Title: Townsend House Guest House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Townsend House Guest House Guesthouse with free breakfast, near Birr Castle ![Free daily full breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/4c079ef4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/24f488dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/78dbeb22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Twin Room | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/4ee60903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/efc36050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Townsend House Guest House in Ireland's heartland offers breakfast and a tapas restaurant. Guests can relax in the garden or terrace with in-room WiFi. Nearby, the historic Birr Castle makes this an ideal base for exploring the region's heritage. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 23 - Oct. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 24 - Oct. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=23175921&PinnedHotelID=23175921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/eec6e70e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, Courtyard View ### Highlights Private hot tub Heating Flat-screen TV Egyptian cotton linens Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 4 Queen Beds ![Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/b2233708.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Private hot tub Heating Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Premium bedding 2 bedrooms Egyptian cotton linens Private bathroom - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23176000/23175921/f5f5976c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room ### Highlights Private hot tub Heating Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Egyptian cotton linens Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Offaly, R42TK88 #### What's nearby - Birr Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Woodland Cottage Garden - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Birr Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.1 km - River Shannon Brewery - 14 min drive - 14.4 km - Leap Castle - 16 min drive - 14.2 km #### Getting around - Roscrea Station - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Parker's Of Riverstown - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Thatch - ‬3 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk - ‪Supermac's - ‬9 min walk - ‪Romayos Diner - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Townsend House Guest House Guesthouse near Birr Castle At Townsend House Guest House, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Townsend House Tapas, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - 1 meeting room, newspapers in the lobby, and smoke-free premises - Concierge services and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Townsend House Guest House offer thoughtful touches such as private hot tubs and premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4261300/4261249/d39afbac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### County Arms Birr Birr - Spa - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 178 reviews CA $269 CA $306 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=4261249&PinnedHotelID=4261249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/908800/908789/a6805762.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kinnitty Castle Hotel Kinnitty - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Tennis court - Business services 9.0 Wonderful 308 reviews CA $289 CA $327 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=908789&PinnedHotelID=908789&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Townsend House Tapas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden - In the mountains - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Desk - Free daily newspapers - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards ### National rating Rating provided by Fáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority of Ireland, source of official star ratings for accommodation. ### Property is also known as Townsend House Guest House Guesthouse Birr Townsend House Guest House Guesthouse Townsend House Guest House Birr Townsend House House Birr Townsend House Birr Townsend House Guest House Birr Townsend House Guest House Guesthouse Townsend House Guest House Guesthouse Birr ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Townsend House Guest House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Townsend House Guest House? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Townsend House Guest House? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. ### What time is check-out at Townsend House Guest House? > Check-out is at noon. ### Where is Townsend House Guest House located? > Situated in the mountains, this guesthouse is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Birr Castle and 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from Clonmacnoise. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Townsend House Guest House Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank Dec 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Will be back again soon. Lovely welcome from real family business. We didn't eat in the evening but the Tapas looks excellent. Breakfast was as your mother would make it. Room was large and comfortable. It is an old Georgian building so don't expect 4\* but do expect a lovely stay in this unique Georgian Town with its quirky history and lovely streets. Will be back again soon. ##### Frank Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mairead Feb 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Super Host Fabulous house with a brilliant host. ##### Mairead Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Dec 15, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We liked that it was in a good central location for our plans. We were disappointed that even after talking direct to the owner requesting a Gluten Free breakfast that this was not available and that although we arrived slightly late to breakfast all the bacon had been eaten. We found the stairs extremely dirty and rooms dusty. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 6, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The attentiveness of the staff was second to none. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna, Willand Oct 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a fantastic 4 night stay at Townsend House. The guesthouse is superb and in a great location, close to the town. Martin and Lorraine were brilliant hosts, they couldn’t do enough for us. The accommodation was spotless, with lovely decor and a comfortable bed. Highly recommended. ##### Anna Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Suzanna Jul 28, 2019 ##### Suzanna Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Jul 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Family room stay Very kind and friendly host. Great location in town and easy parking. Lovely breakfast Great tapas, but think bar food not Spanish tapas. Took our toddler, they were very accommodating. ##### Richard Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill May 18, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Bill Stayed 1 night in May 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sheila Jul 3, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Not a great stay overall Not a great stay. Family room too small for a family of 4. You have to walk sideways to get to the side of some of the beds. The weather was warm and heat in room was unbearable. Found items of clothing left behind by previous guests. Owners were lovely. But unfortunately we needed breakfast at 7.45 and this could not be facilitated. They were good enough to reduce the price a little because of this. ##### Sheila Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Commodore Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cobh-Hotels-Commodore-Hotel.h2226786.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Shannon Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Shannon-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Shannon-Airport.h1095.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Cong-Hotels-Ashford-Castle.h76936.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabra Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingscourt-Hotels-Cabra-Castle-Hotel.h114456.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Toronto.h4109199.Hotel-Information) > > [The Granville Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterford-Hotels-The-Granville-Hotel.h13715.Hotel-Information) > > [Shamrock Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Shamrock-Lodge-Hotel.h4641300.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Limerick](https://www.expedia.ca/Limerick-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Spa.h898071.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h1076553.Hotel-Information) > > [Rochestown Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Rochestown-Lodge-Hotel-Spa.h1094620.Hotel-Information) > > [Abbey Court](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Abbey-Court.h13231806.Hotel-Information) > > [Powerscourt Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Enniskerry-Hotels-Powerscourt-Hotel.h1680006.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Dublin-Airport.h1042443.Hotel-Information) > > [Dingle Skellig Hotel & Peninsula Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Dingle-Hotels-Dingle-Skellig-Hotel-Peninsula-Spa.h5282541.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Thomastown-Hotels-Mount-Juliet-Estate.h891736.Hotel-Information) > > [Trump International Golf Links And Hotel Doonbeg Ireland](https://www.expedia.ca/Doonbeg-Hotels-Trump-International-Golf-Links-And-Hotel-Doonbeg-Ireland.h1579827.Hotel-Information) > > [Ballyseede Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Tralee-Hotels-Ballyseede-Castle.h525340.Hotel-Information) > > [Carlton Hotel Dublin Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Carlton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport-Hotel.h1453052.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Grand-Hotel.h45673.Hotel-Information) > > [Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Portmarnock-Resort-Jameson-Golf-Links.h445188.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h77932.Hotel-Information) > > [Hodson Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Athlone-Hotels-Hodson-Bay-Hotel.h2197837.Hotel-Information) > > [Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Maldron-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h1331635.Hotel-Information) > > [Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dublin-Hotels-Clayton-Hotel-Dublin-Airport.h2226273.Hotel-Information) > > [Kilkea Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Kilkea-Hotels-Kilkea-Castle.h21240683.Hotel-Information) > > [The River Lee Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Cork-Hotels-The-River-Lee-Hotel.h13650.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to NYC-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nyc/toronto-to-new-york) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Gatwick (LGW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lgw/toronto-to-london) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yvr/calgary-to-vancouver) ### Packages > [Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/42/Costa-Rica)