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Townsend House Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Birr Castle

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Front of property - evening/night
Interior detail
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Terrace/patio
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Townsend Street, Townparks, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42TK88
  • Birr Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Woodland Cottage Garden
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Leap Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Birr

Townsend House Guest House is within a 15-minute walk of popular attractions such as Birr Castle. This 10-room, 3-star guesthouse has private in-room hot tubs along with free breakfast and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Birr Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Woodland Cottage Garden - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Birr Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Leap Castle - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Clonmacnoise - 33 min drive - 23.3 miles

Getting around

  • Roscrea Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tonys Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Parkers Of Riverstown, Birr Co. Offaly - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Villa Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Thatch The - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Townsend House Guest House

Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Birr Castle
Townsend House Guest House features free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Private hot tubs, coffee makers, and free newspapers are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Townsend House Tapas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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 credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Townsend House Guest House?

Townsend House Guest House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Townsend House Guest House?

This guesthouse is located in Birr within a short 11-minute walk of Birr Castle. Birr Golf Club is also within a driving distance of 2.5 mi.

Will I be able to park at Townsend House Guest House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Townsend House Guest House feature a casino?

No, Townsend House Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Townsend House Guest House?

No, there is no indoor pool on site; however, each accommodation at this guesthouse features a private hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Townsend House Guest House?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Townsend House Guest House have a hot tub?

Yes, this guesthouse features private spa tubs in all accommodations.

Does Townsend House Guest House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Townsend House Guest House serves free full breakfasts at Townsend House Tapas each morning.

Does Townsend House Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Townsend House Guest House.

Are there connecting rooms at Townsend House Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Townsend House Guest House?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Townsend House Guest House.

Townsend House Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will be back again soon.

Lovely welcome from real family business. We didn't eat in the evening but the Tapas looks excellent. Breakfast was as your mother would make it. Room was large and comfortable. It is an old Georgian building so don't expect 4* but do expect a lovely stay in this unique Georgian Town with its quirky history and lovely streets. Will be back again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mairead

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Host

Fabulous house with a brilliant host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked that it was in a good central location for our plans. We were disappointed that even after talking direct to the owner requesting a Gluten Free breakfast that this was not available and that although we arrived slightly late to breakfast all the bacon had been eaten. We found the stairs extremely dirty and rooms dusty.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The attentiveness of the staff was second to none.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Willand

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic 4 night stay at Townsend House. The guesthouse is superb and in a great location, close to the town. Martin and Lorraine were brilliant hosts, they couldn’t do enough for us. The accommodation was spotless, with lovely decor and a comfortable bed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Suzanna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family room stay

Very kind and friendly host. Great location in town and easy parking. Lovely breakfast Great tapas, but think bar food not Spanish tapas. Took our toddler, they were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Sheila

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Not a great stay overall

Not a great stay. Family room too small for a family of 4. You have to walk sideways to get to the side of some of the beds. The weather was warm and heat in room was unbearable. Found items of clothing left behind by previous guests. Owners were lovely. But unfortunately we needed breakfast at 7.45 and this could not be facilitated. They were good enough to reduce the price a little because of this.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018