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History and elegance are two of the things we loved most about this stay in the drumlins of north County Meath. The warm and majestic ambience of the stately interior perfectly complements the emerald Irish countryside. Ideal for large family escapes or events like weddings (Oliver Plunkett’s family church is right next door), both the house and grounds are spacious and filled with activities to keep everyone entertained. Spend your morning drinking coffee and nibbling pastries from the cafe on the grounds. Once the sun is up and shining over the glistening hills, make use of the private tennis courts or go fishing with the kids at the nearby lake and enjoy the 200 historic acres of parkland surrounding the house. We loved the private opening hours allowed for guests of Cairnside to view the famous gardens of water, trees, vistas and archaeology. In the evening, enjoy a glass of wine by the fire at home or host a celebration party and be sure to bring along your piano playing relative because the living room features a gorgeous antique piano to twinkle into night.
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What to expect
Highlights
Play tennis on the private court
Get out and explore the manicured gardens
Try your hand on some Irish folk tunes on the grand piano
Tuck in to a book by the hearth
Bundle up for an al fresco breakfast on the patio
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Home truths
It does get pretty chilly at specific times of the year, but each bed includes heated blankets
The property is private but the surrounding gardens are public and open during the week
The airport is a bit of a drive away but there are several quaint villages nearby
About this stay
Amenities
Tennis court
Parking available
Garden
TV
Bathtub
Central heating
Fireplace
Library of books
Bedrooms & bathrooms
9 bedrooms, 13 beds
5 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Massage
Additional fees
There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Ireland
The population of the Republic of Ireland sits close to five million, yet in 2019, it welcomed over nine-and-a-half million tourists. Why could that be? It might be tempting to put it down to the naturally friendly disposition of the Irish (one of the most widely known Gaelic phrases, ‘céad míle fáilte’, translates as ‘a hundred thousand welcomes’), but there’s a little more to it than that. With more than...
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 14:00
Departure before 10:00
No air con
No wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Oliver
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nearly twenty years ago, Oliver and his friend began curating the world's most unique and rustic getaways. Driven by their own unforgettable experience at a chateau, they have grown remarkably since then. Much like Plum, they believe in hand-picked luxury that doesn't break the bank.
This home is nominated for the Plum Guide Award.
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