I have just returned from two nights at Newlands, and am absolutely delighted to recommend it to anyone looking for a luxurious B and B close to Kilkenny. Here's a more technical rundown:
The Hosts: Mairead and Jimmy are wonderful and receptive, providing a level of service and expertise borne of their own extensive worldwide travel experience. They are attentive and eager to please, but also conscientious enough to give you the space to relax.
The Rooms: exceptionally spacious, quiet, luxurious. Ensuites are modern, with the finest power shower that I have encountered in my time upon this earth.
The Breakfast: simply wonderful down to the tiniest detail. Freshly baked scones and pain au chocolat, great coffee, well-sourced produce and the finest black and white puddings that a carnivore could wish for. On the lighter side, their smoked salmon and scrambled eggs were equally fine.
I have been on a very lengthy tour of Ireland for the past few months, and have yet to encounter a hotel or guesthouse quite like it. Enjoy!
