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The Nook County Dublin

Front Entrance
(Ample free parking for 2 cars)

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Garage parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washer/dryer
Barbecue
Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom 1 with Large Ensuite Bathroom

1 Queen Bed

Super King Bedroom 2 with Ensuite

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom 3 with Ensuite.

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Nook County Dublin

Nestled in the foothills of the Dublin & Wicklow mountains, The Nook is an ideal escape for couples, families, golfers and business travellers who want a beautiful countryside setting with easy access to Dublin City, Wicklow and the coast.

Local Areas of Interest:
- Dublin City-Centre/ Dublin Airport (35 mins)
- Glendalough Wicklow National Park (45 mins)
- Powerscourt House & Gardens (15 mins)
- Dalkey, Cabinteely, Shankill, Enniskerry
- Dún Laoghaire, Bray, Greystones
- Johnnie Fox's Pub

The Property:
Located in Rathmichael, South County Dublin, on a quiet tree-lined cul-de-sac, The Nook adjoins a large family home set on 2.5 acres of gated gardens.

Recently renovated throughout, The Nook features:

- Fully fitted kitchen
- Comfortable dining for 6
- 3 spacious upstairs bedrooms
- 3.5 modern bathrooms
- Upstairs TV snug & reading area
- Dedicated WFH space with fast Wi-Fi
- Private washer & dryer
- Child-friendly (travel cot & highchair)
- Pet-friendly on request

Outdoor amenities include:
- Large south-facing garden & patio area
- Private tennis court, rackets & balls provided
- Free gated parking, maximum 2 cars
- Children’s play area

Surrounded by countryside, The Nook commands uninterrupted views of Carrickgollogan Hill and Rathmichael Wood and is less than a 10-minute drive from the coast.Guest Access:

Guests have private access via a separate entrance and will be provided with codes for the lock box and electric gates before arrival.

The Nook is for reserved guests only. Parties, events or gatherings are not permitted.

As the property adjoins a family home, we kindly ask guests to respect the privacy of the main house and surrounding private garden areas.

First-Hand Recommendations:
A helpful guest book of recommendations regarding local supermarkets, pubs restaurants, and places of interest is provided upon arrival.

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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4277398

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Dublin (and vicinity)

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Shankill, County Dublin

What's nearby

Rathmichael Lodge - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Carmel Duignan's Garden - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Aviva Stadium - 27 min drive - 21.2 km
St. Stephen's Green - 27 min drive - 21.6 km
Trinity College - 30 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

Dublin Shankill Station - 5 min drive
Cherrywood Station - 5 min drive
Dublin Airport (DUB) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gourmet Shankill Cafe-Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
‪Brady's Of Shankill - ‬19 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪Igo Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Nook County Dublin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nook County Dublin?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nook County Dublin on 14 June 2026 start from NZ$897, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Nook County Dublin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Nook County Dublin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Nook County Dublin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Nook County Dublin located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Bray Beach, Leopardstown Racecourse and The Forty Foot. Dun Laoghaire Harbour and Powerscourt Estate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

20 July 2025

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

Daniel was a great host and the house was lovely!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025

Hi Melissa, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! All the best, Daniel

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

12 July 2017

Wonderful!

Loved everything about this !!! Will stay again !

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

It was a pleasure hosting you Linda, hope to have you again! Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

1 July 2019

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

Wonderful location

Clean comfortable and as described. Easy train access to Dublin

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thanks Bruce it was a pleasure hosting you and your family for your visit here to Dublin! All the best in Vancouver!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert E.

17 May 2019

Lovely Accommodations

Lovely, quiet accommodations adjacent to the main house. Bed was comfortable, sitting room was attractive and cozy, and there was plenty of hot water for showers. Owner was on site and available to answer our questions. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

It was a pleasure hosting Gilbert and Eileen for their visit to Dublin, Ireland. Thanks for the nice review Gilbert I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay!

Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara R.

20 June 2019

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

Cozy

Property manager very easy to work with, even offered early check in when he knew our flight from the US arrived very early in the morning. We would not hesitate to book this property again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thanks for the kind words Barbara, I hope to have you again. Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

19 August 2025

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

Location outside of city of Dublin near the sea town of Bray. Host was fantastic, great communication and very informative. Hose was right next to a series of hiking trails to interesting sites and views of the Irish Sea..

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron D.

20 September 2023

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

Absolutely excellent!

Staying at The Nook was an absolutely excellent start to our Ireland adventure. It was the perfect place for us to stay while exploring Dublin and the surrounding areas. The accommodations are perfect for two or three couples, and we found the setting in the countryside to be ideal vs. staying at a hotel in Dublin. And Daneil was great to work with. We can't wait to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2025

Hi Ron, it was an absolute pleasure hosting you. Yes, we hope to have you back soon! All the best, Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

19 June 2023

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

Perfect Stay In Ireland

The Nook is a perfect VRBO. It had everything we needed for our 6 night stay in Ireland. A bonus for sure was having the ability to wash/dry clothes. Daniel, was very efficient with communication and we had no problems with check-in and check out. The place has plenty of room and allowed us all to spread out be very comfortable.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023

Hi Barbara, glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate the thoughtful review. It was a pleasure hosting you. Kind regards, Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald D.

