About the Property
2 Dogs Allowed
Family Friendly
From €480 for 2 nights
Sleeps 2-4
Goggin Cottage, Co. Limerick
Located just outside the village of New Kildimo, this lovingly restored thatched cottage offers the charm of traditional country living with all the modern comforts for a self-catering holiday. The local area boasts plenty of history to explore, including Cullam Castle, Ballyculhane Castle and Dromore Castle. A short drive will take you to Curraghchase Forest Park, perfect for lovely walks, cycling, and playground visits. The cottage is also a great base to explore the scenic Shannon Estuary.
Conveniently situated close to Adare – known as one of Ireland’s most beautiful villages – you can enjoy browsing shops, dining, or golfing. Limerick City is also a short drive away, offering a multitude of heritage and cultural treasures.
Goggin Cottage is charming, comfortable, and well-equipped. Guests can enjoy the tranquility of the countryside and experience a taste of life in a bygone era. Perfect for couples seeking a romantic break, or young families with its local amenities and the traditional loft bedroom sure to delight the kids.
We are proud to open Goggin Cottage to our guests, we hope you love it as much as we do.
We think you’ll love
- Your very own thatched cottage for a short break.
- The wildflower meadow garden.
- Exploring nature in the nearby Curraghchase Forest Park.
Facilities
- 1 Double Bedroom
- 1 Twin Bedroom (loft bedroom suitable for children only)
- Underfloor Heating
- Wood Burning Stove in Living Room
- Electric Oven
- Microwave
- Fridge under counter with icebox
- Towels and Linens provided
- Hair Dryer
- Iron and ironing board
- Cooking Utensils and Equipment
- Washing machine and tumbler dryer
- Bathroom, with walk in shower
- Wildflower meadow garden
- Radio
- Car parking
- Sun Patio and furniture
Things you should know:
Take care when using the loft ladder. Always descend backwards, facing the ladder as you would ascending. The twin beds are made to measure for the loft room and are only suitable for children. Children must be supervised when using the ladder.
Please do not let children play near the road unsupervised, farm traffic will be passing.
This is an early C19th cottage, there are several low doorways so please mind your head.
There are two shallow steps down from the bedroom to the bathroom.
Please note: Irish Landmark properties that welcome a pet may not have secure enclosures. It is vital that you supervise your pet during your stay.
WiFi Free Zone: Irish Landmark believes that digital detox is good for the mind, body and soul. This is why Irish Landmark properties advocate the properties in our care as WiFi and television free zones. Reconnecting with our lives, nature, our surroundings, books, as well as family and friends, is vital for a happy life. This continues to make us very proud and happy to be a WiFi Free Zone.
Special Notes: This property had a narrow spiral stone staircase. Although in an isolated location, please note that this property is close to a very popular walking/hiking track and guests may encounter people on outdoor pursuits during their stay.
A contribution towards energy fees is applied to all bookings. As a not for profit organisation, this fee makes a significant contribution to energy costs. It is our aim to reduce our energy consumption at all self catering properties and encourage guests to reuse, reduce, recycle.
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Goggin Cottage is an important survivor of a building type that was once common in Ireland, a traditional vernacular thatched cottage. Less and less of these cottages remain as they are replaced by newly built homes and the original cottage is left empty to decay away. This cottage has been in the ownership of successive generations of the Goggin family since it was built and has remained substantially unaltered.
The cottage is a three-roomed, single pile, direct-entry cottage with a hipped roof and a loft above the bedroom. The cottage faces directly on to the road and beside it was a later stone lean-to. This lean-to was in too poor a condition to save and has been replaced with a modern extension to house the shower room and indoor unit for the air to water heat pump. The other mid nineteenth century ruined outbuildings to the rear of the premises have been stabilised.
With buildings of this type it is difficult to provide accurate dating since the techniques for constructing a traditional thatched cottage did not change significantly from the 1700's to the 1880's. However it is likely that this cottage dates from the early nineteenth century. The window on the front elevation together with the shutter details seem to appear from this date. There are also another number of internal features such as the narrow staircase to the loft which also appears consistent with an early nineteenth century date. Sadly many of these joinery details are no longer evident as vandals broke into the cottage in 2017 and destroyed them.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY:
Our buildings were made to the standards of earlier times – and sometimes without the intention that they should be lived in. Consequently, you may encounter features that reflect their particular character but that deserve due care and attention, particularly by the young, elderly, less mobile or visually impaired. Examples of these are steps worn with age, uneven surfaces, low ceilings and beams, unexpected drops or changes in level, and by modern standards low or absent lighting. In all cases we have sought to make a sensible compromise between due regard for safety and the careful retention of the fabric of each building, which makes it an interesting place to stay. We ask you to appreciate and use the building with this understanding. If you have any queries about the property you are interested in and would like more clarification please contact Irish Landmark at bookings@irishlandmark.com.
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Arrival and Departure Time?
Unless otherwise agreed with the House Manager the earliest time at which you can check in is 4.00p.m. Guests may NOT take over the property any time later then 9.00pm. Guests are requested to vacate the property by 10.00am at the latest on the day of departure.
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Is there a TV?
No, but there is a radio, board games, cards and plenty of books.
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Is there WiFi?
No, at our properties you have an opportunity to experience the best of a former way of life: beautiful architecture, fascinating history and a peaceful relaxed ambiance, without modern electronic distractions, where you decide the pace of your holiday.
