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The Pump House - cosy farm cottage for two

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A window with a view of a gravel path, a small brick structure, and dense greenery.
A forested area with a path surrounded by dense foliage and wildflowers.
A loft bedroom with a wooden ladder leading to a bunk bed, a kitchen with teal cabinets, and a dining area with a red tablecloth.
A wooden bed with a white bedspread, two pillows, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A white building with a yellow door, a small garden, and a stone wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Yard
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Athy, Kildare
  • Place, Athy Heritage Centre-Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Kildare Shopping Village
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilkenny Castle
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Athy

Located in Athy, this cottage is in a rural area. Kilkea Castle and Stradbally Narrow Gauge Steam Train are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Carlow Farmer's Market and Fairgreen Shopping Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Ballintubbert Gardens and Stradbally Steam Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Map
Athy, Kildare

What's nearby

  • Athy Heritage Centre-Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kildare Shopping Village - 25 min drive - 29.9 km
  • St. Brigid's Cathedral - 26 min drive - 31.2 km
  • K Club - 49 min drive - 73.2 km
  • Kilkenny Castle - 60 min drive - 86.6 km

Getting around

  • Athy Station - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant 1180 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Insomnia - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪J-One Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hermione’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪New Moon Tandoori - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pump House - cosy farm cottage for two pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Pump House - cosy farm cottage for two?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Pump House - cosy farm cottage for two?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pump House - cosy farm cottage for two?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pump House - cosy farm cottage for two located?

This family-friendly Athy cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and Athy Par 3 Golf Course. Ballintubbert Gardens and Stradbally Steam Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km). Athy Station is 21 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot with a super-friendly and helpful couple. The place itself was enjoyable and clean, the bathtub was huge, and the loft was surprisingly nice for a good day-long nap. We didn't get a chance to walk around much, as I started feeling a little under, but the area was gorgeous as well.All in all, a perfect stop on our way around the country.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cutest little cottage, on a large property, off the beaten path. Lots of room, very quiet, and lots of friendly animals. Highly recommend staying here if you are looking to decompress, or as a home base while you explore Ireland, as we did. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Pump House is absolutely charming and delightful. The hosts are wonderful, the surroundings are beautiful and the huge bed is perfect. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Pump House was quite possibly the loveliest spot we stayed in our entire month long visit to Ireland. A rural setting with sheep and cattle, close to town but set 800 meters back from the main road so there was that peacefulness we craved. The hosts James and Claudia are warm and welcoming, the accommodations comfortable and well-equipped. Lots to see and do in the area as well, especially if you like to hike. Beautiful farming community... be ready for large tractors and wagons!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James and Claudia have a fantastic cottage. It was such a comfortable and cozy place for us to stay. The property was so beautiful, and the town was great. Our hosts were very helpful and gave us some really nice extra touches. We only wish we had more time to explore the property and the area! Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at the cottage. It is a truly cosy and welcoming place. The peaceful surroundings, the farm and the warm atmosphere made it a special stay for our family. We enjoyed playing in the garden, walking and reading at the fire place. James and Claudia were very kind and helped us with everything. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is an absolute dream. The property is beautiful, and Athy is a wonderful town to call home for a week. We had so much fun and felt so at peace here that we were reluctant to fly home. And Claudia and James are fabulous hosts - kind and generous people who we hope to visit with again!Bonus: there a ton of animals on the property, including a charming barn cat who will come over for brekky if you’re cooking rashers. This really sealed the deal on a perfect week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immensely enjoyed stay at the rustic cozy cottage we found it clean and very welcoming. Thank you Claudia and James
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Immediately felt at home. Cozy atmosphere. The dogs and the cat were really cuddly after a few days. Wonderful place to stay if you're planning daytrips to the East of Ireland.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house, friendly welcome from both owners and pets.

Everything went smoothly, welcomed on arrival. Full tour given on arrival no issues arose during our stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Quaint and rustic in a good way , tastefully decorated and warm.Nothing is too much trouble for Claudia and James we felt very welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I thoroughly enjoyed staying at this cottage. It was everything I imagine a farm cottage should be with the bonus of chooks clucking in the morning. Very comfortable. Nicely positioned for our daily excursions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Small, cozy and perfect

This place was in the perfect spot for all our travels. We toured almost all of Ireland and this was just in the perfect location. The owners were just so sweet and I loved their dog Rocket, he was the sweetest. It was so much better than staying at a hotel. It was a more home like feeling. I recommend this place to everyone
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Pump house review

My boyfriend and I stayed at the pump house in December 2008. It was a wonderful stay. The house was very warm and welcoming and Claudia made us feel very at home straight away. The fire made it so cosy and perfect in the cold and rainy december weather and having shops nearby made it so easy to cook in the evening. I only wish we could'v stayed longer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a genuine farm experience! The cottage was comfortable and clean, and well appointed, including a cheery log burning fireplace, all combined to make for a very nice stay! The best part, however, was the communication with our hosts! We were given all the information we needed, and very generously supplied with fresh eggs, hearty bread, and coffee. Delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place, great hosts

