Connell’s House

Connell's House is a traditional thatched cottage dating back to 1690. It's the oldest standing dwelling in Duleek and has recently undergone an extensive renovation. It has now been restored into a unique holiday home. 

See www.connells.ie for current availability and prices.

Connell's House is perfectly located for visiting the many historical sites in the beautiful Boyne Valley, as well Dublin city and Belfast. It's only a 10 minute drive to Brú na Boinne (New Grange), Battle of the Boyne, Hill of Slane and Millmount Tower, amongst many other sites along the Boyne Valley Drive.

Connell's Barn is adjacent to Connell's House, which is a beautifully restored Stone Barn and is also available to rent through Fivestar.ie, it sleeps up to 5 people.

Accommodation

Connell’s House sleeps up to 10 guests in 4 bedrooms, with 3 bathrooms, a sitting room and a large dining kitchen.

Bedroom 1
Ground floor with king size bed. The adjacent bathroom has a shower over the bath. This bedroom can accommodate a hospitality standard single fold away bed.

Bedroom 2
First floor with superking OR twin beds. This bedroom can accommodate a hospitality standard single fold away bed. There is a shared en-suite shower room with bedroom 3.

Bedroom 3
First floor with superking OR twin beds. There is a shared en-suite shower room with bedroom 2.

Bedroom 4
First floor with 2 single beds and an en-suite shower room.

Amenities

Wireless Internet
Kitchen
Microwave
Fridge with ice box
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Iron & Ironing Board
TV Irish & UK channels plus Google Cast
Gas central Heating
Bed linen
Towels
Toiletries
Hangers
Hair dryer
South facing rear garden
Free on street parking
Travel cot, high chair & toys available
No smoking
No pets

Location

Connell's House overlooks the Village Green in Duleek, with the oldest Lime tree in Ireland. It's set back from the Main Street in a quiet location with plenty of free on street parking. The village has a variety of shops, cafes, pubs and two restaurants all within walking distance.

Connell's House & Barn is conveniently located 5 minutes from Junction 8 of the M1 motorway, providing easy access to Dublin Airport, Dublin City and Belfast.

Explore 'Ireland's Ancient East' whilst staying at Connell's Barn, check out their website for a variety of suggested tours along the eastern side of the island. The three-day tour ‘Unlock the Myths and Secrets of Ancient Pastoral Lands’ commences from Brú na Boinne (Newgrange) which is only 10 minutes from Connell's Barn.

There are various local festivals throughout the year, such as the Boyne Valley Food Series, Drogheda Arts and Maritime Festivals, the Hay Literary Festival, Dunderry Fair, Monalty Steam Threashing Fair, Spring and Autumn Equinox Festival, Tattersalls International Horse Fair, rock concerts and various family events at Slane Castle.

Dublin Airport 30 minutes
Dublin City 40 minutes
Brú na Boinne (New Grange) 10 minutes
Battle of the Boyne Museum 10 minutes
Drogheda town centre 10 minutes
Tayto Park 15 mins
Fantasia Water Park 10 minutes
Beach (Laytown & Bettystown) 15 minutes
Pool & leisure centre 10 minutes
Horse riding (Julianstown) 10 minutes
River walks (Slane) 10 minutes
Golf 10 minutes
Playground 10 minute walk
Belfast City (Titanic Experience & HMS Caroline) 1 hour 20 minutes