Welcome to the County Arms, located in the heart of Ireland, in the beautiful heritage town of Birr, the perfect location to discover all the Midlands has to offer.
The Ring Farmhouse, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is set in Birr, 39 km from Cross of the Scriptures, 41 km from Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre, as well as 44 km from Dun na Si Heritage...
martina
Ireland
Great stay, lovely B&B, highly recommend! Many thanks.
Situated within 39 km of Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre and 43 km of Dun na Si Heritage & Genealogical Centre in Birr, Brona Dempsey features accommodation with seating area.
Keith
Australia
Great location and the host couple went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and welcome
Offering a garden and garden view, Lily's Place - up to 4 persons is set in Birr, 37 km from Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre and 40 km from Dun na Si Heritage & Genealogical Centre.
Cäcilia
Germany
This was a great place to stay. It is located just beside the Birr Castle Estate on a nice quiet street. The hosts were warm and welcoming. They gave us tips on where to eat and places to see. The accomodation was comfortable with outdoor seating in the garden. I would highly reccomend it for a lovely place to stay in Birr.
Set in a period building, Townsend House Guest House offers hearty breakfasts and cosy rooms with free Wi-Fi. The house is situated in Birr centre, just a 5-minute walk from Birr Castle.
Ann Marie
Ireland
The owners are very friendly and very welcoming. Breakfast was lovely.
The Stables Townhouse B&B, is located on the famous Georgian streetscape of Oxmantown Mall, in the heart of Birr and directly opposite Birr Theatre & Arts Centre.
John
Ireland
Beautiful Birr and this central guesthouse- wonderful decor - beside Birr castle that we came to visit. Great food and daytime restaurant attached
Offering city views, Keeles. Is an accommodation located in Birr, 37 km from Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre and 40 km from Dun na Si Heritage & Genealogical Centre.
Kevin
Ireland
Great location, good value for money and suits all your basic needs
Dating back to 1209, this impressive Gothic castle is set within a stunning 650 acres of parkland and forests.
Suzanne
United Kingdom
Absolutely loved this historic hotel and the ancient buildings, monuments and stone circle within the grounds.
Appreciated that the hotel was traditional in its style and decor. Loved our beamed bedroom with views over the deer park. The food was exceptional good and lovely to have several different lounges in which to relax or eat. The staff were friendly and hospitable with gems of knowledge about the building. Wish we had stayed longer.
Shannon Breeze Cottage is located in Ballycrossaun, 34 km from Athlone. Tullamore is 48 km away. Free private parking is available on site. All units have a seating area.
Andreucci
Italy
Small cottage with every necessities, fully equipped kitchen, my friends and I had a lovely time.
Good positions to visit lough Derg.
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Birr is a lovely town - we visited family and friends and...
Birr is a lovely town - we visited family and friends and spent some time exploring the town. We visited Birr Castle and gardens, which are spectacular. We were however disappointed that we could not visit the castle itself as it is a private residence. The town is very tidy and people are friendly.
Gerard
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
We visited the castle grounds which were excellent and much...
We visited the castle grounds which were excellent and much better than we expected.
Town centre has everything and reasonable cafes. Lots of pubs but then it was Ireland! Restaurants a little harder to find.
Walks and good quiet cycling on your doorstep or a short drive.
Paul
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Visit the castle. You could around the grounds for hours.
Visit the castle. You could around the grounds for hours. Lovely science museum in the castle. Lots of shops. Park and walk around it’s busy for driving. Pay your parking ticket wardens around all the time. Didn’t have time to investigate it further. We had all our food a Dooley’s it was fabulous.
Lilian
10
Scored 10
Birr is a beautiful town. It's steeped in history.
Birr is a beautiful town. It's steeped in history. The period houses all around are stunning. Castle tour is highly recommended. Lot's to see and do there. Nolan's pub was very welcoming and a great pint to be had. Kelly's bar is great for food and old fashioned Irish atmosphere and pint of Guinness.
Carol
Ireland
8.0
Scored 8.0
Birr Castle was an enjoyable venue for a day visit.
Birr Castle was an enjoyable venue for a day visit. We had dinner in a local bar/restaurant where the food was good and the staff were friendly. Birr is quite a small town and it can be visited over a two day period. It is also relatively close to the Slieve Blooms which is a good base for walking.
Elizabeth
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Birr is a nice small town with a lovely small park and river...
Birr is a nice small town with a lovely small park and river walk and a fabulous castle and grounds. Kinnity castle is a short drive away and the Slieve Bloom walking trails are worth a visit if you like hiking .
The whole experience of staying right in the heart of Birr the BnB is so well run spotless clean.... Nicer than some Hotels we have stayed in.... We were given free parking right outside our room, the local people are so welcoming and friendly we would highly recommend staying in Emmet house you won't be disappointed we had a lovely breakfast every morning and our host baked a lovely cake for her guests to help themselves to during their stay.
This was a great place to stay. It is located just beside the Birr Castle Estate on a nice quiet street. The hosts were warm and welcoming. They gave us tips on where to eat and places to see. The accomodation was comfortable with outdoor seating in the garden. I would highly reccomend it for a lovely place to stay in Birr.
Carmen is a wonderful hostess. She is kind and eager to share recommendations to travelers to experience her corner of the world, and she definitely elevated our stay in Birr. We learned about Hurling, the wonderful restaurant at which we at dinner, and an historic site on our way to our next stop. She is amazing.
Great location close to the Castle with ample on street parking. The room was clean and comfortable with all modern facilities. Breakfast was outstanding and the decor in the cafe/dining room was great. Would happily recommend and if we're back in Birr again, we will return to The Stables.
This felt more like a boutique hotel than a B&B. The room was quaint and comfortable, the shared spaces on the ground floor were charming and the breakfast was delicious. The location is great - just opposite the castle and convenient if attending a wedding at a local hotel.
Nice location off the main road in view of the Slieve Bloom mountains near Birr town. Welcomed by Carmel and offered fresh milk for the tea facilities in the room. Medium-sized room but good for the price. Warm and peaceful, very comfortable bed. Delicious healthy breakfast.
Fantastic guesthouse located right beside Birr Castle within walking distance of the main street. Fabulous throughout, room very clean and comfortable and really well appointed. Breakfast was excellent. Great attention to detail throughout our stay. Excellent value.
Lovely quiet location easy to walk to from Birr. Comfortable bed and the room was nice and clean. Carmel makes a sensational breakfast! Sausages were just the best and I loved her homemade scones too. Excellent value too, recommended.
Brona was a wonderful host, and we had a very restful stay. The location is a short drive to Birr Castle and downtown, and Brona gave great lunch/dinner recommendations. Facilities were very clean, and the bed was so comfortable.
The room was spectacular!
Big and comfy, exactly as in the pictures and description.
We got a warm welcome, and had a tasty breakfast.
For those who tour around Birr - it is an excellent choice!
We will sure get back again.
Amazing stay at what I can only call a gem in Birr Town. Everything is just a walk away and the house is beautiful with everything needed. Host was also amazing 😊Will definitely return 😊
The room was very comfortable with an en suite bathroom and plenty of room. The accommodation was in a great location for the wedding that we attended and for easy access into Birr.
Location in town and the staff are second to none. The town is underrated as a destination as there are many golf courses nearby and a visit to the castle is a must when in town,
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