25 September 2022

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

Recommend

Lovely home in a very nice neighborhood. Excellent communication with the owner. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2025

Hi Gerald, thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure hosting you. All the best, Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth (Brooke) B.

30 September 2018

Clean, quiet, easy accomodations for a small family

Clean, reasonably spacious for 4 adults and a 1 year old baby, well appointed for cooking. They even had a high chair and portable crib for the baby already set up for us. The location is an easy drive to the DART station and the Rathmichael woods are just outside the door and an absolutely beautiful walk. We really enjoyed our time!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thank you Brooke for your review. Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and the surrounding countryside. Hope to have you back again! Daniel

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

31 May 2017

Clean, secure, beautiful rental

This property is well maintained and very spacious with very gracious hosts. We enjoyed the local area around Bray as well as the easy access to the Wicklow Park region and Dublin. Train access was close by and really a nice easy way to enter Dublin. I would definitely book this location again! My only addition that would make this place absolutely perfect would be a washing machine and dryer.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Dear Kim, I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay here with us in The Nook. We just had a a new washer and dryer installed for guests which you can use next time you come to visit!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay J.

21 December 2024

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

Lovely stay

The Nook was a fabulous stay! Daniel was very communicative during the stay. My children loved “playing” tennis every morning (in quotations because they’re three and 4 months!) relatively easy to get into Dublin if needed but we really enjoyed being outside the city. Spent a lot of time on the Bray Promenade! Would recommend for anyone with families!

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2025

Hi Lindsay, thank you so much for your review. I am glad to hear your children enjoyed playing tennis and Bray Promenade. Hope to host you again in the not-too-distant future! Daniel.

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

18 June 2017

Perfect

Daniel was the perfect host. He even remembered that my husband and I were celebrating our 30th and greeted us with a card and candy. Beautiful property. Convenient to many sites

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thanks for the review Tina! Daniel.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan H.

20 March 2023

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

Couldn't have been better!

Five of us stayed at Daniel's place for a couple of nights at the end of our Ireland trip. This was easily the nicest place we stayed throughout our 2-week trip. The Nook was clean and comfortable, and (unlike every other place we stayed) had sufficient hot water for all of us to shower. The area and grounds are beautiful and the proximity to Dublin city can't be beat. Their pup Ben was an added bonus, we loved running into him and showering him with pets! We hope to stay again on our next trip, and absolutely recommend it if you're looking for a place near Dublin!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2023

Hi Meaghan, thank you so much for the kind words. I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us @thenook_dublin. Hope to have you back! All the best, Daniel.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

9 June 2019

Great stay convenient to Dublin

We enjoyed our stay at this house. It was conveniently located minutes from the train station and train ride is about 40 minutes to Connolly station. We had some difficulty initially finding the house as cell phones did not work upon arriving from U.S. Make sure owner emails you well in advance with exact directions. Otherwise house was well stocked and comfortable. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thank Tom, it was a pleasure having you.

Verified

8/10 Good

Bill S.

2 July 2024

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

Very Nice

We really enjoyed our stay at the Nook even though it was a quick visit for one night. Patrick was very helpful throughout the entire experience and even let us use his personal freezer to store some items. The house was lovely along with the grounds/landscaping. The only recommendation I would make is the interior needed a little sprucing up maybe with a fresh coat of paint in a couple of the rooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2025

Hi Bill, thanks for your review. It was a pleasure hosting you back in June. We have since painted some of the rooms. Hope to have you back sometime. Kind regards, Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandra W.

25 April 2022

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

Beautiful Property, Beautiful Neighborhood

The property was even more lovely than the pictures. The rooms were very large, and the garden was beautiful. Daniel was very easy to contact, and extremely accommodating. My son got sick during the flight there, so he was gracious enough to let us check in a little early. We were a little cold, but got much cozier when we remembered to turn on the fireplace.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022

Thanks Chandra for your kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you! Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

11 September 2020

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

Beautiful Property and Great Host

Really enjoyed our stay here. Perfect location to explore the area and Daniel was an amazing host. Dogs were an added bonus!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2020

Thanks Dana, you were a pleasure to host. We hope to welcome you back in the near future.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

28 March 2020

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

Perfect hideaway for those with cars.

An attractive and spacious "nook" in beautiful surroundings just outside Dublin. For visitors with a car, the secure gated parking and easy access to the city is perfect. Communication with Daniel was quick and clear. Recommended.

Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2020

Thanks for your review Michael it is much appreciated at these difficult times. Tell your friends and take care! Daniel

Verified

8/10 Good

Marieke M.

