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House |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Foulksmills in South East Ireland

From £150 per week |  From £83 per night

1 night minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Car essential, may take pets - please enquire

About the home

Family friendly, the interior of the cottage is modernised and well equipped. The cottage has a rustic exterior with the original stone walls. Perfect for families of all ages, small children can enjoy the safety of the enclosed garden and play area. Guests enjoy the relaxing sound of the flow of the Mill Race. Located in the village of Foulksmills, shop and pubs are on the doorstep. Hook Lighthouse, John F Kennedy Park, Duncannon Fort are just some of the wonderful sights waiting to be explored. Walkers can take advantage of walks on 'Carrigbyrne Hill' (on N25) or Curracloe Forest Walk.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Fern Cottage has three bedrooms - Upstaris consists of 2 x double bed rooms and 1 family bathroom; Downstairs - entrance hall, 1 x single bedroom en suite; Kitchen/living area. Kitchen is well equipped and very comfortable - a home from home.

There are plenty of games and books available to cater from the very young to the not so very young. A selection of dvds and videos are available after an adventurous day out. Alternatively sit outside and listen to the flow of the 'mill race' flowing past.

Further details outdoors:
Located in the yard of an 18c watermill and to the relaxing sound of the flow of the mill race the cottage is one of three cottages in a cluster like setting; Group bookings are also an option. During the school holidays the children are within eyeshot but can run around, play games and have lots of fun with their new friends while the parents can sit and relax with that glass of red wine and a good barbecued steak.

Austin does a great job maintaining the lawns and the flower beds. He keeps a close on the outside toys to make sure they are in perfect working order for our very busy smaller guests. There is lots of room for the adults to take a stroll over a beautiful country lane away from all traffic. Children can run around and play games and enjoy the open spaces. There is room too for a 'friendly' football game just to keep Dad trim while on holiday! We have little ride on tractors, diggers, cars and a sandpit just waiting to be played with. Also a wonderful play house decorated with characters from the film SHREK and of course SHREK himself features on the outside.

The children love to feed the rabbits and of couse our very own 'Shrek' and 'Bertie' (the resident donkeys) are a huge attraction. They call around each evening to say hello and hope to get an apple or carrot along the way. They love being scratched and talked to and really are a huge hit with everyone. Adjoining the play area the sheep and calves graze in full view of the guests.

There are patio sets and garden furniture for picnics, barbecues or just to relax with a great book.

Further details

Welcome pack provided on arrival.
Dishwasher tablets, washing up liquid, toilet rolls etc.
Garden is shared with the other holiday makers.
Private parking available for two cars.
Outside toys provided

Conditions

Strictly no smoking inside the cottage.
A booking deposit of one third is required to secure the booking;
Balance due six weeks prior to arrival date
If booking made within six weeks prior to arrival - full payment is required when making the reservation.

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Shrek and Bertie our pet donkeys

 

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19C Watermill - on family farm

 

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FERN COTTAGE - enclosed walled garden and play area

 

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Sitting room with real open fire

The South East Ireland / County Wexford region

Beautiful scenery with a mild climate - County Wexford known as the sunny south east of Ireland. Hugging the coastline of the Irish Sea on one side and the Atlantic on the other. Many beaches to explore, cliff tops to walk on and magnificent views to be enjoyed visitors can take a trip across to the bird sanctuary - the Saltee Islands - from the old fishing village of beautiful Kilmore Quay.

Regular horse race meetings are held in Wexford racecourse and weekly greyhound racing in Enniscorthy town. Top class golf courses all short drive.

Wexford Town is an excellent shopping town with the Marble City of Kilkenny within an hour's drive. A guided tour of Kilkenny Castle is highly recommended. There are many top class restaurants in the locality - Dunbrody House under the guidance of owner and famous chef Kevin Dundon is twenty minutes drive. Horetown House is 1.5km from Fern Cottage - work up an appetite and keep fit by walking to Horetown House and avail of the courtesy car for the return journey - best of both worlds! Excellent food is served in the Horse & Hound Bar/Restaurant too which is just a ten minute drive from Fern Cottage - children are most welcome too.

With its large number of rivers and lakes Wexford is an angler's delight. Fishing licences can be purchased in Wexford town.

Proud of its heritage visits to Hook Lighthouse, Duncannon Fort, Wexford Heritage Park are not to be missed.

