Peaceful: Campgrounds in Republic of Ireland

PodUmna Village

• Cosy wooden pods by the River Shannon in Portumna
• Lough Derg 20 minutes' walk; five minutes' drive to forest trails
• Well-equipped kitchen, barbecues and bike hire on site

The Old Forge Glamping

• Luxurious glampsite in verdant gardens with Wicklow Mountains views
• A 10-minute drive to Rathwood Maze; Altamont Gardens 15 minutes
• Games room, communal kitchen and showers in converted farm buildings

Morriscastle Strand Family Caravan Park

Blarney Caravan and Camping Park

• Family-run park eight kilometres from Cork
• Views of Blarney Castle from the site
• Immaculate amenities including a campers' kitchen

Campbiggle

• Wild camping on a small and remote island off the Mayo shore
• Car-free environment
• Toilet, shower, cooking hut and wifi

Marnic House Caravan Park

• Small back to basics site 3km outside the town of Ballyhaunis
• A 10-minute drive to Knock Shrine
• Views out over open Mayo countryside

Doolin Riverside Caravan and Camping Park

• Friendly site within walking distance from pubs and shops
• Sheltered, pet friendly and eight kilometres from the Cliffs of Moher
• Stroll straight down to the sea from the site

Doonbeg Pods and Cottages

• Quiet orchard site on the Wild Atlantic Way, 300 metres from beach
• A five-minute drive from Doonbeg and 15 minutes from Kilrush
• Rented bikes can be delivered to site for local touring

Wheelhouse Pods

• Cosy ensuite glamping pods on the edge of the village of Burtonport
• Ferries to Arranmore and Inishfree five minutes' drive away
• Café on site with local seafood and vegetarian dishes available

Binion Bay Caravan and Camping Park

• Scenic and peaceful site on the stunning Wild Atlantic Way
• A 15-minute drive from Carndonagh and 20 minutes from Buncrana
• Tullagh Bay and Pollan beaches within 10 minutes’ drive

Wildflower Glamping

• Wildflower Glamping is a small, private glamping site in Co. Cavan
• The Killykeen forest park is only a two-minute drive
• The site is situated on top on a hill commanding beautiful views

Willowbrook Glamping and Hideaways

• Scenic family-friendly site over 20 acres with lake and river access
• A five-minute drive to Ballaghaderreen and 15 minutes from Castlerea
• Fishing, fairy garden, games, wellness centre and equipped kitchen

Slane Farm Hostel

• Working farm in the heart of the Boyne Valley
• Next door to Slane Castle and close to Newgrange and Knowth
• With campers' kitchen, BBQ facilities, showers, loos and laundry room

The Apple Camping and Caravan Park

Duncannon Holiday Park

• Beside the beach on the Hook Peninsula
• Well-maintained facilities including showers, loos and games room
• Scuba diving, windsurfing, Pilates and yoga all arranged

Raven's Rest

• Spacious 13-acre back to nature park on the Carlow-Wicklow border
• A 40-minute drive to the coast and the Wicklow Mountains National Park
• Barbecue area, play area with sandpit and huge grassy area for games

River Ilen View

• Comfy, well-equipped rental tent with river views in Skibbereen, Cork
• Tragumna beach, sailing, cruises and swimming within 15 minutes’ drive
• Shower and kitchen, private garden with chiminea; near pubs and shops

Corcreggan Mill

• Lake- and sea-view site set around an old country mill with a stream
• A five-minute drive from Dunfanaghy; just off the N56 for easy access
• Organic garden, meditation areas, meals on site, wifi, shared kitchen