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4-Star Apartment on a Working Farm

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Dining
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Meath, Meath
  • Popular LocationAshbourne Golf Club7 min drive
  • Popular LocationEmerald Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFairyhouse Racecourse13 min drive
  • AirportDublin (DUB)22 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

4-Star Apartment on a Working Farm

The Cowshed is a bright modern two-bedroom apartment in a refurbished stone farm building. It has a fully-fitted kitchen; and a dining and living area that opens out onto a private patio. It faces east over fields and forest on a working farm.

Property manager

Ciaran Buckley

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Can provide a cot (crib) and high chair as needed

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the neighborhood

Ashbourne

Located in Ashbourne, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Phoenix Park and popular attractions include Emerald Park and Dublin Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fairyhouse Racecourse or Morton Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Ashbourne Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Emerald Park - 9 min drive
  • Fairyhouse Racecourse - 13 min drive
  • Croke Park - 21 min drive
  • Guinness Storehouse - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Black Bull M3 Parkway Station - 15 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ashbourne Library - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Bucca - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪EatZen Chinese Restaurant (Ashbourne) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪As You Like It - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4-Star Apartment on a Working Farm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4-Star Apartment on a Working Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4-Star Apartment on a Working Farm?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4-Star Apartment on a Working Farm located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ashbourne Golf Club, Fairyhouse Racecourse, and Blackbush Golf Club. Emerald Park and Rathbeggan Lakes are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice apartment in the country.
Fantastic hosts went out of their way to make our stay comfortable. Close to the airport.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ballybin
Cowshed. Good slerping
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Nice 2 bedroom stay with a view.. sheep and lambs out the back door. Great distance from Dublin, not too far but enough for a quiet night of sleep during St Patricks weekend. Kitchen had all we needed and the welcome goods were nice. Host was understanding with time change/dates misstep on my part.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Newgrange and airport
Quiet, comfortable and nice location for our needs. We took 25 minutes to get to Newgrange and about the same time to get to the Dublin airport for our flight home. We were treated with a lovely basket of breakfast foods, as well. The host has prepared an excellent and very comprehensive book of all you could need while staying in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great!
Loved the property. Ciaran and Eva were both very friendly and helpful! Highly recommend :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
5-Star Stay!
This charming cottage (the Cowshed) is in a very quiet and convenient location in Meath. The accommodations were as shown, and we had a very comfortable two-day stay. There's a beautiful forest in the back that you can wander through, and the communication with the Hosts was fantastic. I would definitely stay at the Duffy's Ballabin again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Near But Not In Dublin
We really enjoyed staying in The Cow Shed for our time in the Dublin area. Welcome basket of breakfast items was appreciated. It’s a reasonable drive in to the city or you can take the 103 bus. We had a mi or issue with the hot water heater that was promptly and professionally resolved to our satisfaction. Friendly cat on property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Wilmington North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly farm
We had a great two nights on the farm! Eva was welcoming and accommodating and our kids loved the friendly cat and dogs on the property. The cowshed was very comfortable and had everything that we needed. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a great stay here. The place was clean and the beds were comfortable. The host is very welcoming and made us feel at home. Wish we had more time to spend in the area then we did.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farm stay
It was a typical farm house that got us away from the city. You need to Uber, have a car or get a ride to town. Walking is dangerous and no bus stop close. The setting is beautiful and hosts were accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lillian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely farm setting
Located just outside Ashbourne, short driving distances to Slane and Dublin airport. Two bedroom self catering apartment with all amenities. Eva greeted us with a welcome basket of fresh bread, milk, juice and beverages 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Irish Country Perfection
Ciaran and Eva made our stay so comfortable and welcoming. It was a great start to our Irish holiday and I would stay with them again. They answered all of our questions and were easy to contact if we needed anything. If you are looking for peaceful, country experience, this is it. Absolutely charming accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christianne V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Farm Stay
A wonderful place for families! Sheep right outside the door and lots of places to take the kids on walks. Eva was a lovely help and provided high chair. Thank you for the bread, butter, tea, coffee, juice, and milk upon arrival!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Three sisters from AUS
Would gladly recommend this accommodation to friends and family so helpful and great Wi-Fi
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 sisters
Very helpful and Eva was a gem
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tresa N., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Meath! So good!
What you see in VRBO’s photos is what you get! Spot on! Beautiful scenic drives all around and the VRBO was excellent! We had two sweet sheep that greeted us upon arrival and the land around the farm is gorgeous!! Eva was wonderful to talk to and so very sweet! If I could give it 6 stars, I would!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Irish vacation
Lovely apartment on a working farm, the sheep And barn cats were very friendly. Unexpected and free continental breakfast provided by the host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place
Nice and peaceful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for an extended family visit.
All very easy. Lovely surroundings and the welcome pack was very much appreciated. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place to stay! Enjoyed our stay. Left bread, drinks and coffee! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We arrived to the location and we were so happy to see sheep grazing right out our door, farm cats that were cuddly and amazing and the property manager Eva had left us bread, milk, juice and crossiants! Our stay was a wonderful and comfortable stay in the ‘cow shed’ with my family loving the amenities afforded, the cleanliness and modern layout but most of all the hospitality of this great place. We took in recommendation for trying bus to Dublin, restaurants near the place and nothing disappointed! Truly a lovely place that I plan to tell all my family and friends to stay at if they ever head to Ireland! Truly a gem!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay in the country
We had a great stay here at the start of our Ireland trip. The tray of breads and the milk & juice in the fridge were a nice surprise, as we arrived after an overnight flight and didn’t have the energy to stop to pick up any food on our way. The place was spacious and comfortable (great beds) and well-equipped and Eva and Ciaran were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the cats and sheep!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay!
Very clean and comfortable, and we were made to feel very welcome. This is a super convenient location if you want to be close to Dublin Airport -- an easy 20 minute drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allycia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Laundry cat
This was our last stop on a tour through England, Scotland, and Ireland before heading home. We enjoyed a much needed rest before heading home and befriended 'laundry cat' while we were relaxing. We needed to pack light due to traveling by train for a portion of our journey and having a laundry facility was extremely helpful. It was a bonus to meet the very friendly farm cat while we were at it. The rooms were comfortable and the setting was peaceful. We did have to reach out to the owner to get information about how to enter the property which was concerning at first. Once we contacted them, it was very simple. Finding the driveway at night in the rain was tricky. The restaurant recommendations were spot on and the bread they left for us was a welcome treat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Duffy's of Ballybin was the perfect place to have a home base while we explored Ireland. The location is very convenient to not only Dublin Airport, but to many of County Meath's historical sites, as well as the well used motorways around the country. Our apartment was clean and comfortable and our hosts were warm and welcoming. I highly recommend Duffy's of Ballybin as a place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022