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Reviews of Kilkenny Fairy Hideaway in Barn Conversion

Kilkenny Fairy Hideaway in Barn Conversion
graiguenamanagh, Kilkenny

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
We LOVED our stay here. Wish we could move there forever!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing
LOVED this place! A fantasy little spot to stay, charming and magical, the view in the morning is like a dream. We loved using the fireplace, and the rustic old style. Like going back in time, so quiet and peaceful. We would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host, gorgeous location, comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Armelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Countryside getaway in Kilkenny county
Thank you Victor for your hospitality in your converted barn. You made our stay very lively, sharing with us fascinating stories of Kilkenny county and Ireland, suggesting excellent local craftsmanship visits and activities. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

grace j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Victor was a fantastic host, full of knowledge and friendly. The fairy trail was a delight and we loved our rustic accommodations. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin B., Pleasanton, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great unique and cozy place to stay!
We enjoyed Victor's stone cottage. It was a unique and cozy place to stay and we liked having the large, private patio area for evening drinks. Victor's homemade scones, local jam, and honey were a delicious perk, and his brother Frank was very welcoming during our check-in. The location was near enough to Kilkenny and Waterford to visit for the day, and the town of Graiguenamanagh had an excellent grocery store (Doran's SuperValu). While the kitchen supplies could be upgraded (newer and more pots and pans, a few more glasses, plates, and silverware), we were still able to make meals in the kitchen and did not lack for basic comforts. If you have small children, beware that the plank stairs are steep and there is only a handrail on one side. Both bedrooms are upstairs on either side of the stairs. All in all, would recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much thanks to Vuctor for a very magical stay at your place. The property and the views are breathtaking. I will definitely be back for a far longer stay. Total relaxation!

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
History, Pubs, Forest walk.... exactly what we wanted
The stone walls made it feel like we had stepped back in time. The pubs in town had an assortment of friendly people. We talked with one couple for over an hour. The river, pubs, and restaurants are all within a 5 minute drive. Victor was very helpful and friendly. This area is gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Thanks Jeremy, I hope the rest of your holiday was as enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

Felicity M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great start to a honeymoon
We came in and met Frank, Victor's brother, who gave us a quick walk through. He was very lovely. Victor had made us some bread and jam and procured us honey from his beehives. It was all delicious and paired well with the tea he had on hand for guests. The shower was welcome after over 20 hours of travel and the bed even more welcome (My husband has horrible insomnia and actually slept without medication for the first time in years). The next morning as we left to explore the town near by we met Victor. Just as lovely as his brother. In the afternoon my husband and I took a hike on a path on the land. Victor's dog, blue, escorted us down to a magical waterfall. We also got to see a cabin that Victor was building. An amazing start to an amazing honeymoon. We want to come back already! Thank you Victor, for an amazing start!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Thanks for all that Felicity and we are really pleased that we helped to get the honeymoon off to a good start.

10/10 Excellent

Patrice P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fairy House/Trail
This is a lovely rustic home. It was comfortable and cozy. The host was very kind and added several special touches to our stay (e.g., locally sourced honey)! We had a great time at this home and in the nearby town. The fairy trail was fun and would be great for young children that want to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Countryside get-away
Victor is a great host and welcomed us to his charming and rustic renovated barn with warmth and fresh bread. The location is in a beautiful part of Ireland and is great for site-seeing in several directions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristeen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique experience
Victor was very informative, meeting with tea and scones. Johnny on the spot with a minor plumbing issue. Bluebells were amazing and the dog was tireless. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a wonderful calming place steeped in irish authenticity. Victor is a fabulous host with an in depth knowledge of both local and Irish history. He welcomed us with a tea service set, fresh baked bread, and homemade jam and his own honey. The property is a wonderful walking opportunity complete with a waterfall. Truly extraordinary property and host
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in an amazing area of Ireland
Thanks so much for the great stay. We loved the rustic feel of the property, the wood burner and it was a great location to explore the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
Thanks Mark, it was great to host you and your family - here's wishing you all the best for the rest of your holiday in Ireland.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
The accommodations were just as advertised. It’s a great place to get away from the rat race! Victor is amazing, helped us out in more ways than just giving us lodging, a great host to work with. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to get away from the big cities and slow down a little bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic rural Ireland at it's absolute best.
We wanted an authentic rural Irish experience and Victor made it happen for us. From the fresh baked bread to welcome us to the chats about the area we could not have hoped for a better host. The world needs more Victors!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome experience
If you want a truly rural experience and all the wonderful amenties of a farm, this is the place. I couldnt have asked for better accomodations, wonderful host and resident pet welcomes. There are many snall villages and even some larger ones within a few minutes to a 20 minute drive. Definately worth the stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic country hideaway
We cannot thank Viktor enough for our wonderful holiday. We stayed over the Halloween weekend to escape from the madness of Dublin and it’s bonfires and fireworks and we were not disappointed. We had a wonderful few days, totally relaxed and with nature. The converted Barn is warm and cosy and a perfect escape from city life. Graignamanagh is a lovely village with plenty to do and lots of local Irish pubs to frequent! I would recommend a stay here at whatever time of year - we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalia W., Edmond, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing place!
If you want to experience the country in Ireland than this is your place. It was quiet and cozy. Frank, Victor’s brother, was there to greet us with homemade jam, butter, and honey. Victor was sure to greet us the next day and made it a point to make sure we had homemade soda bread. If you’re looking for the true “Irish welcome” look no further. The small cottage was warm, clean, and comfortable. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Rustic Irish getaway
Lovely, cozy and rustic stay. Victor was extremely accomodating. Stayed with my spouse and mother in law. Close to kilkenny and other points of interest.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2022
Thanks for the visit Diane and I am glad you enjoyed your stay. You'd be welcome back here anytime.

