Do not be alarmed if you are asked to sign to the effect that your use of a hot tub is at your own risk. This is common procedure and just an attempt by cottage owners to protect themselves, because guests sometimes do silly things.

Indulging in the soothing warm water of a hot tub is pleasurable for most and beats meeting people down at the local pub because it reduces inhibitions. Hot tubs are rather like Marmite – people either love them or hate them. Most of us have happily climbed into a hot tub or Jacuzzi at the local swimming pool without a thought about hygiene or safety.

However, we are considering a hot tub that cannot hold more than about 8 people at most and the weather of Meath is not that suitable for spending hours in a swim suit indoors or out. The allotted time by hot tub manufacturers for each session is generally up to 30 minutes. The bubbling and activity is timed from the press of a buttonand then it is a dashinto your holiday home unless it is the height of summer.

Most of us know not to expect wall to wall sunshine in Meath. it is wise to be prepared for all seasons.

A hot tub is a lovely extra to have if you enjoy that kind of thing and as long as it is under cover, can be enjoyed despite the weather. It might be worth considering the various additional facilities available with self-catering breaks to make your stay more enjoyable..

Use the Cottage Search facility to identify extras that you might enjoy during a self-catering getaway in Meath.