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10/10 Excellent
MK W.
Dec 13, 2025
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MK W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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Thatcher's Rest Cottage Winner 'Best beach holiday rental in Europe'.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Laundry
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Bettystown, Dublin
- Triton Casino BettystownPlace, Triton Casino Bettystown15 min walk
- Trinity CollegePlace, Trinity College47 min drive
- St. Stephen's GreenPlace, St. Stephen's Green50 min drive
- Dublin (DUB)Airport, Dublin (DUB)38 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Laytown
Located in Laytown, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Boyne River Valley and Triton Casino Bettystown. .This cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Sonairte Ecology Centre and 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from St. Mary's Bridge.
What's nearby
- Triton Casino Bettystown - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- O'Connell Street - 46 min drive - 34.6 miles
- Trinity College - 47 min drive - 34.8 miles
- St. Stephen's Green - 50 min drive - 35.4 miles
- Guinness Storehouse - 52 min drive - 36.0 miles
Getting around
- Bettystown Laytown Station - 2 min drive
- Dublin Airport (DUB) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
- Whytes of Stamullen - 14 min drive
- Punjabi House - 10 min drive
- Reddans - 12 min walk
- Circle K - 11 min drive
- Evalynn Coffee - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Thatcher's Rest Cottage Winner 'Best beach holiday rental in Europe'.
This picture postcard spacious thatched holiday cottage recently renovated to the highest standard provides luxury accommodation for up to 6 people.
Stunning sea views from the big bay window complete with window seat.Large open plan lounge with vaulted oak beamed ceiling, feature stone fireplace, solid oak flooring.Fully fitted farmhouse pine kitchen (integrated electric oven and hob, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher and breakfast bar).Utility room (washing machine,tumble dryer) with separate WC.Three bedrooms one master suite, one double and one twin en-suite.Two luxury full sized bathrooms en-suite (walk in power showers, separate double ended baths, under floor heating, heated towel rails, fitted hair dryers).Gas fired central heating and double glazing throughout.The master and twin bedrooms share a sunny west facing patio.
Thatcher's Rest is an exceptional location for your Irish self catering holiday at any time.
Stunning sea views from the big bay window complete with window seat.Large open plan lounge with vaulted oak beamed ceiling, feature stone fireplace, solid oak flooring.Fully fitted farmhouse pine kitchen (integrated electric oven and hob, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher and breakfast bar).Utility room (washing machine,tumble dryer) with separate WC.Three bedrooms one master suite, one double and one twin en-suite.Two luxury full sized bathrooms en-suite (walk in power showers, separate double ended baths, under floor heating, heated towel rails, fitted hair dryers).Gas fired central heating and double glazing throughout.The master and twin bedrooms share a sunny west facing patio.
Thatcher's Rest is an exceptional location for your Irish self catering holiday at any time.
Make yourself comfortable in your cottage. There's a private patio.
Property amenities
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
Outdoor areas
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Composting
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Local artist showcase
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- Recycling
- Some LED lighting used
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events 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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property is also known as
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical!
Have traveled to many places, including Ireland before & this was the most relaxing & superb place ever! Miles of clean quiet beach a few steps from your magical "cottage". Not truly a cottage but warm, modern home away from home. Best of the best in owners & staff. Will plan to come again!! Would like to keep it a secret garden!
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024