Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 2025

The Coach House, Roundwood is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.

By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

The Coach House
Main Street, Roundwood,
Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Phone: +353 (0)1 281-8157
Email: bookings@thecoachhouse.ie
Website: www.thecoachhouse.ie

2. Website Platform

Our website is built using the Squarespace platform, which may automatically collect technical data (e.g. IP addresses, browser types, device information) and analytics data to help us understand user behavior and improve website performance.

For more information on how Squarespace processes data, please review their Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Booking details

  • Payment details (processed securely via third parties)

  • Any message or special requests you submit

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and referring site

4. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data when:

  • You book a B&B stay through our website (via Little Hotelier)

  • You book a restaurant table via OpenTable

  • You contact us through website forms or by email/phone

  • You subscribe to our email list (optional and opt-in)

  • You browse our website (via cookies and analytics)

5. Booking Platforms

Little Hotelier
We use Little Hotelier to manage B&B reservations. When you book a room, your information is securely collected and processed by their system on our behalf. Please refer to Little Hotelier’s privacy policy for details on how they manage your data.

OpenTable
Restaurant reservations made through our website are processed via OpenTable. Your booking data is managed securely by them under their own privacy policies.

6. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Confirm and manage your bookings

  • Communicate with you about your stay or dining reservation

  • Respond to queries or requests

  • Improve our services and website

  • Send promotional emails (if you’ve opted in)

7. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses Squarespace’s built-in cookies and analytics tools, which may include:

  • Visitor traffic tracking

  • Device/browser information

  • Session performance metrics

By using our site, you consent to this use of cookies. You can manage cookie settings in your browser.

8. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Performance of contract: to provide accommodation and dining services

  • Consent: for marketing communications

  • Legitimate interest: to improve service quality and website usability

  • Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law.

10. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent for marketing at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland)

To exercise any of these rights, contact: bookings@thecoachhouse.ie

11. Data Sharing

We only share your data with:

  • Trusted booking providers (e.g., Little Hotelier, OpenTable)

  • Payment processors

  • Website hosting platform (Squarespace)

All third parties are required to handle your data securely and only for the purpose intended.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

The Coach House
Email: bookings@thecoachhouse.ie
Phone: +353 (0)1 281-8157

This Privacy Policy is intended to comply with GDPR and other relevant privacy regulations. For legal accuracy, we recommend a review by a qualified data protection advisor.