Cottage Guidebook
Sightseeing
Tomnafinnoge Wood is just a few minutes drive from the cottage and is the last surviving fragment of the great Coollattin Woods which once clothed the hills and valleys of south Wicklow. This ancient woodland will bring you back in time. Giant Oak trees dominate but you will encounter plenty more trees and plants on these walks. There are four different walks of varying distance. Most popular is the River Walk of 2km (4km both ways) and the Beech Walk. Shorter walks are the Oak Walk, 3.2km, and the Hazel walk, only 1.3km. This is an ideal walk suitable for all the family.
13 locals recommend
Tomnafinnoge Woods
Tomnafinnoge Wood is just a few minutes drive from the cottage and is the last surviving fragment of the great Coollattin Woods which once clothed the hills and valleys of south Wicklow. This ancient woodland will bring you back in time. Giant Oak trees dominate but you will encounter plenty more trees and plants on these walks. There are four different walks of varying distance. Most popular is the River Walk of 2km (4km both ways) and the Beech Walk. Shorter walks are the Oak Walk, 3.2km, and the Hazel walk, only 1.3km. This is an ideal walk suitable for all the family.
The Railway Walk and extension runs along part of the original train track from Woodenbridge to Shillelagh, alongside the Derry River and through some farmland. It offers comfortable off road, scenic walking.
Railway Walk
Railway WalkThe Railway Walk and extension runs along part of the original train track from Woodenbridge to Shillelagh, alongside the Derry River and through some farmland. It offers comfortable off road, scenic walking.
Powerscourt Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall on the river Dargle near Enniskerry. It is surrounded by the great Sugar Loaf Mountain. The waterfall stands at a height of 121 metres, and is the 2nd highest waterfall on the island. (1 hour drive)
96 locals recommend
Powerscourt Waterfall
Powerscourt Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall on the river Dargle near Enniskerry. It is surrounded by the great Sugar Loaf Mountain. The waterfall stands at a height of 121 metres, and is the 2nd highest waterfall on the island. (1 hour drive)
The Wicklow Way is a 129-kilometre trail that cuts through the beautiful Wicklow Mountains. The trail starts at Marlay Park in southern Dublin and goes through County Wicklow, before ending in the village of Clonegal in County Carlow. The trail takes about 5 to 7 days to do it in its entirety. The Wicklow way passes close by to the cottage. (500m)
The Wicklow Way
The Wicklow Way is a 129-kilometre trail that cuts through the beautiful Wicklow Mountains. The trail starts at Marlay Park in southern Dublin and goes through County Wicklow, before ending in the village of Clonegal in County Carlow. The trail takes about 5 to 7 days to do it in its entirety. The Wicklow way passes close by to the cottage. (500m)
Glendalough is both historic and beautiful. It has two of the most beautiful lakes in Ireland which are surrounded by greenery and mountains, which led to it being called ‘Valley of Two Lakes’. The monastic site was founded in the 6th century by St. Kevin. (50 minute drive)
303 locals recommend
Glendalough
Glendalough is both historic and beautiful. It has two of the most beautiful lakes in Ireland which are surrounded by greenery and mountains, which led to it being called ‘Valley of Two Lakes’. The monastic site was founded in the 6th century by St. Kevin. (50 minute drive)
Widely respected as the jewel in Ireland’s gardening crown, Altamont Gardens are an enchanting blend of formal and informal gardens with riverside walks covering over 40 acres (16 hectares). Recognised as one of the most beautiful gardens of Ireland, the estate gains much of its character from the many mature trees, native in the avenues and woodland areas, and exotic specimens throughout the gardens (10 km)
52 locals recommend
Altamont Gardens
Widely respected as the jewel in Ireland’s gardening crown, Altamont Gardens are an enchanting blend of formal and informal gardens with riverside walks covering over 40 acres (16 hectares). Recognised as one of the most beautiful gardens of Ireland, the estate gains much of its character from the many mature trees, native in the avenues and woodland areas, and exotic specimens throughout the gardens (10 km)
