If you are planning to explore Ireland, then you cannot go wrong by heading to County Laois. The county is part of Leinster and boasts plenty of historical sites that are worth visiting. Traveling with your family and looking to enjoy some outdoor activities? Glenbarrow Trail is a great place to enjoy scenic walks with your kids. Emo Court House is also popular among tourists, especially the history buffs. Rock of Dunamase and its ruins can surely enchant travelers, offering stunning valley views. For your Ireland excursion, you may want to look for a comfortable place to stay with your loved ones. Continue reading to see a list of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Laois, Ireland.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 10, 2024.
1. Fully restored Georgian home in Mountrath (from USD 1185)
Built in the late 1700s, this country house in Mountrath showcases the best aspects of the Georgian style. The home is spacious and can host a large family of 16. Guests can easily head to the shops and interesting areas by car, offering free parking on site. There is also a large and fully equipped kitchen for guests who want to prepare their own delicious meals. For a refreshing experience, you can take a dip in the swimming pool. WiFi is available, so you can stay connected.
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the pool and leisure facilities are excellent and were enjoyed by young and oldthis place is amazing beautiful grounds with lots of walks the rooms in the main house are stunningthe pool and jacuzzi was definitely put to use and an amazing asset to the houseCleanliness:
the house was very clean surprisingly very warm for how big the house wasthe house is very well equipped and terrifically clean and well appointedthe house is very spacious but comfortable throughoutHost:
pauric is a fantastic hosthouse is absolutely lovely and so are the hostsvery easy communications with the owner the woman that met us was so lovelywonderful gorgeous property and host was so helpful bridget jumped at our every request thank you for a wonderful staypauric was a lovely host and looked after us very wellRead more reviewsLocation:
great house and location for a family occasionwe enjoyed walking the grounds and exploring the cute town of mountrath
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2. Gurteen Cottage, Portlaoise (from USD 98)
This lovely cottage is located near Slieve Bloom Mountains. Guests staying in this rental can walk to the village of Rosenallis to check out the shops. The bedroom comes with a queen bed and a sofa bed, easily sleeping up to three guests. There is an outdoor picnic area, where you can also enjoy beautiful views. Well-behaved dogs are welcome here, so feel free to bring your furry buddies. If you are planning to stay longer, laundry facilities are available on the property for convenience.
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the wifi was also very good and there is a large flat screen tvstaying at the gurteen cottage is a very peaceful comfortable and pleasurable stay with everything you needthe bedroom upstairs was lovely and warm and the bed was really comfortableCleanliness:
anns place is very clean and comfortablea clean fully fitted unitthe house was clean roomy and nicely decoratedthe accommodation was extremely clean lovely and warm and in a beautiful areathe cottage was spacious clean and comfortableHost:
fantastic host - highly recommendexcellent hosts and perfect accommodationthe hosts went above and beyond to make our stay in ireland wonderfulann and niall were amazing hostshosts were great and niall provided some great recommendations for local things to doRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful house in a lovely locationit is close to many beautiful walking trailsann’s place is located in a beautiful area of irelandexcellent property and great locationideal place for peace and quite located just a very short drive to an amazing forest walkway and waterfall
3. The Ranch Cabin, Clonmeen Cross (from USD 232)
This vacation rental is perfect for those who are traveling in groups as it can accommodate up to seven guests. The cabin is located in Clonmeen Cross, and guests can easily drive to Kilkenny and Portlaoise. There are two bedrooms with five beds available, ensuring guests a restful sleep throughout their stay. Free parking is available for those who are planning to rent a vehicle. You can also enjoy access to an outdoor hot tub, so you can relax after touring the area. The rental can provide great mountain views, which you can enjoy from the cozy outdoor seating area.
