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Spacious four-bed property located in Banagher outside Birr.

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House grounds - ideal for BBQ's
Spacious 4 bed bungalow situated in between the pretty towns of Birr & Banagher.
Cosy sitting room with open fire.
Light filled, spacious well equipped kitchen.
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 71860 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Banagher on the Shannon, Offaly
  • Place, Banagher Town Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Banagher Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, River Shannon Brewery
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spacious four-bed property located in Banagher outside Birr.

Purpose built spacious self-catering bungalow with enclosed garden (an added bonus for parents of young children). Just 2km. from the River Shannon, perfect for a restful break enabling you to unwind and forget your busy schedule. For touring enthusiasts, it is ideally situated in the heart of Ireland with all locations reachable by daily excursions.

Banagher - a picturesque Riverside setting: Banagher uncrowded, rich in history and with a charm all of its own, nestles in the heart of Ireland. Built on the majestic River Shannon, the longest river in the British Isles, it's an ideal base for touring Ireland. It's main attractiveness is it's complete naturalness made up of beautiful rivers and boglands. A fisherman's paradise with the Rivers Shannon, Brosna, Lough Derg, Lough Allen and the Grand Canal. Offaly's unpolluted waters is home to all types of fish - salmon, perch, pike, brown trout, bream, eels, roach and rudd.

Local Attractions:: The Shannon and its tributaries provide opportunities for cruising, sailing, canoeing, fishing and birdwatching while mountains, eskers, bogs and farmland offer a variety of scenery for rambling, climbing, horseriding, cycling or driving. The area is unspoilt, the traffic moderate and most importantly, the people in the countryside, towns and villages are friendly.

For evening entertainment in both Banagher & Birr offers a wide selection of pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes and ages e.g. traditional and modern music pubs, fully licenced restaurants and fast food outlets or join the locals in a card game.

Main Tourist Attractions: The main tourist attractions in Offaly are:-

Clonmacnoise - A famous monastic site founded by St. Kieran in 584 A.D. Ireland's last High King Rory of Connor was buried here in 1198. The site contains a cathedral, eight church ruins, two round towers as well as high crosses, hundreds of monumental slabs and the remains of a castle. It is one of the world's most famous monastic sites.

Birr Castle Demesne - In the beautiful heritage town of Birr, famous for its Georgian architecture is one of Europe's finest ornamental gardens with exotic blooms and shrubs. It also features the world's tallest boxwood hedges and a giant telescope built in 1845.

Lough Boora Discovery Park - Nature lover's paradise with walking and cycling trails and a fairy trail for the younger children.

Victoria Lock & Meelick Weir - Built in 1843 during the reign of Queen Victoria. Also features a newly reconstructed pedestrian bridge over the River Shannon allowing you to watch the rapids as they flow underneath your feet.

Tullamore Dew Distillery Visitor Experience - Whiskey Tasting & guided tours.
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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Birr

Located in Birr, this vacation home is in a rural area. Fort Eliza and Birr Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at River Shannon Brewery and Banagher Marina. With canoeing and motor boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Banagher on the Shannon, Offaly

What's nearby

  • Banagher Town Centre - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Banagher Library - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Banagher Marina - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • River Shannon Brewery - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fort Eliza - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Roscrea Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flynns Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Takeaway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hough's Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Angelos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Corrigans Corner House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious four-bed property located in Banagher outside Birr. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious four-bed property located in Banagher outside Birr.?

As of Mar 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious four-bed property located in Banagher outside Birr. on May 8, 2026 start from $166, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

Where is Spacious four-bed property located in Banagher outside Birr. located?

This family-friendly Birr vacation home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Banagher Library, Banagher Town Centre and River Shannon Brewery. Fort Eliza and Banagher Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Therese D.

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

Banagher Stay

Great size house to stay in Had everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Ireland holiday

The property was great, had everything you need, spacious, a home from home, just two miles from Banagher which had good shops and pubs, thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Eric C.

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

Pleasure

It was ideal for us as fishermen, property was not far from several fishing waters. Short driving distance to shopping and pubs .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Perfect home from home

Super, friendly host Joe met us and gave us an insight into the local area and lots of information. There was just the two of us but the property could easily accommodate seven people. All the facilities that we required, a true home from home. Perfect location for our days out both locally and as far as Waterford, Dublin, Galway and Westport. Thanks again Joe.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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Fantastic first visit to Ireland

The accommodation was fantastic (we were even surprised with cake for coffee). The cottage also left nothing to be desired. The surroundings are super. A great chance find for us was the castle and the associated garden in Birr (about 10 minutes drive) also recommendable are the pubs in Banagher. We would unreservedly recommend the accommodation to our friends.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Dream come true.

