
- Slane Castle
- Ulster Museum
- Trim Castle
- Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail
- Arigna Mining Experience
- Marble Arch Caves
- Ardgillan Castle & Demesne
- Enniskillen Castle Museums: The Inniskillings Museum
- Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre
- Antrim Castle Gardens
- Let's Go Hydro
- Belvedere House & Gardens