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we then retired to the cozy chalet and watched a video there is a huge supplycozy place all amenities you need total peace and quiet enjoyed watching/assisting with the milking one morninghaving breakfast hand delivered to the doorCleanliness:
everything was clean & lovely highly recommendednice clean place and the hot tub is lovelya lovely place the cabin was spotless and the hot tub was amazinga very well put together cosy and clean placeinside the cabin is comfortable and cleanHost:
the host was so friendly and welcominghosts were really friendly and helpfulthe host made us feel welcome and at homeiveta and patrick were wonderful hoststhe hosts were lovely would definately go backRead more reviewsLocation:
a beautiful getaway in a peaceful locationa beautiful private get away in the perfect placethis place was an amazing getaway from city lifestunning place for a much needed break away so peaceful and iveta is very accommodatingplease is a little piece of heavan away from the city lights would definitely recommend this place
4. Charming stone cottage in Emo (from USD 127)
Located close to the gates that lead to Emo Court House, this stone cottage is perfect for guests who are looking to explore. There is one bedroom in the cottage, comfortably sleeping up to two people. There is a full kitchen for whipping up delicious meals. If you do not feel like cooking, you can head to the nearby restaurant. Planning to rent a car? The property offers free parking on the premises as well as free street parking.
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great little cottage comfortable warm everything you needno tv or wifi so perfect if you want to get away from distractions and properly unwindjust as in reviews lovely and well kept cottage kitchen very functional amazing locationdelightful area comfortable and quiet nights sleepthere’s a lovely tea room at emo court as wellCleanliness:
very nice clean newly redecorated spacehouse was very clean and well keptlovely cosy clean space that is beautifully decoratedwe thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the gate lodge it was beautifully furnished and spotlessHost:
the house was beautiful and elizabeth was a perfect hostelizabeth's communication was great and she is a lovely hostsuperb location with emo court and communication with host was superbelizabeth was very responsive great spot for short little breaks away thanks againRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal location for weekend away and perfectly positioned for sightseeing in the areaabsolutely lovely place great for a break away from city life and ideal for a relaxed breakexcellent location for exploring the forests surrounding emovery cute little gate house with great walksa great place to get away from the the hustle and bustle of life
5. Stylish chalet for eight in Clonaslee (from USD 137)
This home is located in Clonaslee in the heart of Slieve Bloom Mountains Environment Park. There are tons of activities for guests to enjoy around the home, and they can spend some time in the beautiful garden to enjoy some stunning views. There is a gallery located upstairs. There are two fireplaces, so guests can cozy up while they enjoy a hot beverage. With three bedrooms that come with four cozy beds, up to eight guests can sleep here. You can prepare your own meals in the fully equipped kitchen.
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i loved the garden and the fact no tv or internetthe house is beautiful with plenty of roomCleanliness:
absolutely lovely stay garden was huge house was spotless and there was great communication and tips from michaelHost:
the owner's response is fast and he is very kindmike the host was very quick in responding to any inquiry which was great as wellmicheal was really helpful and provided lots of useful information for our staymichael provided loads of info which was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
an ideal base for some solitude or for walking in the slthe location worked well central so we could be flexible on where we wanted to take day tripslovely place in the middle of no we're great get awaygreat house with brilliant garden in a lovely location everything about the place is 5 starsnice place good area for hikes
6. Spacious guesthouse in Mountmellick (from USD 78)
This guesthouse boasts a large garden and can offer guests beautiful views of the countryside. The house is situated in a quiet area, ensuring guests a peaceful holiday. You can enjoy a good night’s rest in the property’s bedroom that comes with one cozy bed and fresh sheets. Guests can get access to free parking and free WiFi during their stay. If you want to cook some homemade meals, you can use the well-equipped kitchen with a microwave, oven, fridge, and other cooking basics.
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the kitchen had everything you could need and the view in the backyard was very prettyvery comfortable apartment private kitchen fully stockedgreat little touches with the nibbles and breakfast provisionsthe place itself is great complete with kitchenthe apartment has a great view from the back porch and it was definitely home away from homeCleanliness:
beautiful clean baby friendly placecomfortable clean quiet and well appointedvery clean & easy to findfantastic apartment cleanliness was 110%the unit was clean and well stockedHost:
amazing host and very comfy homethe hosts were kind and available whenever needednice stay and great hostcaroline was so friendly and even bought us an engagement gifthosts were communicative and helpful would stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
a good central hublocation is ideal to visit some great placesquiet and relaxing venue located on a quiet road close to towncute home in a nice secluded locationit's also very close to rock of dunmaise which i highly recommend
7. Enchanting chalet in Portlaoise (from USD 64)
This chalet is surrounded by a beautiful garden, offering guests plenty of opportunities for scenic views. The place is spacious enough to accommodate up to three guests. From this vacation rental, guests can enjoy quick access to several shops and restaurants. Main Street is within walking distance and is located about 10 minutes away. The living area has a soft couch where you can relax with a cold beverage after a day of sightseeing. Free WiFi is also available for guests who want to stay updated on social media.
