The Gardens at Birr Castle have a rich history attached to them. They were originally landscaped around the lake in the 18th century by Sir William Parsons, and over the generations of the Parsons family have gathered an amazing collection of rare plants on their travels around the world. The award winning fomal gardens set among the 50 hectacres proudly boast the world’s tallest box hedges as well as rare trees and plants as well as wonderful and walks along peaceful rivers and lake rivers lake.
Further details https://birrcastle.com/gardens/
Emo Court is a stunning estate rich in history and natural beauty. With parklands open 365 days a year, the gardens are wonderful at any time of year. Enjoy the mile-long Wellingtonia Avenue, flanked by giant Sequoia trees planted in 1853, wander among the elegant yews and statuary of the formal lawns, or take in the Lakeside Loop. Keep an eye out for Irish red squirrels, which are native to the estate, and rare birds including buzzards and egrets.
Further details www.emocourt.ie
Gash Gardens near Castletown Co Laois were established over 25 years ago. The gardens have evolved from a farm paddock where cows once grazed into a plantsperson’s oasis that now covers an area of approximately 4 acres. These well kept gardens progress through 3 distinct areas: a semi-formal gravel garden where rambling pathways lead through billowing displays of flower and foliage, a lawn area punctuated with colourful herbaceous borders and fine specimen trees, and a looped riverside walk where nature abounds.
Further details www.gashgardens.ie
The enchanting eighteenth-century landscaped gardens at Heywood , near Ballinakill, County Laois, consists of gardens, lakes, woodland and some exciting architectural features. The park is set into a sweeping hillside. The formal gardens which are the centrepiece of the property were designed by the architect Sir Edwin Lutyens.
Further details https://heritageireland.ie/places-to-visit/heywood-gardens/
Clonohill Gardens are set at the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains near Coolrain The gardens are the spledid creation of floral artist Enda Thompson. On a one acre site the gardens have been designed and developed to enhance the existing landscape, and featre many interesting and unusual plants with many mature trees providing a shady home for woodland treasures. Laois angling centre is also located on the same site.
Further details www.laoisanglingcentre.ie
We are delighted to be ranked in the top 10% of hotels worldwide on Trip Advisor and receive the Traveller’s Choice Award 2020
This place is magic! Chris is amazing, knowledgeable and fun. We were only here for one night and wish we had stayed for more. It was clean,... read more cozy and perfect. We compared every other stay to this one and Ardmore Country House was our favorite. Rooms were clean, super comfy and well equipped. Breakfast was delish and great brown bread!! We went to the local pub and had an super fun night - Thanks Chris for joining us and for the laughs and for all the recommendations that we used on the rest of our trip.
The lovely gardens and rooms made our stay very enjoyable, Chris couldn't do enough for us... read more and made us feel very comfortable, giving us advise on walks and cooking up a fantastic breakfast . I couldn't recommend this place enough .
This is a perfect location to go hiking, biking and drives around the mountains. Birr is just a short 15 min drive away. I'd highly recommend the Riverside restaurant for dinner.
She steered us in the right direction for sights we would be interested in and not too far away. The breakfasts are... read more HUGE and delicious!! The cheese scones are a must!
I highly recommend the B&B! We were there for 3 nights and had a wonderful visit.
Christina is happy to offer suggestions of activities and sights around the area as well - including out of ordinary places to see and explore.
We give 5 stars to this lovely accommodation and would gladly return.
The bedroom was a giant hug! The fluffy bed smelled slightly of lavender Her breakfast is fresh off the farm or at least it tastes like it is. I could fan girl all day about this place.
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A highlight was tea and scones served on the lawn on arrival and a warm welcome from Chris. Home-cooked breakfast was delicious especially the homemade brown bread - all much better than mass-produced hotel fare.
Probably the best B&B we've stayed in so we will definitely be back, hopefully for longer next time..
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