Ballyhoura Farm Escape Experience with Alpacas & Fairy Forest

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Welcome to Ballyhoura Farm Escape Experience with Alpacas & Fairy Forest: Located in Houndscourt, Ballyorgan, Kilfinane, Ballyorgan Co Limerick, Ireland, this homestay offers a serene garden and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor play area, seating area, or picnic area. Comfortable Accommodations: The property features family rooms with private bathrooms, mountain views, and parquet floors. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, and TV. Free on-site private parking is available. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling in the surrounding area. The homestay is 74 km from Cork Airport and near attractions such as Limerick Greyhound Stadium (47 km), Castletroy Golf Club (47 km), and University of Limerick (49 km). Highly Rated by Guests: Guests appreciate the friendly host and the beautiful garden views. The property is highly rated for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent facilities.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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2 single beds
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1 double bed
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1 double bed
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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paul
    Ireland Ireland
    “It was our second visit to Ballyhoura farm escape and we enjoyed every single minute. It is great value for money in a very nice area and the owner did a lot for us. It’s in a beautiful location peaceful. We would recommend to anyone because it...”
  • Nikhil
    India India
    “Comfortable stay, good play area and activities for children. Farm experience with animals was nice”
  • Francis
    Ireland Ireland
    “The hosts were very friendly and the farm was brilliant. Anne and William have a fantastic place.”
  • Claire
    Ireland Ireland
    “We loved our one night stay at Ballyhoura Farm Escape. Our children aged 9 and 12 had a magical time on the farm feeding the animals. Ann and William have a lovely home and the farm experience is truly wonderful for young and old. Our room was...”
  • Marc
    Spain Spain
    “Really lovely property with a wonderful warm welcome & every need facilitated. Highly recommended”
  • Nuria
    Spain Spain
    “Family súper place! It was Really nice experience and close to farm animals world!! Owners were so kind that it was incredible 2 nights. Kids Also had fun feeding the lambs and Really great hospitality from the beggining.”
  • Naomi
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “Fantastic hosts in a beautiful setting. More than enough to do on and around the grounds.”
  • Bernard
    Ireland Ireland
    “Anne & William were the best hosts. The room was spotless. We were very happy with everything. The kids absolutely loved the farm animals and the highlight was definitely feeding the baby lambs but everything was just perfect. Would highly...”
  • Thomas
    France France
    “The place was perfect. We had a really nice gateaway weekend. The area is beautiful and calm, perfect for a nice rest. The welcome from Anne and William was great and we had a really nice time with them with the animals present on the farm. I...”
  • Martina
    Slovenia Slovenia
    “We loved everything. The kids enjoyed all te wonderful friendly animals, which they could pet. The hostel was so friendly and left us some juice, milk, bread and other stuff, so we didn't have to worry about breakfast. Thank you for the relaxing...”

Managed by Anne & William

Company review score: 10Based on 59 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Anne & William along with our 2 kids Dara & Ava & Daisy our Dog.

Property information

Ballyhoura Farm Escape has a beautiful panoramic setting including a landscaped garden with a private car park. It offers high standard of accommodation consisting of 1 large bright family bedroom with private ensuite TV & free Wi-Fi Located on the historic 120-acre Houndscourt Estate, home to the hounds of nearby Castle Oliver in the 1800's. • Run by the Drake family William, Anne and their children who are now the 4th generation of Drakes to take care of the land. • Set in a truly unique location in the heart of Ballyhoura with the Ballyhoura Mountains for a backdrop and the crystal clear waters of the Molana river flowing through their working beef farm and creating the perfect setting for a mindful escape. Our Ethos • Ballyhoura Farm Excape operates with a Leave No Trace ethos so you can be assured your visit has a positive impact on our local community and environment. • Ballyhoura Farm Excape works closely with the local community including food and beverage, photography so you can be assured that the benefits of your visit spread to the wider community.

Neighbourhood information

Failte Ireland Approved.We offer a private room within our family home suitable for families & couples. Ballyhoura Farm Escape is nestled in the heart of the Ballyhoura Mountains where the River Molanna Flows through our Working Beef Farm.There are a great variety of outdoor activities, to be immersed in, such as the Ballyhoura Walking Loops, Irelands Largest Mountain Biking Trail Centre , Horse Treking all within 5 mins drive. We also have onsite farm animals, Alpacas, Pet Black Nose Valais Lambs Pigs Falabella Minature Horses, Sheep Chickens Cattle, where our guests can meet & greet. Castle Oliver View.. We are 35 mins to Ballyhass Lakes. 20 mins to Doneraile Park 30 mins to Lough Gur 25 mins to Mitchelstown Caves 5 minutes to the local pub Nualas The Village Inn. Local Towns Doneraile Mitchelstown Charleville Kilmallock has a variety of lovely restaurants all within 20 mins drive.Local Villages Kilfinane & Kildorrery have small supermarkets chemist's pubs takeaways 10 mins drive. 1 hour from both Cork & Shannon Airports. 20 mins from Charleville Train Station.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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