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very comfortable with all amenities that one needs generous food offeringthe extra touch of leaving breakfast and snacks is greathighly recommend conor’s lovely comfortable relaxing warm clean all amenities provided place in portlaoise townconor was very thoughtful and even included some stuff to make breakfast5 minutes walk from the centre of town total privacy comfortable place can't fault itCleanliness:
clean and as advertisedchalet clean and comfortablespotless clean and great locationvery clean good value for moneynice clean chalet in back garden via side entranceHost:
conor is a great hostall round good hostwill definitely return such nice hosts made me feel so welcomegreat host and a pleasure to deal withconor was an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great central location but still quietnice little place- well located for the town centre and train stationvery good location and proximity to town centre bus and trainthe location was good and conor is very friendlygreat location for walking into town or walking from the train
8. Brielle House, Mountmellick (from USD 153)
At this spacious cottage, guests can rest and relax in peace. This rental is located in the beautiful town of Mountmellick. Guests can make use of the private parking on site for their vehicles. You can relax in the large garden with cozy seating while you enjoy some stunning views. The garden is also the perfect place to enjoy your breakfast and your morning coffee. With two spacious bedrooms, the property can accommodate up to six guests. If you want to prepare your own meals, you can use the fully equipped kitchen.
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lots of room inside and out with all amenities to handthere is a big garden which the children loved and an outdoor space where we had breakfasta lovely home with all the amenities including a laundryit had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and enjoyablegreat place ann was very accomodating and set up extra beds to sleep 6Cleanliness:
the house was clean and as we expectedann's place is clean cozy and spaciousthe house was clean spacious and well equippedthe house is spacious clean and well equipped for a great stayand the house was super clean and comfortable with everything we neededHost:
friendly hosts responds quickly to requestshosts were great and we really enjoyed ourselvesann was a delightful hostann is a wonderful hostshe was very kind and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful place & close to everythinggreat stay beautiful house and perfect locationthe location was great and definitely pet friendly for our pupwhat a great place the lads were delighted with their home away from homewould suit all stays place was way nicer than pictures and was close to pubs shops and supermarket
9. Studio apartment with mountain views in Portlaoise
By booking this apartment, guests can stay close to nature. The rental can offer lovely views of the mountains. You can enjoy exploring the nearby trails. During your stay, you can have access to the lovely garden, which can also offer scenic views. The spacious bedroom can comfortably sleep up to two guests, making it ideal for couples. There is a small kitchen that is equipped with an oven, a microwave, and cooking basics for easy meal preparation.
12.57 km (7.9 mi) from Abbeyleix Bog Project
10. Rose Cottage, Portlaoise
Guests who want to enjoy the Irish countryside can book this lovely cottage that is located in a peaceful area. The rental built in the late 1800s has been fully modernized and has one bedroom that is capable of accommodating up to two guests. There is a kitchen equipped with the necessary appliances to make cooking convenient. A TV is available, so you can watch an entertaining show while you relax on the cozy couch. If you are traveling with kids, you need not worry as the property comes with child-friendly amenities such as a crib and a high chair.
Portlaoise, County Laois, Ireland
10.96 km (6.9 mi) from Abbeyleix Bog ProjectTop guest reviews
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the garden is beautiful and you will have a comfortable and enjoyable stay at rose cottageCleanliness:
the bed was spotlessly clean with lovely fresh linenthe house itself was spotless and peggy was great to deal withdelighted cozy and warm if needed otherwise sparkling clean quick responses and very helpfulHost:
ann was a perfect hostwonderful host very helpful and accommodatingpeggy was a lovely host would recommendperfect hosts very welcoming accommodating and informative and then we were left in complete privacyvery quiet and relaxing fire was lighting when we arrived lovely touch and hosts were also lovelyRead more reviewsLocation:
close to pub and stove was a bonusarea is very beautiful and a great central location to tour other areas of irelandgood location for day trips to surrounding counties and sightswould recommend this quiet cosy location for anyone looking to unwind and relaxhowever clough is a peaceful quiet and charming little village
Enjoy a memorable vacation in Laois
Laois is a great place for families looking to enjoy a tranquil holiday. Book any of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Laois, Ireland, for a truly memorable experience.
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