South East Ireland holiday cottages

Whether you are planning a holiday with your children or are just looking for a last minute weekend getaway with your partner, South East Ireland calls out for attention as the perfect tourist destination. With the counties of Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford making up the region, the Sunny South East (as it is popularly called) has a lot to offer both in terms of natural beauty and cultural richness. The verdant mountains and vales of Carlow and South Tipperary, the story-bookish countryside of Kilkenny and the lovely coastline and beaches of Waterford and Wexford are sure to make for some memorable family holidays. The region carries rich history, as vouched for by the ancient ruins and medieval castles, cathedrals and monuments. There are museums and factories (some of them with very interesting guided tours) to stoke your interest. The innumerable pubs and restaurants ensure that you keep your energy up while on your exploring mission. There is something for every budget here in the Sunny South East, relax in your self catering accommodation and turn in at night.

So whether you are interested in history, geology or architecture, places like Kilkenny and Cahir Castles, Dunmore Caves and Hook Lighthouse will be worth the trip. If you just want to enjoy your unexpected, last minute trip, the varied landscapes and mouth-watering food should give you your money's worth. However, as most tourists report, holiday cottages and farmhouses give you a better, more authentic feel of the place than regular hotels. With so many things to see and do, a holiday in South East Ireland holds a lot of promise.

Shown on the map and list below are the popular places in South East. To see the properties near a particular town click on a map marker or list item... alternatively click ‘refine your search’ to browse for a particular South East holiday home. If you wish to make a broader search click on the name of your preferred county.

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