Vacation rentals in Ballard Upper, Shillelagh

The Gables Cottage

A delightful detached stone cottage situated at the foot of the stunning Wicklow Mountains. With a characterful feel and rural location, this property is ideal for a couple looking to escape to County Carlow. Set in a 19th century farm pebbled courtyard. This granite cottage opens into an airy open-plan living space with a kitchen and lounge. There is a woodburning stove and leather couches to enjoy your evening. French doors lead out from the bedroom onto an outdoor dining, bbq area and garden.

A homely studio apartment

Our home is only 3km from Bunclody town. Own transport is required as there is no direct bus route or taxi service. Our local shop/country pub is within walking distance (10 min) tourist attractions- 🔸️Bunclody golf and fishing club - 5 minute drive. 🔸️Mount Leinster viewing point - 10 min drive. 🔸️Huntington castle - 10 min drive. 🔸️Rathwood gift shop and garden centre - 30 min drive. 🔸️Kia Ora mini farm -37 min drive 🔸️Hook light house - 1hr 13min drive 🔸️Loftus Hall - 1hr 9min

Cosy Cottage near Shillelagh: Parklodge Mews.

Set on the grounds of a 200 acre working farm, Parklodge Mews dates back to 1760. Its careful renovation incorporates the farm’s original hen house, making this a quaint and quirky getaway. This cosy cottage, located off the beaten track, includes a living area with its own wood burning stove, a kitchen and a double en-suite bedroom upstairs, with scenic views and comfortable sleeping accommodation. This is a self- catering holiday property; guests will have the property to themselves.

Crab Lane Studios

A beautiful traditional stone built barn converted into a contemporary/industrial/rustic living space with quirky touches. Located in the idyllic foothills of the Wicklow Mountains, on the Wicklow Way, it features an open plan kitchen/living/dining space, a mezzanine bedroom and a spacious wet room. An extension offers an additional boot room/bathroom and paved courtyard area. The grounds are comprised of upper and lower lawns set on half an acre. A country pub is within walking distance.

The Cottage at Park Lodge, Shillelagh

Set on the grounds of a 200 acre working farm, Park Lodge Cottage dates back to 1760. This newly renovated cottage has maintained the handcrafted oak trusses originally sourced from Coolattin estate, making this an impressive and welcoming space. This beautiful cottage, includes a kitchen/ living area with its own wood burning stove, a double and twin bedroom with separate bath room and utility . This is a self-catering holiday property; guest will have the property to themselves.

Cottage on the Wicklow Way. Dog friendly.

The Perch, a stone walled cottage in tiny Kilquiggin village overlooks the rolling hills of Counties Wicklow, Wexford and Carlow. Beside the Wicklow Way 7km south of Shillelagh. Dog friendly. Convenient to Ballybeg House, Lisnavagh House and Mount Wolseley. One large double bedroom upstairs and a sofa bed downstairs, which sleeps 1 adult or 2 children. Large bathroom. Sitting room with wood burning stove and spacious kitchen with back door to garden. Own transport essential.

The Loft @ Poppy Hill

The Loft @ Poppy Hill is a cosy self contained unit close to a family house with fantastic views of Mount Leinster. It is 2km from the village of Ballindaggin and a super location to soak up the countryside and explore the treasures of Wexford and beyond. Located in the foothills of Mount Leinster, it is well suited for hill walkers, star gazers and those who want to feel the country atmosphere. The village has 2 pubs, one serving the best curry in Wexford.

Converted Barn in lush Carlow Countryside

“The Barn” is a beautifully restored 19th century building beside our Farm house, finely furnished for your comfort. Enjoy an Emperor size, bed dressed in luxury cottons. Although “The Barn” is private I'm always on hand. Nestled snugly on our farm at the end of a country lane, surrounded by gardens & lush countryside. Walk the towpaths of Borris, venture up Mt Leinster, enjoy the quaint pubs of Clonegal. Kilkenny City is a must.

The Loft

Enjoy a countryside escape in a loft apartment on a rural working farm on the Wicklow/Carlow border. Avail of a total disconnection from TV and screen time. Located off the Wicklow Way trail walk. Nearby amenities include Rathwood, Altamount Gardens, rural pubs, Carlow and Tullow town. 5 minutes away from Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa and Golfclub. It provides the perfect base to explore Wicklow, Wexford, Kilkenny and Carlow.