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Old World apartments in Historic Dublin, near Kilmainham Gaol.

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Exterior View of our Victorian property.
Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 560.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Inchicore, Dublin
  • Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Guinness Storehouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Trinity College
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Dublin (DUB)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Old World apartments in Historic Dublin, near Kilmainham Gaol.

Don't just visit Dublin, experience Dublin in any of our unique and original apartments.
Not affected by the short term rental regulations introduced in July 2019. We have a self check in keysafe system in place, affording our guests the freedom of a flexible self check in. Our units are all completely self contained with full kitchen and laundry facilities in each unit. Our apartments are completely sanitised between guests with all door handles, rails etc. regularly disinfected.
We have 3 apartments, 1 studio and 1 cottage on our site. We have named our apartments after Irish nationalist leaders to reflect our location in the historic Kilmainham/Inchicore area.
We have named our apartments after Irish nationalist leaders to reflect our location in the historic Kilmainham/Inchicore area. The Pádraig Pearse apartment is situated on the first floor and can comfortably sleep 5. Pádraig Pearse's father crafted the altar in the adjoining St. Mary's Church.
Conveniently situated close to 'The Dubline' Dublin Discovery Trail, featuring Kilmainham Gaol and Courthouse and The Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Ireland's oldest public building dating back to 1684. We are just a short walk to the War Memorial Gardens. Our apartments have been restored with great care and attention to detail, retaining the original Victorian features providing classic, comfortable and select accommodation in Dublin. Our apartments are upmarket with attention to detail and our guest comfort our priority. Easy access to all the top restaurants, pubs, museums and attractions that Dublin has to offer. For those who prefer a quicker route than the Dubline trail, the bus stop is almost outside the door with route 13 serving Guinness Storehouse, Christchurch Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, Trinity College and O'Connell St.
A 5 minute walk to the Luas red line,travelling via The Museum at Collins Barracks, The Jameson Distillery, Jervis St., Dublin Convention Centre and the O2. All apartments are located in the one Victorian period property, and situated on a tree lined road adjacent to the magnificent St. Mary's Oblate Church. There are some excellent local pubs and restaurants all within a 5 minute walk with music in the Black Lion pub on weekend nights.
Complimentary cell phone available for guests by prior arrangement.
Free Wifi and Free Parking.

All conveniences are provided including linen and towels freshly laundered for your use. The 'Pádraig Pearse' apartment has one large bedroom with a double bed and twin bed. We have a leather pull out double sofa bed in the living room of both apartments providing extra sleeping accommodation.

All apartments have a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. The apartments have extra large bathrooms with power showers and bidets for your extra comfort.
They all have a kitchen equipped with fridge microwave, dishwasher, toaster, coffee machine and kettle, so that anyone considering an extended stay can enjoy all the comforts of home. We have laundry equipment in all apartments with the exception of the 'Parnell' studio. A cot can be provided upon request. For anyone considering exploring Ireland further there is a car hire company close by and Heuston Station is approx 15-20 minute walk.
Dublin is renowned for it's famous Temple bar area for entertainment which is a bus ride away. For art lovers the Irish Museum of Modern Art is 15 minute walk as is Kilmainham Gaol & Museum. The hop on hop off bus tours are accessible at Kilmainham Gaol.
Tesco and Eurospar supermarkets are a 2 minute walk as are pharmacies, banks, hair & beauty salons, pubs, restaurants and butcher shop.

Excellent transport links.
On Luas red line, which travels via Heuston Station, The Museum (Collins Barracks), Jameson Distillery, O'Connell St., Connolly Station,The 02, Dublin's big wheel and weekly market.
Luas stop a 5 minute walk.

Serviced by bus routes 13 and 40 which travel via Guinness Brewery,(5 mins), Christchurch Cathedral,(10 mins) St. Patrick's Cathedral, (10 mins)Dublin Castle, (12 mins) Dame St., Temple Bar and Grafton St. (15 mins), O'Connell St, Griffith Ave (DCU), Finglas and Ballymun. Also serviced by bus route 69 (Heuston Station).

From Dublin airport, take Dublincoach to the Red Cow Luas stop via the m50 and transfer to the Luas. journey time 30 minutes.
Alternatively, take the Airlink to Heuston Station and transfer to the Luas.
If renting a car, reach us via the M50 and M4.

Travelling from the South of Ireland, we are on the N7 route to the city centre.

Travelling from the West or North of Ireland, we are 5 minutes from the N4.
We are happy to arrange collection at the airport and have a driver onsite to look after our guests who may wish to avail of this service.

