This modern holiday home is located on the edge of Castletown in County Laois. Castletown is a charming village steeped in history, known for its picturesque landscapes and well-preserved Georgian architecture. With its quaint atmosphere and proximity to the Slieve Bloom Mountains, Cluain Ard Holiday Home offers visitors a delightful blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Cluain Ard Holiday Home – Sleeps 16
This beautiful holiday home is very spacious (560 sq meters) and has been exquisitely furnished. With a large open-plan kitchen, living, and dining room area this holiday home is the perfect destination for a large group. Relax by the open fire in the open-plan kitchen or open the large patio doors and enjoy the views across the large mature well-maintained garden.
Cluain Ard Holiday Home has 6 bedrooms and sleeps 16 guests (maximum of 12 adults and 4 children) comfortably, the perfect base for a large group of friends or family reunion.
Property layout – Ground floor:
- Open plan kitchen and sitting area with office desk
- Living room
- Dining room
- Laundry room
- Mudroom
Property layout – First floor:
- Bedroom 1: double ensuite sleeping 2 with walk-in wardrobe
- Bedroom 2: double ensuite sleeping 2 with walk-in wardrobe
- Bedroom 3: double ensuite sleeping 2 with walk-in wardrobe
- Bedroom 4: dual bunk bed ensuite sleeping 4 with walk-in wardrobe
Property layout – Second floor:
- Office ensuite
- Bedroom 5: double ensuite sleeping 2 with walk-in wardrobe
- Bedroom 6: 4 single beds sleeping 4 (for children only)
The ground floor of this property is wheelchair accessible.
Enjoy two acres of enclosed, well-maintained garden with comfortable outdoor furniture sets and BBQ available for our guests.
There is underfloor heating and storage heating in the building.
WiFi is available and ample parking.
The house now features a pool table, perfect for some fun and friendly competition during your stay.
Local Area & Tourist Attractions
Nestled in the green and soothing countryside, on the picturesque banks of the Nore River Castletown won many awards over the years in Tidy Towns Competitions.
Things to do in the local area:
- Local cafes, shops, and pubs in Castletown or Mountrath.
- Gash Gardens
- Sheerans The Village Inn
- Aghaboe Abbey
- Timahoe Round Tower
- The Rock of Dunmase (Celtic fortification just outside Portlaoise)
- Poet’s Cottage (Camross)
- The Heywood Gardens (Ballinakill)
- Grantstown Lake (The local committee has erected ten fishing stands and one which caters to people with special needs.)
- Emo Court
- Castle Durrow
IMPORTANT NOTES
Security Deposit:
A minimum refundable security deposit of €500 (per property) must be paid prior to check-in to your holiday home to the local Property Manager/ Owner. This is either taken over the phone by pre-authorising your credit card when you call the Property Manager to arrange your arrival time 48 hours in advance of arrival or at others it is taken on arrival. In some locations and at certain times of year this can increase to €500 per property.
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Cancellation policy
On all reservations:The non-refundable booking deposit is withheld.
Cancel within 8 weeks of arrival all monies paid are retained
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Property # 11321012
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Castletown
Located in Castletown, this holiday home is in a rural area. Abbeyleix Heritage House and Ballaghmore Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Slieve Bloom and Devil's Bit. Portlaoise Leisure Centre Park and Stradbally Steam Museum are also worth visiting.
Sensory Gardens Dove House - 17 min drive - 17.8 km
O'Moore Park - 19 min drive - 26.1 km
Getting around
Ballybrophy Station - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Re - 12 min drive
The Cozy Café - 4 min drive
Woody's Bar - 4 min drive
Matt the Threshers - 18 min drive
Kebabish and Pizzeria - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cluain Ard Holiday Home pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cluain Ard Holiday Home?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cluain Ard Holiday Home on 23 June 2026 start from AU$1,873, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Cluain Ard Holiday Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cluain Ard Holiday Home?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cluain Ard Holiday Home?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cluain Ard Holiday Home located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Abbeyleix Heritage House, Abbeyleix Golf Club and Slieve Bloom. Ballaghmore Castle and Portlaoise Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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Thank you Brian , You were the perfect host and you couldn’t have done enough for us.The House was fabulous so comfortable and warm and equipped with everything you’d need for a few days away with friends . We had a wonderful time Ten out of Ten all around .
Una and girls .
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Una
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2024
Hi Una
Many thanks for your great review of Cluan Ard Holiday Home, Castletown, Co. Laois.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your business and comments and hope to welcome you again to Trident Holiday Homes.
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