Holiday Cottages in Meath, Self Catering Accommodation in the Boyne Valley



Relax, unwind and recharge at Decoy Country Cottages, a collection of eight self-catering holiday cottages in County Meath, located in the heart of the Boyne Valley and within easy reach of Dublin.


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Our Self Catering Holiday Homes in County Meath

Decoy Country Cottages provides self-catering accommodation in County Meath for couples, families, wedding guests and short-break visitors looking for a comfortable base in the Irish countryside.

Whether you are planning a family holiday, a romantic break, a group gathering or simply looking for peaceful holiday accommodation in Ireland, our holiday homes provide the space, comfort and flexibility to enjoy your stay at your own pace.

Set along a quiet tree-lined avenue, our beautifully restored country cottages offer a rural setting while remaining conveniently located for exploring Navan, Trim, Slane, Newgrange, Emerald Park and many of the most popular attractions in Ireland's Ancient East.

Unlike a hotel stay, our holiday cottages give you the freedom to enjoy your own space, prepare meals when you choose, and spend quality time together in spacious living areas. You can also order one of our prepared meal or buy food in our honesty shop located in the office

Guests stay with us for:

  • Family holidays in Ireland
  • Weekend breaks in Meath
  • Boyne Valley holidays
  • Wedding guest accommodation
  • Group gatherings and reunions
  • Pet-friendly holidays
  • Short breaks near Dublin

Holiday Cottages Near Dublin and the Boyne Valley

One of the biggest advantages of staying at Decoy Country Cottages is our location.

We are situated in County Meath, just a short drive from Dublin and close to many of Ireland's most visited heritage attractions.

Popular nearby attractions include:

  • Newgrange
  • Trim Castle
  • Hill of Tara
  • Slane Castle
  • Emerald Park
  • Boyne Valley

This makes Decoy Country Cottages an excellent choice for visitors looking for holiday cottages near Dublin while enjoying the space and tranquillity of the countryside.

Family Friendly Holiday Cottages in Ireland

Families return year after year because our cottages provide the space and facilities that make travelling with children easier. We can supply any baby equipment that you need.

Parents can relax in the knowledge that their children can enjoy the secure grounds which are completely fenced and securely gated.

We also have outdoor play areas, a real tree house, trampoline and games facilities, so parents can relax knowing everything is close at hand and their children can play safely.

With cottages sleeping from two to eight guests, we can accommodate:

  • Small family breaks
  • Multi-generational family holidays
  • Cousin gatherings
  • Birthday celebrations
  • Family reunions

Several cottages can also be booked together for larger groups.

Pet Friendly Holiday Cottages

Looking for dog-friendly holiday cottages in Ireland?

Most of our cottages welcome pets, making it easy to bring your four-legged family members along for the adventure.

We can provide dog beds, feeding bowls, blankets and toys, helping your pet settle in comfortably during your stay.

Our countryside setting offers plenty of space for walks and outdoor exploration while remaining close to local attractions.



Luxury self-catering cottage - The Stables at Decoy Country Cottages, Boyne Valley, featuring spacious interiors, rustic charm, and eco-friendly amenities, perfect for family holidays or group getaways near Dublin

About The Stables

A three-bedroom family holiday cottage sleeping up to six guests. Pet and family friendly

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The Forge  - Luxury self catering cottage at Decoy Country Cottages, Boyne Valley, featuring spacious interiors and eco-friendly amenities, perfect for family holidays or group getaways near Dublin. Also pet friendly

About The Forge

A three-bedroom accessible cottage sleeping seven guests, including a ground-floor accessible bedroom and bathroom.

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Spacious living room in The Barn at Decoy Country Cottages - luxury holiday homes in the heart of The Boyne Valley in Ireland's Ancient East but close to Dublin

About The Barn

Our largest holiday cottage, sleeping up to eight guests and ideal for larger family groups  - book now!


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Very large modern kitchen in THe Loft at Decoy Country Cottages - eco friendly luxury holiday cottages in the heart of THe Boyne Valley near Dublin

About The Loft

A spacious three-bedroom cottage designed for family gatherings and group dining. Sleeps 6  check our availability


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Beautiful summer flowers outside The Hen House at Decoy Country Cottages - eco and family friendly self catering accommodation near Dublin

About The Hen House

A cosy two-bedroom cottage suited to young families and those looking for easy access to children's facilities. Perfect for 2 adults and 2 children (Sofa bed)  Book your stay now

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Spacious and modern bathroom in The Parlour at Decoy Country Cottages - luxury pet friendly and family friendly holiday homes near Dublin . Perfect for eco friendly group getaways

About The Parlour

A spacious two-bedroom holiday home with generous living areas and en-suite bedrooms. Sleeps 5

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Modern and beautifully equipped kitchen in The Coach House at Decoy Country Cottages -luxury holiday homes in The Boyne Valley, near Dublin. Perfect for families

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About The Coach House

A comfortable two-bedroom holiday cottage ideal for families or couples travelling together. Sleeps 4.

