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Thistledown Lodge

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star B&B near Loftus Hall

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Superior Double Room, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, laptop workspace
Garden
Superior Double Room, Garden View | Garden view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Graigue Little, Templetown, Wexford, Y34 N127
  • Place, Baginbun Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Loftus Hall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hook Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterford (WAT)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Templetown

In Templetown .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Loftus Hall and 6 miles (10 km) of Hook Lighthouse with a stay here. Duncannon Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Tintern Abbey is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Baginbun Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Abbey Par 3 Golf - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Loftus Hall - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Hook Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Duncannon Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Waterford Station - 51 min drive
  • Waterford (WAT) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King's Bay Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Roches Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪East Pier - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Bay Café - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Aggie Hayes Pub - ‬34 min drive

About this property

Thistledown Lodge

3.5-star B&B near Loftus Hall
Thistledown Lodge offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. Thistledown Lodge also features a garden, a picnic area, and a communal living room. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Templetown bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Thistledown Lodge offers 2 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 27-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include slippers, bidets, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 27-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 7 are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:30 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 7 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

This property does not have a Ireland Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Thistledown Lodge to the airport?

Thistledown Lodge is 17.9 mi (52-min drive) away from the Waterford (WAT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistledown Lodge?

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistledown Lodge on Apr 30, 2026 start from $196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thistledown Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thistledown Lodge.

How close is Thistledown Lodge to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 5.4 mi (12-min drive) from Duncannon Beach and 2.7 mi (5-min drive) from Baginbun Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Thistledown Lodge offer free breakfast?

Thistledown Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Thistledown Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Thistledown Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Thistledown Lodge?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Thistledown Lodge have a pool?

Thistledown Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Thistledown Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Thistledown Lodge to downtown Templetown?

Thistledown Lodge is 0.9 mi away from Templetown.

Thistledown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two good hosts, great breakfast and well located to explore the coastline and local area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best B & B I ever stayed in . Incredible stay . The owner was as courteous and friendly . We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025