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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Co.Tipperary, Munster
  • Place, Poulawee Lough
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Claree Lough
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Monsea Muintir Na Tire Hall
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Knigh

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Poulawee Lough, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lough Derg. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Poulawee Lough - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Claree Lough - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Monsea Muintir Na Tire Hall - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Nenagh Old Park - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Lough Derg Yacht Club - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Nenagh Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pepe's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Steeples - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hibernian Inn & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Larkins - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private!

If you are looking for a glorious get away from it - all - haven of tranquillity and peace then look no further.
Restored in 2013 to its original traditional tranquillity but still offering the comforts of modern contemporary life. Our cottage is welcoming and cosy, offering all the character of a traditional old cottage with all modern convenience you expect from a luxury escape. We aim to provide not just a self catering accomodation but a country living experience like home, where you can bring your dog and walk out your door into the countryside undisturbed by traffic and let time stand still.The cottage is tucked away in picturesque views of Lough Derg surrounded by the stunning countryside.

If walking is your niche there are a number of local ring roads to enjoy the beautiful breath taking views. If you wish to travel a little further afield you can take a boat trip on the unspoilt Eastern shores of Lough Derg.
For the angler, the Nenagh river is very popular for trout and perch, whist Lough Derg for May fly fishing season.
Bikes are available and we can arrange additional biker hire to enjoy routes in and around Lough Derg.
For those interested in history, Nenagh town is a short distance away with its castle and local heritage centre, or further afield The Rock of Cashel and Cliffs of Moher, or nearby cities of Limerick and Galway.
The Dairy Cottage is between Puckane and Nenagh with Tennis clubs and Nenagh Golf club making it a perfect location for the sports enthusiast.

The cottage is provided to cater for every need for the holidaymaker. The cottage is open plan with classic wooden beams featuring throughout the lounge and master bedroom.
It is designed with full interior package,central heating system, traditional country styled designed kitchen containing all top of the range electrical appliances. The kitchen opens out onto a patio and landscaped gardens surrounded by picture perfect views of the unspoilt rural Irish countryside. Free WiFi included.

A spacious lounge with a large open stove fireplace giving a homely and warm ambiance to the house.

Nearest traditional Irish Pubs (regular music/entertainment) and the vilage shop is only half a mile away, a 10 minute walk from the cottage.

The cottage is 4 star approved by Failte Ireland Tourism Development Authority, it has been inspected and approved in 2014.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets are not allowed in the cottage, but outside

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Area Outstanding Natural Beauty Child pet Friendly Very Private

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Knigh, close to Lough Derg Yacht Club, Lough Derg, and Nenagh Golf Club. You'll also find Dromineer Harbour and Poulawee Lough within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! ?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each cottage, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! ?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! ?

Yes, every cottage at An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! comes with a patio and some offer lake and mountain views.

An area of outstanding natural beauty, child and pet friendly , very private! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare H.

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

Excellent Dairy Cottage

The cottage was perfect for us and they did everything possible to be sure we had the best stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WENDY O.

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

holiday stay

Everything was as we imagined from the pictures and overview, it was so peaceful, a great location to plan day trips from!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Violet T.

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

Pastoral life

Very comfortable and quiet. Waking up to the cows lowing was so relaxing.Would highly recommend location for all the nearby attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Fabulous tranquil cottage

Lovely welcoming experience, the hosts were fantastic, the cottage warm cosy and Comfortable, close to so many attractions. Great wifi, and the view from the Alfresco area was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

Lovely home away from home

The cottage was as advertised. The owners are very friendly and welcoming. Great area and beautiful scenery.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john o.

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

Great

Lovely place to stay. Hosts were perfect and helpful. The country side was gorgeous and peaceful .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marleen H.

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

Stay at Dairy Cottage

We had a wonderful stay at Dairy Cottage. We felt very welcome and have had a great time. The house was vwry nice and well prepared and stocked. The view from the backyard is spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noreen G.

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

Loved staying at this farmhouse!