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Spacious and luxurious bedroom in The Tack Room at Decoy Country Cottages - a collection of luxury holiday homes in the heart of The Boyne Valley, Eco friendly stay near Dublin

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About The Tack Room

A romantic one-bedroom holiday cottage for couples, featuring a luxurious bedroom, jacuzzi bath and cosy stove. Sleeps 2

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Why Choose Decoy Country Cottages?

Guests choose Decoy Country Cottages because we offer:

  • Self-catering accommodation in County Meath
  • Holiday cottages close to Dublin
  • A convenient base for exploring the Boyne Valley
  • Family-friendly facilities
  • Pet-friendly accommodation
  • Flexible accommodation for groups
  • Peaceful countryside surroundings
  • Easy access to Ireland's Ancient East

Whether you are searching for holiday cottages in Meath, Irish country cottages, holiday homes near Dublin or self-catering accommodation in the Boyne Valley, Decoy Country Cottages provides a practical and comfortable base for your stay.

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Check availability today and discover why so many guests choose Decoy Country Cottages for family holidays, short breaks, wedding accommodation and countryside stays in County Meath.

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We enjoyed our short break at Decoy cottages very much. The cottage was spotless and comfortable. Paula was welcoming, and helpful with information about the local area, places to eat, shop etc. The facilities on site were brilliant for families, indoors and outside. Plenty to do in all weathers. We look forward to returning for a family celebration soon. The cottages are ideal for getting together while providing personal space for individual families and couples in the group. We would certainly recommend this place.
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We were getting renovations done to our home and stayed in Decoy Cottages for just under 3 weeks. It was excellent with finite attention to detail from the welcome basket to absolutely anything you would need in the kitchen. Bedding and towels with local soaps provided. The house was a home from home experience with plenty of space. The only minor let down was the TV in our house was not a smart one but saying that we got by just fine but it would have been nice to have this facility. If coming to the area on holidays it is central to so many local attractions like Emerald Park, Newgrange, Dublin etc whilst staying in the country on a secure site with lots of family friendly facilities such as play areas and a fabulous BBQ area. We would highly recommend staying in Decoy Cottages many thanks to Paula and her staff for making our stay so pleasant.
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Marvelous, would go back immediately. Accommodating hosts, comprehensively fit out, could easily cook and live well. But we had food provided and it was great.
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Lovely accommodation with a very attentive and welcoming host! We were a large group staying for a family reunion and we had a great time. Food was fantastic and the host even lent us a ukelele! Thanks so much, we had a great time!
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We had a fantastic family Christmas here last week! The accommodation was amazing with full cooking facilities and Christmas decorations! Even used the big green egg!! Kids loved the tree house and collecting eggs from the chickens in the morning... Not to mention the other animals and trampoline Very near Navan and other cultural activities plus not from the ferry port The owners were very helpful and responsive and also left a lovely care package to start us off I would highly recommend and would love to return .. thank you for making our Christmas so special x
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Wonderful place for a large group. We stayed at The Barn and The Loft. All requirements were met along with an array of unexpected bonus treats. And the food was exceptional. Thanks for such a wonderful holiday.
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Stayed in Decoy last week, a group of 15 of us. Houses were beautiful, so well equipped and clean and fresh. A really lovely place to visit. Thank you for your hospitality.
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The Decoy Cottages are such an amazing place to stay. The cottages are spacious with plenty of room for a large family (we had 13 people in our party). They give you everything you need for your stay to include a welcome basket with homemade bread, marmalade, fresh milk and eggs. The kitchen is very well stocked with all of the pots, pans and utensils needed, including dishwasher detergent, dish washing soap, paper towels, coffee for the espresso machine and regular ground coffee for the french press, spices, sugar, and more. The grounds have so much as well including a place to cook outside with tents and seating (it was too cold while we were there, but would be great in the spring and summer), a trampoline, animals, a tree house, and so much more. There is even a common area for use with a large TV, sectional couch, with movies and books, toys, a chalkboard for kids, and an upstairs with a foosball table and pool table. There is ample parking with a gated, private entrance, and local information is provided about grocery shopping, restaurants, and tourist things to do in the area. I can't say enough good things about the Decoy Country Cottages. If we are ever back in Ireland I would make it a point to stay here again. Thank you!