Ireland is often seen as a magical land rich with folklore and wondrous experiences. Gaze at amazing island castles such as Clough Oughter Castle in Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark. Additionally, the looming trees of Dun na Rí Forest Park inspire you to imagine that you are in the home of the Fair Folk of the famous folklores as you make your way through the woods. Even scenic coastal towns such as Donegal and Kinsale have an extraordinary atmosphere brought about by their majestic geography and the fascinating Gaelic spoken by the locals. If you want to indulge more in the myths of this land, visit Hill of Tara, an ancient site for elaborate ceremonies.
If you’d like to see more of this country’s mystical beauty, especially its enchanting coasts, you can’t go wrong with booking an Airbnb. Read on to see the best beachfront Airbnbs in Ireland.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Ambassador's Beach Cottage; County Galway (from USD 175)
Ambassador’s Beach Cottage sits along the rocky coast of West Ireland, treating you to beautiful cerulean waters and remarkable sunsets. The cottage is a charming home with many classic features including stonework walls and fences. Moreover, the two bedrooms each have a double-size bed and quaint windows showing off the gorgeous garden. The house also has heating including a wood-fired stove for warding off the cold.
The backyard has an expansive garden with a patio where you can gaze longingly at the sea or watch the neighboring cows mill about on the pasture.
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beautiful comfortable cottage backing into rugged shorelinethe space itself was quite comfortable and absolutely charming10/10 everything we wished for in an irish cottage the cottage was clean very comfortable and homeyCleanliness:
everything is in a clean well-maintained conditionclean and quaint accommodation and a great central location to many other local attractionsHost:
owners are friendly and helpfulthe hosts are very friendly and unobtrusivemarion & noel a great hostthe hosts are very friendly and helpfulwonderful welcome from gracious hosts highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fantastica wonderful location to get away from it allthe house has a super locationthe location is very good to visit connemara galway and clare (cliffs of moher the burren)its location is wonderful for escaping the stress of city living with fantastic views of the sea
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2. Nissen Hut; Waterford (from USD 241)
Nissen Hut makes for a fantastic romantic holiday home for two where you can sit or dine on the patio and enjoy the sound of waves crashing upon the rocks. Despite the location, you’ll find the home has everything you need including a fully equipped kitchen and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Additionally, the bedroom has a large window which brings in lots of natural light and provides a fantastic view at the same time. The property is also a great location for stargazing and has a cove nearby that you can explore.
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the indoor space is really comfortable and has everything you needthe bed is also really comfy and the shower with a view is brilliantwe really enjoyed the cliff walks in the morning and the sea swims in the eveningthe bed was super comfygreat faculties with everything you need and a cozy spot with a fireplace for couplesCleanliness:
the place is spotless and very comfortable with plenty of very cool decor piecesHost:
and a great hostwonderful host and the most beautiful spotevelyn was a wonderful host and gave me excellent advice and tipsowner couldn’t have been more helpfulevelyn is a great host she contacted us during our stay to make sure everything was okRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is fabulousit's the perfect location- only feet away from the beachamazing location beautiful decor very comfortable breathtaking scenerystunning “hut” amazing locationreally nice house location and host
3. House near marina; Kilmore Quay (from USD 139)
This lovely little home sits on the beach of Kilmore Quay, a peaceful coastal village in South East Ireland. Though it’s a quaint beach house for just two, the property has a posh feel because of the charming decors and furnishings. Guests can also watch boats glide in and out of the marina while enjoying their afternoon tea on the balcony.
Furthermore, the modern kitchen is spacious and equipped for cooking the local seafood available in the village market or that you catch on your own.
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stunning views and beautiful apartmentcomfortable bed and washer/dryerthe boat house is comfortable with all amenitiesand the heating worked great to make our stay cozybedroom and bathroom are upstairs and are very quiet so great night sleepCleanliness:
place was super clean when we arrived and communication was greatapartment was spotless so hopefully we will come back againthe house was spotless and is homely and comfortable great accommodation over allthe apartment is wonderful spacious but cozy really clean and so very comfortablethe apartment was clean and very well equipped everything that you need and moreHost:
trish was a wonderful hostthere’s a reason your a super host 10/10the house keeper margaret was so friendly and helpfultrish was an excellent host attentive and prompt in our interactionsso very nice and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectbeautiful apartment in beautiful locationexcellent location and unique property right on the beachwonderful location especially for year round swimmersgreat location - right on the beach
4. Gorgeous bungalow overlooking Inch Beach; Inch (from USD 218)
This splendid property sits on a small slope overlooking Inch Beach. The walls of the home are fitted with tall glass panels, giving guests a panoramic view of the shoreline and natural light. The home has a cozy modern-rustic design that evokes an idyllic ambiance. Furthermore, there are several comfy pastel-colored bedrooms that can sleep a medium-sized family. Spend the day here admiring the scenery while sipping on some coffee in the open yard. You can even hold a barbecue cookout in the yard.
You can also spend the day indoors streaming shows on the TV, or sitting by the fireplace while reading a book.
