City Breaks in Ireland –
Stay Somewhere Extraordinary
Historic hideaways in the heart of Dublin, Cork and some of Ireland’s most charming towns and villages.
Self-Catering City Breaks in Dublin, Cork and Beyond
It’s true, Irish landmark Trust properties are usually synonymous with remote locations. Most are true hidden gems, offering a complete break from the world. However, we do have several properties that manage to bring the connection to heritage that we’re known for, in the comfort you’ve come to expect, but in an urban setting.
From Dublin city to the ‘real’ capital in Cork city, from the charming town of Celbridge to the iconic Bushmills, these stays offer convenience without compromising on character.
Walk Everywhere
Leave the car and explore on foot.
- Museums, galleries and historic sites nearby
- Restaurants, cafés and traditional pubs within walking distance
- Shops, markets and live music on your doorstep
A Home, Not a Hotel Room
Your own front door in the middle of it all.
- Entire historic homes to yourselves
- Your own kitchen for relaxed breakfasts and late suppers
- Peaceful courtyards and quiet lanes away from the crowds
Live Inside the Story
These buildings have shaped the places around them for centuries.
- A Georgian mews in Dublin’s finest square
- Homes within a historic star fort above Cork City
- A 19th-century corn mill and a miniature castle in Antrim villages
The Best of Both Worlds
City energy by day, quiet evenings by night.
- Easy day trips to the coast and countryside
- Wood-burning stoves for cosy nights in
- Perfect for couples, friends and short breaks
Our Favourite Dublin City Break: Merrion Mews
Tucked down a quiet lane behind Merrion Square, Merrion Mews is a rare chance to stay in a piece of Georgian Dublin. Step out to the National Gallery, St Stephen’s Green and Grafton Street in minutes, then retreat to a beautifully conserved home of your own in one of the city’s most elegant quarters.
- In the heart of Georgian Dublin, Dublin 2
- Minutes’ walk from Merrion Square, St Stephen’s Green and Grafton Street
- Close to the National Gallery and national museums
- A quiet lane setting away from the city bustle
- Ideal for couples, friends or a family city break
City and Town Break Accommodation in Ireland
Discover our historic homes in Ireland’s cities, towns and villages. From the capital to Cork and the Causeway Coast, each one puts you at the centre of the action. Want to add a few nights in the countryside or by the sea? Explore our stays in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Merrion Mews
A conserved mews behind Merrion Square, with Dublin’s galleries, parks and restaurants all within walking distance.
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Elizabeth Fort Parade House
Stay within the historic walls of Elizabeth Fort, with a peaceful courtyard and Cork City’s culture, food and sights moments away.
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Elizabeth Fort Garrison House
A cosy home inside the fort walls, close to the English Market, St Fin Barre’s Cathedral and the best of Cork’s food scene.
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Kiln Wing, Old Corn Mill
A conserved 19th-century corn mill on Main Street, Bushmills, beside the River Bush. Pubs and cafés on the doorstep, the Giant’s Causeway minutes away.
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Barbican Gatelodge
A miniature medieval castle in the heart of Glenarm, one of the oldest villages in Ireland, with a rooftop terrace above the River Glen.
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Castletown Gate House
At the entrance to Castletown House on the edge of Celbridge, with the town’s cafés and pubs a short walk away and Dublin under an hour’s drive.
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Give a City Break with a Difference
A weekend in a Georgian mews or a historic fort makes a memorable gift. Our gift vouchers can be used at any Irish Landmark property, and every one supports our conservation work.
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