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Chestnut Holiday Cottage in central Ireland

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Exterior
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Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
AU$135
avg per night

Explore the area

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Banagher, Offaly
  • River Shannon Brewery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fort Eliza
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Birr Castle
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Price is AU$135 avg per night,

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About the area

Birr

Located in Birr, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. Fort Eliza and Birr Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Incherky and Inchanaclea. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • River Shannon Brewery - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Fort Eliza - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Banagher Town Centre - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Birr Castle - 18 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Clonmacnoise - 33 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Roscrea Station - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angelo's Takeaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flynns Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hough's Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Angelos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Vinehouse Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Chestnut Holiday Cottage in central Ireland

John and Marian invite you to rent this 300 year old farm property 'Chestnut Cottage' which is located on the McDonald farm in Lusmagh, Banagher, Co. Offaly only 1 km from the Shannon River. This property is Bord Failte (Irish Tourist Board) approved. It has been the original home of the McDonald family for generations. The Chestnut Cottage has been carefully restored, keeping as much of the house's 'Old World' character as possible while adding all modern comforts. It is located near the main farm, in a beautiful farm garden with an orchard.

Dogs accepted!
The Chestnut Cottage is in the Galway / Offaly area, three miles from the popular river town of Banagher in Co. Offaly. The large bridge across the Shannon County Galway River opens the way to visiting the West of Ireland. Banagher is famous for its Irish music pubs, river cruises, Bog walks and rail hikes, great fishing, (pike fishing is especially rewarding), excellent super markets and shops, restaurants and hotels. Most pubs serve really good food too.

Property manager

Marian

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Chestnut Holiday Cottage in central Ireland pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Chestnut Holiday Cottage in central Ireland?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chestnut Holiday Cottage in central Ireland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chestnut Holiday Cottage in central Ireland located?

This family-friendly Birr farm stay is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Incherky and Inchanaclea. Banagher Town Centre and River Shannon Brewery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Chestnut Holiday Cottage in central Ireland Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jiana G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely hostess in the beautiful countryside

The hostess, Marian, was incredibly attentive and helpful. We will miss her company! A wonderful local guide, we couldn’t recommend her cottage more. Thank you, Marian!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We had a grand time at the Chestnut Cottage. John and Marian were so gracious and welcoming. The property was everything we had hoped for. A lovely Irish Cottage in the countryside. Will definitely go back again
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Überwältigend

Herzlicher Empfang obwohl wir kein englisch können. Frische Blumen auf dem Tisch, selbstgebackener Kuchen, ( himmlich lecker ! ) Butter und Milch im Kühlschrank. Fussbodenheizung im Bad mit begehbarer Dusche, sowie, im Licht durchfluteten Wohn-Esszimmer war eingeschaltet. Traumhaft die Blumenpracht um das ganze Haus, ein richtiger Bauerngarten. Hier könnten sogar Rollstuhlfahrer wohnen. ( einige Stufen sind durch Schrägen ersetzt ) Wir haben die Welt gesehen, ganz Europa, Afrika von Oben bis Madagaskar, Asien über Nepal und Tibet bis China und Amerika von Canada über Jamaika und Cuba bis Patagonien und Feuerland. Bei Marian und John fühlten wir uns zu Hause. P.S. 80 und 75 Jahre jung
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rico E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schönes, renoviertes Cottage, in ruhiger Lage

Sehr schönes, geräumiges Cottage in ruhiger, ländlicher Lage. Es war frisch renoviert und alles war sehr sauber. Es ist alles was man braucht vorhanden; Wasserkocher, Kaffeemaschine, Toaster, Mikrowelle, Geschirrspüler, Kühlschrank, Herd mit Backofen, sogar ein Gefrierschrank. Auch Geschirr und Besteck ist mehr als ausreichend vorhanden. Marian und John sind sehr nette und freundliche Gastgeber, und stehen mit Rat und Tat zur Seite, falls man Fragen hat oder doch einmal etwas fehlen sollte. An- und Abreise verliefen ebenfalls völlig entspannt. Selbst wenn man erst spät am Abend ankommt ist das kein Problem, da Marian und John auch auf dem Hof wohnen und fast immer da sind. Durch die zentrale Lage des Cottage auf der Insel sind alle Ausflugsziele gut mit dem Auto zu erreichen. Vielen Dank noch einmal für die schöne Zeit und den entspannten Aufenthalt. Wir checken bei unserem nächsten Irlandurlaub wieder bei Marian und John ein.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural property near Banagher was ideal for our family with 21 month twin girls.

If you like quiet country life style accommodation, then this an ideal place.. The hosts Marian and John are friendly snd kind hosts. The young children loved the cattle, tractors and the colorful beautiful flower garden.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Denise U.

Natur und Ruhe mit historischem Charme

Sehr freundliches Gastgeberpaar; kleines altes Hinterhaus; kleine gemütlich ausgestattete Zimmer mit altem Mobilar (z.T. antik); tiefe Türen-Achtung mit dem Kopf! Wir haben einige Male "getroffen". Die Ausstattung von Küche und Bad sind ausreichend. Wenn man über diverse Abnutzungs- und Abwohnspuren in allen Bereichen hinweg sieht kann man sich wohlfühlen. Es war alles halt schon ein bißchen älter, aber zum Großteil sauber. Der Haushund ist anhänglich, läuft immer frei und jagt Kühe und Autos! Hübsches Anwesen mitten einer Weidelandschaft! Wer das Einfache und Ruhe sucht ist gut aufgehoben. Zum Einkaufen hat man es mit dem Auto nicht weit( ca 3km) Da in der Mitte der Insel gelegen, bot unser Aufenthalt dort die Möglichkeit das zu erkunden und zu erleben was wir wollten. Der Besuch von einzelnen Städten, Wanderungen im Gebirge und Erkundungen der Umgebung waren unproblematisch möglich . Wir hatten 12 Tage sehr gutes Wetter und waren dadurch fast immer den ganzen Tag unterwegs.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2017