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the house was adorable and cozy plus the view was absolutely incrediblethis place is simply magical the views are amazing and the house is so lovely and comfortablethe cottage is spacious yet cozy truly a perfect irish beach getawayfoleys bar was fun with great music and the breakfast at sammy’s was amazing as wellwish we would have brought food to make breakfast and lunchCleanliness:
the house was spotlessly clean incredibly comfortable and welcomingthe cottage was clean and had plenty of personal touches that made it really stand outthe beds were very comfortable and everything was spot on cleanthe home was spacious very clean and very comfortably furnishedthe house was clean and ready with everything we needed for a great stayHost:
the hosts were wonderfulour only regret is that we couldn’t stay indefinitely i highly recommend this lovely home and hostssuper helpful and responsive hostsevery where we went ppl were friendly helpfulcecilia and pat were attentive hosts and made our stay comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with bars and restaurants very closepictures don’t come close to doing it justicevery well appointed cozy but spacious and close to good foodbe sure to confirm actual gps location with hostit was also a great value and in a fantastic location
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5. Dolphin Beach Lodge; Clifden (from USD 352)
Dolphin Beach Lodge is a secluded property sitting on the side of a hill near the shores of Clifden. This bright and luxurious lodge offers panoramic views of the cliff and shore through its tall glass panels. The bedrooms even feature sliding glass doors so you walk right out to the beach whenever you want. Despite the location, the home has Wi-Fi so you can do some work or upload your vacation highlights on social media.
Moreover, the modern kitchen is fully equipped, so you can prepare even the most complex meals. There’s also a firepit outside for enjoying your meal alfresco or roasting s'mores.
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our intermittent phone service and wifi was not a problem for uswe loved walking on the beach exploring the tide pools and even swimming in the seathe sitting room and dining room were perfect to seat our group of fivethere is privacy beautiful views from all rooms and close proximity to connemara parks towns etcvery private and our kids loved exploring the beach and small tide poolsCleanliness:
everything was clean and comfortablecommunication with clodagh was great and the house was exceptionally cleanbeautiful house very clean and incredibly spaciousspotless warm and so well equippedalso super clean and well designed for rentalHost:
host very available and friendlyshe is a great communicator and excellent hostimpeccable hosts and will definitely returnsuch a lovely stay and super hospitality from the hostsclodaugh and fearghus are terrific hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
the most amazing location everperfect location to explore the connemara regionvery good location for discovering the areaa beautiful house in a stunning locationloved our family stay at this incredible location
6. Achill Atlantic House; Achill Island (from USD 169)
Don’t let the size of this bungalow fool you because you’ll be able to fit a large family easily in this property. Enjoy the cozy and idyllic ambiance of Achill Island with your loved ones as you all marvel at the quiet scenic beach. The living area follows an open-plan setup and maximizes the space, so you can relax well in the spacious and airy plan. Additionally, big windows and lovely skylights flood the indoor spaces with warm and soothing natural light, so you can work and play comfortably.
The outdoor area is simple greenery, but you can effortlessly walk down to the private beach whenever you want.
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amazing view comfortable beds high quality kitchenwarevery generously proportioned house gorgeous fire stunning sea views out of the living room windowsthe house is comfortable the beach is wonderful and the view is amazingCleanliness:
the house was spotlessly clean and equipped with all the kitchen utensils etcfresh bright and clean and it was the perfect base for us to explore achill islandthe house was spotless and covid compliant had excellent cooking facilities if you want to cookHost:
kevin was a great hostkevin is a great hostand on top of that kevin is an excellent courteous and extremely helpful hostkevin and his family were wonderful hosts and we loved hearing the inside knowledge of the local areakevin was very helpful and had wonderful tips about the islandRead more reviewsLocation:
a wonderful house in an amazing locationan ideal place to get away from it allgreat location right on the beachgreat set up and location for familiesatlantic house achill was the perfect location for our family staycation this year
7. Fine apartment with ocean view; Ballinskelligs (from USD 144)
This lovely and homey apartment offers remarkable views of St. Finan’s Bay as well as the nearby Skellig Islands. Keen cinephiles would remember these islands from Harry Potter & The Half–Blood Prince and Star Wars: Episode VII and Episode VIII. When here, expect to encounter inquisitive puffins while you hike or hang out at the beach.
The apartment’s bedrooms are fitted with either a queen-size bed or a double bed. Additionally, Driftwood Restaurant is right next door if you’re looking for a scrumptious local meal. Beach Cove also has a charging station for electric vehicles, so you can juice up your car during your stay.