Early check in will be facilitated, if the apartment is unoccupied the night before your arrival.


Please enquire for availability.

Assuring you of our personal attention to help make your visit to Dublin an unforgettable experience.

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Property manager

Grainne.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dublin

Dublin 8, a neighbourhood in Dublin, is home to this apartment. St. Patrick's Cathedral and Dublin Castle are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit O'Connell Street and Grafton Street. Check out an event or a game at Aviva Stadium, and consider making time for Dublin Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Inchicore, Dublin

What's nearby

  • Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Phoenix Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Guinness Storehouse - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Trinity College - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • St. Stephen's Green - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Dublin Parkwest and Cherry Orchard Station - 6 min drive
  • Blackhorse Station - 8 min walk
  • Dublin Airport (DUB) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Natural Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Four Star Pizza Kilmainham - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cleary's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Black Lion Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boom Coffee - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old World apartments in Historic Dublin, near Kilmainham Gaol. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old World apartments in Historic Dublin, near Kilmainham Gaol.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old World apartments in Historic Dublin, near Kilmainham Gaol.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Old World apartments in Historic Dublin, near Kilmainham Gaol. located?

Located in Dublin 8, this apartment building is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kilmainham Gaol Historical Museum and within 3 miles (5 km) of Guinness Storehouse and St. Stephen's Green. Dublin Castle is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away. Blackhorse Station is 8 minutes by foot and Drimnagh Station is 12 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 97 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anna Maria V., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We found the place to be in a good location, handy to bus, tram, supermarkets etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stärken und Schwächen

Die Lage ist wirklich gut, das Zentrum ist schnell mit der Bahn oder dem Bus zu erreichen. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sowie Essgelegenheiten (Pizzeria, Cafés etc.) sind nah bei. Die Wohnung (Michael Collins) ist sehr, sehr hellhörig.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Fatma K.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not the right place for us....

Our stay at this VRBO was very disappointing due to several issues that impacted our experience. The unit wasn’t clean, with black mould in the shower, dirty dishes, and rusted cutlery. We also faced multiple maintenance issues: the shower drain didn’t work and backed up, and the dishwasher leaked across the kitchen floor. Noise was a constant issue. The walls were so thin that we could hear conversations from neighbours, hallway noise, and other units. The photos of the unit were outdated; we noticed peeling paint, wall damage, and a hole in the wood floor, which we only saw because a side table wasn’t level. There was also a shortage of hot water—we had to stagger showers, as the hot water ran out midway through the second shower each morning. It’s unclear how this unit is advertised for five people when only two can shower consecutively. The layout was awkward, too. With four people (three in the bedroom and one on the living room pullout), the only bathroom being accessible through the bedroom made it difficult for anyone in the living room to use it at night without waking others. The on-site caretaker was rude, and entered the unit without permission, which felt invasive. Though the host and caretaker addressed some issues, we began looking for alternative accommodations as we were so disappointed. I would not recommend this place (I could say more but I'm at my character limit) and I'm surprised it has so many positive reviews given how terrible it was.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd Stay in 3 years

This apartment is close to our son and his family. We enjoy having his kids spend time with us while we visit from the states.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Visit to Dublin

It was our first time in Dublin and we knew we did not want to stay in a hotel. We wanted to get the “local” feel. The property was perfect for what we needed. It was clean and the neighborhood was charming! We took taxis to and from the apartment, went to The Black Lion and bought our groceries from the Tesco Express.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and Convenient!

Stayed here prior to our tour. Enjoyed the area. Host was very responsive to a question we had about the back door. We enjoyed the local pub while we are there!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kae D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ireland neighborhood

My daughter and I spent a week touring in and around Dublin. This was close to public transportation both the tram and buses. We did feel cold in the flat most of the time we were there. Nice bathroom. Not much in the way of amenities. Kitchen appliances were sufficient and some groceries in the cupboard.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aurore L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bon rapport qualité prix

logement propre facile d accès Très bon rapport qualité prix
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

A perfect spot in a great location. Well equipped kitchen. Beds were very comfy. Felt at home right away
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleasant stay in Inchicore

The location wasn’t too far away from the rail/other main locations when we needed to drive. It was a good time 10/10 would recommend. Grainne was very quick to respond if I had questions
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy in-and-out!

This property has everything three people need for a nice stay. It's also on a main bus route to city centre-- and a 5 minute walk in the other direction puts one on the Luas as another transportation option. The Black Lion down the street is a great place to eat a meal or just hang out. A Tesco Express is close by and just a bit farther is slightly larger Eurospar. Lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abigail M., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute and spacious apartment, just a bus ride away from the center of Dublin!

