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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Kate's Rest in Kilkenny offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a kitchenette, washing machine, and free WiFi. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying garden views and a peaceful environment. The property features an outdoor seating area and a picnic spot. Convenient Facilities: The bed and breakfast provides free on-site private parking, a lounge, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a dining area, kitchen, and streaming services. Local Attractions: Kate's Rest is 12 mi from Kilkenny Railway Station, 13 mi from Kilkenny Castle, and 25 mi from the Rock of Cashel. Other nearby points of interest include Mount Juliet Golf Club and Sky Venue. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the host, kitchen, and breakfast provided by the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Susan
    United States United States
    The location was pefect for our travels in to Kilkenny and the surrounding countryside. Oliver was most helpful in giving us directions and he was a great host. The breakfast was continental but substantial. Lovely breakfast room. Spacious...
  • Ginger
    United States United States
    Fantastic host and location! Central for Kilkenny, Cashel, Kildare, Glendalough if you have a car. Oliver was a great host! Interesting to talk to and he wanted to learn about us and was genuinely interested in our family and trip. My son had...
  • Seamus
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I needed a base for three nights that I could come and go and prepare my own food because it was a busy four day trip. The host was also interested in my stay and offered help to make the rushing about easier. I know from a guest that they have...
  • Heaven
    United States United States
    Plenty of parking, quiet, was comfortable, great base to spend a couple of days when we first landed!
  • Patricia
    Ireland Ireland
    Oliver is a lovely host, the house is really lovely, very quiet location and the bed is very comfortable, shower is great.
  • Stephen
    Ireland Ireland
    Comfy room, hot shower, cheerful and happy people. Very helpful and welcoming. 20 minutes from Kilkenny. Easy parking. All the guests seemed to be on road trips, up and away early.
  • Claire
    Ireland Ireland
    The property was about 20 mins drive from Kilkenny but suited our stay perfect and was very easy to find -Oliver the owner was very welcoming and organised continental breakfast for us as we were leaving early in the morn ,even though this wasn’t...
  • Charles
    United States United States
    Restful, remote, and quiet location, and the little kitchen space allowed us to make small meals in the room when we didn't feel like eating in another restaurant.
  • Suzanne
    Australia Australia
    Good location, not too far from Kilkenny city. Good continental breakfast. Helpful host.
  • Marybeth
    United States United States
    Oliver was very kind and thoughtful. I enjoyed my stay very much. very convenient location to Kilkenny and small villages. my room was fantastic! it had a fridge, microwave, cooking top, tea kettle, dining table, comfy chairs, and 3 beds;...

Host Info

Company review score: 9.3Based on 514 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Oliver Kenny is a hard working man, who enjoys a busy household. He loves a good chat and enjoys most sports.

Property info

A charming house situated 25 minutes outside of Kilkenny city, and 30 minutes from Cashel. The Motorway is only 8 minutes away. The house is situated midway between the towns of Freshford and Urlingford. Ther is a smoking hut to accommodate any smokers and a nice garden view. This house is purpose built for B and B and complies fully with Kilkenny fire regulations. It also has safe broadband and full public liability insurance.

Neighborhood info

Our house is situated beside a main road, but is quiet. We are between two family houses, so there are always children playing in the gardens. It is a friendly, small neighbourhood.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

Kate's Rest takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

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

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Small house trained pets are allowed.

Please inform Kate's Rest of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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