Holiday cottages in County Wexford, Ireland

County Wexford is a land with a complex and dramatic history. Settled by the Celts, the area has been invaded by Vikings and Normans. It has been a battled ground for Oliver Cromwell and badly affected by the terrible potato famine. It has seen fortunes rise and fall; been the site of a prosperous merchant port and the origin of great families such as the Kennedys.

There is so much history to discover in Wexford and attractions to visit: The Irish National Heritage Park; The Kennedy Homestead; The Dunbrody Famine Ship and military reenactments at Duncannon Fort are among the many high quality heritage sites in this part of Ireland.

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For an indulgent short break, County Wexford offers the finer things in life such as excellent golf, world class restaurants, and in October, the town of Wexford hosts the Wexford Festival Opera. Other country pursuits like horse riding and fishing can be enjoyed or just a simple walk along the miles of unspoilt beaches.  

For family fun visit Courtown Harbour. Adults can enjoy the wonderful sea views and fine dining, Children will love The Pirates Cove and the Forest Park Leisure Centre. There are watersports for all the family.   Finally, no visit to Ireland would be complete with hearing traditional Irish storytelling. Come for this legendary Irish experience at the Boolavogue Fr. Murphy Centre storytelling sessions, each 3rd Thursday of the summer months.  

Self-catering holiday cottages, houses and apartments to rent in County Wexford: