Kate's Rest

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Freshford with free breakfast

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Living area
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Shower, towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Barna Clomantagh, Lower Via Thurles Co Kilkenny, Freshford, E41 N6C4
  • St. Canice's Cathedral
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Kilkenny Castle
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • The Hub
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

Annex, First Floor Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Self Contained Flat

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Budget Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Apartment with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Budget Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Freshford

Kate's Rest places you 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Irish Fly Fishing and Game Shooting Museum and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from St. Lukes General Hospital. This 6-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • St. Lukes General Hospital - 20 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • St. Canice's Cathedral - 22 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Kilkenny Castle - 24 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Butler House - 24 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • The Hub - 25 min drive - 18.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kilkenny Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barry Morrisseys Bar and Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Valley Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kam Palace - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Forge Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Macari's Take Away - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Kate's Rest

Bed & breakfast in Freshford with free breakfast
Kate's Rest features free WiFi in public areas and a TV in a common area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 20 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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 for incidental charges and 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Kate's Rest Freshford
Kate's Rest Bed & breakfast
Kate's Rest Bed & breakfast Freshford

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Kate's Rest?

Kate's Rest provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

Is parking available on site at Kate's Rest?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Kate's Rest include a casino?

No, Kate's Rest doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kate's Rest?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about Kate's Rest?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will value amenities like free Internet access, garden views in some guestrooms, as well as free breakfast.

Does Kate's Rest have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Kate's Rest feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Kate's Rest offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Kate's Rest allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kate's Rest.

Does Kate's Rest have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kate's Rest?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kate's Rest.

Kate's Rest Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Loved it

Great location not far from Kilkenny, quiet and comfortable. Owner was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Bed and Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Enjoyable 3 nights

Very quaint b and b. Host extremely friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN, LINDENHURST

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ollie was a great host
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, kind and attentive host. Would certainly stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Emilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Gui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tranquille
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

À refaire

Un lieu très reposant et dépaysant loin de l'effervescence. Accueil chaleureux, hôte disponible et de bon conseil pour les visites. Établissement propre, serviettes à disposition
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023