Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland. However, if you are looking for a cottage for rent Ireland you will be considering more rural locations outside of the major cities as these self catering cottages in Ireland have more charm as you can mix with the locals and sample the local village atmosphere.
Getting to Ireland is very easy, especially if you are travelling from mainland Britain as many of the budget airlines such as Easyjet, Ryanair and Aer Lingus offer daily cheap flights to Ireland. You can also pick up cheap car hire in Ireland at any of the airports so you can drive to your holiday cottage in Ireland.
If you prefer to take your own car then it is very easy to hop on one of the many ferry services that travel to Ireland and this may be a good option for those looking to explore the Irish scenery and visit many Irish destinations in their own car.
So if you are looking for a holiday cottage in Northern Ireland you will want to check out destinations such as Antrim, Derry, Armagh and Fermanagh. Other popular destinations in the South of Ireland include Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexfor, Cork and Limerick.
Booking your holiday cottage in Ireland online can offer you substantial discounts if you book months in advance and many cottages in Ireland can sleep between 6-12 people so you should have a wide selection depending on your requirements.