The hosts were very responsive, greatly appreciate that! The apartment was clean and spacious, although we were in the bottom floor and could hear the footsteps of the apartment above quite loudly. It shouldn't be a problem as long as the visitors above aren't up late! The location was pretty good -- It was a 15 minute bus ride to the center of Dublin or about a €15 taxi ride. There are also local grocery stores and restaurants walking distance to the apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert J., Satellite Beach, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was the mist “ Home like)

Very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Real Dublin Neighborhood

It's next door to a church and school, half a block from a grocery store and bus stop, 2 blocks from the tram. It's a real neighborhood where people live, not full of short term rentals and tourists. We liked it a lot. DEFINITELY take them up on the offer to reserve a driver from the airport. Rory is the driver, and he already knew how to get the key and where our apartment was, which was extremely helpful, so he didn't just leave before we got inside. I don't love standing in front of a building I don't know fumbling with the app on my phone and the lockbox and my luggage when I'm traveling with kids.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to pizza and beer. Very walkable area.

Easy checking in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa J.

Great!

Wonderful location and great communication with hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Kathy H.

Out of the way...confusing...

Everyone travels overnight to get to their destinations, wanting a hot shower and a comfortable room. We arrived to a cold room and no hot water a double? bed and no help in fixing for several hours. We were moved to smaller room that did have heat and water but one of us had to sleep on a couch because the bed was so small. Just figuring how to turn on the lights was time consuming. Our unit's amenities did not include a coffee machine, but we eventually learned how to use the coffee press, we had to go out and purchase shampoo and body soap. When someone was using hot water the "tank?" made loud noises in the living room which was annoying to the person relegated to the couch or just watching TV. Grainne and her husband were accessible and eventually sent people to help. The neighborhood was friendly but we were really isolated as to getting around. The hop on hop off was quite crowded, the taxis were a bit expensive. It was wonderful to be able to email and communicate with Grainne before arrival. We were picked up and dropped off at the airport by Rory who was quite helpful. We wish that we were met by someone who 'cared'. We were given early access but waited several uncomfortable hours to get warm and have a hot shower. The apartments were clean, the linens were old but clean. We would not return here, but stay in a more central location. We love the freedom of having a kitchen and sitting room but in this instance we would have chosen a hotel in a central location with hot water and bigger beds. Grannie was very nice in refunding one nights rent as we made a mistake and included in the total the night we were in flight. We did get our deposit returned after a week. Wish someone would have given us this information, hope it helps someone else.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

Fantastic 2-week stay in this apartment

Fantastic 2-week stay in this apartment in Inchicore, providing a village experience within the larger Dublin area. What made this an excellent housing choice was the ability to leisurely explore what Dublin has to offer, its people and places. A hotel room would never serve this purpose for us. We made extensive use of the bus and tram system almost at our doorstep to get into the center of Dublin. We also enjoyed walking the local areas, including the gardens and Museum of Modern Art at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, the Kilmainham Gaol, and the War Memorial gardens. The apartment (one of four) was well decorated, very clean, and maintained. We enjoyed regular contact with Valerie, the local manager, who provided helpful information about the area and looked after any of our needs. She is a great example of the Irish hospitality that we found throughout our 3-week holiday in Ireland. We cooked in often and also enjoyed the excellent local Italian restaurant (Enoteca Torino) and a place for a quick lunch across the street from the Kilmainham Gaol (Lime Tree). Great places for dinner in Dublin included Chapter One (an excellent pre-theater splurge) and L Mulligan Grocer, a pub with great food. We have used HomeAway many times over the years to find the perfect living arrangement for us and have always been delighted with our choice.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

comfy and pleasant place to stay in Dublin

The flat has pretty much everything one needs for a comfy stay. It is very conveniently located with bus stops and grocery store nearby. It seems to be efficiently managed without the fussiness. There is a kindergarten or daycare next door. If you head out early for your days of exploring before the kids get there, you'd not know it is there; it's nothing that a set of double pane windows can't fix. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Richard C.

Very nice place, just needs a little upgrading. Location good for transportation. Floors very loud.

