Townsend House Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Birr Castle

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Free daily full breakfast
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Classic Twin Room | Garden view
Property entrance
Front of property - evening/night

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
  • Place, Birr Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Clonmacnoise
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Athlone Towncentre
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 4 Queen Beds

Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms

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

Classic Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin 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.

What's nearby

  • Birr Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Woodland Cottage Garden - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Leap Castle - 14 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Clonmacnoise - 29 min drive - 26.3 miles
  • Athlone Towncentre - 39 min drive - 32.6 miles

Getting around

  • Roscrea Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thatch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Parker's Of Riverstown - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Supermac's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Chestnut - ‬5 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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, 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.

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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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.

Is there parking available 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.

Are there hot tubs at Townsend House Guest House?

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

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.