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Can I bring a dog?
Yes this property accepts up to 2 pets. Please read the policy carefully and supervise your pets at all times.
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Do you supply towels and bed linen?
Yes. The bed will be made up on your arrival and you will be provided with a bath towel and guest towel according to the number of beds in the property.
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Is there an open fire?
No, there is a wood-burning stove.
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Can I light a fire?
Yes. You can light the wood-burning stove in the living room. There is a limited amount of fuel left for the fire (where applicable) so guests may want to bring more for the duration of their stay. Please contact the local House Manager for more information on what type of fuel is used at your chosen property.
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Do you supply fuel for the fire?
Irish Landmark Trust supply enough fuel for one night only. Guests will be advised where to purchase fuel for the fire locally.
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Do I need a car to get here?
It would be preferable to have a car to get around the country roads.
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How do I get the keys?
When you complete your booking, you will receive an email giving you information about arranging access for your arrival date.
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Can I arrive early?
Only by special arrangement with the bookings office and agreement of the local House Manager. A charge is made if you are requesting a morning arrival, as this means we cannot take a booking for the night before your arrival date.
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What is the latest departure time?
10.00am. The House Manager will discuss arrangements for your departure on the day you arrive.
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How far to the nearest town?
it is a 3-minute drive to New Kildimo.
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Where can I find information about the local area?
Each of our properties contains a Green Book catered to that specific property. In this book, we have compiled all of the necessary information important local amenities such as medical centres and taxi services, including locations and phone numbers. You will also find tips for recommended restaurants, bars, and things to see and do for all ages.
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Is there a caterer who will come in to cook meals?
We do not know of anyone who can go in to cook meals at this property.
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Is it suitable for children?
Yes, there is a loft bedroom with two single beds specifically for children. Please ensure they are supervised going up and down stairs. There is also a travel cot for children under 2.
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Is it suitable for older people?
Yes. This property is all on one level, with a walk-in shower just off the bedroom. Guests with mobility issues would be advised to take care on the steps but it would be suitable.
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Does it have facilities for disabled people?
No
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Is it suitable for a wheelchair?
No
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Is there central heating?
Yes, there is underfloor heating.
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Is the cooker electric or gas?
There is an electric cooker.
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Is there a shower?
Yes – there is a walk-in shower.
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How many bathrooms?
1
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Can I get to the house by public transport?
Yes. You would get the train or bus to Limerick and then get a bus from there to Kildimo, and arrange for a taxi to bring you to the cottage. However, you would need a car to go around the local area.
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Where is the nearest train station?
Limerick.
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Can I book for just one night?
No
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What is your minimum booking period?
Irish Landmark Trust have a 2-night stay minimum at all of our properties. Some Special Dates will have restrictions on arrival and departure date which will effect the minimum number of nights.
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Is there a garden at the house?
Yes there is a garden and wildflower meadow.
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Is there outdoor furniture?
Yes.
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Is there parking on site?
Yes, there is ample parking at the cottage.
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What condiments and products do you supply?
We supply teabags, coffee granules, sugar, salt & pepper, cooking oil, tin foil & kitchen roll, handwash, washing up liquid, dishwashing cloths, and dishwasher tablets if there is a dishwasher. We do not supply any other cleaning products that contain chemicals, including laundry detergents – we suggest you bring your own.
HOW TO BOOK AN IRISH LANDMARK HOLIDAY :
It is possible to reserve dates online at www.irishlandmark.com but bookings are not confirmed until a confirmation email is received from the bookings desk.
BOOKING:
Your booking must be for holiday purposes only. Irish Landmark reserve the right to refuse hire for purposes other than holiday accommodation. When you make a booking, you accept full responsibility for all persons who will use or visit the property during the period booked. When you book, you agree to indemnify us against all loss and damage arising directly or indirectly to the property and its contents from any deliberate or negligent act or omission by yourself, or any person accompanying you.
CONTRACT OF HIRE:
The hiring contract shall be between the Hirer and Irish Landmark and made subject to these Booking Conditions . The Contract of Hire is not effective until Irish Landmark dispatches to the Hirer written confirmation of a booking.
House Manager
Maureen Delaney
Maureen Delaney is the local manager at Goggin Cottage. Maureen is very knowledgeable about the area and loves to tell guests about what there is to see and do.
Curragh Chase Forest Park (10-min drive)
Stone Hall Visitor Farm and Wildlife Park (10-min drive)
Drive along the scenic Shannon Estuary Way (20-min drive)
Foynes Flying Boat & Maritime Museum (20-min drive)
Bunratty Castle & Folk Park (30-min drive)
Littor Beach (50-min drive)
Reviews
Goggin Cottage ………An ideal break from Day to Day routine
“Joan and I were delighted with our stay at Goggin Cottage. We were welcomed on arrival by Maureen the very friendly house manager. The Cottage is very comfortable and well equipped. The location is rural but still close to a well stocked convenience store. There are numerous food venues within 30 minutes drive either locally or in Adare. A great base from which to visit historic sites in the Limerick area. I could go on and on about how fantastic our stay at Goggin turned out to be.” (J Ellis)
A wonderful step back in time
“A beautifully restoration of Goggin cottage. We loved it so much we would absolutely come back again. There is something quite magical about it. We lost time while we were there, it was so relaxing. Well worth a visit. Highly recommended.” (D Pennill)