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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books
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Exceptional

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2 bedrooms130 sq m

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  • Pet-friendly
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Blackditch, Wicklow (county)
  • AirportDublin (DUB)58 min drive

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Getting around

  • Wicklow Kilcoole Station - 16 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ashford House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Byrne's Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Chester Beatty Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪FOOD at Fishers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tigernut Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Swallow Cottage - Luxuriously Designed Cottage in old Courtyard in Wicklow.

Swallow cottage is a large luxuriously refurbished cottage located beside NewCastle Village, Co. Wicklow in the Garden of Ireland. The property is part of an old courtyard complex which has been recently renovated. The property is on two levels and comprises Large Living and Open Plan kitchen area with one Bedroom (double bed) and ensuite shower room on the upper level and a very large bedroom with double bed and one single bed on the ground floor with adjacent shower room, entrance hall and utility room. The property sleeps four persons comfortably and a fifth person ( on single bed) can be accommodated in the very large ground floor bedroom. Equiped with WIFI and TV's.
The property is located on a working farm and beside the Birdwatch Nature Reserve in Co. Wicklow. Located in North Wicklow and literally 20 minutes from South County Dublin, it is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area, 40 minutes from the Centre of Dublin and 10 minutes from the village of Greystones to the North and 10 mins from the town of Wicklow. The Wicklow National Park , Glendalough, the Powerscourt Estate, Kilruddery are all within easy driving distance. Druid's Glen Golf Course is less than a 5 minute drive away and there are at least 10 other golf courses within a 10 minute drive. So it is an ideal location for golfers who might be interested in basing themselves in Wicklow. The beach is a 10 minute walk from the farm, half a mile. Other amenities close by include horse riding/polo/ cycling/ walking/ sailing. The farm is located close to where the Vikings TV series is being shot.

The farm has been restored and the target is to make it as environmentally friendly as possible and re-introduce native wild life and plants that had previously been wiped out by industrial farming. The reason it is called Swallow Cottage is because the Swallows return each year to the barn adjacent and nest there for the summer.

Extremely private and secure.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Swallow Cottage - Luxuriously Designed Cottage in old Courtyard in Wicklow. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angus C., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely place
We so much enjoyed our stay. The farm was a place of peace as it re-wilds. We noticed and enjoyed songs of the birds and field of grass in front of our cottage. The cottage was beautifully renovated and we enjoyed sitting and looking out of the large window. We also enjoyed the region, the mountains and the seaside community of Greystones. Thanks Lucy and Angela
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We were so happy with our stay at the Swallow Cottage. Angela provided a wonderful welcome and was fantastic in responding to any requests. The Swallow Cottage has plenty of room and was spotless. Kitchen provided all the amenities of home. We will absolutely recommend to our friends traveling to Ireland and will be sure to make this a stop on our next visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Very Quiet Few Days
My son and I enjoyed our 5 days at Swallow Cottage very much as we both love nature and we visited the bird sanctuary. We would have appreciated a little more communication with our host on arrival, such as 5 minutes to explain where to find the ground floor bathroom was located and the hidden bedroom TV. A few signposts, such as the name on the cottage door, and a few discreet arrows to show the way on foot to the beach would have been helpful. The accommodation was very comfortable and cosy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great peaceful place to get away
Lovely quiet retreat for the family. Close enough to many attractions in Wicklow or the beach to keep everyone satisfied. The lodgings were nicely furnished and equipped. The overall design of the accommodations was amazing. The owners were helpful and accommodating with our children, including letting them interact with the horses and lovely dogs! Would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Cottage
This place is stunning, such a gorgeous base to stay in while exploring Wicklow. The log fire and Netflix was perfect for a rainy evening. We have 3 kids who loved this place nicknaming it the ‘upside down’ cottage due to the living room being upstairs to take advantage of the views across the fields. We adventured through the fields to the beach to explore, which was fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

anna c.

Disappointing stay at an isolated farm
The host was not at the property at the agreed time, and was quite cool with us in a fairly brief showing round. There was no customary welcome of flowers/wine/items such as butter, milk, bread, unlike the other places we stayed at, indicative of good manners. This was the most expensive of the places we had booked yet the host explained she was not making enough money! Reviews, on which we all base our choices, mentioned fresh items/champagne/coffee etc but there was nothing at all. We received a message minutes later, whilst mulling over the 10 mile round trip to get milk, as the farm is not near anywhere, saying we could leave and get a pro rata refund. Perhaps it was meant well but I found it distressing. We did not see or hear from her again during our stay. Swallow Cottage is certainly luxuriously designed and the linen and beds were lovely. The window panes top and bottom did suffer from bird droppings and my husband noticed many dead flies and cobwebs in the veluxes, so suggest these are cleaned. The hob wasn't straightforward, only working when something is on it so a guide to all the facilities would be a great help. How did the BBQ work and why a coffee machine without pods provided? Not enough crockery when using the full size dishwasher to then have any left to use. 2 dishwasher tablets for a 5 day stay? one log in the basket for a fire, one spoon for cooking. Everything a little mean. There are 4 boisterous dogs who do run around free so bear that in mind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
An Irish slice of heaven
Our family of 5 (2 adults, 3 kids) absolutely LOVED this vrbo! I wish I could give it 6 stars because it is superlative. Property looks even better in person than in pictures - immaculate, modern, peaceful. The beds were incredibly comfortable and rooms conveniently had black-out shades so we always had a great night's sleep. Kitchen had everything we needed and we enjoyed many meals in the cottage because it was truly just a joy to be in that space. There were also fantastic waterfall shower heads in both bathrooms, and a washer/dryer (must have with 3 kids) in our cottage. The grounds are stunning with aromatic flower and kitchen gardens. We enjoyed a walk through the nature reserve in the back of the property to the Irish Sea!! We also had a great time with the friendly resident dogs and cats. This cottage will be one of our favorite memories/experiences from our Ireland adventure, and I am so grateful to Angela for creating this little slice of heaven and sharing it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ossha W., Marysville, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
First timers in Ireland
The property was beautiful, we found the beds comfortable, everything was in working order. The kitchen and bathrooms were fully equipped. The grounds were charming and the host was especially engaging. This is the place to be for peace and quiet. Not much to do in town. We had really good food at the Castle’s Inn - Dublin is at least 35+ minutes away. We would stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

david v.

