You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin
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
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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
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
Laundry facilities
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
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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
Meath, Meath
What's nearby
Ashbourne Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
Emerald Park - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
Fairyhouse Racecourse - 13 min drive - 7.0 km
Guinness Storehouse - 24 min drive - 28.6 km
Trinity College - 24 min drive - 28.5 km
Getting around
Black Bull M3 Parkway Station - 15 min drive
Dublin Airport (DUB) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Fifty Fifty - 5 min drive
RedBar - 4 min drive
Ashbourne Library - 5 min drive
Macari's Fish & Chips - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin 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).
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The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin Reviews
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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.
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.
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.
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!
Highly recommend! This self-service stay was impeccable. The owners were too kind and the home had everything we needed; two bedrooms, kitchen and living room/dining room combo. We enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and the convenience of having grocery stores and restaurants within 5 minutes, while only being 25 minutes outside of Dublin.
My 9-yr old said it best: we're surrounded by life here!!
Ciaran and Eve were wonderful hosts! The apartment was very tidy and easy to find. Our transport was delayed and they incredibly accommodating of a midnight arrival. We were delighted to find tea and snacks waiting for us in the kitchen. The farm was easy to find and we loved exploring the trails and meeting all the animals living there. We look forward to visiting again!
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It was super spacious, we were greeted by a very friendly cat, buns/croissants/jams/butter/milk/OJ when we arrived, and the property was very clean. It was our favorite VRBO out of the 5 that we stayed at during our UK/Ireland vacation. Very nice caretaker, friendly dogs, great walking trail around the farm, sheep, and an easy 20-30 minute drive to Dublin. Highly recommend this one! (Just remember that the entrance is past the house, not via the main gate!)
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.
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 😊
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. :)
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.
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.
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!!
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.