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10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

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Navan, Co Meath
  • Popular LocationHill of Tara6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEmerald Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationNewgrange24 min drive
  • AirportDublin (DUB)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom no 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom No 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom No 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom no 1 - ensuite to master bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom no 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom No 3

Toilet

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About this property

Delightful 3 bedroom cottage in a beautifully landscaped and private courtyard

The Stables (sleeps 6)Ground Floor: Spacious kitchen/Dining area. Separate living room. Downstairs toilet.
First floor: Double bedroom with en-suite, Double /twin bedroom with shared en-suite, Twin bedroom (en-suite shared with bedroom 2).
SPECIFICATIONS:
Ground Floor
Kitchen /Dining Area: 18'6” x 17'6”. A large, bright living space fitted with a country style fully fitted kitchen including fully integrated dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge/freezer. There is also an electric hob, oven and microwave oven. Granite worktops and a double Belfast sink and marble flooring complete the kitchen.
There are views of the courtyard and also the rolling countryside behind the courtyard.
Living Room: 17'6” x 11'4”. Spacious living room with oak wooden floors and a multi fuel stove set into the chimney breast. Sofa, coffee table, satellite TV/DVD/Video player and stereo. View over courtyard to the front and the rolling fields behind.
Stairs to first floor
Bedroom 1: 17'6” x 11'4” Double bedroom with pocket sprung bed, solid oak furniture and oak floors. En-suite bathroom with marble floor, walk in shower, WC and wash hand basin, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. View over courtyard and rolling fields to rear.
Bedroom 2: 14'4” x 10'. Double/Twin room with zip and lock pocket sprung beds that can be separated or left joined as required. Solid oak furniture, oak floors and en-suite bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and wash hand basin, heated towel rail and marble floors with underfloor heating. View over countryside.
Bedroom 3: 14'4” x 10'. Twin bedroom with pocket sprung beds and views over the courtyard to the front and rolling countryside to the back. Solid oak furniture, oak floors, and en-suite bathroom (shared with bedroom 2).

Property manager

Paula Irwin

Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Gym
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Lismullin

This cottage is located in Lismullin. Newgrange is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Emerald Park and Funtasia Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider The Zone, or check out an event or a game at Pairc Tailteann.
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Navan, Co Meath

What's nearby

  • Hill of Tara - 6 min drive
  • Navan Town Centre - 10 min drive
  • Emerald Park - 15 min drive
  • Killeen Castle Golf Course - 16 min drive
  • Newgrange - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Black Bull M3 Parkway Station - 16 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Berminghams - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Solstice Arts Centre - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bridge Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rowley's Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Maguires Hill of Tara - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful 3 bedroom cottage in a beautifully landscaped and private courtyard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Delightful 3 bedroom cottage in a beautifully landscaped and private courtyard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful 3 bedroom cottage in a beautifully landscaped and private courtyard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Delightful 3 bedroom cottage in a beautifully landscaped and private courtyard located?

This family-friendly Lismullin cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Skryne Castle and Royal Tara Golf Club. Navan Town Centre and Solstice Arts Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was a very good stay
Wonderfule place to stay in ireland , very close to dublin belfast etc , i recommand
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We stayed in the 3 bedroom Stable 1 which was perfect for my family. Everything we needed to enjoy our stay was provided. Plenty of room for the 6 of us. Grandkids had a blast on the trampoline and the grounds to run around in and we enjoyed a cocktail on the back porch. Beautiful property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to stay!
We were comfortable and cozy in this lovely house. Great location on a quiet country road with very good access to Dublin and the charming town of Trim.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Our experience was wonderful! Upon arrival, we were greeted by Paula who had our prearranged and prepaid delicious dinners and desserts ready for us. Also, we were provided with a free welcome basket stocked with fresh eggs, bread, butter, chips, hot cocoa, and other treats. The kitchen was well stocked with coffee, tea, sugar, milk, pots and pans and whatever else we needed. The entire apartment was very clean and very comfortable. I would happily stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long-awaited Family Vacation
The Stables at Country Decoy Cottages was a delightful place for my parents, sister & bil, and me to spend a week. Paula was great & saw that our needs were sufficiently met (including getting allergy-free linens). We loved seeing the llamas & Scoot, the cat. We only wish we had more time!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mona K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All comforts!
Everything was as expected. Clean. Comfortable. Peaceful. Easy. Accessible to sites. All amenities. Very friendly management.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Great place to stay! Amazing views and not far from all of the northern attractions. Ancient ruins and beautiful castles. The accommodations were very clean and have everything you need.