Huntington Castle is set on over 160 acres of gardens, woodland and farmland. The castle features a fascinating guided tour which explains its 17th-century history. The tour also features the world famous Temple of Isis located in the old castle dungeons. The castle also offers a fabulous woodland playground, as well as a charming tearoom and gift shop. (12 km)
18 locals recommend
Huntington Castle & Gardens
Huntington Castle is set on over 160 acres of gardens, woodland and farmland. The castle features a fascinating guided tour which explains its 17th-century history. The tour also features the world famous Temple of Isis located in the old castle dungeons. The castle also offers a fabulous woodland playground, as well as a charming tearoom and gift shop. (12 km)
Greenan maze is situated in the beautiful countryside of the Wicklow hills. Here, you can spend the whole day wandering around in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. With loads of attractions to check out, the day will be packed full of things to do and will keep the kids fully occupied. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy! (22km)
29 locals recommend
Greenan Maze
Greenan maze is situated in the beautiful countryside of the Wicklow hills. Here, you can spend the whole day wandering around in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. With loads of attractions to check out, the day will be packed full of things to do and will keep the kids fully occupied. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy! (22km)
Clara Lara is the place to come for a day away from the world of screens. Children can play outdoors, run around, use their imagination, stretch their physical fitness and not notice time going by. This is the perfect getaway for families from a busy bustling world. (45 minutes)
32 locals recommend
Clara Lara FunPark
The Vale of ClaraClara Lara is the place to come for a day away from the world of screens. Children can play outdoors, run around, use their imagination, stretch their physical fitness and not notice time going by. This is the perfect getaway for families from a busy bustling world. (45 minutes)
Rathwood is an award-winning family run department store and restaurant.
An animal park, forest walks, train rides and a children’s playground are some of the exciting and different activities that visitors can avail of when they visit Rathwood. The Maze of Ireland consists of 2500 beech hedging woven together in the shape of Ireland and covers 1.2 acres. (less than 5 minutes)
22 locals recommend
Rathwood
Rathwood is an award-winning family run department store and restaurant.
An animal park, forest walks, train rides and a children’s playground are some of the exciting and different activities that visitors can avail of when they visit Rathwood. The Maze of Ireland consists of 2500 beech hedging woven together in the shape of Ireland and covers 1.2 acres. (less than 5 minutes)
There are many beautiful beaches within a 40 minute drive of the cottage such as Ballymoney, Castletown and Arklow.
8 locals recommend
Ballymoney Beach
There are many beautiful beaches within a 40 minute drive of the cottage such as Ballymoney, Castletown and Arklow.
Wicklow’s Gaol tells a story of crime, cruelty, exile, misery and the harshness of the 1798 rebellion. The original gaol dungeon is open to the public for the first time in over 100 years. (51km) Eircode: A67 Y337 (50 minute drive)
39 locals recommend
Wicklow Gaol
1 Kilmantin HillWicklow’s Gaol tells a story of crime, cruelty, exile, misery and the harshness of the 1798 rebellion. The original gaol dungeon is open to the public for the first time in over 100 years. (51km) Eircode: A67 Y337 (50 minute drive)
Kilkenny City is home to one of the most recognisable landmarks in Ireland: the 12th-century Kilkenny Castle. Go back in time and explore Ireland’s Medieval Mile, a discovery trail running through Kilkenny city. The county is full of vibrant heritage and history at every turn, so there are many stories for you to uncover in Kilkenny.
155 locals recommend
Kilkenny Castle
The ParadeKilkenny City is home to one of the most recognisable landmarks in Ireland: the 12th-century Kilkenny Castle. Go back in time and explore Ireland’s Medieval Mile, a discovery trail running through Kilkenny city. The county is full of vibrant heritage and history at every turn, so there are many stories for you to uncover in Kilkenny.