Set 31 km from Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and 34 km from Kilkenny Railway Station, Preston House features free WiFi and units equipped with a kitchen, terrace and seating area. With quiet street views, this accommodation features a patio. Guests can make use of the children's playground or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the garden and inner courtyard. The units come with air conditioning, a dishwasher, an oven, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a desk. The apartment complex offers certain units that feature a safety deposit box, and the units have a private bathroom and a wardrobe. At the apartment complex, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests may chill out in the on-site lounge, while a grocery delivery service is also available. For guests with children, the apartment provides an indoor play area. A car rental service is available at Preston House, while fishing and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Kilkenny Castle is 35 km from the accommodation, while Carlow Town Hall is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Waterford, 94 km from Preston House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 5:
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 6:
1 single bed
and
2 extra-large double beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Abbeyleix
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  • Davis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Couple & dog had a recent great stay in Preston House. The spacious accommodation in historic Preston House suited us & our dog very well. We enjoyed having the use of the kitchen & brought food in to cook when there was nowhere dog friendly open...
  • Johannes
    Sweden Sweden
    Lovely house in a lovely little town. Ross was super friendly and generous.
  • James
    Ireland Ireland
    Beautiful house, ideal for a night in abbeyleix. Bramley and Morrissey's are a must visit also. Ross is a great host and laid everything out very well for us. Will return
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Ross

Company review score: 9.8Based on 108 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I am delighted to share Preston House with guests so they can have a truly authentic experience living in an 18th Century Georgian House. I've done extensive work to modernize Preston House ensuring your stay will be memorable and in the hope that you'll leave loving the property as much as I do.

Property information

We are delighted that you have found our beautifully restored 18th Century Georgian House, with a private courtyard and wooded garden, located on the Main Street of the picturesque Heritage Town of Abbeyleix. Preston House is the perfect space to unite friends and family for private self-catering parties. Boasting the home from home comforts of a fully equipped country kitchen, a drawing room, sitting room & two dining rooms, our six luxurious suites are individually decorated with a quirky mix of contemporary and antique furnishings, providing ample living space to comfortably accommodate 12-14 people. Preston is a perfect base to explore Ireland’s Ancient East & Hidden Heartlands.

Neighbourhood information

Preston House is on the main street of Abbeyleix village. Loafing up the main street you'll be met with a variety of quirky local stores, cafes and bars. Saturdays farmers market is a real experience to be cherished while bantering away with the producers and locals whom you'll see queuing for their weekly fresh produce in the town centre Heritage Market Square. Explore the architecture of the beautifully restored town library with it's award winning design and interior.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Preston House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Air conditioning
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Services & Extras
  • Executive lounge access
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Transport
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Children's playground
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Preston House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 1 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 0. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Cot upon request
Extra bed upon request
Free
7 - 8 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 12:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Preston House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 12:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of € 1 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Preston House

  • Preston House is 200 yards from the centre of Abbeyleix. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Preston House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Preston House on this page.

  • Yes, Preston House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Preston House can accommodate the following group size:

    • 16 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Preston House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 6 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at Preston House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Preston House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.