About this property

Historic Charm: Mountrothe House in Paulstown, Kilkenny, is housed in a historic building. The spacious holiday home features seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms, offering a comfortable stay. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace and a beautiful garden. The property includes a lounge, shared kitchen, indoor play area, outdoor seating, picnic area, and a games room. Free WiFi is available throughout. Local Attractions: Kilkenny Railway Station and Kilkenny Castle are 11 mi away. Carlow Town Hall and Carlow Courthouse are 14 mi from the property. Other attractions include Mount Juliet Golf Club at 17 mi. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the room comfort, ensuring a pleasant and relaxing stay.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
and
1 futon bed
Bedroom 3
1 queen bed
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1 futon bed
Bedroom 4
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 5
2 twin beds
Bedroom 6
2 twin beds
Bedroom 7
2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Niamh
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    The property is stunning and we had an amazing time. Emily and Derek went above and beyond to make sure we had an exceptional stay. There was so much space, the house is beautifully decorated and we couldn’t have asked for more from our stay!
  • Matt3f
    Ireland Ireland
    We were a group of friends on a weekend away and had an amazing stay at this country house. Very well equipped kitchen (including a welcome hamper), lovely outdoor BBQ area at back and sun room. Beds are very comfortable. Derek and Emily were very...
  • Kellie
    Ireland Ireland
    The space in the house for such a large group. The cleanliness and facilities in the house.
  • Carrie
    Ireland Ireland
    We had the most amazing weekend for my 60th birthday. There was room for everyone and we just loved Mountrothe House. Emily was so helpful and the house is super amazing.
  • Olwen
    United States United States
    We stayed at Mountrothe house for my friend’s hen party and every detail was perfect for a group booking. The house was easy to find and had plenty parking. The house is prettier than the pictures and has everything you could possibly need for...
  • Anita
    Ireland Ireland
    Everything. The house is just stunning. Emily & Derek were excellent. So responsive on run up to the trip and welcoming on arrival. The food hamper and prosecco (already chilling-in the wine fridge) were so appreciated and a wonderful touch. The...
  • Jo
    Ireland Ireland
    Comfortable and cosy stay in winter. We booked for a gathering of friends and we had a lovely stay. The period house is fantastic, it is full of character, has interesting features, spotlessly clean, warm and well equipped. It is large and...
  • Liadh
    Ireland Ireland
    Such a beautiful place to stay just outside of Kilkenny town. Comfortable, clean, well equipped, spacious and luxurious. Would highly reccomend!
  • Mary-ann
    Ireland Ireland
    I like how spacious it is. Lots of rooms and each room has its own toilet and shower. Downstairs has a piano room, dining and sitting room. Location was very quiet and private.
  • Bridget
    Ireland Ireland
    Fabulous period house and grounds with plenty of space. Great countryside location. Very close to motorway and Kilkenny. The house was fully equipped with all you could need.

Hosted by Derek Walshe

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Derek Walshe
Situated in the beautiful Kilkenny Countryside, Mountrothe House offers visitors a charming and relaxing experience. Built in 1765, this Georgian House is located on a working farm 10 miles from Kilkenny City. The house has been lovingly restored into a luxurious self catering house for families and friends to stay and celebrate special occasions. Visitors have ample space to relax and unwind, play the piano, enjoy the games room or spend time in the garden. Mountrothe House is located 10 miles from the Medieval City of Kilkenny and just over an hour’s drive from Dublin. Mountrothe House is situated in the beautiful Kilkenny Countryside on a working farm and offers visitors a charming and relaxing experience and has a rich history. Built in 1765 as a midsized rural Georgian residence by Richard Rothe, he was related to the Rothe Family, who were a wealthy merchant family from Kilkenny City. The house was then owned by Sir Thomas McKenny who was Lord Mayor of Dublin in 1819. The house was used as a ‘Safe House’ during the War of Independence 1921 and the Civil War – 1921-22 with Eamon de Valera staying at the house during this period. The House has been lovingly restored and sensitively modernised into a luxurious self-catering house for families and friends to stay and celebrate special occasions. The rooms are generous in size with period detail throughout and has the versatility of spilt accommodation. The house can comfortable sleep 16 guests, the seven bedrooms are all en-suite, spacious and unique, three bedrooms are located in the basement and retain their original architectural features including the vaulted ceilings. The house has a large fully equipped kitchen with an original AGA converted to electric. The dining / living room is adjacent to the kitchen.
Mountrothe House is located 10 miles from the Medieval City of Kilkenny and just over an hour’s drive from Dublin. It is 1 mile from Paulstown village and 5 miles from Gowran village. County Kilkenny is the perfect destination for your holiday, with so much to explore and see in the Medieval City and Countryside. The City and County is full of vibrant heritage and history at every turn as well as a tradition of local arts, craft and design makers around the county. The house is located 15 minutes’ drive from the centre of Kilkenny, which has plenty of festivals on year round and loads of activities to see and do including visiting Kilkenny Castle, St Canice's Cathedral, Smithwicks Experience and Butler Gallery.
Language spoken: English

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From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
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Available 24 hours
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0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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