Title: A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=41994234&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. Vacation home in Mountrath with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. ![Property grounds - A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. (Mountrath)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/42000000/41994300/41994234/4c35aee7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. (Mountrath)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/42000000/41994300/41994234/e5e629b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. (Mountrath)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/42000000/41994300/41994234/64b1c6ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. (Mountrath)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/42000000/41994300/41994234/7ebf54c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. (Mountrath)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/42000000/41994300/41994234/7497acbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to The Writer's Cottage, a charming stone retreat nestled under an ancient oak tree within Roundwood House's 18-acre estate. Book dinner and breakfast in the Main House or relax with a book from the impressive Library of Civilization, all while enjoying WiFi access upon request. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - 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. ### A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. The Writer's Cottage is a tiny old stone cottage for two, tucked away in the corner of the Kitchen Garden on the early Georgian estate of Roundwood House. It sits under a giant oak tree and provides a complete escape from the the hustle and bustle of modern living. Travel writer, Pol O’Conghaile, lists it in the Irish Independent as one of the “ten best Irish hidey-holes guaranteed to erase memories of the nine to five”. If room to swing a cat is a priority, then the Writer's Cottage is probably not for you. However, if romantic, secluded, quaint and a breath of fresh air is what you’re looking for, you’ll love it! Guests staying in the Writer's Cottage not only have access to 18 acres of park and woodland but also to the Main House, an 18th century Palladian Villa, where dinner and breakfast can be booked. There is also an impressive Library of Civilization in the Old Coach House with a collection of over 2000 books for guests' enjoyment. The Writer's Cottage has a small kitchenette with a 2 ring hob, mini convection oven, microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge. There is no washing machine or dryer, but there are laundry services available in Roundwood House if required. WiFi is available in the Writer's Cottage upon request. Guests that require high speed internet access are always welcome to make themselves comfortable in the Library where we have fibre-optic broadband. The only exception to this is when the Library has been pre-booked on an exclusive basis. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Living plant wall - Property does not allow children - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112360000/112356700/112356622/adb276cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW LISTING Luxurious 5-bedroom 6-Bathroom Castle on 7 Acres in Heart of Ireland RN - Air conditioning - Laundry - Microwave - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&selected=112356622&PinnedHotelID=112356622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free full breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6795600/6795508/86737b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ring Farmhouse Birr - 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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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.02747%2C-7.52481&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MyisQR6KY--LY3_b1a1vc_bW6ws=) Mountrath, Laois #### What's nearby - Irish High Cross Kinnitty \- 15 min drive \- 19.8 km - Portlaoise Golf Club \- 15 min drive \- 21.8 km - O'Moore Park \- 16 min drive \- 22.1 km - Sky Venue \- 18 min drive \- 23.1 km - Rock of Dunamase \- 18 min drive \- 29.2 km #### Getting around - Portlaoise Station - 17 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mariana’s Diner - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Cozy Café - ‬6 min drive - ‪Gabriel's Kitchen - ‬6 min drive - ‪Brilliant Royal - ‬7 min drive - ‪Woody's Bar - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.? ### What time is check-out at A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate.? ### Where is A gardener's cottage tucked away in the corner of an old country house estate. located? ## Have a question? 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