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it was glorious the cottage was very comfortablethis is a very comfortable apartment with a wonderful sea view from the upstairs loungethe place was very comfortable the beds were like cloudsvery comfortable kitchen was sufficient for the two of usthe house is so comfortable and had everything we neededCleanliness:
clean comfortable and cozyit is comfortable and clean and the beds were very comfortablethe apartment was quite lovely absolutely clean and cozily decoratedthe cottage has everything that we needed and was spotlessly cleanHost:
bridie is a wonderful hostthe host bridie was extremely helpful and friendlyvery friendly and accomodating hostbridie is a wonderful host and a wealth of information and advicebrodie was available for questions and quite the wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location and great unitbeautiful location and lovely accommodation right by the beachabsolutely spectacular location and comfortable spacious homegreat location with gentle walks all around the glen areathe location was perfect to explore the iveragh peninsula
8. Idyllic cottage on North Bull Island; County Dublin (from USD 219)
Though North Bull Island has since been declared a nature reserve, there remain a handful of properties on the island that continue to operate. This cottage is a part of those properties and is available for rent to vacationers looking for a home with fantastic views of Dublin. Due to being a nature reserve, don’t expect the beaches to be well-combed but instead to have an authentic and natural look.
Other than that, the cottage is snug and cozy and just has enough space for comfortably moving around in. The kitchenette has an eat-in area as well as a cooking area, although you can also take your dinner outside to the patio. For sleeping, one bedroom is equipped with a king-size bed, while the other has a pair of single beds perfect for a small family.
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the house has everything you could and lovely sea views from most of the roomsthe rooms were comfortable and both had gorgeous viewscomfortable clean warm and a lovely courtyard for outside sitting/diningcomfortable beds and quiet meant we slept later than usual; a good electric shower but it is smallCleanliness:
very comfy double bed; clean and fresh throughouthad everything you could possibly need very clean and very friendlygreat location and clean and comfortable accommodationHost:
she was very hospitable and kind and answered any questions we hadmiranda is a great hostthe host miranda was so welcoming and made us feel right at homegreat house and great hostmiranda was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great property and locationgreat stay and a great locationclose to dublin and fantastic cliff walks in howthgreat food in close walking distance - recommend kinara restaurant and happy outit is a in a great location and very close to the city centre
9. Family-friendly apartment in sunny rural neighborhood; Duncormick
If you don’t mind being away from the cities, you can check out this property located in a picturesque rural neighborhood. The nearest beach is just a quick two-minute jaunt down the road, and you have plenty of scenery to enjoy along the way. The apartment features delightful living spaces such as a sun porch and a well-tended front garden. Furthermore, of the two bedrooms, the first bedroom is equipped with a double-size bed, while the second bedroom has a bunk bed.
Duncormick, County Wexford, IrelandAccommodates: 4
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beautiful view from the apartmentapartment is perfect with beautiful sea viewsbrian's apartment is immaculate and brian and conny are so helpful and friendlyCleanliness:
quiet very cleanthe apartment itself is clean spacious and well decoratedthe apartment was very spacious and clean and had everything you could needapartment was perfect and very cleanthe apartments are clean and contain plenty of high quality utensils to cook and eat withHost:
host family very helpfulgreat appartement and lovely hoststhe hosts are very welcoming and friendly and ready to chatgreat location great hosts very welcoming and very helpful for any questions we hadwe had an entertaining evening together with our hosts and some other guests at the "atlantic bar"Read more reviewsLocation:
great location if you want somewhere quiet and close to the beachgreat place so close to the beachgreat location by the beachgreat location to explore the local beachesplently of beautiful open spaces close by for exploring and other amazing beachs within a short drive away
10. Charmingly quirky beach cottage; Inchydoney (from USD 169)
Consider this wonderful seaside cottage overlooking Inchydoney’s beach if you’re looking for a nice home away from home while visiting Ireland. The outdoor area has a cared-for garden with a graveled patio where you can enjoy watching nature and people interact.
Inside the house, you can sit back and relax in the living room while streaming shows on the 50-inch TV. Wi-Fi is also available so you can update your friends and fans on social media about how beautiful Ireland is. The house has three bedrooms, one of which is equipped with a stylish bunk bed even adults would like.
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a wonderful cottage cozy and warm with spectacular view of the oceanthe cottage is very nice and very well equipped especially the kitchenamazing location stunning views and very comfortable and relaxing stayfabulous views very comfortable great for family lovely hostsif you’re after a nice quiet relaxing break with great facilities and a superb view this is the placeCleanliness:
spotless well stocked warm and welcomingthe house is very clean with all essentials suppliedreally lovely quaint and spotlessly cleancosy comfortable and cleansamuel is a lovely host easy check in and a clean warm cottage with everything you needHost:
) host is very responsivehe was very responsive to questionshost was incredibly welcoming and accessiblesamuel is a great host and very helpfullovely house and you can feel the obvious care love and pride the hosts have in this rentalRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a beautiful locationexcellent locations close to the town and 2 minute walk to the beachgreat accommodation in a great locationbeautiful home so close to the seaa very comfortable house in a magnificent location
Experience Ireland's magical beauty
Find yourself bewitched by Ireland’s spectacular sights and unforgettable experiences wherever you may go on the island. If you’re planning to make your home by the sea like the mythical merrow and selkie, be sure to check back on this list of the best beachfront Airbnbs in Ireland.
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