The Foulksmills area

Wellingtonbridge (R733) village is five minutes drive from the village of Foulksmills; A thriving business centre comprising of supermarket, drapery, fuel station and Costcutters, hairdressing salons (4), hardware/garden centre, also beautician, optician and local chemist are available.

From Wellingtonbridge the following routes are signposted

1) The main route to Wexford Town -
2) the historic Bannow Bay - Normans landed here in 1169
3) Duncannon Beach/Fort - tours given
4) Ballyhack Car Ferry - trip to Dunmore East & Waterford
5) FOULKSMILLS & Clongeen .

Foulksmills is a first prize winner in the County Wexford Environmental awards which are held annually. The Corach river flows gently through the pretty village park and used to turn the wheel of the old watermill when in operation.

Foulksmills is set amidst a historic setting of the 1798 battlefield; The old RUC Barracks, now a private dwelling house, retains almost of its original exterior features and is now a beautiful cottage located in the centre of the village.

There is an active Tidy Towns Committee and their hard work ensures that the village performs well each year in the National Tidy Towns Competition.

Fern Cottage, one of three cottages, located directly behind and in the yard of the 'Mill' . The cottages are idealy located for touring the south east.

Co Wexford has lots to offer for both the young and the not so young and most activities are only twenty minutes drive in any direction. Lovely country roads to walk on, overshadowed on each side by mature trees.

Children are well entertained too - they are welcome to play in the village park which is a short stroll from Fern Cottage; At the back of Fern Cottage is an enclosed garden and play area - many important soccer matches played here!

A short drive brings them to lots of water activities in nearby Duncannon or Tramore beaches; A selection include -pony riding, quadding, visit to animal farms, JFK Park, and of course the public playground (in Wellingtonbridge)for the good weather days;

Wexford is proud to host Ireland's first All Digital Cinema recently opened and a treat for the odd rainy day. Also there is an up to-date bowling alley and play zone area all in Wexford town district.

Afternoon tea is served in historic Horetown House and from the beautifully restored Drawing Rooms guests overlook the lawns where battles were fought in front of the 'big' house.

International Polocross events take place annually in Horetown Equestrian Centre from May to September organised by the Young Family.

Fern Cottage & Mill Farm were very proud to provide accommodation for the 2007 American Polocross Team, though the Irish Team was successful on this occasion, the visiting team had a fabulous time competing at the event.

We are always delighted to accommodate the visiting teams for these Polocross events.

Foulksmills village has a post office, a local grocery shop and two pubs for nightly entertainment all of which are a short stroll from Fern Cottage.

The watermill, built in the 1800's by an ancestor of the present owner was in full operation until about fifteen years ago. However with modern technology and more efficient methods of grinding corn - the demand for stone ground wheat meal produced in this way regrettably declined.

The wheel and its inner workings are still in the mill and Austin (present owner) is willing to give a tour of the mill when asked to do so.

Gaelic games play a huge part in the local activities with games being played throughout the summer in the local G.A.A. park - generally admission is free - visitors are most welcome to come along and experience the 'clash of the ash' as the players play for the pride of their parish - sometimes, it could be said, with more passion than skill - the old saying - "the best hurler is on the ditch" could well apply to the many excited supporters who surround the pitch for the games.

There is lots to do - quadding, fishing, cycling (Bikes available for hire in Wexford Town); Wind surfing - lessons are provided on Tramore Beach in Co Waterford. Courtown Harbour and Tramore provide lots of seaside activities - Aqua parks, carnivals etc.

Beaches are a great place to spend the day with little cost -pack a picnic and enjoy. Buckets and spades are available at the Cottage.

Foulksmills is a wonderful base for families or couples to stay. The holiday can be relaxed or active whatever the visitor desires. Try out : -

Hook Lighthouse;
Dunbrody Ship;
John F Kennedy Arboretum in New Ross;
Wexford Heritage Park;
Kilmore Quay;
Courtown Amusement Park;
Tramore Splashworld;
Quadding in Clonroche;
'Walks';
Fishing;
Wexford Strawberries
One of the many golf links

Shopping in Wexford Town, Waterford, and Kilkenny with its many beautiful boutiques and restaurants is highly recommended.

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Mill Farm Cottages FOULKSMILLS, just 40 minutes drive from the ferry port of ROSSLARE HARBOUR. Waterford Airport, the nearest airport, serviced by AER ARAINN is within an hour's drive. The main airports of Cork & Dublin are two and half hours drive. Dubli and Cork serviced by Ryanair, Air Lingus and other airlines.

