Rathdowney Hotels

Located 1.2 miles from the rural town of Ballyragget, Co Kilkenny, Grange Manor boasts 26 acres of landscaped grounds and easy access to the River Nore. Built in 18th century, this Georgian house offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. Each room at Grange Manor features tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom. Some rooms also enjoy a seating area and view of the patio. Breakfast, made of locally sourced produce, is served in the large dining room and it includes homemade breads. Dietary requirements are also catered for upon prior arrangement. The medieval city of Kilkenny, situated a 20-minute drive away, has many historic buildings, a castle, and traditional Irish pubs. The Castlecomer Estate, 6.8 miles away, has contemporary art exhibitions.

Offering a restaurant, Ashbrook Arms Townhouse and Restaurant is situated in the small town of Durrow. Originally built in 1777, this historic building features free WiFi access and free on-site parking. Kilkenny Castle is 17.9 miles away. Each room in this 18th-century coaching inn includes a TV and satellite channels. Featuring a shower, the private bathroom also comes with a bath. Guests can enjoy a river view and garden view from the room. Extras include bed linen, ironing facilities and cleaning products. At Ashbrook Arms Townhouse and Restaurant there is a garden and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a shared lounge and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including golfing, cycling and horse riding. The guest house is 1.6 miles from Castlewood Equestrian Centre and The Harps GAA is a 6-minute journey on foot.

Guests can unwind in the peaceful County Kilkenny countryside at Cradog bed and breakfast. Tucked away on a small farm just outside the pictorial village of Freshford, the house boasts idyllic views and offers delicious breakfasts. With Kilkenny city only 13km away, visitors can explore its medieval past at Kilkenny Castle, admire Ireland’s only remaining example of a 17th century merchant townhouse at Rothe House and Gardens, and have some fun in the many pubs and restaurants. Pets are facilitated indoors and outdoors.

Abbeyleix Manor Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Abbeyleix. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. There's also a garden, and rooms offer room service and premium bedding.