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The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin provides amenities like a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Located in Ashbourne, this apartment is in a rural area. Liffey Valley Shopping Centre is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit 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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Meath, Meath

What's nearby

  • Emerald Park - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Fairyhouse Racecourse - 16 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Croke Park - 20 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Trinity College - 22 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Guinness Storehouse - 23 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Black Bull M3 Parkway Station - 15 min drive
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fifty Fifty - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - Ashbourne - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Donkey Shed Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Macari's Fish & Chips - ‬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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Reviews

The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steph H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay in the countryside

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage — it had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing visit. The location was perfect: surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet with quiet, traffic-free roads that made getting to our daily destinations easy and stress-free. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cowshed

We loved everything about our stay here and will definitely be back next time we are in Dublin. So close to the city but far enough out to feel years away from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

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

8/10 Good

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

BillWendy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 day stay

The Cow Shed was perfect for two couples. Loved the forest paths Eva was right there if we needed any advice. Great spot
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

Nice and peaceful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Fran W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Susie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Noreen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Christianne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ballybin

Cowshed. Good slerping
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

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!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint two day getaway

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite UK/Ireland VRBO

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!)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 sisters

Very helpful and Eva was a gem
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Wilmington North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Tresa N., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Scott N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quiet location with lovely hosts.

We stayed 2 nights. We drove in a little late the first day and we were greeted by Eva. She was very gracious and helpful. It was nice to have milk, OJ and bread stocked in the room since we had our daughter with us. The location was quiet, close to Ashbourne and not far from Dublin at all but much more peaceful. And we were able to launder our clothes which was perfect because we were about halfway through our trip. My daughter loved the animals. I would definitely stay here again if we ever make our way back to Ireland. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022