Liked: Cleanliness
An oasis of peace and tranquility
We would like to thank Angela, Harry and the dogs for their wonderful hospitality and warmth of welcome The cottages were beautiful and located in stunning countryside There were lovely walks through the Nature Reserve to the beach and surrounding fields A location that lifts the soul and restores the body and a rare oasis of peace and tranquility
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne O., Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely in every way
We loved this property. The peace was exactly what we needed. The cottage is gorgeous! And very clean. Wonderfully responsive host.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
First class!
Awesome stay here while horse shopping in the area. Increadible attention to details with the remodel of the historic farm. We had coffee, milk, juice and Irish bread and butter waiting for us upon arrival. You will be amazed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay!
My husband and 2 teenagers stayed here for 3 weeks and it was amazing! The property is beautiful and spacious. There was grass to kick a ball around on. The kids enjoyed playing with the dogs. We enjoyed having our morning coffee and breakfast on the patio. The cottage was big enough for us to all have our own space and some privacy for my husband while he worked. Everyone was so friendly and kind. I can't say enough good things about this place.
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just heavenly
A truly extraordinary location and home, could not recommend more enthusiastically
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
This property is a dream, the setting is amazing and Swallow Cottage is even better in reality than the already lovely photos. We enjoyed a week here, a peaceful place to return to every evening after a busy day hiking, shopping and eating close by. Angela was an amazing host and everyone on the property so welcoming. A magical place to holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanna M., Honolulu

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Magic!
Absolutely fantastic stay in Yew Cottage: the accommodations are properly luxe balanced with cozy. Stunning sculptures dot the pristine (yet charming) grounds, and the walking paths down to the sea are delightful. Our favorite but was the canine welcoming committee. Truly a retreat from the daily grind.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peri O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations!
Seriously the most beautiful place I have ever rented! Stunning place and the location was breathtaking. Hosts are SO lovely!!! I hope I will cross paths with them again. 100% would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ritu H., Kingston upon Thames, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous cottage
Swallow Cottage is simply gorgeous and the grounds are amazing. Very dog friendly. Great location too! We had a really nice time there. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer at Blackditch
We had a fabulous week in Swallow Barn, a brilliant location for a reunion with our daughter and partner after all this time. So much enjoyed the quiet and privacy the farm affords - very well equipped and designed including high quality, well maintained appliances. The village pub was excellent, a short pleasant cycle away with lovely staff. All in all Angela and Sharon looked after us very well and made for a most comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bronagh W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful retreat
The cottage was beautiful, everything is of the best quality and it is extremely comfortable. Angela, the host, is friendly and welcoming and very generous with the home grown produce from the kitchen garden. We had a great week. The location is perfect for exploring the nearby beauty spots.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

ellen c.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful break in the Wicklow countryside
This renovated cottage property is spacious clean and very well appointed. It is located in an idyllic peaceful countryside setting but yet close to the many beautiful places to visit in Wicklow. There is a beach and a nature reserve in close proximity. Dublin is also very accessible from here. Angela was a wonderful host with lots of useful recommendations and helpful advice. This is a dog friendly property and the walks and freedom were ideal for our four -legged friend. We hope to return again - cant recommend highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
An exceptional experience from start to finish. Angela and her team were generous and kind hosts. The property itself is beyond words! Could not recommend more.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't imagine a better vacation location and experience
The property is beautiful. Angela prepped us for our Christmas-time stay with terrific suggestions of places to visit. She went above and beyond in hosting - in addition to the (very good) champagne, Angela provided rations and shopping guidance to get us through the holiday weekend, when much of Ireland, and the local grocers closed Christmas and St. Stephen's Day (and beyond in some cases). Thank you to Angela, Sharon, Harry, and the pups for the lovely experience, and amazing hospitality. Wishing you the best for 2020. For a gateway to Wicklow County, Blackditch Farm is tough to beat.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maximilian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for Families
We enjoyed our stay on the Blackditch farm very much. The cottage was very clean and provided just everything even for a longer stay. Communication with the owner and her brother was excellent, very friendly and helpful. We even had food, champagne and beer (!) for the first evening - thank you so much for that. This home was our best holiday home so far, and we would certainly love staying there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting & so relaxing
The accommodation and surrounding area was beautiful. It’s hard to get nice dog friendly accommodation with room to roam but this ticked all the boxes & more. The owner kindly gave us some wine when we arrived, offered the bbq, their vegetables from the greenhouse and gave lots of good tips for food & take aways locally. There is a shop & beach within walking distance and woods to stroll through. If you love the countryside, huge skies & quality accommodation you will love Swallow Cottage :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clare T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little piece of heaven
What luxurious accommodation! We enjoyed the rural setting and the warm welcome we were given. Angela and Sharon couldn’t have been kinder and more accommodating to meet our needs. The cottage was very well equipped and very comfortable with everything of a high quality. Although in a quiet location we were easily able to visit Dublin and explore the beautiful east coast. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019