Sheila and Michael's farmhouse was a lovely respite from the city. It was clean and included everything we needed. The view out the back of the house was amazing. Sheila and Michael were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Perfect Cottage & Location

Our family of 5 adults had such a pleasant stay at the Dairy Cottage. Michael and Sheila made sure all was well for us and offered suggestions and directions for our daily excursions. We all enjoyed returning to the quiet cottage and its beautiful surroundings after our full days of adventures. I recommend the Dairy Cottage to those who want a fantastic experience in Ireland.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugene D.

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

Perfect location

The Dairy cottage was a perfect location for us, a 1.5 hr drive to all the destinations we wanted to see while there in Ireland! The hosts were very kind and willing to go the extra mile. We suggest going into town to the local pub for a pint…. Owner very nice and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Eveline T.

Amazing

Thanke you for the very warm welcome in your Cottage. This Cottage is simply Amazing, beautifully made and decorated with Heart. With a very high standard and a beautiful scenery. The perfect Location for a relaxing holiday. We enjoyed our stay very much. Thanks Sheila and Mike for your kind hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

Lovely Irish Countryside Cottage

After a long day of traveling internationally, we arrived to this beautiful countryside cottage surrounded by cows out back! The cottage itself is exactly what you see in the photographs, and so lovely! The Dairy Cottage was the cleanest rental we've ever stayed at! What made this VRBO so wonderful was the hospitality of the owners Sheila and Michael. They were both so kind and very responsive to our every need and generously gave us a tour of their farm because our son loves cows! Would highly recommend you stay at The Dairy Cottage, if not for the location and views then for the excellent hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sissie a.

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

Everything you could hope for and more!

The home was extremely warm and comfortable. Everything one needs was there, and we felt so welcomed when we saw the fresh baked biscuits and jam, waiting for us upon our arrival. We had originally reserved an apartment in the heart of Dublin back in February for this same period. 10 days before our arrival into Ireland the host with no prior warning or explanation canceled the reservation. We were extremely concerned that the entire vacation to Ireland would now be ruined. How could we have possibly have known that that cancellation would have actually been a godsend. It brought us to this lovely lovely home. Thank you thank you thank you. It was everything we had hoped for and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nelleke d.

Great house with great views!

What they don't tell you on the site is the great views the house has overlooking the valley. Gorgeous! All in all a very nice place to stay! The house is very homely and the beds are comfortable. The kitchen lacks microwave and utensils (for stirring etc). Nice to have a washer dryer as we have seen some rain ;-). Groceries and all the other things you might need in Nenagh, a 15 mn drive. Nice big Tesco supermarket! But also a Lidl supermarket on the other side of town. Sheila greated us very briefly on arrival had to get back to work in a hurry. Her husband came a day early to say goodbye. Thougt we were leaving the next day, which we weren't. Not the greatest hosts we've seen.... But... Maybe we're the exception to the rule as other reviewers were very enthousiastic about their hospitality.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

6/10 Okay

Terry D.

Lovely Home, but...

The Dairy Cottage is a lovely property, just wish we could have enjoyed it more. The day before our arrival Shelia emailed me and asked what time we would be arriving and that they were looking forward to meeting us. Since the arrival instructions say check-in is at 4 I emailed her back and said that we would be there around 4. We arrived at the house at 3:55 and no one was there. At around 4:30 we checked the front door and it was unlocked and the house key was on the table along with a sweet treat. We wandered around the house and figured out all the little details that it would have been nice to have explained to you. Around 8:30 Michael rang the door bell and said hello what time did you get in? I said 4 and he said he must have just missed us. That was the extent of our contact for the entire 6 days we were there (other than me emailing Shelia that there was no hair dryer). As I said the house was lovely and I do not have any complaints in that department. We have been renting homes in various countries and localities for several years now, and I have never once arrived at a home that I was renting and not been greeted. Honestly we felt like an annoying house guest that you are just hoping will leave (we almost did).
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Such a great stay my family will return again, even if it's just 3 of us!