This place has above average potential if it had a few upgrades. First and most try to rent the up stairs flat. From the ground floor you can hear every step by the above guest. I'm sure this is due to the old building, The place is abit smaller than it appears in the foto butIt has had a very nice upgrade to the bath, however the shower is missing caulking and some mold was present. No real problems! The location is perfect for catching the local transportation with local eateries & food stores nearby. Our on site host (Valerie) was fantastic who knew the area very well and led us in the right direction every time. She checked on us every day to see if we needed anything. The place was very quiet with little traffic. The bed could be improved abit due to its single mattrice but we did sleep pretty well due to the fact we we're extremely tired after a full day of activitys. I would give this place a diamond in the rough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

habiba R.

satisfaisant

Nous avons fait un bon choix concernant la localisation de l'appartement, une literie correcte, une ambiance chaleureuse mais il manquait de quoi faire un repas pour 4 personnes (manque de marmite, saladier) de plus les plaques sont très anciennes donc difficulté à cuisiner. Le chauffage n'est pas au top il a fallu à plusieurs reprises le booster, de plus la machine à laver le linge en panne (nous avions prévu une lessive car nos enfants réintégraient leur internat scolaire). Sinon calme, agréable.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Great apartment; great hosts!

The apartment was clean and ready for us early; Grainne was most accommodating! She went out of her way to be sure we had everything we needed, and helped us with great suggestions and directions. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi F.

Charming Apartment and Great Location for Exploring Dublin

My husband and I spent 4 days in Dublin to celebrate our wedding anniversary and always prefer to stay in a "home" rather than the standard hotel. The apartment here was perfect and as advertised---- clean, charming, comfortable and easy to get around via the Luas tram and bus. The Inchicore area itself was nice and we loved being next to the church and just a few minutes from the food market, The Black Lion pub and an excellent Italian restaurant. We also were within walking distance of the Kilmainham Gaol and the Guinness Storehouse. The owners made arrangements to have us picked up at the airport and Rory was waiting for us upon our 5:30 am arrival. After flying all night, it was nice to be greeted by such a friendly person who made us feel instantly comfortable. Valerie (the apartment manager) also met us and gave us some helpful tips and other highlights to explore in the city. The apartment was equipped with free Wi-Fi which made it easy for us to make arrangements, check e-mail, etc. All in all, it was a lovely stay and we would highly recommend it. The only minor complaint was the bed was a little hard for our taste. That said, we slept well each night after full days of exploring! Thanks again for making this a wonderful trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Julie H., Redland

Perfect family holiday home

Excellent communication with Tim and Grannie before we arrived with detailed and clear instructions. Upon arrival we were pleased with all facets of the home. It had everything we needed for our family and was central to shops and transport. The best part was Valerie and her friendly and informative tips for exploring the wonderful city of Dublin. Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016

About the host

Hosted by Grainne.

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I'm Gráinne, originally from Co. Kildare and raised in a small family run hotel. I am married to Tim who is now retired from An Garda Siochána (Irish Police).

Tim and I purchased this property in 1986 and lived here for a number of years until our family grew and we needed to relocate.

We loved living in this area and have many happy memories of our first home here.

I have consistently worked in the hospitality industry and always wanted to provide holiday accommodation here as I felt this to be an ideal location. I have been lucky enough to have realized my dream.

I pay particular attention to detail and set the highest of standards in cleanliness and customer care.

Our aim is to ensure that you really feel at home and comfortable in our apartment and we will endeavor to assist you in any way with any aspect of your vacation, so that you get the most out of your trip to Dublin.

We are at the end of the phone 24 hours a day if you need any assistance.

Assuring you of our best attention.

Why they chose this property

We chose this location because of close proximity to downtown Dublin.

We loved the period red brick property with large rooms.
Fantastic large enclosed rear which is very private and unusual for a city centre property.

Easy access to any part of the countryside and still only 10 minutes from downtown.

Nice residential old part of Dublin with true Dublin characters in abundance.

Settled community with lots of nice neighbors whom you can be sure will speak to you if you bump into them.

All facilities such as banks, pharmacies, supermarkets, butchers, gas station, restaurants, pubs, hair and beauty salons, dry cleaners, etc on the street.

Super public transport with the Luas and Dublin bus.

What makes this property unique

The most unique benefit is the location.

Only 10 minutes from downtown Dublin with that real at home feeling when you arrive back after your day out.

The house was built in the 1800's and has a lovely spacious and tranquil feeling to it.

I love the large rooms and high ceilings with the original coving and open fire which is really cozy on a Winter's evening.

In the Summer time, we enjoyed many barbeques out back, and found it peaceful and quiet.

One huge benefit and highly unusual in a city apartment is the amount of both indoor and outdoor space.