A fine beach at Portsalon, a tree-sheltered garden and a deep-country approach for this enchanting flagged and thatched cottage

Restorative seaside retreat overlooking the mercurial Atlantic. Sleep in sumptuous rooms and admire the unintimidating formal splendour

Regal interiors at reasonable prices. Pam’s hospitality is heartwarming - flowers fill the sitting room, breakfast is sumptuous

Simon and Nicole greet you with relaxed good humour, dinners on request and a lovely guest lounge

A serene island retreat for romantics and nature lovers. Suites - with brooding sea views - are very special, the restaurant is stunning

A swish, beautifully converted cow shed (choose B&B or s-c) in the heart of farming country invites you to unwind. Outside, 500 acres call

Stay in the wilds of south Cork, where new life is being breathed into a much-loved family home and you can simply join in

A tram ride from Dublin - a bright, light, lovely cottage for a small family with its own little garden and a Saturday market in Kilternan

Books, paintings and roses at this enchanting cottage for romantics, hidden at the end of the drive. Linen and logs included...

Peacocks add glamour to the gardens, there are lovely walks all around, sensational lough views – and Verity’s cooking is a fresh delight

Minimalist calm pervades this sleek space - designed with the majestic surroundings in mind. Big groups can spread to the cottage next door

Escape to this relaxing, sporty-if-you-like, fun place – in farming country close to unspoilt sandy beaches and a good pub

All the bleached beauty of the beach inside this sturdy cottage - and a stylish dining terrace with uplifting sea views. Kerry bliss...

A favourite place in Connemara, the Quay House is big-hearted, deeply sybaritic and utterly personal with antiques and mementoes

The halls are decked in Olive’s awards for B&B - just sample her superb breakfasts for proof of her mastery. Rooms are bright and welcoming

Superb home-grown food in a genuine family mansion (ancestors are everywhere) with flags, stags, antiques and croquet. Amazing rooms, too

A large modern house, a wildly magical lakeside setting in the lap of Ireland’s highest mountain range. Immerse yourself in rugged beauty

Peace and seclusion in the wilds of Connemara – great for friends or family groups and lovers of the great outdoors