Barnahown - Bed & Breakfast in Co. Cork
Mitchelstown, P67 TD27, Co. Cork
Munster,
Irlanda
Wander up the lavender-lined path and the farmhouse opens out before you: mid-1800s bones coaxed back to life by local artisans, with exposed stonework, cherrywood boards and lime-rendered walls breathing history. Furniture is upcycled or locally made; art on the walls changes with the seasons. The house draws water from its own well and power from the sun, while breakfast comes locally – eggs from the owner’s hens, apple juice from a nearby farm, homemade soda bread and rhubarb jam.
Seven bedrooms are en suite with rainfall showers; one courtyard room is wheelchair accessible. Two upstairs rooms have Juliette balconies facing the Galtees – throw them wide on a fine morning and listen to birdsong drift up from the garden. Book a room B&B, or rent the whole place with friends; on request, a local chef can come and cook.
Come evening, sink into the sheltered hot tub. It’s the sort of place that makes you slow down without having to try.
Caratteristiche
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Local points of interest from Ciara O'Brien:
Punti d'interesse locali da
Ciara O'Brien:
- Foodie Fridays: leave the car back at base and follow a trail of chocolate tasting and making at Praline, lunch at O'Callaghan's, craft beer tour at Eight Degrees and a caffeine hit at TheTownCoffeeCo.
- Big Adventures: Looking for a great hike with just you and the sheep? My top tips are Lough Curra in the Galtee mountains and Seefin in Ballyhoura - both a great challenge that reward you with spectacular views and a mountain all to yourself.
- Scenic Drives: We're spoiled for choice with amazing mountain pass drives within 25 minutes - my favourites are Glen of Aherlow/Christ The King and The Vee Pass.
- Ireland Through The Ages: Combine Lough Gur, The Rock of Cashel and Medieval Cahir to learn about 6,000 years of Irish history.
- Connect with Nature: Join Yoga Walks Ireland for a forest bathing walk like no other.
- Day Tripper: Add one more day and visit some of Ireland's most iconic destinations, all within one hour, including Kinsale, Kilkenny and the English Market in Cork City.
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Details
- 5 Doubles
- , 2 Twins
Reduced rate for group bookings of all 7 rooms, €1030 per night.
Rarely.
Dogs welcome at no charge, max. 2 per room. Dog bed, bowl, towels, treats & poo bags available on request. Lots of good walking routes nearby.
Mitchelstown, P67 TD27, Co. Cork
