Title: The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635939573057&destination=Kentstown%2C+County+Meath%2C+Ireland&selected=90243109&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath ## Photo gallery for The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath ![Exterior - The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath (Navan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90250000/90243200/90243109/82a4f42c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath (Navan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90250000/90243200/90243109/3ac0b321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath (Navan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90250000/90243200/90243109/e1025fe2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath (Navan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90250000/90243200/90243109/76cb42e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath (Navan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90250000/90243200/90243109/eb9f6252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the tranquil Boyne Valley at this Stone Cottage, where traditional style meets modern comfort. Discover a fully equipped kitchen, oil fired central heating and a cozy wood burning stove. With stabling available for horse owners and nearby access to country pursuits like hunting and fishing, this rural retreat is perfect for those seeking adventure. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath Stone Cottage that once was the head groom's house in the old stone stable yard that once belonged to Queen Elizabeth's bloodstock manager. The Cottage has been renovated in a tasteful traditional style. In a rural location but just 35 minutes from Dublin airport. It lies in the Boyne valley midway between the megalithic monuments at Newgrange and Tara, the traditional hall of the Irish High Kings. The space The Duke of Wellington's grandmother was born in the main house. There is oil fired central heating and a wood burning stove. The kitchen is fully equipped and has a cooker, dishwasher and washing machine. Other things to note 35 minutes from Dublin airport. 6 minutes by car from Ballymagarvey village wedding venue. 10 minutes from the Millhouse wedding venue in Slane and 20 from Tankardstown or Bellinter House. 15 minutes from Tayto Park. 10 miles from Bective Abbey and 15 from Trim Castle which featured in the film "Braveheart". Not far from the "Battle of the Boyne" site and interpretative centre. The local pub, Mrs O's, features in the Christmas ad for Guinness. Popular area for country pursuits, hunting, shooting and fishing. Stabling available for visitors with horses. Surrounded by quiet roads. 35 minutes to Dublin and one hour thirty to Belfast. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Soundproofing - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2232600/2232529/098fc905.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge Smotscourt - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Gym - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews £96 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=2232529&PinnedHotelID=2232529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92420000/92414000/92413948/55fafa2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Destiny Student - Ardee Point City Centre Dublin - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room - 24/7 front desk 8.6 Excellent 172 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=92413948&PinnedHotelID=92413948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3210000/3205900/3205895/9003c469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Martello Hotel Bray - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Kentstown, this cottage is in a rural area. Royal Tara Golf Club and Royal Tara Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Knowth and Brú na Bóinne. Emerald Park and Solstice Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. [Visit our Kentstown travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kentstown.dx553248635939573057) [View more Cottages in Kentstown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kentstown-Cottages.d553248635939573057-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.64048%2C-6.56503&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cVcMzp7X3OnGD3oWFwS21e9wxAU=) Navan, Meath ### What's nearby - ![Emerald Isle Ireland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174768/6dc31384-97e8-4bfa-b1f8-468c0602413d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Emerald Park 17 min drive \- 12.2 miles - Navan Town Centre 10 min drive \- 6.6 miles - Solstice Arts Centre 11 min drive \- 6.6 miles - Pairc Tailteann 11 min drive \- 6.8 miles - Royal Tara Golf Club 12 min drive \- 7.2 miles ### Getting around - Black Bull M3 Parkway Station 22 min drive - Dublin Airport (DUB) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - Inside Out 13 min drive - Tara na Rí 8 min drive - The Round O 9 min drive - Rowley\`s Pub 9 min drive - Maguires Hill of Tara 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath? ### What time is check-in at The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath? ### What time is check-out at The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath? ### Where is The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Groom's Cottage Brownstown Kentstown Balrath Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### kevin s. 25 May 2025 Liked: Communication, location #### Ttt Was ok. A good location to see some amazing sites. Trim castle and newgrange was well worth the time. ##### kevin s. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary C. 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful Just as expected. Beds were super comfortable. Loved the historic atmosphere. ##### Mary C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn M. 16 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint, historic, beautiful We loved this place; historic, quaint, beautiful setting. We enjoyed the feeling of being “in” Ireland, instead of a hotel setting. There were 6 of us and we were very comfortable. The host was very accommodating with our changing plans. Thank you! ##### Carolyn M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leigh F. 5 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage in the country The Grooms Cottage was a rustic wonderful stay. It is in the country but really not far from shops. Having only 1 bathroom was a little difficult in the morning with 5 adults but they are working on an upstairs one, it just wasn't ready for our stay. I definitely would come back to the Grooms Cottage! ##### Leigh F. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve M. 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ist Nights in Ireland Really a nice unique place.Hosts were excellent!Highly Recommended ##### Steve M. 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