The county of Wicklow is often affectionately referred to as the Garden of Ireland and if you are looking to take a holiday in a beautiful green setting then a stay in the village of Shillelagh may be the perfect choice for you. With a beautiful sounding name, the picturesque village of Shillelagh with pretty coloured cottages, tree lined streets and a rural location definitely lives up to its name. This is a fantastic location for a country cottage holiday or rural retreat break away.
About Cottage Breaks in Shillelagh
There are a number of points of interest close to Shillelagh to discover on a cottage holiday. Around 8km from the village are the ruins of an old monastery which dates back to the 12th century. Also on the edge of the village is Rathgall Hillfort which is set amongst some 18 acres of countryside. This historical hillfort is on a large scale and well worth a visit. For natural beauty head to Tomnafinnoge Oak Wood close by for woodland and riverside walks.
This is a wonderful part of Ireland to spend quality time with your loved one or friends walking and taking in the sights. Also available close to the village is horse riding for those who prefer to take in the rural scenery on horseback. For more time enjoying the great outdoors, Coollatin Golf Club is close by.
For a peaceful and relaxed cottage break away Shillelagh is hard to beat. Here you benefit from a wonderful country setting yet have the coast within reach for day trips by car should you wish to see a different side to county Wicklow. Enjoy browsing for log cabins, rural retreat cottages and even farm-stay accommodation. We hope you find the ideal place to stay in or close to Shillelagh.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Shillelagh, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Wicklow.