New Thatch Farm is situated on a 20-acre working farm on the Limerick / Tipperary border

Looking for an escape to the Irish countryside? Look no further than New Thatch Farm, a thatched cottage that you can rent in Co Limerick.

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Available for rental through Hogan’s Irish Cottages and other rental services, New Thatch Farm is in the village of Knocklong nearby to Kilmallock in Co Limerick.

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

Of Knocklong, MyHome says: "Knocklong is a quaint hamlet and is situated close to the Limerick and Tipperary border. The towns of Tipperary and Kilmallock are both nearby and offer visitors a choice of restaurants, bars and shops. "

Vacationers looking for an idyllic Irish escape will delight in this 400-year-old Irish farmhouse’s “serene countryside” location. Situated on a working farm that’s over 20 acres in size, the farmland is also home to horses, cattle, calves and a “very friendly cat.”

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

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The home can sleep four people comfortably in its two bedrooms, one of which is en suite. It also has two bathrooms, a sitting room, a kitchen and dining area.

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

This charming thatched cottage features traditional touches like exposed beams and thicks walls, but also boasts modern features such as underfloor heating, WiFi, and an “atmospheric wood burner.”

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

New Thatch Farm (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

Outside, there is a courtyard garden in the front, and a lawn and patio garden in the back with a barbecue area and furniture, providing ample space to soak up those glorious Irish summer evenings.

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Hogan's says: "The walking trails and historical sites around the beautiful Lough Gur is a must do in the area for outdoor enthusiasts, and Mitchelstown Caves, Cahir Castle, and the Rock of Cashel are also within easy driving distance and worth a visit."

Horses at New Thatch Farms (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

Horses at New Thatch Farms (Hogan's Irish Cottages)

The nearby scenic routes throughout the Ballyhoura Mountains are great for cycling enthusiasts as well.

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