Great location for visiting Glendalough!

Stayed in August 2025

The location was absolutely incredible. The views and setting were so tranquil and beautiful. Access to the property and our room was so simple and straightforward. Recommendations from the owners for breakfast and dinner in a nearby restaurant really appreciated and was a bonus. We will definitely be back, only this time for longer than 1 night to truly appreciate the surroundings.

Stayed in August 2025

The place is spotless. The location perfect, so peaceful

Stayed in July 2025

The location of the house is excellent — very quiet, clean, and well-maintained. It’s a peaceful place to stay, and everything was neat and tidy. I had a very comfortable experience and would definitely recommend it to others

Stayed in June 2025

hotel is hard to find, they didn't warn us that the shop and cafe are closed at 9pm. There is no air conditioning, drinking water, place to wash dishes, iron. Flies and spiders flew in and bit us all night. There were also a lot of insects on the terrace and our romance was ruined. This is for older people.

beautiful place

Stayed in July 2025

Location 15 minutes walk along Kevin’s way to main Glendalough site. Lovely setting. Owners lovely & helpful. Nice room to do own breakfast, frig provided. Bit of a soft narrow bed for us but otherwise all excellent. Highly recommend

Stayed in July 2025

All good!

The location was perfect as a base for hiking and meeting up with family. The room was nice and spacious with comfortable beds. Bathroom was convenient and nice to be able to use fridge in common room.

Stayed in June 2025

All was great. I did make sure to pick up any food/snack supplies from Centa on R755 (15 min from property) on the way in. But close enough to make a trip as needed.

If you want peace and quiet or are looking to hike the area, this is the place. Liam and Zell were very accommodating and pleasant. My room had plenty of space and it was very comfortable. I was grateful they had an area where I could put together a convenient meal. I was able to put some things in the community fridge, use the microwave, etc., which was very helpful. The location was easy to find, and I thoroughly enjoyed walking the path located across the river to town. I was there 2 days, and my plan was to rest... this was the place for me.

Stayed in June 2025

Wonderful place, exceptionally helpful hosts. Very good plae for a short stay. We have been there twice and will definitely come back.

Stayed in June 2025

Riversdale house is a beautiful and welcoming space in an amazing location. If I had more time, I would have been happy to spend more time there. There are so many fabulous hikes nearby.

Stayed in June 2025

Very nice Property with great views. Very peaceful. Our room was very clean and big.

Stayed in May 2025

We loved being able to provide our own breakfast and eat there in the evenings if we wanted to. It provided for good flexibility

Stayed in May 2025

nothing, all great.

Fantastic location, quiet, serene, perfect spot if you'd like to rest and/or go hiking. Really comfortable beds and bed linens.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing to complain!

Amazing location by the forest and river. The owners have prepared stepping stones to the other side of the river so we could just take a stroll to Glendalough, reaching there in just 15 minutes by foot. From there you can visit the oldest church village of Ireland, then go on hiking trail towards Lower Lake and Upper Lake. Also great for stargazing on clear night. The owner was very kind and friendly, making sure the fireplace was on while we were having dinner and chilling in the common space playing piano. The equipment of eating space was sufficient with microwave and toaster, they even had an air fryer (which we didn't try out). Just be aware that there is no cooking stove or oven (as stated in description). The bedroom was simple but cosy. Easy check-in with lockbox. I would love to come back here again!

Stayed in March 2025

in the middle of nowhere, bird song everywhere: a great place to relax and enjoy calm. we had lovely weather and thoroughly enjoyed the morning hike to laragh for breakfast at the heather hotel. there's a way to get there without having to walk on the side of roads, just hiking trails. lovely!!

Stayed in April 2025

Squeaky stairs 🤭 and trying not to make noise on them lol

Excellent location so relaxing

Stayed in April 2025

The over presence and supervision of the owners in the common space of the house, giving some impression of lack of intimacy (like living with the owners in their house rather than a private lodge).

The house is cozy and clean. The owners adapt pretty well the house and they share with the guests there own space. We'd had an stunning view of the Glendalough Mountain and we spend a great time in the common area playing some board games and playing the piano. We'll be coming back, absolutely!

Stayed in April 2025

Beautiful house in a national park, you can start the trails directly from there. Cozy common room with fire place and very helpful hosts. Chocolate egg for easter that we found in our room was a cute surprise. We would definitely come back!

Stayed in April 2025

Early departure at 10.30

Perfect location. Very clean. The room is spacious. Everything you need is available. Cozy living room with a good view. Nature, silence and relaxation!

Stayed in April 2025

Beautiful views. Lovely comfortable clean room. Lovely hot shower friendly host. Wish we stayed more nights

Stayed in April 2025

Loved everything about it

Stayed in April 2025

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Beautiful home in a picturesque setting! The home, including our room, was very clean and well kept. There was a lovely river in front of the home, which had rocks to use to cross the water and get to a trail that leads to the town. We enjoyed a very peaceful walk to town where we dined for lunch. Then we continued to walk around, including a wooden trail that lead to Glendalough Upper Lake. Many people were out enjoying the beautiful sunny day we had. We roamed the grounds for a little bit before we finally made our way back to the cottage. While at the home, we were able to enjoy a lovely fire the hosts made in the common area. If you are looking for true relaxation and tranquility, this is the place!

Stayed in March 2025

This was a lovely stay very near to glendalough, also you can walk a lovely 15 mins path to glendalough.. Very reasonably priced and a lovely restaurant just 5 mins away, there is facilities to have your own meals which is very handy

Stayed in March 2025

Location and ammenities were amazing! The view was breathtaking

Stayed in October 2024