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A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.
Holiday home in Mountrath with kitchenette
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
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Mountrath, Laois
- Slieve Bloom
- Ballaghmore Castle25 min drive
- Leap Castle33 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.
The Writer's Cottage is a tiny old stone cottage for two, tucked away in the corner of the Kitchen Garden on the early Georgian estate of Roundwood House. It sits under a giant oak tree and provides a complete escape from the the hustle and bustle of modern living. Travel writer, Pol O’Conghaile, lists it in the Irish Independent as one of the “ten best Irish hidey-holes guaranteed to erase memories of the nine to five”.
If room to swing a cat is a priority, then the Writer's Cottage is probably not for you. However, if romantic, secluded, quaint and a breath of fresh air is what you’re looking for, you’ll love it!
Guests staying in the Writer's Cottage not only have access to 18 acres of park and woodland but also to the Main House, an 18th century Palladian Villa, where dinner and breakfast can be booked. There is also an impressive Library of Civilization in the Old Coach House with a collection of over 2000 books for guests' enjoyment.
The Writer's Cottage has a small kitchenette with a 2 ring hob, mini convection oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge. There is no washing machine or dryer, but there are laundry services available in Roundwood House if required.
WiFi is available in the Writer's Cottage upon request. Guests that require high speed internet access are always welcome to make themselves comfortable in the Library where we have fibre-optic broadband. The only exception to this is when the Library has been pre-booked on an exclusive basis.
If room to swing a cat is a priority, then the Writer's Cottage is probably not for you. However, if romantic, secluded, quaint and a breath of fresh air is what you’re looking for, you’ll love it!
Guests staying in the Writer's Cottage not only have access to 18 acres of park and woodland but also to the Main House, an 18th century Palladian Villa, where dinner and breakfast can be booked. There is also an impressive Library of Civilization in the Old Coach House with a collection of over 2000 books for guests' enjoyment.
The Writer's Cottage has a small kitchenette with a 2 ring hob, mini convection oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge. There is no washing machine or dryer, but there are laundry services available in Roundwood House if required.
WiFi is available in the Writer's Cottage upon request. Guests that require high speed internet access are always welcome to make themselves comfortable in the Library where we have fibre-optic broadband. The only exception to this is when the Library has been pre-booked on an exclusive basis.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Mountrath
Located in Mountrath, this holiday home is in a rural area. Irish High Cross Kinnitty and Bernard's Pyramid are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Slieve Bloom and Lough Boora Parklands. Stradbally Narrow Gauge Steam Train and Ballintubbert Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, horse riding and mountain biking nearby.

Mountrath, Laois
What's nearby
- O'Moore Park - 18 min drive - 22.1 km
- Ballaghmore Castle - 25 min drive - 22.3 km
- Leap Castle - 33 min drive - 30.9 km
- Birr Castle - 36 min drive - 38.9 km
- Kilkenny Castle - 56 min drive - 65.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Gabriel's Kitchen - 6 min drive
- Mariana’s Diner - 6 min drive
- The Cozy Café - 6 min drive
- Brilliant Royal Asian Restaurant and Takeaway - 6 min drive
- Macaris Ratoath - 6 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Hannah Flynn

What makes this property unique
This tiny, secluded cottage is hidden away in a corner of the walled garden of Roundwood House and is ideal for inspiring country holidays or romantic getaways. We think Hansel and Gretel may have been the original tenants! Travel writer, Pol O’Conghaile, lists it in the Irish Independent as one of the “ten best Irish hidey-holes guaranteed to erase memories of the nine to five”.
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English
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