Lodge 1
Entire cabin in Birr, Ireland
- 4 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 3 beds
- 1 bathroom
Hosted by Colette
- Superhost
- 8 years hosting
Listing highlights
Top rated by guests from United Kingdom
100% of guests from United Kingdom rated this home 5 stars in the past year.
Exceptional check-in experience
Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.
Beautiful area
Guests love this home’s scenic location.
Beautiful semi-detached barn conversion professionally designed to a high standard, offering modern comforts whilst retaining an authentic feel. Situated in the grounds of the owner’s working farm, who are on hand to offer advice on the local area, the cottages are in an excellent central location on the Tipperary/Offaly border, almost equidistant from the picturesque town of Birr, 7½km, and one of the oldest towns in Ireland, Roscrea, 6km, and a 2km drive from Gloster house and wedding venue.
The space
Outside there is a large covered barbecue and seating area, ideal for al fresco dining, or for a cosy night in by the wood burner, evening meals can be ordered from the main house (by prior arrangement) via a connecting phone. A few minutes’ away is the village of Kinnitty, at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, where there are hiking trails for all ages to get off the beaten track and enjoy the spectacular views of the Midlands from an elevated position.
Guest access
You are free to ramble around farmyard , following discussion with me , just in case there is machinery being operated or animals being moved .
Other things to note
You are on a working farm. , so you can meet the animals , with me if you would like . Feel free to ask .
The space
Outside there is a large covered barbecue and seating area, ideal for al fresco dining, or for a cosy night in by the wood burner, evening meals can be ordered from the main house (by prior arrangement) via a connecting phone. A few minutes’ away is the village of Kinnitty, at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, where there are hiking trails for all ages to get off the beaten track and enjoy the spectacular views of the Midlands from an elevated position.
Guest access
You are free to ramble around farmyard , following discussion with me , just in case there is machinery being operated or animals being moved .
Other things to note
You are on a working farm. , so you can meet the animals , with me if you would like . Feel free to ask .
Where you'll sleep
What this place offers
Courtyard view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
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Rated 4.92 out of 5 from 154 reviews.
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This home is a guest favourite based on ratings, reviews and reliability
Overall rating
- 5 stars, 93% of reviews
- 4 stars, 6% of reviews
- 3 stars, 1% of reviews
- 2 stars, 0% of reviews
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value
Guests mention
Where you’ll be
Birr, County Offaly, Ireland
Heaving with history, nearby Birr is one of Ireland’s premier heritage towns with its handsome ensemble of Georgian architecture and tree-lined avenues. Visit Birr Castle with its stunning formal gardens and interactive Science Centre, enjoy a show at Birr theatre, a cross country trek at Birr equestrian centre, or take one of the walking trails starting from the town square, such as the Birr Town Trail, a great way to explore the town, or the pretty Riverbank Walk trail. The nearby town of Roscrea boasts many attractions and activities including the 13th century Roscrea Castle, 15th century Franciscan Abbey, the Round Tower, 18-hole golf course and a leisure centre, as well as Ireland’s first gravity-fed mountain bike park catering for all abilities. Close to the cottages is Leap Castle, reputedly Ireland’s most haunted castle and well worth a visit! Shop, pub and restaurant 6 miles.
Meet your host
My work: Nursing
Favourite song in secondary school: The sound of silence
Love hosting guests and advising them about the locality.
We live very centrally , so access to major cities and airports is only about one and a half hours drive .
We live on a working organic , tillage farm ,with willow ,beef cattle , some hens and three dogs.
We are located 12 km from both Birr and Roscrea .
We are 2km from Gloster House , Kinnity Castle , Birr and Roscrea castle , which is all in the heart of the Slieve blooms .
Colette is a Superhost
Host details
Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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