Ireland and this house exceeded our expectations. Four women ages 50-70. Everyone left completely satisfied. Host was helpful and kind. It’s in a remote area but we knew that before we went. A 2 minute drive into the town of Banagher and a 40 minute walk.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Family Christmas

From start to finish we were made to feel most welcome. Even on our morning walks the local drivers all waved and said good morning. We are from the UK and the US. This charming house provided us with a perfect base to explore the area and also hunker down and enjoy our family time. Joe and Carmen are the kindest hosts. There were delicious treats in the kitchen to make our arrival Even sweeter. We will definitely be back at some point during the warmer months! Lots of quaint villages and bigger towns nearby, can’t wait to come back and explore even more! Thank you!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Glebe House, Banagher

We have stayed at Glebe House on a number of occassions both for family holidays and as part of a group taking part in the Banagher Fishing Festivals .We have always found the house to be spotless and extremely comfortable. The owners Mary and Michael always give a warm welcome and are on hand if required. We would have no hesitation recommending this property and speak of it regularly with great fondness. There are many good Pubs in the town and especially enjoy our time in Flynn's Bar & Lounge where Eugene and his staff are extremely friendly. lots to see and do in the area . Neil, Michelle & Matthew, Pudsey , West Yorkshire
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugene H.

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

Great facilities for a family close to Banagher

We received a warm welcome from Joe, who explained all the features of the property .The property is great for anyone looking for a disabled friendly property with a wet room and everything at ground level. No waiting for the bathroom as you have a choice of three. The washing machine and dryer was an asset on wet days. Banagher is located about a mile away in the car ,a superb supermarket and a couple of decent pubs. Joe was available for any enquiries we had. I will definately be back on the stenth of my recent visit.Cheers.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

A great Irish holiday

I was lucky enough to tag along and with Three friends (all family) on an Irish holiday at the beginning of May for 5 days. I arranged the housing and was lucky enough to find this house and was even luckier to speak with Mary over the phone. Michael and Mary had the house very clean and even a fire started for us on our arrival, wihch made for some serious napping after a full day of traveling from the states. We used this house as a central location (being 1.5 hours from Dublin) to get out and see the major attractions. We were 1.5 from the Cliffs and Cork and Cobh. Each day we looked very forward to getting back to this house after a full day of site seeing. I recommend this house to anyone with transportation and willing to be able to relaxe in this small town at night. A great time had by all.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Super house for our family of 4

Joe and family were the perfect hosts for our trip to County Offaly. Before arriving Joe provided helpful information on things to see and do in the area. On arrival Joe was there to meet us with a warm welcome and he had left us some sweet treats and set up games in the garden for our sons 9 & 12. The house was very clean, comfortable and spacious for our family of 4. It had all the facilities that you would need. We felt right at home. The location of the house was perfect for us to use a base from which to explore the county and beyond. We were lucky to visit when there were parades and fairs on in both Banagh and Birr which were great fun. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to this part of Ireland and would definitely recommend a stay in Joe's house. Thank you for a great holiday and for all those little extra touches that make this a memorable visit for us. Katherine, Sean, Jake & Lewis
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heike B.

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Power of Ireland

A memorable stay at Hynes Self Catering. A perfectly located gem in the middle of Ireland. Ideal base for travelling both locally and around Ireland. We covered all parts of Ireland. Lots of lovely castles including Ashford Castle,and traditional Irish pubs to Kylemore Abbey to Powerscourt Waterfall. All trips achievable within a day. Local attractions visited were Leap Castle, River Shannon and Tullamore Dew. The towns of Banagher and Birr hosted many restaurants and bars. JJ Houghs in Banagher is a must to visit. We got some Guinness glasses to take away. A lovely souvenir from Banagher! The Dungeon bar in Kinnitty Castle Hotel is only 20Km away and offers a relaxed atmosphere and well worth a visit! The hosts were warm and welcoming and made sure we were well looked after. Joe provided us with lots of tips for sightseeing and was very attentive and helpful.The house is well equipped and spacious for families and groups of all ages. We highly recommend this property and location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Laure B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La maison est très grande et très agréable, très bien équipée et propre. Joseph est un hôte incroyable, très réactif et très aimable, avec beaucoup de bons conseils pour visiter la région. Merci pour les attentions très appréciables à notre arrivée. Nous avons passé un magnifique séjour, au calme, dans la campagne. Le village de Banagher à quelques km offre toutes les commodités. Ne pas manquer le pub JJ Hough, très typique, avec une magnifique ambiance et une super musique !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

Terrie H.

Lovely house, central location!

We really enjoyed our stay! The house had lots of amenities and we really appreciated the brochures that helped us plan our day trips.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

A well fitted-out property in a nice central location

We appreciated the space and the wet room for our wheelchair user. A few more kitchen utensils would have been welcome. We enjoyed relaxing at the property, and also visited local towns and even spent a day on the beach near Galway,
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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An excellent place to stay

A group of us parents traveled from Canada to see our kids who were touring with our local Marching Band in Ireland. The house was an excellent central location for us. It was also the best place we could have chosen to stay. The owners were so warm and welcoming. We recommend renting from Mary in a hearbeat. There was so much to see and do in the area. We had an excellent stay.

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Hosted by Carmel and Joseph Hynes

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