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Charming Cottage In Beautiful Howth, 25 Minutes From Dublin City Center

Charming Cottage In Beautiful Howth, 25 Minutes From Dublin City Center

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Our house!
Looking down Balglass Road towards Howth village and Harbour
View from the front door
Living room
Kitchen, looking back toward the living room

Overview of Charming Cottage In Beautiful Howth, 25 Minutes From Dublin City Center

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Dublin 13, Fingal
  • Popular LocationHowth Harbour12 min walk
  • Popular LocationHowth Castle3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDublin Port28 min drive
  • AirportDublin (DUB)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Cottage In Beautiful Howth, 25 Minutes From Dublin City Center

DATES NOW AVAILABLE IN JUNE AND JULY 2024 DUE TO RECENT CANCELLATION
Our charming 130-year old 2-bedroomed home, bright, welcoming and beautifully renovated, sits above the village of Howth, overlooking Howth Harbour and Ireland's Eye, the iconic island outside the harbor, just 9 miles from Dublin city center.

Howth is the scenic and recreational jewel of the Dublin area, sitting in a hilly peninsula on the north side of Dublin Bay with stunning views of the bay to the south and the coast line to the north. The harbor, with its two popular piers, includes a working fishing port as well as a large marina, and is an important sailing venue. The peninsula has a wide array of wonderful scenic walking paths over the hills and around the cliffs, and is popular with birdwatchers.

We believe that our house was built in or before 1895, but it has been extended and totally renovated, and includes all modern amenities. It is bright and fresh, with 2 bedrooms that can comfortably sleep 4 people, full bathroom, living room and a bright fully-fitted kitchen / dining room overlooking the garden. Total floor area is approx 1,000 sq ft. The garden includes a deck / patio and offers views of Howth Harbor and Ireland’s Eye. The front of the house has 2 parking spaces.

The house is 300 yards from Howth Village, including shops, church and bus service to the center of Dublin; 0.4 miles from Howth Harbour; 0.7 miles (12 minute walk) from the DART rapid transit rail station serving the center of Dublin and southern areas of the city; and 8.9 miles from Dublin city center.

Howth has 2 fine golf courses, numerous excellent restaurants, and the 15th century Howth Castle which includes its famed wild rhododendron gardens, which are open to the public in summer, and the National Transport Museum of Ireland. As can be expected in a fishing port, many of the restaurants are particularly noted for fine seafood. Howth also has several well-known pubs, including the Abbey Tavern, which is renowned nationally for Irish folk and traditional music, and is only 5 minutes’ walk from our house.

All this within 25 minutes of the center of Dublin!

Property manager

Peter and Jane Ahern

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Howth, fishing & Sailing village 25 minutes from the city center - Beautiful
A stylish and sophisticated property centrally located in Howth
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
10.0 out of 10, (74 reviews)
A stylish and sophisticated property centrally located in Howth

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

About the area

Dublin

Located by the ocean, this vacation home is in Howth, a neighborhood in Dublin. Guinness Storehouse and 3Arena are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit O'Connell Street and Grafton Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Aviva Stadium or Croke Park. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Map
Dublin 13, Fingal

What's nearby

  • Howth Harbour - 12 min walk
  • Ireland's Eye - 3 min drive
  • Howth Castle - 3 min drive
  • Malahide Castle - 23 min drive
  • Dublin Port - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Dublin Howth Station - 13 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Howth Harbour - 14 min walk
  • The Bloody Stream - 14 min walk
  • O'Connell's Howth - 9 min walk
  • King Sitric - 9 min walk
  • Crabby Jo's - 13 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Graham M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location & excellent hosts
My family had the pleasure of staying at Peter & Jane's property for a full month, and are glad we chose this location! Highlights: - LOCATION was outstanding; a highly sought after suburb of Dublin, yet (thankfully) a few blocks away from the touristy Harbour Road. We made great use of the local library, grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream shops, etc. For our son there were amazing playgrounds (e.g. St Anne's, Malahide Castle, St Stephen's Green, etc) within a short drive, and we made sure enjoyed the Howth Cliff Walk and Balscadden Bay beach. We rented a car for the full month though still made use of DART on various occasions due to its convenience. - HOSTS were available & helpful throughout the experience. Thank you Peter & Jane as well as the property manager (Vernoica) for quick responses, and for the very detailed Welcome package. - AMENITIES worked out great for the length of our stay (1 month), as it was our goal to "settle in" which meant making a lot of use of the kitchen, laundry, and so on. We had some challenges with the effectiveness of the dryer however Peter already has a plan to get it improved. The beds were comfy, the TV & Wifi worked fine, and the place felt quite safe & secure. On a side-note, many of the photos of the listing are out-of-date (at the time of this review) e.g. the backyard, and some of the interior furniture. Not an issue in any way though still would be good to have the latest & greatest reflected in the photos.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage
This was a great cottage. The owner gave very good details about everything we needed to know. Checkin was very easy and there was a property manager close by but we didn’t even need assistance with anything. The location is close to local transportation and pubs but be aware that it is an uphill journey from the main part of the village so walking can be a little strenuous but we are 66+ and still made it just fine. Would defiantly stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Wonderful property and location in beautiful Howth. Peter was a wonderful host providing great direction for access and information regarding the area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place Ideal Location
Our stay at this remarkable place was truly delightful, and we were enchanted by its fantastic location. The combination of a fantastic accommodation and an ideal setting made our experience truly memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage Stay from Sept 17- Sept 30th, 2023
This cottage is everything it's listed as and more. Peter and Jane are such gracious hosts. This charming cottage has all the amenities to make your stay very comfortable while exploring Howth and Ireland. Peter provides a very detailed and helpful printout on how all appliances work in the cottage. If there are any questions, a property manager is easily contacted and close by. The cottage is wonderfully positioned at the top of a small incline and has beautiful views of Howth harbor and Ireland's Eye. There are markets and cafes within walking distance and the pubs in Howth are as good as any you will find in Dublin! With the close availability of buses, the train and taxis, you can get almost anywhere in Ireland without renting a vehicle. Adventures are plentiful in Howth, with the beginning of the cliff walk just steps from the cottage, boat trips out to explore Ireland's Eye and nature walks and experiences available. Also, if you're lucky, you will get a glimpse of the harbor seals! You absolutely can't go wrong staying in this cottage while enjoying your "Ireland experience"!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peter and Jane Ahern

Host profile image
We are Peter and Jane Ahern. We both grew up and were educated in Ireland. We met when we both worked for the Irish government’s Industrial Development Authority (IDA Ireland), and got married in Dublin. Soon after that, we moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where we have lived for many winters! Our two children live and work in the Cleveland area but, from numerous visits though their lifetimes, they both know every inch of the Howth peninsula!

Why they chose this property

Jane grew up on the Howth peninsula and her mother and brothers still live there. Over our years in the US we have spent many wonderful vacations there with family and friends, enjoying the spectacular scenery and great social life. It was our dream to find a house in Howth, and when we learned that this wonderful house was for sale in 2003, Peter made a quick trip to Ireland and, after a few quick phone calls with Jane back in Cleveland, immediately bought it. It was perfect!

What makes this property unique

Our Irish home is full of character, over 120 years old but with every modern amenity, in a quiet street, but still within a short walk of all of the attractions of Howth Village and Howth Harbour with their restaurants, pubs, Yacht Club, shops, pier walks and marina.
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