Townsend House Guest House
Townsend Street, Birr, Ireland – Excellent location - show map
Townsend House Guest House
Boasting a garden and views of garden, Townsend House Guest House is a guest house situated in a historic building in Birr, 34 km from Cross of the Scriptures. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The units come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. A seating area is available to all guests, while some rooms come with a DVD player. At the guest house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests may relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. You can play darts at this 3-star guest house, and the area is popular for cycling and fishing. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this guest house offers ample opportunities to chill out. Tullamore Dew Heritage Centre is 36 km from the guest house, while Dun na Si Heritage & Genealogical Centre is 40 km away. Shannon Airport is 104 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- PPeter
Germany“It is a very lovely period property with many original features and charm. The modern tapas style restaurant added on to the property is very tastefully decorated. Food was nice also.” - Seán
Ireland“A lovely central spot in Birr Town centre. For breakfast, they also had a nice veggie option!” 
John Ireland“Birr is a lovely town. The castle is amazing. Townshend house was really nice, in beautiful condition and very clean. The tapas restaurant is a great space & very popular with guests. We will definitely go back again.”
Anne
United Kingdom“Had dinner and breakfast at the guesthouse, both were fantastic.”
Iain Ireland“Very impressive guest house, full bar and restaurant, with lovely gardens to the rear, spotless throughout, unfortunately didnt get to eat there as it was on a monday and the restaurant was closed but will rectify that next time, more of a small...”- Emma Ireland“Stayed for a few days while working in Birr and it was ideal for a solo traveller. Room was spotless and bed super comfortable.”
Markus
Austria“super breakfast, close to Birr Castle. very well run.”
Gerry Ireland“Great location in a period residence within a two minute walk of the town centre.”
Cathriona Ireland“Room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was great and restaurant food was amazing”
William Ireland“Beautiful house close to Birr Castle with great breakfast. Comfortable beds.”
Managed by Martin and Lorraine Kearns
Company information
Property information
Neighbourhood information
Language spoken
EnglishProperty surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant
- CuisineIrish • European
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
Facilities of Townsend House Guest HouseGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Garden
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Horse ridingAdditional charge
- Cycling
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Tennis courtAdditional charge
- Seating Area
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/champagne
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopying
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
House rulesTownsend House Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
FAQs about Townsend House Guest House
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Check-in at Townsend House Guest House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Yes, Townsend House Guest House is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Townsend House Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Horse riding
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Townsend House Guest House is 350 yards from the centre of Birr. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Townsend House Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Townsend House Guest House has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Room options at Townsend House Guest House include:
- Single
- Family
- Twin
- Double