We loved Athy and this cottage! Claudia and James were excellent hosts. They were there for anything we needed but also allowed us space and privacy. We did not rent a car for 3 of the 4 weeks we were there and relied on public transportation. We were able to walk to town, grocery stores and the train station from this property. With a car, everything in town is mere minutes away. The cottage provided everything we needed and was comfortable, clean and spacious….our home away from home. The town has plenty of grocery stores, restaurants, pubs and coffee shops to choose from and plenty of sites to see. You can enjoy the quiet of the countryside while still having amenities close by with this property. A true place to relax after a day of exploring all that Ireland has to offer.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Aussies in Athy

The Pump House was the first of four cottages we rented whilst in Ireland and was probably the best! The time of year we were there called for a warm and cosy refuge and The Pump House was that. Claudia and James made us feel welcome and included us in their family life. The cottage was extremely comfortable being well-heated and appointed. The heated bathroom floor, "very large" bed and the welcoming hamper were much appreciated. The township of Athy is quintessential Irish and well-serviced with friendly pubs, shops, restaurants and everything for the tourist. The history of Athy and surrounding areas we found particularly fascinating. The Pump House in Co. Kildare is an ideal base from which to explore a large part of Ireland and we highly recommend it. Thank you James, Claudia and family.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was a pleasure having you as our guests and we look forward to staying in touch with you "down-under"!
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10/10 Excellent

The perfect getaway

We had a fabulous weekend in the Pump House, the decor is beautifully done and the wood burning stove a real treat, the cottage is extremely cosy in a late October chill. A fantastic hideaway set in beautiful surroundings, with the donkey coming to visit in the mornings. The surprise bottle of wine, the flowers in the room and the excellent amenities really added to our already surpassed expectations. Thank you so much to Claudia and James for making us so welcome, we would love to come back and enjoy more of the river and the local golf when the weather is more amenable. We enjoyed learning about Shackleton in Athy town museum and a trip to the farmers market provided us with an excellent dinner. The bed was a pure joy... I want one. Congratulations on getting it all right!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I enjoyed the property and was just left to relax and unwind. James and Claudia were great, helpful hosts and did everything they could to make my stay successful. I hope to be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Heerlijk huis. Enigszins verstopt, maar dat maakt het juist extra leuk. Fijne gastvrouw en gastheer. Alle voorzieningen zijn aanwezig.Goede uitvalsbasis voor verschillende trips. Lekker welkomstpakket met heerlijk brood en ook verse eitjes van de eigen kippen die je nieuwsgierig komen begroeten. Superdeal!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Ein toller letzter Stop auf unserer Rundreise durch Irland. Die Unterkunft hatte alles für einen gemütlichen Aufenthalt. Kamin, Fernseher mit Smarthub, Spülmaschine, Waschmaschine und ein toll ausgestattetes Bad mit Dusche und Badewanne. Es gab ein riesiges, bequemes Bett und ein zusätzliches Bett mit Blick in die Sterne. Alles wirkte sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und wir wurden sehr herzlich am ersten Tag empfangen.Sehr zu empfehlen als Startpunkt für Erkundungen in der Region, oder zum Entspannen vor Ort.
Küche
Schlafzimmer
Bett mit Blick in die Sterne
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wir hatten wunderbare 7 Tage zu dritt im Ferienhaus. Es enthält alles was man braucht und ist sehr gemütlich eingerichtet. Die Lage inmitten von Feldern und etwas entfernt vom Stadtzentrum ist schön ruhig. Wir haben Mitte August von dort aus sogar Sternschnuppen am Himmel gesehen. Die Gastgeber war sehr hilfsbereit und haben uns alle Fragen freundlich beantwortet und Tipps gegeben.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Nous avons passé un agréable séjour en Irlande. Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Claudia et James. Le logement est d'époque mais reste très agréable.Tout est fonctionnel mais quelques équipements mériteraient remplacement notamment les fauteuils.L'emplacement est très calme c'est très agréable d'avoir la visite du chat, du cheval, des poules ainsi que des moutons dès le réveil.Le village possède toutes les commodités nécessaires ce qui est très pratique.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Erlebnisreiche Woche rund um Athy

Geschmackvoll eingerichtetes Häuschen, sehr ruhig am Rand des Städtchens Athy gelegen. Sehr nette Vermieter. Guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge nach Kilkenny (unbedingt lohnend), nach Dublin, in die Wicklow Mountains, zahlreiche Gärten rund um Carlow und Pferdeliebhaber kommen im Irish National Stud & Gardens auf ihre Kosten
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Romantisches Häuschen mit tollem Flair

Wir hatten einen angenehmen Aufenthalt in diesem Ferienhaus in Irland. Die Einrichtung war sehr schön und trug zu einer ruhigen Atmosphäre bei. Das Haus war gut ausgestattet und bot eine komfortable Unterkunft für unseren Urlaub.Besonders hervorzuheben ist die gemütliche Gestaltung, und die herzlichen Willkommensgeschenke der Gastgeber. Die Räumlichkeiten waren sauber und gut gepflegt. Die Lage des Hauses ermöglichte einen erholsamen Aufenthalt in einer ruhigen Umgebung.Die Kommunikation mit den Gastgebern war unkompliziert und sehr freundlich. Der Check-in und Check-out verliefen reibungslos.Insgesamt können wir das Ferienhaus für Paare aber auch kleine Familien wie uns (ein Kind) empfehlen, die eine ruhige und komfortable Unterkunft in Irland suchen.Vielen Dank für den Aufenthalt.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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