6 March 2020

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Genoten!

De locatie en het huis geweldig! Een plek om tot rust te komen... Communicatie verliep prima. Wij vinden echter wel dat de schoonmaak wat beter zou kunnen, zo ook de inventaris van de keuken. Ook verschillende lampen waren defect. Verder hebben we echt genoten van het fijne huis en de rust. Ook de bezoekjes van de honden vonden we erg gezellig, wat een lieverds! We zouden deze plek zeer aanraden en hopen nog eens terug te komen in The Nook!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Dear Marieke, Thank for your the kind words and the feedback. I'll be sure to inspect those light bulbs and ensure everything is in order for your next visit. Kind regards, Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney G.

6 October 2019

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

Very nice stay

Daniel was a great host & very helpful with day trip into Dublin. We loved our visit from Ben too! 🐾

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thanks for the lovely review Rodney. Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and meeting Ben!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

9 September 2019

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

Stunning

Lovely stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thanks for the kind words I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther F.

11 August 2019

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

A lovely home in lovely surroundings

Wir fühlten uns sehr wohl und können dieses gemütliche Haus nur empfehlen. Alles lief reibungslos und wir kommen gerne wieder.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thanks Esther, hope to have you back again next summer! Daniel

Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie m.

30 June 2019

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

Quaint little place to stay- very lovely

Very nice property- would stay here again! Very accommodating and exactly what we expected!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Thanks Melanie, it was a pleasure hosting you!

Verified

8/10 Good

Kerstin F.

17 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Super - aber ohne Pool

Super sauber, super Kommunikation, super Service. Zu bemängeln ist bestenfalls, dass der Pool nicht betriebsbereit war - kein Drama, aber sollte erwähnt werden. Die Lage ist etwas ab vom Schuss, ein (Miet-)Auto unserer Meinung nach dringend erforderlich! Alles in Allem absolut empfehlenswert 🍀

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2020

Hi Kerstin, Thanks for your lovely words. I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. I did not realise that the heated pool was still advertised as part of this listing having taken down any photos of it and removing any mention of it in the property description. Following your review I see it was still 'ticked' under amenities so have now unticked it. I am sorry if this caused any confusion. Thanks again, it was a pleasure hosting you! Daniel

About the host

Hosted by Daniel Haydock

Hi, I'm Daniel, host of The Nook County Dublin.

I have been running The Nook on behalf of my family now for over 9 years and have a passion for delivering great hospitality. I enjoy meeting and welcoming guests from all over the world. If you have questions during your stay or would like some recommendations, be sure to let me know!

Kind regards,
Daniel

Why they chose this property

The Nook is very unique in that it is surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet is only 35 minutes from Dublin city centre and Dublin airport.

Local Places of Interest Include:

- Glendalough Wicklow National Park (45 mins)
- Powerscourt House & Gardens (15 mins)
- Kilruddery House & Gardens (15 mins)
- Dalkey, Cabinteely, Shankill, Enniskerry
- Dun Laoghaire, Bray, Greystones
- Several top golf courses
- Numerous hiking trails.
- Mount Usher Gardens
- Johnnie Fox’s Pub

*An extensive guidebook with recommendations and directions for all these places and more is provided upon arrival.

What makes this property unique

Located in Rathmichael, County Dublin, on a quiet tree-lined cul-de-sac, The Nook adjoins a large family home set on 2.5 acres of gated gardens. Flanked by empty fields, The Nook commands uninterrupted views of Carrickgollogan Hill and Rathmichael Wood and is less than a 10-minute drive from the coast.

Private Internal Access Includes:
- Fully-fitted kitchen, dining area & living room
- 3 large upstairs bedrooms (5 guests max)
- 2.5 recently renovated bathrooms
- Upstairs TV snug & reading area
- Dedicated WFH space (fast Wi-Fi)
- Garage space with private washer & dryer
- Child-friendly (travel cot & highchair)
- Pet-friendly (on request).

Outdoor Amenities:
- Large south-facing garden & patio area
- Private tennis court (rackets & balls provided)
- Children's playground
- Free gated parking (2 cars max)

Languages:

English, Spanish

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom 1 with Large Ensuite Bathroom

Super King Bedroom 2 with Ensuite

Twin Bedroom 3 with Ensuite.

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

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10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Wonderful!

Linda L.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Wonderful location

Bruce C.

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert E.

Lovely Accommodations

Gilbert E.

8/10 Good

Barbara R.

Cozy

Barbara R.

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Michael M.

10/10 Excellent

Ron D.

Absolutely excellent!

Ron D.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Perfect Stay In Ireland

Barbara F.

10/10 Excellent

Gerald D.

Recommend

Gerald D.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth (Brooke) B.

Clean, quiet, easy accomodations for a small family

Elizabeth (Brooke) B.