About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Thistledown Lodge in New Ross offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, mini-bar, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a recently renovated garden, fitness room, and outdoor seating area. Additional facilities include bicycle parking, picnic area, and free on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A buffet breakfast is served with local specialties, warm dishes, fresh pastries, fruits, and juice. Options include full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free. Prime Location: Located 1.6 mi from Sandeel Beach and 5 mi from Hook Lighthouse, the property is near attractions such as Dunbrody Famine Ship and Irish National Heritage Park.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jason
    United States United States
    Would love to have stayed here longer. Room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. Host was super friendly and the breakfast was delicious. Great central location to stay while seeing all the sights and beaches near Hook Peninsula.
  • Spring
    United States United States
    THE OWNERS! Enda was simply wonderful, efficient, helpful, and over-the-top kind in helping us. There was not one thing missing or wanting from that establishment. French press in your room! A lover's paradise! Loved the location, near beautiful...
  • Colin
    United States United States
    Very clean and the owners were very helpful and courteous
  • Charné
    Ireland Ireland
    Quite and peaceful. The interior decor was exquisite. Such a warm and comfortable guest house.
  • Njl
    United States United States
    Lovely stay, close to all our places we wanted to visit. Breakfast was excellent. Very clean, bright and the bed was very comfortable.
  • C
    United States United States
    A really well-designed b&b experience. Facility was beautifully appointed and arranged. Excellent breakfast. Lovely hosts.
  • Specialjlm
    United States United States
    Enda, Martin and Noodle are absolutely amazing, the perfect hosts!! Breakfast was delicious as usual and the new mattresses are so comfy!! I can't wait to come back and visit.
  • William
    United States United States
    Extremely nice rooms, wonderful and eclectic decor, a quiet location but close to many sights, and very friendly hosts
  • Jesse
    United States United States
    The staff was friendly. They made some awesome meals plus different types to choice from.
  • Jeff
    United States United States
    We felt super welcomed by our hosts, Enda and Martin, and from the moment we walked into the front door, I knew it would be a fantastic stay. From the abundance of natural light, to minimalist decor and all the extras you could ask for. It's as...

Hosted by Martin & Enda

9.9
Host Review Score
Martin & Enda
Thistledown Lodge is an Irish boutique B&B and Fitness Retreat in the heart of the Hook Peninsula, South Wexford. Our guests enjoy the restful nature of our generous accommodation and convenient location to a host of stunning beaches, historical sights and outdoor activities. We were very grateful to be included in the Irish Independent Fab 50 best places to stay list in 2022. We have two suites available with all the amenities you would expect from a luxury hotel. Our Baginbun suite has a king sized double bed with premium mattress and bed linen and features a freestanding bath in the 28sq meter room, as well aa a private ensuite with monsoon shower and all the expected amenities. Our Carnivan Suite can accommodate 3 adults or a family of 4 with a king sized double bed and twin single beds in a 28sq meter room, also with private ensuite. Our bespoke private garden gym hosts a number of group classes such a HIIT, Circuit Training, Boxercise & Pilates. All done by in-house certified Fitness Instructor. Guests can book personal training or private classes to enhance their stay. All classes and personal training can be booked as part of your stay or independently directly on our website thistledownlodge.
Thistledown Lodge is a gorgeous boutique B&B on Wexford’s Hook Peninsula where you can combine a chilled getaway with bespoke fitness retreat. That’s all thanks to its innovative owners, Enda MacMullan, a designer responsible for the property’s soothing interiors, and Martin Matousek, a personal trainer. The property features its own garden gym where guests can book one of Martin’s HIIT, circuit training, boxercise or pilates classes .
Discover the natural beauty and tranquillity of the unspoiled Hook Peninsula on Ireland’s Ancient East Coast of Wexford. Stretching out from the scenic Southeast corner of Ireland, neighbouring Waterford & Kilkenny, the Hook Peninsula is famous for its breath-taking vistas, magnificent natural landscapes, national heritage sites, beautiful gardens, countless sandy beaches and calm seas – this is the untouched ancient Ireland you’ve been longing to visit. Try your hand at some adventure with kite surfing, kayaking, coast steering and surfing all on offer. Wind down from your adrenaline fuelled day with a stroll on a beautiful woodland walking trail or relax on one of our stunning beaches. When you have worked up an appetite, sample one of the many seafood pubs and restaurants. From Michelin dining to award winning bistros, there is something for all tastes and pockets. Notable attractions include, The world's oldest operational light House at Hook Head. Historical sites like Tintern Abbey, Dunbrody Abbey, Duncannon Fort and the Kennedy homestead all within a few minutes drive from Thistledown Lodge. You can find more local attractions and points of interest and places to eat and drink at the following Site; hookpeninsula.
Languages spoken: Czech,English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 7 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thistledown Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.