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Short Cottage Breaks in Ireland

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A spacious, white-washed holiday home on the banks of the River Erne in Loughduff near Ballinagh, County Cavan. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Close to river. Barbecue. Arvagh 7.5 miles; Cavan 12.6 miles; Killashandra 12.9 miles. (Ref. 1104398)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £389

  • Sleeps8
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo
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Levally House, a lovely detached house near the village of Doonbeg, County Clare. Short drive to beach. Child-friendly. Ample parking. Open fire. Kilrush 7.3 miles. (Ref. 1156454)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £395

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  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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A delightful detached stone cottage situated at the foot of the stunning Wicklow Mountains. Two bedrooms. Cosy and charming. Good access to Dublin. Woodburning stove. Lackan village 1 mile. (Ref. 25248)

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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £455

  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.9

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A beautiful cottage, occupying an elevated position above the coastal town of Waterville, County Kerry. Offering welcoming accommodation with WiFi, perfect for families or smaller groups alike. (Ref. 4359)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £401

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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Cushranny is a bright and airy, single-storey holiday home in the coastal village of Mulranny, County Mayo. Sea views. Off-road parking. Near amenities. Newport 10.2 miles; Westport 17.3 miles. (Ref. 1157775)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £429

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    5.0

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A detached dwelling, resting on the outskirts of Sligo. WiFi. Open-plan living. Ground-floor accommodation. Strandhill 11 miles; Mullaghmore 25 miles. (Ref. 940950)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £279

  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
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    4.7

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Smart, detached bungalow near the County Kerry village of Beaufort, Ireland. Open-plan living area. Panoramic mountain views. WiFi. (Ref. 986041)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £494

  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

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A delightful, single-storey cottage situated directly on the lake shore at Cavetown Lake, near Boyle, County Roscommon. Ample off-road parking. WiFi. Smart TV. Carrick-on-Shannon 10.2 miles. (Ref. 1084090)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £428

  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A stunning, single-storey annexe, resting rurally in Kilraine Upper near Glenties, County Donegal. Romantic. Contemporary. Private patio. Open-plan living. Countryside views. Donegal Town 16.6 miles; Letterkenny 29.8 miles. (Ref. 1135420)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £285

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes
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A wonderful three-bedroom dormer bungalow resting near Coolbaun, County Tipperary. Pet-friendly. Solid fuel stove. Rural location. Family-friendly. Portumna 12.4 miles; Killaloe 23.5 miles; Limerick 36.5 miles. (Ref. 1109302)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £431

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.9

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A beautiful, detached holiday home resting in Attishane near Crossmolina, County Mayo. Woodburning stoves. Remote. Pet-friendly. Ballina 10 miles. (Ref. 1097294)

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3 nights from £478

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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    4.8

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A characterful three-bedroom property resting in Ramelton, County Donegal. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities and coast. Child and pet-friendly. Private gardens. Letterkenny 8.1 miles. (Ref. 1121620)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV

3 nights from £512

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
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This lovely semi-detached property is set on the outskirts of the town of Enniscorthy in County Wexford. This delightful cottage is wheelchair-accessible with the provision of a ramp to enter the property. Pet-friendly. (Ref. 945107)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £262

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  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms4
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    4.9

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Detached farmhouse near Touraneena. Homely and welcoming. Well equipped. Solid fuel stove. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Excellent touring base. Touraneena 5 miles. (Ref. 932008)

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3 nights from £488

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo
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A well-presented country cottage situated on the eastern shores of Lough Derg near Garrykennedy. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Pet free. Nenagh 9.3 miles; Roscrea 30.2 miles. (Ref. 1108127)

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3 nights from £360

  • Sleeps10
  • Bedrooms5
  • PetsNo

    4.8

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Lovely, detached cottage, a stone's throw away from Carraroe in Connemara. Spacious, family accommodation. Close to amenities. Superb touring base. Galway 27 miles. (Ref. 928646)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Games room

3 nights from £301

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.9

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Detached, character cottage situated on the edges of the pretty village of Mountcharles, in County Donegal. Off-road parking. WiFi. Donegal 6 miles. (Ref. 1004152)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £265

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  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsNo

    4.7

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A charming, detached cottage settled in Glooria near Boyle, County Roscommon. Lake views. Ground-floor living. Woodburning stove. Carrick-on-Shannon 9.9 miles; Ballymote 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1098812)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £369

  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms3
  • PetsYes

    4.6

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A lovely semi-detached cottage resting near the Ring Peninsula in County Waterford. Enclosed garden. Near pub. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Dungarvan 5.7 miles. (Ref. 1054526)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £431

  • Sleeps5
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

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A lovely two-bedroom detached bungalow resting in Trabane, County Galway. Woodburning stove. Sea views. Off-road parking. Rural location. Galway 33.4 miles; Clifden 42.6 miles. (Ref. 1100219)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from £402

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Here, you will find a collection of holiday cottages across Ireland which accept 3-night stays, making them ideal for a long weekend or shorts break.

Why Ireland?

Whether you want to whisk your loved one away for a special anniversary or treat the kids to an impromptu mini break, our short breaks in Ireland offer the perfect way to do just that! Our short breaks in Ireland could be an opportunity to dust off the walking boots and enjoy a mini break hiking in County Donegal, or spend some time fishing in County Mayo, or perhaps a long weekend break in the city of Dublin sounds more appealing? Take a look at our Ireland travel guide for further inspiration on how to spend your short break in Ireland.

Places to Visit near Ireland

Despite its size, Ireland plays host to a magnitude of wonderful attractions and landmarks that are well worth a visit during your short break. For modern vibrancy, head to the city of Dublin where you will find a magnitude of places to eat, drink and shops, as well as immersing yourself into the rich culture by visiting National Gallery and National Museum. Alternatively, you can explore the Benbulben Mountains in County Sligo or unwind beside the Lakes of Killarney in County Kerry.

Types of Holiday

If you are seeking a seaside getaway, take a browse at our coastal holiday in Ireland, or if you fancy something extra special, we have a number of cottages in Ireland with hot tubs. If you want to bring the whole family along, we have pet-friendly cottages in Ireland, as well as large Irish holiday homes.

If a short break holiday in Ireland sounds perfect, book your trip today. Alternatively, find a full range of cottage holidays in Ireland

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