Castle in Kilkenny Ireland - PLS READ BEFORE CONTACTING.
300
GP/Night
House
Secondary residence
sleeps 13
10 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
2000 m²
4 single beds
3 double beds
2 simple extra beds
1 Portable crib
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What you will love about this home
PRIMARILY A RENTAL PROPERTY. WE JUST SWAP FOR OUR ANNUAL LEAVE. NO SWAPS AVAILABLE HIGH SEASON
WE HAVE TO PAY €450 CLEANING FEE. SWAPS MUST COVER THIS COST. MIN 3+ NIGHTS FOR GPS
INFO; 4 Bedrooms, sleeps 10
Bedroom 1: 1 double and 2 singles.
Bedroom 2: 1 double
Bedroom 3: 2 singles
Bedroom 4: 1 double
You wont find anything like it!! Stay in an authentic 16th Century Tower House
My dad was a Scottish engineer who moved to Ireland to marry my mum, an artist. It was a romantic dream of theirs to restore it from its roofless state. They forecast it to take five years but a trip to Africa, rebuilding the Coach-House alongside it and three kids along the way, in addition to lots of other restoration issues, meant it took nearly 25!
Ground Floor – Entrance & Kitchen
The ground floor was originally used to store goods, but also people and livestock in times of danger. Now it has a fully fitted kitchen, with every modern convenience that you would find at home. You can, therefore, cook a medieval feast without the medieval cooking appliances. Going through the back door, you enter the secluded south facing patio area with a large fireplace that can be used for a BBQ or open fire. Garden furniture is supplied.
First Floor – Master Bedroom & Bathroom
The first floor was once used for sleeping and storage. Now it consists of an immense bedroom with a four-poster bed and niches in the walls for sleeping. It is an ideal family room or honeymoon suite. On this floor, there is also a smaller double room and a very elegant bathroom. The bathroom contains a huge Victorian bath along with all the modern conveniences one expects.
Second Floor – Dining Room
On the second floor, you enter a substantial room with deep niches in the walls which were once used as beds. During the daytime, these niches were covered by hanging tapestries and the room was used as a living space. Now, this floor is a huge double-height dining room, complete with chandelier!
The room has a medieval stone fireplace, a long dining table with church pews seating up to 10 people. Off this room is a comfortable bedroom containing two single beds and windows overlooking the castle grounds. There is also a shower room with a toilet, shower, and hand basin.
Third Floor – Chapel Room
The third floor, with its vaulted ceiling, is now a bedroom. Once, this room was the family chapel. This floor also has a shower room with a toilet and sink. From a little hallway, you can peep through a narrow doorway onto the dining room.
Fourth Floor – Drawing Room & Ramparts
The drawing-room on the fourth floor, with its immense chandelier.
The fourth and top floor, once the state apartment, is now a magnificent baronial drawing-room. The room has an oak-beamed ceiling (left exposed), a stone fireplace, and a giant chandelier, which all help to maintain a traditional feel. There are several lounge seats, a table, and chairs, plus a beautifully hand-crafted swing in one of the alcoves.
The four windows, each facing the cardinal points, offer magnificent views. There is also a secret room, once used as a priests’ hole, or to keep prisoners. Stairs lead up to the ramparts, where on a fine day you can see Mount Leinster or Slievenamon.
WE HAVE TO PAY €450 CLEANING FEE. SWAPS MUST COVER THIS COST. MIN 3+ NIGHTS FOR GPS
INFO; 4 Bedrooms, sleeps 10
Bedroom 1: 1 double and 2 singles.
Bedroom 2: 1 double
Bedroom 3: 2 singles
Bedroom 4: 1 double
You wont find anything like it!! Stay in an authentic 16th Century Tower House
My dad was a Scottish engineer who moved to Ireland to marry my mum, an artist. It was a romantic dream of theirs to restore it from its roofless state. They forecast it to take five years but a trip to Africa, rebuilding the Coach-House alongside it and three kids along the way, in addition to lots of other restoration issues, meant it took nearly 25!
