Townsend House Guest House, Birr
Overview
Located a mere 5 minutes on foot from the large Birr Castle Gardens, the 3-star Townsend House Guest House Birr has a sun terrace. Featuring a restaurant, this Birr guest house is 2.6 km from Crinkill Barracks.
Location
The centre of Birr can be reached within a 5-minute walk. Standing approximately a 10-minute stroll from Birr Castle, the hotel is within easy reach of Cumberland Column Monument.
Emmet Square bus stop is also situated merely 400 metres from this Birr property. Townsend House Guest House in Birr is 110 km from Shannon airport.
Rooms
Overlooking the garden, the 12 rooms are appointed with an iron and ironing board, as well as modern facilities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a radio. They have a cosy interior. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and a shower cap, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower.
Eat & Drink
You can enjoy a Mediterranean cuisine in the Townsend House located in close proximity to this Birr hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Darts
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Free shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Whiskey tastingFor those who enjoy a stronger drink, a whiskey-tasting session is available.
Storytelling nightOnce a week, a local storyteller shares tales of Irish folklore and tradition with guests.
Irish dance lessonsGuests can learn traditional Irish dancing styles with a local dance instructor.
Guided garden tourThe guest house boasts a beautiful, expansive garden, and guests can take a guided tour to learn about the various plants and flowers.
Historical tour of the houseThe house has a rich history, and guests can learn about it through a tour with a local historian.
Art classA local artist offers art classes to guests, teaching them about various techniques and mediums.
- Cooking class
- Music session
- Wine tasting
- Horseback riding
- Fishing excursion
- Hiking excursion
- Foraging expedition
Location
* Situated in the historic town of Birr, the property is near Birr Castle Demesne, Birr Theatre & Arts Centre, and Georgian townhouses. * The area brims with heritage sites like Clonmacnoise monastic settlement, Charleville Castle, and Tullamore Dew Visitor Centre, and offers dining choices from traditional pubs to local eateries. * Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, Birr offers Lough Derg lakeside amenities, Grand Canal greenway trail, and Slieve Bloom Mountains for hiking.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants