O'Briens Cottage Midway Between Dublin and Galway. Near Slieve Bloom Mountains

This cottage was lovely! It was right in the middle of Ireland, so we were able to go on adventures in a different direction every day! Our favourites were Roscrea, Galway, Kilkenny, Birr and Tullamore. The kitchen made it convenient to have meals at home, saving a bit of money and also when we were too tired to go out again after a busy day. Not being from Ireland, there were a few things we needed help figuring out at the cottage, but Chris was super helpful and helped us quickly.

Lovely little cottage in a great location.Plenty to see and do within an hours drive.The Slieve Bloom mountains and the Glenbarrow waterfall were a highlight and a must see.Giltraps pub was a great find as a watering hole as was Peavoys cafe for a coffee.The village animals 2 cats and a dog were both comical and friendly.Highly recommend a stay in Chris’ cottage in the heart of the underrated midlands of Eire.We will be back!

Lovely location but disappointed it didn't have a tv

Excellent!

We booked this property primarily as we wanted to experience rural Ireland as well as being able to visit places further afield. This cottage’s locality did not disappoint. Chris, our host was very friendly and checked on us from time to time but was not overbearing. The cottage itself was quaint and cosy. It had everything we needed although we replaced (and left behind as we couldn’t take home) the bread knife and a sharp paringknife as those provided had been sharpened so much they didn’t cut! Possibly most would not want to prepare meals but we wanted to from time to time. Overall the kitchen was well equipped. The mattresses were a little uncomfortable but that could have been because there were electric blankets on the beds which had ridges of wires running through them. We didn’t really need them at all but didn’t want to take them off the beds. Having said that, the plentiful Irish country air made us tired so we were able to get sleep. The local hostelries were very welcoming and the people very friendly. If it’s a no frills holiday base you want, then O’Briens Cottage is ideal.

Stayed almost two weeks in this sweet cottage, very comfortable! We were able to clean meals, walk to a pub or two , and to Peavoys every morning for coffee and scones! We will be back!

Lovely little cottage. Great location for exploring the Irish Midlands. Chris was a great host. Very helpful.

We absolutely loved Kinnitty. This town is the central location for touring Ireland. Our host Christina was marvelous and we only regret missing her play at the local pub as we were away that night. Her home is totally self sufficient and she was a superb host. We loved getting to know Kinnitty and the area. If you are able to hike and enjoy exploring this is an ideal base. The local folks we met in the pub are now our forever friends. We cannot rate this stay any higher A+++. Thanks Christina and thank you Kinnitty. We will be back!

Good experience with no problems.

The house was perfect, great location and nice big garden. Lots to see and do close by. Village loveky