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The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin

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A stone building with a gravel driveway and a wooden bench.
A wall art of a cow with the text "THE COW SHED".
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a radiator, and a window with sheer curtains.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a smaller armchair, a floor lamp, and a large window with curtains.
A kitchen cabinet with shelves holding plates, bowls, a teapot, glasses, and utensils.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Meath, Meath
  • Place, Ashbourne Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Emerald Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dublin (DUB)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Can provide a cot (crib) and high chair as needed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2606992vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Ashbourne

Located in Ashbourne, this apartment is in a rural area. Malahide Castle is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Emerald Park and Dublin Zoo. Ready for a night out? Consider National Sports Campus and Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena.
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Meath, Meath

What's nearby

  • Ashbourne Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Emerald Park - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Viking Voyage - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Blanchardstown Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Liffey Valley Shopping Centre - 17 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Novello - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - Ashbourne - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Foxs Den - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sweeneys Kilbride - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cowshed - Duffys Ballybin located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy to get to Dublin airport, loved the walking paths. Perfect size for my family of four.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. It was great to walk through their forest on the property. Eva was very friendly on our arrival and so was the farm cat that my girls loved. Very clean. We enjoyed our two nights there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haylea F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed how this was country but so close to local amenities. Check in was easy and appreciate the use or washer and dryer.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet location and friendly host. Apartment was very clean and comfortable. Really appreciated having a washer and dryer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2025
Thanks Steph, glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2024
Thanks kevin! Great to have you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy K.

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

Fantastic

Great location peaceful and friendly Very convenient to Ashbourne and shopping and restaurants
Stayed 23 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2025
Thanks Sean, glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very gracious and or little one enjoyed walking around the woods and getting to see a few animals. Very nice that they had a travel crib and a highchair for us to use. Ashebourne had a surprising amount of restaurants for takeout and easy access to Dublin/the airport with a rental car.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Everything was great!

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you. Eva was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Duffy's! We were here for ten days. It was a great homebase for travel around Ireland. We visited Dublin 3 days, which was a quick drive although we found the 103 bus also easy to navigate if you don't want to drive. We also did day trips to the West Coast and to Belfast. Our hosts were fantastic--Eve welcomed us on our first day and gave us many tips. They responded to our bevy of questions and came by to say goodbye as well. It was fun to be surrounded by animals in a farm setting, but also very close to Ashbourne if we needed anything. Kitty came to visit us several times. As others have noted they provided scones, milk, orange juice and tea on arrival with the good Irish butter. I did walk through Ballybin forest one afternoon when we were doing laundry, which was also easy to manage. I highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillian O.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Ballybin

Cowshed. Good slerping
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2024
Glad you liked it!

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