Luxury Irish Castle in Gorgeous Country Setting in Tipperary
Luxury Irish Castle in Gorgeous Country Setting in Tipperary
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Overview
7 bedrooms
7 bathrooms
18 guests
Minimum stay varies
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Castle
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Bathrooms
7 Full baths
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Reviews (10)
Linda M.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Our family of 14 adults (ages 21 - 79) used Bansha...
Our family of 14 adults (ages 21 - 79) used Bansha Castle as "home base" while taking day trips (with bus and driver Mike contracted through John Cotter Buses) throughout Ireland, going to Galway, the Connemera region, Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, Ennis, Ring of Kerry, Cork/Cobh, Killarney, Waterford, Kilkenny, Kildare and Dublin. Nearly all were 1 - 2 hours away. There was also so much to see and do in Tipperary County itself!!!! Teresa and John were AMAZING hosts, working with me for months in advance on day trip logistics so that we maximized our time in Ireland. They also went above and beyond upon our arrival, coordinating massages one day in the castle, John being the photographer for a family photo shoot, and putting me in touch with a fabulous caterer (Barbara) who made and served two dinners in the castle. The castle is EXCEPTIONAL...7 BR/7BA, a fully stocked kitchen and a dining room seating 18 comfortably, to a massive living area with overstuffed couches and a snooker table, to a huge backyard and covered patio, and grounds and flowers meticulously maintained by John. The area restaurants (e.g. Mikey Ryan's, Chez Hans, The Junction, O'Neills Bistro) were all excellent!!!! And Nellie's Pub, a 5-minute walk away, was a family-favorite for a Guinness and watching the GAA national hurling semifinals!! Everything EXCEEDED our expectations!!! (Ask Teresa if you want our itinerary to help you plan your amazing trip!!!!) THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
Written 21 July 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Tricia O.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Our family met at the Castle for a week long visit...
Our family met at the Castle for a week long visit to Ireland to explore our family heritage. This was the perfect launching point for daily excursions to Cork. Limerick, Westport, Newport, Cashel, Chair and Kerry. The Castle is beautifully situated on lush lawns and hills, tucked off the main road and outfitted with a full kitchen, dining room, living room and snooker room. We gathered in the heated patio area in the mornings for coffee and enjoyed late night fires in the working fireplace with games and hot drinks. We hired out some of the meals with a local caterer who the host recommended for traditional Irish Breakfast, cold welcome dinner, continental breakfasts complete with fresher baked soda bread, scones, fruit and porridge and a last night’s meal of Guinness Stew, Cabbage and Bacon and roasted vegetable soup. Highly recommend using Kay and her family for meal prep when you stay in.
Written 15 June 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Emma W.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Twelve of us stayed in this lovely castle for two ...
Twelve of us stayed in this lovely castle for two weeks. The older kids enjoyed the grounds for soccer, running, and ball tossing. There was lots of room indoors to put down play areas for the baby. We explored all over the south of Ireland and the location of Bansha allowed us to comfortably return home each day! The castle owners were welcoming and very good about answering any questions that we had.
Written 1 June 2024. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Susan L.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Our family of 16 enjoyed 10 days at the castle. Wh...
Our family of 16 enjoyed 10 days at the castle. While Bansha is a small, somewhat remote location, it was the ideal jumping off spot for our travels (if you don’t mind a daily 1-2 hr drive). From here we visited Cork, Cliffs of Moher, Dublin, Bunratty Castle, Rock of Cashel, Galway, The Burren and Kilkenny. Everyone was able to “spread out” or get cozy with many relaxing spaces inside and outside the castle. Sleeping arrangements were ample (ages 7-78) and very comfortable. Access to a full kitchen, with nearby shops allowed us to get on the road early each day, and welcoming pubs and restaurants a short distance away offered the chance to sample local meals at night. Also, a catered dinner by Barbara Russell was a special treat one night.
Highlights, aside from the usual stone-kissing and cliff-viewing included a sheep dog demonstration, horseback riding, snooker at the castle, photos on the beach in Connemara by Wonky Eye Photography, learning hurling in Kilkenny, and Mass and dinner in Cashel.
So, when people ask “And why are you staying in Tipperary?” Now you know 🍀
Written 9 November 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Jill B.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Bansha Castle was the perfect place for our family...
Bansha Castle was the perfect place for our family trip! The property was beautiful and Theresa was great. We also had Barbara cook our dinner every night and all 16 of us loved everything. I would highly recommend this property.
Written 18 October 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Joel M.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
This is a beautiful spacious castle. Everyone had ...
This is a beautiful spacious castle. Everyone had their own bathroom/shower. There is a lot of relaxing space inside and a large covered patio area with heat lamps available to use outside. Great country setting and we were able to take many day trips to interesting sites in the area. Very friendly, accommodating couple that own the castle
Written 30 August 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
Lucy Molloy
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Teresa and John were excellent hosts. Showed us ro...
Teresa and John were excellent hosts. Showed us round the property when we arrived. We were struck by how clean the property was, especially important during these difficult times. Very attentive to any needs or queries that arose during our stay, yet seamlessly invisible at other times! We felt we had total privacy. Property has everything we needed for our stay, two families. Not a huge amount to see or do in the area, especially at the minute, but we enjoyed some local walks.
Written 28 June 2023. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Perfect in every way - beautiful, charming, comfortable and excellent location
We have been planning a special family vacation with all our children and grandchildren (17 in total plus a few extras!) for over a year. It was amazing how well it all came together but largely due to the wonderful location (allows for great tours that are only 1 to 2 hours away) and the hospitality that comes with it at the Bansha Castle. Everyone had their own space but were also able to comfortably get together for outside drinks or nice breakfasts and dinners. The kids enjoyed their informal rugby games too on the front lawn. We would highly recommend the breakfasts. The kids were up on time to leave for our tours so that they could begin with their "fancy breakfast". Our hosts were very special in the way they welcomed us and gave us the opportunity to share this special place. Thank you!
Visited August 2018
Written 12 August 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Gorgeous
Beautiful
Visited June 2018
Written 1 July 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
by a verified reviewer on Vrbo.com
Beautiful
Gorgeous
Visited June 2018
Written 25 June 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor does not check Vrbo reviews.
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What this rental offers
Wi-fi and internet
- Wi-fi
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- DVD player
- Television
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- Internet access
- Fireplace
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- Highchair
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- Cooker
- Grill
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Toaster
Bathroom and laundry
- Washer
- Dryer
- Towels provided
Outdoor amenities
- Patio
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- Kid friendly
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Map
Getting there
Dublin Airport
163 km
Shannon Airport
63.9 km
Restaurants
O' Neills Bistro
5.5 km
Flanagan's Lane Restaurant and Cafe
6.9 km
The French Quarter Cafe
6.8 km
O'Neill's Pub and Restaurant
6.8 km
Attractions
St. Declan's Way
2 min • Historic Walking Areas
Holy Cross Abbey
6.8 km • Religious Sites
Athassel Priory
6.5 km • Ancient Ruins
Farney Castle
7.2 km • Castles
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 5 pm • Check out by 10 am
Cancellation policy
About this property
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Property #HA2227987788