Before reviewing the Dairy Cottage, I wanted to address the negative reviews as let's be honest, those are really the ones we read first, not just the ones talking about the gorgeous view of the valley (which is does have). The kitchen is well stocked & supplied with both a microwave & as many utensils as you could possibly need. The comments about Michael and Sheila as owners completely baffle me which leads me to draw my own conclusions about those who spoke poorly about them as hosts. You'd have to be a pretty miserable person to find the Fogerty's anything but wonderful (sorry, tried to bite my tongue but just couldn't!). If you expect close/daily interaction with the owners of your cottage it's probably best to ask those questions before booking, if you expect a B&B situation, communicate that or ask if that's the type of place you're renting! Now onto the good stuff: The Cottage is impeccable. The pictures are completely accurate, and yes....the view out the back patio of the cottage is everything your Irish holiday/vacation dreams are envisioning and more. The beds are firm, comfortable, and put you into a deep sleep. Bathrooms are very well equipped, clean, and modern. The baked goods upon arrival and milk in the fridge are perfect for that quick snack/boost you need before taking your jet-lagged self to the Tesco nearby for your groceries for your stay. The fact that Sheila finds time between her work, her young child, and the cottage to bake (from scratch) delicious treats for the arrival of her guests is just awesome. I stayed in the cottage with my husband, 1.5yr old daughter (travel cot and highchair provided), my mother-in-law, and my mother and father. We were very comfortable, found more than enough space to cook dinners in the kitchen together as well as retreat to our bedrooms to relax for some quiet time was great. We also arranged to tour the dairy farm on one of our more relaxed days at the cottage. My daughter loved it (as did we!) and it was so nice to have that extra time to get to know Michael a little better. My husband and I have used Homeaway to rent apartments/homes/cottages in Adare, Ireland; Cortona, Italy; Bolonga, Italy; The Cape in the USA; Cinque Terre, Italy, & downtown Boston, MA, USA. I TRULY & HONESTLY can say, without bias, the Fogerty's are the most kind, genuine, and passionate hosts we've ever had. You will have no regrets with this cottage, the owners, or the location. All were beyond perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim N.

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

Peacefully Wonderful!

Thank you, thank you! We can’t thank our hosts enough for sharing the “Dairy Cottage” with us during our stay in Ireland. The cottage had everything we needed and was probably one the most peaceful accommodations we’ve stayed at in a long time, even with a working dairy farm right next door! Thanks Sheila and Michael for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian R.

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

Sehr schön

Toller Kontakt.Sheila hat sich sehr gekümmert. Unterkunft war wie beschrieben top. Vielen Dank für die schöne Zeit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean G.

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

Wonderful house for a great price

Shelila's house is clean and spacious with lovely views, its extremely private and has a large garden. We loved our stay and definitely would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina K.

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

Wunderschönes Cottage in einer ruhigen und grünen Lage

Wir haben uns sehr sehr wohl in dieser Unterkunft gefühlt. Michel und Sheila sind sehr nett und sofort zur Stelle, wenn man fragen hat. Wir haben auch sehr gut geschlafen, die Betten sind sehr gut. ist nicht immer die Regel. Durch die mittige Lage, sind alle Städte gut zu erreichen. Wir haben viel gesehen und würden immer wieder sofort bei den beiden buchen.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

Cute country cottage

Lovely 3 bedroom cottage with everything you need to enjoy a self catering vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

eric n.

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

Séjour familial

Très belle propriété, site reposant, lieu bucolique ! Nous étions 7, l’accueil a été génial et chaleureux ! Maison très bien équipée et confortable ! Rien à redire !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Central Ireland Visit

The Dairy Cottage is a wonderful place to visit if you are wanting to see the beautiful Irish countryside. The central location made it possible for us to visit sites to the south, west and east. There is a nice-size Tesco's market in nearby Nenagh, so self-catering was simple. The homeowners were very friendly and offered us great tips on places we could visit. Overall, excellent
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

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

Great Cottage In the Country

Very nice cottage in beautiful countryside. The roads can be narrow but that is part of the charm.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin W M.

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

"Perfect'

Michael and Sheila were excellent hosts, providing great hospitality. When we arrived and I asked our daughters what they thought of The Dairy, their one word response was "Perfect" and indeed it is. The Dairy is located on a working dairy farm and is well situated for day trips to Blarney and Bunratty Castles and the Rock of Cashel. The bedrooms are spacious, especially the Master. The kitchen is well equipped and the deck offers excellents views of the picturesque countryside. We have many golden memories of our trip to Ireland.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019