[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112200000/112195300/112195277/23f31db0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112200000/112195300/112195277/bb5fe865.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112200000/112195300/112195277/ab63b472.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112200000/112195300/112195277/759a50ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112200000/112195300/112195277/d0226f58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms2100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Irish Schoolhouse Welcome to our lovingly restored Old Schoolhouse, originally built in 1933 and steeped in Irish history and charm. Nestled on two acres of unspoiled countryside, this unique property combines the cozy atmosphere of a traditional Irish home with the modern conveniences you need for a relaxing getaway. The Space Step into a warm and inviting home that retains its historic charm while offering state-of-the-art modern updates. The property has been thoughtfully converted into a comfortable three-bedroom retreat, ideal for families, couples, solo travelers, and small groups. Three Spacious Bedrooms: One with an en-suite for added privacy, featuring plush bedding and cozy décor for a restful night’s sleep. Living Room: Relax in a cozy space with a traditional Irish stove, perfect for warming up after a day of exploring. Firewood and traditional Aran blankets are provided for a uniquely Irish experience. Modern Kitchen: Cook up a storm in a fully equipped, state-of-the-art kitchen with an American-style fridge, wine fridge, 5-ring gas hob, electric oven, and microwave. Refurbished Bathrooms: Enjoy gorgeously updated bathrooms that combine style and functionality. Conservatory with Panoramic Views: Unwind in a sunlit conservatory overlooking rolling green fields and the hills of Kilkenny, Carlow, and Laois. Outdoor Space The property is surrounded by two acres of lush countryside, offering breathtaking views and plenty of space to unwind. Enjoy a glass of wine on the patio while taking in stunning sunsets. Stargaze from the garden on clear nights. Fire up the barbecue or gather around the outdoor fire pit for an evening of storytelling and relaxation. Location Highlights: Situated in the heart of North Kilkenny, our home is the perfect base for exploring Ireland’s rich history, natural beauty, and vibrant culture. Kilkenny City (20 minutes): A medieval treasure trove with its iconic castle, historic streets, and lively pubs. Castlecomer Discovery Park (10 minutes): A haven for family adventures, hiking, ziplining, and more. Mount Leinster (15 minutes): A must-visit for hiking and cycling enthusiasts. Waterford and Wexford Beaches (45 minutes): Ideal for a seaside escape. Golf: Conveniently located near world-renowned courses, including Mount Juliet (30 minutes), Castlecomer Golf Club (10 minutes), and the K Club (35 minutes). The property is also just 1 hour 15 minutes from Dublin, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international travelers. Amenities and Extras We’ve thought of every detail to ensure a comfortable stay: High-speed fiber optic Wi-Fi for work or leisure. Workspace for remote working. Smart TV for cozy evenings indoors. Bikes available upon request for exploring the scenic countryside. Traditional touches like framed writings from 1938 students, giving you a unique glimpse into the history of the Old Schoolhouse. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area [Visit our Europe travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Europe.dx6022967) [View more Vacation homes in Europe](https://www.expedia.ca/Europe-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6022967-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=52.765236,-7.09428&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:yqaaIfrhj%40%3FY%3FY%3FY%40Y%40Y%3FY%40Y%40W%40YBY%40YBYBW%40YBWBYDWBYDWBWDWDWDWDWDWDWFUFWDUFWFUFUHUFUFSHUFSHSHUHSHQHSJSHQJQHQJQJQJQJOHOLQJMJOLOJMLMJMLMLKLMLKJKLKLINKLILILINGLINGLGLENGNELENENCLENCNCNANCLANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBNBLDNBNDLDNDLFNFLDNHLFLFNHLHLHLJNHLJJJLJLLLJJLLLLLJLLNJNJNLNHNJNJPJPJPHPJPHPJRHRHPHRHTFRHRHTFTFRHTFTFVFTDTFVDTFVDVDVDVDVDVBVDVBXDVBX%40VBXBXBV%40X%40XBX%40V%40X%3FX%40X%3FX%40X%3FX%3FX%3FX%3FXAX%3FXAX%3FXAXAVCXAXAXCVCXCXAVCXEVCXEVCVEVEVEVEVEVGVETGVETGTGVGTITGRGTITIRGRIRIRIRIRKRIPKPIPKPKPKPKNINMNKNKNMLKNMLMLKLMJMLMJKJMJOHMJMHMHOHMFMFOFMFOFMFODMDODOBMDOBOBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAOAMAOCOAOCOCMEOCOEMEOEOGMGMEOIMGOGMIMIMIOKMIMKKKMKMMMKMMKMMMKMMOKOKOMOIOKOKQKQKQIQKQIQKSISIQISIUISGSIUGUGSIUGUGWGUEUGWGUEWEWEWEWEWEWCWEWCYEWCYCWAYCYCWAYCYAYAWAY%3FYAYAY%3FY%3FY%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7tnwSf491CKxhLU931Lwnq3jOV4=) County Kilkenny, County Kilkenny ### What's nearby - Gowran Park Racecourse - 24 min drive - 26.5 km - The Hub - 25 min drive - 31.5 km - St. Canice's Cathedral - 25 min drive - 22.5 km - St. Lukes General Hospital - 27 min drive - 23.3 km - Kilkenny Castle - 27 min drive - 23.2 km ### Getting around - Bagenalstown Station - 19 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Lord Bagenal Inn - ‬11 min drive - ‪Lime Tree Bistro - ‬12 min drive - ‪Lil’s Restaurant - ‬12 min drive - ‪Jarrow Café - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cloney's - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of St. Laserian's Cathedral, Black Castle, and Royal Oak Distillery. Dunleckney Manor and Ballyloughan Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Explore Ireland from Our Restored 1933 Schoolhouse – 3-Bedroom Irish Retreat Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clifford B. Sep 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property owner did an amazing renovation of this 1933 Schoolhouse! ##### Clifford B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and central to everything we wanted to see in South West Central Ireland, from Dublin to Cahir to Waterford to Roscrea and Trim, all easily accessible. The home is spectacular! Old school house beautifully updated to everything one could ask for! Modern and updated facilities within rustic home - absolutely charming. And the hosts were perfect! Offering advice and ideas with easy instructions. Great communicators. Highly recommend and will be the only place we stay on our next Ireland trip! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/527f3a39-d295-43cf-995d-0b1bccc40186-1751618925311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f2ef5740-8bb8-47d1-8fca-7a3a480c3367-1751618927057.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e8437b81-c907-4de0-be2f-ce8d94b15eda-1751618928040.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8a33ffe8-17f6-446b-957a-ebcec3bf127a-1751618926518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Glenn Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels.d178276.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara](https://www.expedia.ca/Grotto-Spa-At-Tigh-Na-Mara-Hotels.0-l553248621532863766-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn Toronto Airport East by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Toronto-Airport-East.h21375.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Juliet Estate, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Thomastown-Hotels-Mount-Juliet-Estate.h891736.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Occidental-At-Xcaret-Destination-All-Inclusive.h882765.Hotel-Information) > > [Lara Barut Collection-Ultra All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Antalya-Hotels-Lara-Barut-Collection.h1207007.Hotel-Information) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Maui](https://www.expedia.ca/Maui-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d180073-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Scotland](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Scotland-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d11219-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Downtown Washington D.C.](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Washington-DC-Washington-Hotels.0-n800144-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Royal Islander La Plage in St. Maarten, available April 18-25 for $1400](https://www.expedia.ca/Lowlands-Hotels-Royal-Islander-La-Plage-In-St-Maarten.h48225816.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/yvr/edmonton-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/ywg/edmonton-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to St. John's (YYT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/yyt/ottawa-to-st-johns) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Sanford (SFB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sfb/toronto-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to London (YXU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yxu/toronto-to-london) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/yeg/saskatoon-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Marseille (MRS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/mrs/vancouver-to-marseille) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ywg/toronto-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/las/montreal-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Chengdu (CTU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/ctu/winnipeg-to-chengdu) > > [Flights from Casablanca (CMN) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cmn/lhr/casablanca-to-london) > > [Flights from Lisbon District (LIS) to Barcelona (BCN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/lis/bcn/lisbon-to-barcelona) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Kailua-Kona](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Kailua-Kona.d1879.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Rouge National Urban Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Rouge-National-Urban-Park-Scarborough.d6072483.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Disneyland® Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Disneyland-Resort-Anaheim-Resort.d6025613.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Vancouver Art Gallery](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Art-Gallery-Downtown-Vancouver.d503168.Vacation-Attraction) ### Vacation Rentals > [Orangeville Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Orangeville-Vacation-Rentals.d59251.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) > > [Bucerías Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Bucerias-Vacation-Rentals.d6051566.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)