Brona Dempsey

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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Free WiFi

10

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Brona Dempsey in Birr offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and free WiFi. Each room includes a patio, air-conditioning, and a seating area. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy free use of bicycles, a terrace, and a lounge. Additional amenities include a tennis court, outdoor seating, and barbecue facilities. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A continental breakfast with fresh pastries and juice is served daily. Live music and a cosy bar provide entertainment options. Prime Location: Located 114 km from Shannon Airport, the property is near Birr Castle (2.7 km) and Birr Castle Demesne (2.5 km). Other attractions include Slieve Bloom Display Centre (14 km) and Roscrea Castle and Damer House (18 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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We have no availability on our site for this property between Thu 27 Nov 2025 and Sun 30 Nov 2025

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kathleen
Ireland Ireland
“The bedroom was very clean and comfortable and the shower was great and the breakfast was delicious”
Megan
Ireland Ireland
“The property is gorgeous, cozy and filled with great vibes. The host and their family were very friendly, helpful and welcoming. They made a very positive impression on us. The cup of tea on our arrival was a sweet gesture. The rooms were very...”
Helen
Ireland Ireland
“Beautiful B& B well run both Kevin and Bronagh were lovely and very welcoming. Very clean and comfortable.”
Allison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfortable and clean. Brona was extremely friendly and welcoming.”
Sinead
Ireland Ireland
“We weren't able to attend breakfast so Brona dropped is down tea/coffee/toast and pastries down to the room. Excellent host. Thank you Brona”
Francisco
Portugal Portugal
“Amazing location, room and breakfast. Brona and Kevin were amazing and will do all they can to make sure you are comfortable and have a great stay.”
Monika
Ireland Ireland
“I loved the room we had .Beds comfortable, room and facilities spotless and warm. Friendly hosts 🥰. We had really delicious continental breakfast. Thank you we come back again.”
Sheila
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast excellent, setting so quiet, charming hosts ...nightcap waiting for us after dinner out at their recommended Indian restaurant. Spacious bedroom”
Samantha
Ireland Ireland
“Brona and her family were exceptionally accommodating, kind and brilliant hosts. Brona gave us tea, coffee, milk, a night cap!, fresh water and fresh fruit as well as a delicious breakfast. The accommodation was so spacious, clean, stylish and had...”
Justin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brona was extremely welcoming and helpful. The attention to detail in the fantastic breakfast and the property was excellent. Thanks Brona for being so accommodating, we wish you well in the future, sorry for the late call again!”

Hosted by Brona Dempsey

9.8
Host review score
Brona Dempsey
This stylish, contemporary property is situated in a calm, tranquil setting just outside the Georgian heritage town of Birr with Birr Castle Demesne and historic science museum. There are two rooms as options for booking Room 1: Deluxe King Room with en-suite: This room comfortably sleeps two adults but there's plenty of space for a cot/camp bed. Room 2: Garden twin room with en-suite. This room is located separate to the main house 5 meters away from the breakfast room. Guests are offered tea/coffee/hot chocolate on arrival and a nite-cap of a local liquor is offered before retiring to bed. Our house is warm bright and has everything you need to make your stay a memorable one. Weather permitting guests can have their breakfast outside.
We really enjoy meeting people and love to hear about their different experiences and stories. Alternatively if someone wishes minimal interaction that's no problem either. There will always be someone in the house to answer any questions and to interact, if desired, with the guests. We have plenty of suggestions and ideas of what to do locally and details of local restaurants. We would be delighted to share this with our guests. On arrival we offer tea/ coffee/hot chocolate. We always supply a refreshing jug of fresh filtered cold water with orange/lime and mint. I work as a carer and teacher.
It is in a tranquil countryside setting but yet only a short walk from the town of Birr. Birr is a famous Heritage Georgian town with Birr Castle Demense and science museum. The town itself has a fabulous river walk with an outdoor gym and super playground. There's a skateboard park for energetic teenagers! Birr has plenty of great coffee shops. Kinnity Slieve Bloom mountains are on our doorstep. We are around 20 minutes walk from Birr town on a quiet rural road. 20 mins drive from the N7 motorway . There are various buses to Birr from Dublin, Athlone, Galway and Tullamore.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Brona Dempsey takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 17:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Brona Dempsey in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.