5 star rated (Automobile Association) self-catering in restored stone barn, rural setting, 95km (60 miles) north-west of Dublin, with views of Loughcrew's 4,500 year old megalithic cairns.
Glenboy sleeps 8 in traditional farmhouse style with the luxury for a holiday to remember. Rooms include a spacious kitchen/dining area (55m²) with south-facing sunroom, 4 bedrooms with super king-size pocket-sprung beds (adjustable to 8 singles/4 doubles), 4 bath-rooms with power-showers (1 bath), Downstairs wheelchair accessible bedroom and wet-room, (Irish Tourist Board Accessibility Scheme Grade 3).
All-inclusive booking price comprises all utilities, brushed Egyptian cotton bed linen, towels & dressing gowns, Fibre broadband, multi-channel TV & DVD player/DVDs, patio, BBQ/garden furniture, secure parking & enclosed garden. With underfloor central heating, solar panels & wood stove the property is a retreat fit for all seasons.
Glenboy is 1km (.6 of a mile) from Oldcastle village (population 1,500) which has been a settlement since the 12th century, when Risteárd de Tiúit who came to Ireland with the Anglo-Norman invasion force in 1170 was given lands in Meath and build a fortification. Today, the village offers a range of historic buildings, shops, pubs & restaurants, social and cultural activities, including sports and traditional music.
Glenboy is a perfect base for fishing, walking, cycling, lake-swimming, golf, horse-riding & exploring the historic/cultural sites in the area. Its central location means that day trips to Dublin, the North West & Northern Ireland are also feasible. Your hosts live on site available to help plan your activities and make suggestions for locations and amenities off the main tourist map.
Guest Book Comments:
"We love this place, quiet and welcoming" Muller family, London
"Aweson House close to everythig" - Donnellys NJ, USA
"Soft! fluffy. Send our pics to the Tourist Magazines. So accommodating and comfortable we dont want to leave" - Wurtz family WI, USA
"Beautiful place. Perfect house for children. Will definately be back" - McDougalls Scotland
"Felt right at home. Loved Loughcrew, Fore Abbey loclly and Wicklow Gap further afield. Beautiful house and local friendliness" - Darke/Johns Families Minnesota/Michigan, USA
"Do Not want to leave - Great House and loction to explore - Wagner Family Spain
"Perfect house as base for our family wedding event. We hope to come back and explore the area soon" - Salterthwaite Family Cornwall
"Just the perfect house for the family to meet up - Lovely private space with everything you need" - Hatlis & Walker families London/Belfast
"First visit to Ireland & this house was perfect central location for all our exploring. We loved the country and the location, the cows, sheep. so peaceful & beautiful. Thanks for your wonderful hospitality" - Hollloway Family, Mi USA
"Excellent stay once again. See you next year!" - Ash Family Liverpool
“In 9 years of renting properties in Ireland, Glenboy ranks top of our list for quality and value for money. We loved the "hi-tech" aspects of the barn: superb walk-in power showers and lots of hot water, and appreciated the beautiful and tasteful furnishings throughout the barn.” - Sarnia G, Channel Islands
“The house is beautiful and perfect.” - Juergen, Germany
“Superb place. lots of nice touches in the design and furnishing and hosts provide great information for things to see, places to eat etc off the beaten track. If you want a holiday without tourist overkill this is a great location. The guest book comments showed we were not alone in our appreciation of the place” - Roberts Family, Leicester, UK
'We all enjoyed your hospitality and perfect accommodation very much We look forward to a return visit and the heady mix of history, culture, racing and relaxation' - CB, Derbyshire
'Everything was perfect' - P family, Edinburgh
“Thank You for a thoughtful peaceful haven. We considered claiming asylum from a mad world! Hope to visit again” - RW Northern Ireland
'Amazing Place. You have thought of everything' - GC, Glasgow
'A beautiful place, well presented, well hosted, with the best beds in Ireland' - E family, Lincs, UK
'Wow! what a place. we have had a wonderful week here and can't wait to return. We celebrated our marriage here and could'nt think of a better place. It was perfect, many thanks' - McH family, Derby
'Superb Accommodation!' - WM, Co Down
'Great Place, excellent facilities' - MS, Belfast
'Will be back for sure, Don't change anything!' – ISM, Slovakia
'Best vacation ever!' – JK, USA
'Luxurious, Peaceful but not isolated' - O'C family, Kerry
'Excellent accommodation! Thanks for the extra touches and comfy beds' - B & R families, Cork & Canada
'Superb Place! We felt like we were on retreat – spectacular views and walks we are recommending to all' – A&K, Cardiff
'Amazing Place, Thanks!' - G family Lithuania
'Beautiful place, great time! - Family Australia
'Charming & comfortable house, Ideal base camp, Highly recommended' - D family, Tipperary
'Das Haus is Wunderwoll!' – W family, Austria
'Fantastic Accommodation, great hosts. We’ve had a lovely week and hope to have the opportunity to return. Thank you!” - Howell Family, Lancashire UK
”Absolutely stunning holiday. Beautiful island is Ireland, can’t wait to come back and see more! Brillant House!” - McNally Family W. Sussex UK
'Lovely and peaceful location – we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!' - Gilbert Family, Cornwall UK
'Beautiful house, very well equipped. Enjoyed stay, hope to come back' - Carty Family, Clare and Dublin
'Beautiful, comfortable house, very well equipped! This is a lovely area of Ireland, quiet and peaceful. Highly recommend a visit to Loughcrew Cairns – a very special place. A week is not long enough, we’ll be back' - McMahon Family - Guernsey
'What an amazing house! We had everything we could have needed and all had a great time. Would definitely come back in a heartbeat. Thanks for a fab holiday' - Dearman Family, London UK
'A home from home. An amazing place to stay. Peaceful and surrounded by countryside. Maximum comfort, we’ll be back! - Davila Family, Dublin
“Stunning house and beautiful setting. Thank you for a great stay” - Johann Vizagie, Dublin
'What a beautiful house! Very well equipped. Karen thanks for a warm welcome and a wonderful stay. Hope to be back here someday. - The Troskies, South Africa
