It’s safe to say we’re far better versed in the art of the staycation than we were pre-Covid-19. We’ve spent the better part of two years seeking out chic cabins or country piles to escape to; boltholes where, world-weary, we can pull the (heavy tog) duvet over our heads, light the fire, jump into the sea, and make a slew of new memories. Not only has it rejuvenated us, it’s rekindled our love of country. At one point the Irish holiday had become so reframed, it was as invigorating a proposition as a jaunt to Amalfi or a meander down the backstreets of the Marais. (That’s not to say, now, we’re not super excited about those prospects, either.)

But we’ve been busy – scrolling, eagerly anticipating the dopamine hit of the next ‘dreamy Airbnb’ for a staycation. With that, Airbnb has released the most wishlisted locations in the country for 2021, as voted by Irish users. Scroll to reveal the top five. 

Fusing the great outdoors with modern comforts, this newly built dome – nestled adjacent to the Wicklow Way – boasts Foxford linens, a double bed, luxury robes and an outdoor deck. Book it here.

Spend the night in a renovated barn that’s been upgraded with a modern interior, a spacious raised deck and – the most ‘holiday’ of all Airbnb facilities – a hot tub. Book it here. 

If sweeping views of Lough Derg are your thing, you’ll love it here. The boathouse is self-contained with a kitchen, a mezzanine bedroom and a private veranda with a BBQ. Book it here.

Go off-grid in this hilltop treehouse in Baltinglass, Co Wicklow – where your accommodation is solar-powered, your bed is nestled 12 feet above ground and your view is punctuated by woodlands and the local deer. Book it here.

This treehouse sits in a mature oak tree on the cusp of Glenveagh National Park, a short distance from the Wild Atlantic Way. Plus, we love its kitsch interior that’s heavy on the good kind of clutter (see above and main image). Book it here.