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

These cottages are clean, very comfortable, and well supplied. A perfect place for families!
We felt right at home in our cottage. What a wonderful way to experience the Irish countryside, with sheep, chickens, geese, and friendly cats and dogs to visit, a lovely community den with a pool table and more, even a treehouse and extended kids' play area. Paula was so helpful, whether we wanted sightseeing advice, more turf for the fire or more fresh eggs from the chickens. Beds were very comfortable, kitchen had all we needed to cook meals, and there's even a DVD library for movie time. Just a very short drive to the amazing historic sites of Newgrange and the Hill of Tara, and about 45 minutes to Dublin. It was almost TOO nice here...we had to drag our kids away on adventures, they just kept calling the cottage "home". My mother-in-law walks with a cane and was so grateful for ground floor entry and one flight of stairs to bedrooms. This would be an ideal spot for family reunions or multiple-family holidays. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phillip M., Homes in Milwaukee WI & Hernando Beach FL

Unique Country Location with all of the amentities for a comfortable stay
This is a unique location that was renovated from a former horse stable. It is a Top Shelf quality renovation with quality throughout and spacious comfortable living quarters. The property is secured by a gated entry and is beautifully landscaped. All the amenities of comfortable living are here. It is close to many historical sites including castles and ancient cultural locations. We enjoyed the welcome basket that included local milk, eggs, bread and condiments. Owner Paula and her property manager Georgina tended to all of our needs while we were there. It is a place that will create a lasting memory.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Henry C., Birmingham uk

Brilliant cottage to suit 6 people
I would recommend this place for any group parties or just a quiet break. Fabulous
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna C.

Outstanding!
This was a fabulous place to stay! Very nicely decorated, lots of amenities, very clean. We were warmly greeted and incidentals explained to us. This was my first experience with VRBO and I am very pleased and satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheri J.

Beautiful place.
Very comfortable and quiet. Had a nice chat with the chickens.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Spacious accommodations in a great locale
Our family of 5 was very comfortable in the 3 bedroom 'Stables' at Decoy Cottages. There was plenty of space and everything was well cared for and equipped. We also really appreciated the on premise farm fresh eggs, milk, butter and cheese provided in the fridge for us. What a treat! The grounds were so pleasant, quiet and secure. Our children thoroughly enjoyed playing on the playground and especially playing with 'Milo' the dog who made appearances from time to time. You can't beat the location when going to see all of the things that the Boyne Valley has to offer. We only had two nights at Decoy Cottages, but we saw a lot and plan on returning someday to see more. The closeness of Decoy Cottages to Dublin and its airport cannot be overstated either. We had a wonderful, albeit short, stay at Decoy Cottages.

About the host

Hosted by Paula Irwin

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When Conor and Paula went on a holiday to Devon in the UK in 1998, they stayed in a converted farm yard and enjoyed the experience so much that when they purchased their home in Ireland in 1999 they immediately saw the potential in the farm yard attached to their house. It wasn't until their 3 children had all started school and Paula had a bit more time on her hands theta they decided to convert the courtyard in to the beautiful development of 8 cottages that it is today.

This has been a labour of love and every detail has been carefully thought out by Conor and Paula so that now these cottages have become a haven of peace and tranquility away from the stresses of today's hectic lifestyle.

They also are a fantastic base for exploring all that Ireland's Ancient East has to offer as they are so close to the many tourist sites in the region and Dublin airport is only 30 minutes away.

Why they chose this property

Conor and Paula fell in love with this property when they moved back form the UK with their 3 small children in 1998. They spent a year restoring their own house and then in 2006 they spent 18 months renovating the courtyard to fulfil their dream or running this business from home.

What makes this property unique

Decoy Country Cottages is ideally located in the heart of The Boyne Valley and so makes a perfect base for exploring Dublin, the surrounding counties and beyond. Nothing is too far away even Cork, Belfast or Galway

We are 30 mins from Dublin and Dublin airport so this makes us an ideal base whether you are just getting away from it all, on an activity break or having a group or family gathering. We are close to all the popular sites:

Dublin and Airport - 30 minutes and Dublin port 45 minutes
Tayto Park - 15 minutes
The Hill of Tara - 5 minutes
Newgrange - 15 minutes
Navan - 5 minutes
Slane Castle and Distillery - 20 minutes
Trim Castle - 20 minutes
Battle of The Boyne Site - 20 minutes
Beach - 25 minutes
National Aquatic Centre - 20 minutes
Golf - Royal Tara - 5 minutes

In addition to this we offer the following services:

SERVICES
Complimentary welcome basket
Manager on site to assist
Secure parking
Daily/Weekly cleaning service*
Hamper of fresh food on arrival*
Massage and Beauty treatments*
Supper served in your cottage*
Breakfast basket delivered to your door*
Catering service*
Champagne/Flowers/Hand made Chocolates*

* Available on request at an extra charge
Should you be arriving late, what could be nicer than having a hot meal ready for you. If you require this service this can be arranged.

Languages:

English, Italian
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