Thistledown Lodge

Thistledown Lodge, Graigue little, Fethard on Sea, Fethard on Sea, Ireland – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>83</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
83 reviews

Extremely nice rooms, wonderful and eclectic decor, a quiet location but close to many sights, and very friendly hosts

William United States of America
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Thistledown Lodge

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A recently renovated bed and breakfast, Thistledown Lodge offers accommodation in Fethard on Sea. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. The bed and breakfast provides garden views and a picnic area. At the bed and breakfast, units include a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and slippers. There's also a fridge, minibar, and a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and fresh pastries are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. Yoga classes and fitness classes are arranged at the fitness room in house. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Templetown Bay Beach is 1.4 miles from Thistledown Lodge, while Sandeel Beach is 1.6 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Waterford Airport, 17 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • William
    United States of America United States of America
    “Extremely nice rooms, wonderful and eclectic decor, a quiet location but close to many sights, and very friendly hosts”
  • Jesse
    United States of America United States of America
    “The staff was friendly. They made some awesome meals plus different types to choice from.”
  • Jeff
    United States of America United States of America
    “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

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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

Area info

Amenities of Thistledown Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Fast free Wifi 116 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Safe
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Laptop safe
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Spa
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness classes
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    Languages Spoken
    • Czech
    • English

    House rules

    Thistledown Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 7 are welcome.

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

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    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

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Discover JCB American Express Cash Thistledown Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    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.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    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.

    FAQs about Thistledown Lodge

    • Check-in at Thistledown Lodge is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Thistledown Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • Room options at Thistledown Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • Thistledown Lodge is 1.9 miles from the center of Fethard on Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Thistledown Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Thistledown Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Personal trainer
      • Fitness classes
      • Fitness
      • Beach
      • Yoga classes