Ground Floor – Entrance & Kitchen
The ground floor was originally used to store goods, but also people and livestock in times of danger. Now it has a fully fitted kitchen, with every modern convenience that you would find at home. You can, therefore, cook a medieval feast without the medieval cooking appliances. Going through the back door, you enter the secluded south facing patio area with a large fireplace that can be used for a BBQ or open fire. Garden furniture is supplied.
First Floor – Master Bedroom & Bathroom
The first floor was once used for sleeping and storage. Now it consists of an immense bedroom with a four-poster bed and niches in the walls for sleeping. It is an ideal family room or honeymoon suite. On this floor, there is also a smaller double room and a very elegant bathroom. The bathroom contains a huge Victorian bath along with all the modern conveniences one expects.
Second Floor – Dining Room
On the second floor, you enter a substantial room with deep niches in the walls which were once used as beds. During the daytime, these niches were covered by hanging tapestries and the room was used as a living space. Now, this floor is a huge double-height dining room, complete with chandelier!
The room has a medieval stone fireplace, a long dining table with church pews seating up to 10 people. Off this room is a comfortable bedroom containing two single beds and windows overlooking the castle grounds. There is also a shower room with a toilet, shower, and hand basin.
Third Floor – Chapel Room
The third floor, with its vaulted ceiling, is now a bedroom. Once, this room was the family chapel. This floor also has a shower room with a toilet and sink. From a little hallway, you can peep through a narrow doorway onto the dining room.
Fourth Floor – Drawing Room & Ramparts
The drawing-room on the fourth floor, with its immense chandelier.
The fourth and top floor, once the state apartment, is now a magnificent baronial drawing-room. The room has an oak-beamed ceiling (left exposed), a stone fireplace, and a giant chandelier, which all help to maintain a traditional feel. There are several lounge seats, a table, and chairs, plus a beautifully hand-crafted swing in one of the alcoves.
The four windows, each facing the cardinal points, offer magnificent views. There is also a secret room, once used as a priests’ hole, or to keep prisoners. Stairs lead up to the ramparts, where on a fine day you can see Mount Leinster or Slievenamon.
What you will love about this neighborhood
Our local area is a hub of hidden gems from castles to organic Apple farms that brew gin and vodka to the Medieval Mile of Kilkenny linking on to Ireland's Ancient East. You could spend all of your time here but also have very easy access to the rest of Ireland
I have a file full of local information and sites that I can send you on booking.
I have a file full of local information and sites that I can send you on booking.
Additional information
THIS IS NOT YOUR NORMAL HOME SWAP
**You MUST like an authentic experience if you are to enjoy your stay here**
There are little quirks and due to the nature of the building it may have some draughts, dust,drips or damp depending on the weather.
To allow us to keep our unique property on home exchange we do need to cover high running fees, therefore there is a €450 cleaning fee for stays.
**You MUST like an authentic experience if you are to enjoy your stay here**
There are little quirks and due to the nature of the building it may have some draughts, dust,drips or damp depending on the weather.
To allow us to keep our unique property on home exchange we do need to cover high running fees, therefore there is a €450 cleaning fee for stays.
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Location
Countryside
City
Amenities
Our basics
Fridge
Freezer
Oven
Microwave oven
Heating system
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Bathtub
WiFi
Unique Facilities
Private parking space
Fireplace
Private garden
Balcony / terrace
BBQ
Cleaning person
Kids Friendly
Baby gear
Eco-Friendly Amenities
Selective waste sorting
House rules
Children welcome
Pets welcome
Map
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Does this accommodation have a garden?
Yes, this accommodation has a garden. You will find more details about the garden and other facilities on this page.
Is this accommodation suitable for remote workers?
Yes, this accommodation has a wifi connection. We recommend that you discuss this with the host to ensure that the connection speed is sufficient for your needs.
Is there a parking space for this accommodation?
Yes, this accommodation has one or more parking spaces.
How many rooms for sleeping are there in this accommodation?
This accommodation has 10 bedrooms.
What is the surface area of this accommodation?
The surface of this accommodation is 2000m2.
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