Title: Ballyknocken House and Cookery School - 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) # Ballyknocken House and Cookery School Visitors discover a charming Irish retreat where hearty breakfasts meet historic exploration and natural beauty creates the perfect setting for relaxation ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2720500/2720493/e28541e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2720500/2720493/61cc8c50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2720500/2720493/ef265def.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2720500/2720493/7aa4e547.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's activities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2720500/2720493/176a8826.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find authentic Irish hospitality at Ballyknocken House and Cookery School in the historical district. The property serves a full breakfast daily, while its garden catches beautiful sunlight. Guests relax on the scenic terrace or play a match on the outdoor tennis court. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates # Tonight [Sep. 25 - Sep. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-25&endDate=2025-09-26&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-25&endDate=2025-09-26&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Tomorrow [Sep. 26 - Sep. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-27&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # This weekend [Sep. 26 - Sep. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) # Next weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=2720493&PinnedHotelID=2720493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Classic Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2720500/2720493/w5589h3718x0y0-76dc4b79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Electric kettle Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Classic Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Electric kettle Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Classic Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Electric kettle Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Classic Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Electric kettle Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2720500/2720493/61cc8c50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Electric kettle Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Twin Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Electric kettle Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### Twin Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Deep soaking bathtub Electric kettle Desk Daily housekeeping - 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. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAshford-Hotels-Ballyknocken-House-And-Cookery-School.h2720493.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAshford-Hotels-Ballyknocken-House-And-Cookery-School.h2720493.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ashford, Ballyknocken House and Cookery School is in the historical district and near the beach. Wicklow's Historic Gaol and Black Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kilmacurragh Botanic Gardens and Polo Wicklow. Greenan Farm Museum and Maze and Clara Lara Funpark are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and horse riding. [Visit our Ashford travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ashford.dx6123863) [View more B&B in Ashford](https://www.expedia.ca/Ashford-Bed-And-Breakfast.d6123863-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C52.97693%2C-6.14316&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Sq58JAkKDFQJdYwU55egv0rq_9o=) Glenealy, Ashford, Co. Wicklow ### What's nearby - Wicklow's Historic Gaol - 13 min drive - 11.9 km - Avondale House - 16 min drive - 13.8 km - Clara Lara Funpark - 17 min drive - 17.9 km - Druids Glen Golf Club - 20 min drive - 22.5 km - Wicklow Mountains National Park - 26 min drive - 23.0 km ### Getting around - Rathdrum Station - 9 min drive - Dublin Airport (DUB) - 60 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Nick’s Coffee - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Yew Tree - ‬6 min drive - ‪Ernie's - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Bridge Tavern - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Chester Beatty Inn - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Ballyknocken House and Cookery School Upscale bed & breakfast in the historical district Take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Ballyknocken House and Cookery School. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a business center. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - An outdoor tennis court, barbecue grills, and meeting rooms - Smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Ballyknocken House and Cookery School feature comforts such as separate sitting areas. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and free toiletries - Separate sitting areas, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23530000/23525700/23525694/c88772ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chester Beatty Inn Ashford - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 36 reviews CA $288 CA $326 total includes taxes & fees Sep 28 - Sep 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-28&endDate=2025-09-29&selected=23525694&PinnedHotelID=23525694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22500000/22497300/22497217/0176faf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Horse & Hound Delgany - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar 9.2 Wonderful 277 reviews CA $157 CA $178 total includes taxes & fees Oct 2 - Oct 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=22497217&PinnedHotelID=22497217&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93390000/93388400/93388391/0024ad60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Glendalough Hotel Glendalough - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 105 reviews CA $241 CA $274 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=93388391&PinnedHotelID=93388391&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4020000/4015400/4015389/3019cec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tudor Lodge Glendalough - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Housekeeping 9.0 Wonderful 255 reviews CA $191 CA $217 total includes taxes & fees Sep 29 - Sep 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=4015389&PinnedHotelID=4015389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sauna, steam room, Turkish bath, facials, manicures and pedicures](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1205500/1205461/3dadd850.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brooklodge & Macreddin Village Macreddin Village - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 390 reviews CA $160 CA $182 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=1205461&PinnedHotelID=1205461&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44763200/44763164/e7dc5226.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heather House Glendalough - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=44763164&PinnedHotelID=44763164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15980000/15978100/15978005/d7882b6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glendalough International Youth Hostel Glendalough - Free WiFi - Game room - Breakfast available - Laundry 7.2 Good 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=15978005&PinnedHotelID=15978005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 6 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:30 PM) Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### 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 Ballyknocken House and Cookery School Ashford Ballyknocken House Cookery School House Ashford Ballyknocken House and Cookery School Bed & breakfast Ballyknocken House and Cookery School Bed & breakfast Ashford ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ballyknocken House and Cookery School pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Ballyknocken House and Cookery School? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ballyknocken House and Cookery School? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Ballyknocken House and Cookery School? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Ballyknocken House and Cookery School located? > Situated in the historical district, this bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of Mount Usher Gardens, Sculpture in Woodland, and Kilmacurragh Botanic Gardens. Wicklow's Historic Gaol and Black Castle are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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