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Wicklow Holiday Cottages
The following rental companies provide a wide range of cottages in Wicklow as well as other self catering properties including seaside holiday homes, converted farmhouses and apartments. Visit the sites for details of availability as well as news of the latest reductions.
Holiday Lettings - Over
20 Wicklow holiday cottages to rent from £200 p/w. Most of their holiday properties are traditional in style and include barn conversions, farmhouses and renovated coach houses. They vary in size and can accommodate between 2 and 12 people.
Cottages 4 You -
15 Wicklow cottages in Burgage, Rathdrum, Baltinglass, Ballydonnell and other picturesque locations in County Wicklow. The majority have 4 star gradings and prices start at £300 for seven day holiday breaks.
Cottages Direct - A small range of Wicklow self catering cottages, some of which are able to accommodate pets. Booking rates range between £250 and £650 depending on season with some properties able to accommodate up to 8 people. Turnaround days are usually on Saturdays.
Sykes - A collection of Wicklow cottage propeties and self catering holiday homes which are available from around £200 for seven day holiday breaks. All are inspected and have attained at least three starts for standards.
Wicklow
Located on Ireland's East coast, Wicklow has a varied landscape consisting of scenic mountain ranges and plush, green valleys. Long golden beaches stretch the length of its coastline and help make this a popular destination for holiday goers.
The
Garden of Ireland offers some outstanding country settings such as the valleys of Glenmalure, Glencree and Glendalough. The latter is noted for its beautiful lake which is set against the sheer cliffs of a deep valley, as well as a 6th century monastic settlement which is a popular local attraction for visitors from far and wide.
Its coastline has a variety of charming resorts and towns like that of
Bray. Known as the gateway to Wicklow, it is the oldest seaside town in the country. Popular with walkers and ramblers, there's a signposted trail that winds in and out of the town that affords some marvellous coastal scenery.
Other sights of interest include the 18th century Russborough Mansion and its famous Albert Beit art collection and the attractive
Powerscourt Gardens and house. Wicklow's European golf club, host of the 2006 Ryder cup is also among the county's treasures. For further details about Wicklow visitor attractions including admission prices and entry times, see the guide that follows below.
Wicklow visitor attractions
Cottages holidaymakers in County Wicklow can enjoy picturesque countryside, expansive sandy beaches and spectacular mountains with a host of historical attractions from medieval castles to stately homes.
Outdoor Activities
Sometimes referred to as the “Garden of Ireland”, Wicklow is a great place to explore on foot or on a bicycle.
Devil’s Glen in Wicklow Town offers horse-riding and the
Kippure Walking Centre at Manor Kilbride offers guided walking tours of the area. Balinroe Golf Club is magnificently sited on the coast and Brennanstown Riding School is one of Ireland’s best known equestrian centres offering riding lesson and horse-trekking in the Little Sugar Loaf Mountain.
The
National Sea Life Centre on the seafront in Bray is very popular with kids and has some exotic sea creatures and a tropical shark tank. Open daily in summer 10.00 until 18.00. Winter 11.00 to 17.00.
Food and drink
Tourists will find plenty of places to enjoy good food and drink. Donnelly’s Café in Wicklow’s market square offers all kinds of sandwiches, snacks and cakes. The Bakery in Church Street is renowned for its venison and the
Square Steakhouse specialises in steak and seafood.
The Roundwood Inn, a 17th century coaching tavern serves bar meals, local seafood and Irish Stew. At Glendalough try the
Wicklow Heather which serves breakfast, morning coffee and dinner featuring local lamb and venison.
History and Culture
The castles, abbeys and stately homes of Wicklow have often been used as backdrops for the sets of films such as Braveheart and Excalibur. Near Enniskerry is the enormous
Powerscourt Estate with beautiful ornamental gardens and the highest waterfall in Ireland, open 9.30 to 17.30 daily.
The
Kilruddery Estate in Bray is renowned for its gardens designed in the 17th century in a French formal style and are the oldest in Ireland, open April Saturday and Sunday from 13.00 to 17.00 (gardens), May to September daily 13.00 to 17.00 (house). May, June and September daily from 13.00 to 17.00 (house and gardens).
Above the harbour at Wicklow are the ruins of
Black Castle built in the 11th century with fine view of the coast and mountains. In the heart of the Wicklow mountains, visit St Kevin’s Monastery in Glendalough built in the 6th century and a place of pilgrimage until the 19th century.
