Holiday cabins remain one of the strongest returns on a timber build in Ireland — but the short-term letting landscape is regulated, and the rules have been tightening. Before you photograph the welcome basket, check the compliance basics.
What to Verify Before Listing
- Registration: Short-term tourist lettings in Ireland are subject to registration requirements — check the current Fáilte Ireland scheme and confirm what applies to your property type.
- Planning status: Using a garden building as paid guest accommodation goes beyond exempted development. In many areas — especially Rent Pressure Zones — specific permission is required.
- Safety obligations: Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, safe heating and clear fire escape routes are non-negotiable for paying guests.
- Tax: Rental income is declarable — talk to an accountant about allowable expenses, which typically include the building itself.
Build Compliant from Day One
It's far cheaper to specify guest accommodation correctly at the design stage than to retrofit. Tell us the intended use and we'll build the specification around it — starting with our cottage range. Get in touch for a letting-ready quote.