Reviews of Thistledown Lodge
Thistledown Lodge, Graigue little, Fethard on Sea, Fethard on Sea, Ireland
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Reviewed: 21 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWell appointed cottage in the middle of the countryside with an outdoor gym / workout area Beautifully decorated and incredibly friendly
No faults found
Many thanks Jason for your review and kind words. We appreciate your feedback and hopefully to see you again in the future.
Reviewed: 23 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewWe had an absolutely wonderful stay at Thistledown Lodge – truly one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland. The B&B is beautifully kept, with exceptionally clean and comfortable rooms – the best we experienced during our stay in the country. The location is peaceful, yet conveniently close to lovely beaches and great restaurants. Breakfast was delicious, and the overall atmosphere made us feel right at home. Highly recommended!
Thank you Thorsten for your kind review. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we could add a great experience to your trip around Ireland.
Reviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe style and attention to detail is truly exceptional. Great location. Martin was an excellent host. Would recommend in a heart beat!
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Reviewed: 14 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFriendly reception and immaculate condition
Not a thing
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast and the decorations everywhere
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Reviewed: 24 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWe loved the property - it was chic and welcoming. Huge style and attention to detail. Fantastic welcome by Enda and Martin. Very comfortable and the chaps cook a great breakfast! Thank you both - our second visit and we will certainly return.
Nothing! Don’t change a THING!
Dear Nicholas, many thanks for your feedback and kind words. We really appreciate it and promise, we won't change a thing :)
Reviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewSuch a gorgeous place to stay in Wexford. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your review Julie and we are very happy you have enjoyed your stay with us.
Reviewed: 5 May 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewTHE 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 beaches and cliff walks. Clean as a whistle. Good solid breakfast! We will return, for certain!
NOTHING! 100% perfect!
Dear Spring, many thanks for your review and kind words. We are very happy you have enjoyed your stay and we are looking forward to your next visit. Enda
Reviewed: 14 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewExceptional place run by charming hosts. Comfortable, tastefully designed, superb attention to detail and great location.
Thank you so much for taking time to write a review Paul and we are very happy to hear that you found our place comfortable and you have enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Reviewed: 2 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful property, spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated. Martin and Enda were super friendly and lovely people, we got to meet Noodles the cat who was lovely too! Breakfast was delicious, super fresh and so much to choose from. This place is a gem and so close to all we wanted to visit.
Nothing it was perfect
Many thanks for your feedback Helen and we are delighted to hear you liked our decor, breakfast and the cat :) We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Reviewed: 29 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewAmazing in every way, really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone. Their attention to detail, the decor, their hospitality went beyond our expectations. The room was immaculate, the garden stunning, the food delicious, the location only a few minutes away from major landmarks. The perfect B&B.
Many thanks for your kind words and we are very happy you have enjoyed your stay with us. Hopefully to welcome you back to Thistledown Lodge soon.
Reviewed: 28 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewThe room was perfect, comfortable and stylish with a bath tub in the room which was a lovely touch. We received a lovely welcome from both Martin and Enda, and they gave us great places to visit in the local area! Breakfast both mornings were superb and I’d highly recommend staying here for any couple looking for a nice weekend get away!
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and we are very happy to know, you have enjoyed your weekend on the Hook Peninsula and our home cooked breakfast. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Reviewed: 5 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewAbsolutely spotless, beautiful decor and interiors and very comfortable.
Nothing! Everything was incredible
Thank you for your lovely feedback and we are delighted, you have enjoyed your stay with us!
Reviewed: 23 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewGenuinely nothing to dislike. If you like quality, tasteful design, fabulous personal service and a wonderful private breakfast, then this is for you.
Nothing at all, genuinely nothing.
Many thanks for your lovely review Ian. It was a pleasure to have you staying with us and we are very happy you all enjoyed it
Reviewed: 4 September 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewVery clean and the owners were very helpful and courteous
The cost was above my expectations
Reviewed: 23 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe room was exactly as advertised; spacious, clean, comfy bed, great views (lovely plants and a little field full of birds), fantastic shower and room was refreshed every two days.
The transport to the area requires some planning
Reviewed: 20 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewFresh, modern welcoming and comfortable
Reviewed: 6 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewWhere to begin… we loved everything about this place. The design and every little detail in the decor of the house, extra delicious breakfasts freshly prepared by the wonderful hosts, access to the outdoor gym and gym classes, access to Netflix account, calming view from the windows and so on and so forth. I really admire the presence of the small fridge in the apartment, some water, fresh milk and coffee, as well as access to the snacks. Our stay there was extra pleasant thanks to the lovely cat accompanying us in the garden. 100% recommend this place and we would really love to go back some day!
Dear Monika, thank you so much for your review and we are delighted to hear you have enjoyed your stay and our facilities. We would love to see you again and we will have even more facilities to enjoy next season.
Reviewed: 6 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewEverything! Tastefully designed, run by amazing and the most welcome hosts; comfortable bed, spacious room! All you need for the relaxing getaway is there! Plenty to do and to see in the area! Definitely will be back!
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Dear Evgeniya, we are delighted you have enjoyed your stay with your lovely mum. Many thanks for your kind words and we hope to see you again in the future.
Reviewed: 3 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewLovely personal attention from the owners - thankyou Anders and Martin for your trip tips and kindnesses. Beautifully decorated and v comfortable. Loved the breakfast.
Just a suggestion - perhaps include a sheet for sleeping on hot nights. Doona too warm. 😀
Hi Sally, Thank you for the kind review and invaluable feedback. We do have optional bedding available for all guests, upon request, but I will make a point of making this clearer in our guest information. We are really happy you enjoyed your stay. Kind regards, Enda
Hi Sally, Thank you for the kind review and invaluable feedback. We do have optional bedding available for all guests, upon request, but I will make a point of making this clearer in our guest information. We are really happy you enjoyed yo… Show more