The Stable
- 4 guests
- 2 beds
- 1 bathroom
- No pets
Description
The Stable is a holiday cottage set in the rural surroundings of Balheary, just outside Swords in County Dublin, approximately 12km from Dublin Airport.
Formerly a working stable at Buttercup Farm, the building has stood on this site since 1840, dating back to the period of the Irish Famine.
Recently fully refurbished in 2025, the cottage is single-storey and is ideal for couples or small families wishing to explore Dublin and the nearby countryside.
The property is carbon neutral and equipped with a modern heat pump and low‑temperature radiators, providing efficient heating and hot water throughout, with no fossil fuels used on site in line with the owner’s environmental approach.
The owner lives nearby.
Inside, the cottage opens into an open-plan living area that combines the kitchen, dining and sitting spaces, offering a sociable setting to relax after a day out.
The sitting area features a Smart TV, while the kitchen is well equipped for everyday meal preparation, and the dining area provides space to enjoy meals together.
There are two bedrooms, one double and one twin, allowing for flexible sleeping arrangements, along with a shower room fitted with a walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Outside, guests can make use of a private patio with outdoor furniture, and access to part of the garden is also permitted, creating a pleasant spot to enjoy the outdoors.
Ample parking is available, and families travelling with young children can request a highchair and travel cot.
The town of Swords, around 3 miles away, offers a selection of restaurants, pubs and cafés, while Dublin city centre is easily reached at around 15 miles.
Several popular beaches are also within a short drive, including Donabate, Malahide, Portmarnock, Rush and Skerries, and public transport links run from Swords into the city.
Well located and thoughtfully arranged, The Stable makes a welcoming base for exploring Dublin and its surroundings.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Pets Not Allowed
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
We loved staying at The Stable.
It was clean, in a great location and had everything we needed for our stay. Host was lovely and answered all of our questions prior to travel and shared recommendations for our trip. We hired a car and found this useful due to the location of the property and our travel plans.
We had a wonderful stay at The Stable.
Very comfortable, clean and well appointed, the (incredibly friendly and helpful) hosts have thought of everything! It’s in a great location and we managed lots of lovely day trips from here. We would love to come back in the future.
We had a lovely week at The Stable.
The cottage has been beautifully renovated and is very comfortable with all the facilities that you need. The location is rural but only a short drive from the amenities of Swords where you can find supermarkets and places to eat. Also a short drive to places on the coast. We travelled into Dublin a couple of times using both the Swords Express bus and the DART from Malahide both of which worked well. Communication from Susan, the owner, was excellent throughout. Highly recommended.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of €200
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
Please note a car is essential as there is no public transport.
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1197015
Parking
Designated parking place
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Not allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome
Accessibility
Ground floor