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Reviews

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01 Oct 2011

“Dream of exploring Ireland” On arrival, we were we fell in love with the area and nice quite Town. The enclosed court yard was wonderful, and the cottages were nicley done, with facilities to the elderly and disable a like.( ramps for wheelchairs/handles in bathroom downstairs) The Owners were really great, prepared us all the necessary daily items,milk,toiletries, wine and a cake for our arrival. They even clearly marked the Cottage from the inside window,clearly indicating it and a welcome note. We have a wonderful week,roaming around in the soth part of Ireland,and when we were at the Cottage,enjoyed the pets in the fields ( Donkeys,chickens etc) and the harmony of the singing birds in the early morning hours. Response: We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us and that you liked the cottage and the surroundings. The animals are missing all the attention now that the summer season is over. Shrek (the white donkey) and her little foal are doing really well. Hope that you brought home wonderful memories of your visit to Ireland. Thank you so much for your kind words, they are much appreciated - Austin & Catherine

12 Aug 2011

“You'll want to stay longer than planned” We spent a glourious week at Mill Farm Cottages and loved every minute of it!!! As a first holiday with our then 7 month old girl, it was the perfect setting. A real home away from home, we... more

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"Many thanks for a lovely stay - fine cottages in a fine area" - Pete & Sue.
"Thank you for a lovely sweet cottage. We really enjoyed the stay but I didn't want to go home" - Stephanie Age 8.
"We had a lovely time, Oliver enjoyed a fab 3rd birthday, thank you again. We will recommend you to others" Morris Clan, South Wales.
"Great time and a great place, you're both welcome in Yorkshire any time. Mandy & Rob.
"Had a lovely time - nice people in the pub! Thanks for brilliant time. Stay in touch. Love Jane"

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	7 Jan 12	31 Mar 12	200€ 200	100100	230230	Flexible
	31 Mar 12	14 Apr 12	300€ 300	100100	280280	Flexible
	14 Apr 12	5 May 12	280€ 280	100100	280280	Flexible
	5 May 12	2 Jun 12	300€ 300	100100	280280	Flexible
	2 Jun 12	30 Jun 12	320€ 320	100100	280280	Flexible
	30 Jun 12	14 Jul 12	400€ 400	100100	400400	Flexible
	14 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	600€ 600	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	400€ 400	100100	250250	Flexible
	29 Sep 12	27 Oct 12	200€ 200	100100	200200	Flexible
	27 Oct 12	3 Nov 12	300€ 300	100100	280280	Flexible
	3 Nov 12	22 Dec 12	180€ 180	100100	200200	Flexible
	22 Dec 12	5 Jan 13	300€ 300	100100	300300	Flexible

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	7 Jan 12	25 Feb 12	250€ 250	200200	250250	Flexible
	25 Feb 12	31 Mar 12	300€ 300	200200	250250	Flexible
	31 Mar 12	2 Jun 12	350€ 350	200200	300300	Flexible
	2 Jun 12	30 Jun 12	360€ 360	200200	350350	Flexible
	30 Jun 12	14 Jul 12	480€ 480	200200	300300	Flexible
	14 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	600€ 600	0-	0-	Flexible
	1 Sep 12	22 Sep 12	400€ 400	200200	300300	Flexible
	22 Sep 12	29 Sep 12	500€ 500	200200	250250	Flexible
	29 Sep 12	27 Oct 12	250€ 250	200200	250250	Flexible
	27 Oct 12	3 Nov 12	300€ 300	200200	300300	Flexible
	3 Nov 12	22 Dec 12	200€ 200	200200	350350	Flexible
	22 Dec 12	5 Jan 13	350€ 350	200200	400400	Flexible

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Mill Farm Cottages, home away from home. Austin and/or Catherine personally meet and greet all of their guests on arrival at the cottages. A real coal fire will be waiting for our visitors during the colder months and we will provide this facility each day of your stay if requested, ensuring a warm welcome from a day's outing. Electricity charges & coal are not included in the rental price, guests pay only for the amount they actually use during their stay. Payments can be made in either Euro or Stg - bank draft/euro cheque/postal/money orders all accepted. A third of full price is required as a booking deposit. Be sure to check us out for special offers - telephone or email enquiries welcome.

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3 years listed You are contacting Catherine Redmond Landline +353 51 565782 Mobile +353 86 3138894 Languages spoken The owner is based in Ireland and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This house has received 2 reviews from previous guests.