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruggedly beautiful property with great hosts.
The title says it all. It was great place for a romantic get a way for me and the wife. But I know if we had young kids (ours all adults) they would have loved the stay also.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Irish hospitality and warm accommodation in Co. Kilkenny
Graiguenamanagh - hard to spell, tricky to say, but a delightful and surprisingly beautiful town in County Kilkenny. We drove in to the property and were greeted by pastoral scenes from the 1800s, and the genial and wry host, Victor, who is a truly kind and knowledgeable gentleman happy to help his guests feel right at home in the 200 year old stone converted barn which was to house us for the next 4 days. We were taken aback by the charm of the dwelling and its many unique features, melding rustic Irish stone, stout wooden beams, and a modern conveniences like wifi, electric shower with instant hot water, and useful kitchen for our self-catering holiday. Victor's property at Ballyogan is incredible and he shared many interesting tales of the area and the work he has done on the land for the last 30 years. One could easily spend several days just exploring the land with its native woodland, several pastures, ancient stone fences and even the hidden waterfalls. But, it's also central to the Ancient Southeast of Ireland and close to Kilkenny and several small towns of interest. We hope that the winds of fate will bring us back to Ballyogan one day and can't recommend it highly enough for those that are interested in a relaxing stay in the real heart of Ireland.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F., Midcoast, Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Restorative and tranquil.
One of the travel stays I’ve had in all my years of traveling. The host Victor, has created a truly lovely accommodation. He is also knowledgeable about the local history, as well as the flora and fauna of the area. I had a lovely visit and certainly left too soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Irish Getaway
This property was beyond amazing. It was quaint, but roomy and the bed was so comfortable! We arrived to bread with raspberry jam and fresh honey (when I say fresh, I mean, there are bee hives on the property)! The feel of an Irish cottage getaway was everywhere, from the spectacular view to the little details of the house. Victor communicated very well and was a pleasure to visit with. There are many sites within a days drive that are unforgettable. We stayed for seven nights and were on our honeymoon. It was wonderful! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clayton K., ELKO

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy converted barn
The grounds that this house is on are very enjoyable! 20 minute walk to a double waterfall (small). Rain boots provided. Also had soda bread and honey harvested a hundred feet away. Had a small issue with a water leak, and the owner had it fixed the same day. Excellent experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy, romantic and family friendly - superb accommodation
I spent a weekend here with my husband and 10 year old son who gave it a 12/10. We loved it. Victor is such a gracious host: the stove was lit, the central heating was on and there was homemade bread and Victor's own apple cake to greet us. We are immediately at home and it didnt take long to slip into the spirit of the place. There is a magical quality to the bedrooms - we slept so well - and enjoyed the many unique features of the converted barn - the bespoke bed in the master bedroom and hinged door to the bathroom really spoke to the love poured into this unqiue property. We will definitely be back - not just for this cosy accommodation, but for the waterfall on the land and to try out the off-grid cabin currently being built. This is a total gem in the midst of so many local attractions around New Ross, Kilkenny city and more locally in Thomastown and Graignamanagh...but all we needed for this weekend was to luxuriate in the space and chlll out. It exceeded our expectations and then some. The kitchen works well and we got to pick some fresh kale from the veg garden for our dinner. The outdoor seating area is a place you just want to sit forever at and enjoy the every changing landscape of the mountairs opposite. There is a great sense of sapciousness and privacy and Victor was at hand if we needed him. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage in a Beautiful setting
Victor was a fantastic host, super friendly and informative. We brought our dog and the woodland walks around the property lead out straight from the front door and are truly stunning. We loved the cosiness of the cottage and really comfortable bed. Graig is a lovely little village and every amenity was very close by. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
Lovely rustic barn-conversion hosted by Victor, who looked after all our needs. Location is rural and the surrounding countryside is great for walks and enjoying what nature has to offer, but central enough that you can be in Waterford or Kilkenny within an hour if you want to take in an excursion to one of these historical cities. Definitely a place we would come back to.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eoghan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A charming gem hidden in the woodlands of Kilkenny's countryside, a true getaway.
Very enjoyable break away from the city. The idea was to be away from the hustle and bustle where we could actually switch off and enjoy some countryside. Craig is a lovely wee town and there's lots to see and do, we were a 10 min drive from the town, in a lovely secluded gem of a spot really, Victor is building something special here, very much worth a visit. Victor is a hands on, witty and very pleasant host who charmed myself and my partner with his family recipe bread fresh from the oven. Blue the resident canine companion loves to 'escort' us with her chosen stick for some fetch and won't go far away when walking the woodlands and walkways. The countryside is rich with life, it feels ancient with trees and old stone walls covered thickly with moss (watch out for the fairy houses as you walk the woodlands!) Our trip was far to short to fully enjoy what is on offer in the area so we will be back next year for longer. Thanks for a lovely getaway victor 😀

10/10 Excellent

Marina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charme irlandais
Victor est un hôte accueillant et chaleureux. Le cadre est charmant et bucolique à souhait. Une bonne entrée en matière pour se familiariser avec la féerie irlandaise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

André A., Ste-Victoire

Liked: Cleanliness
Un séjour rustique
Nous avons eu un hébergement spacieux et confortable. Petit inconvénient les poutres linteau en bois avaient une forte odeur de créosote. Mais pour le reste c’est magnifique, surtout le petit chemin de la cabane et la chute.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We truly enjoyed our time at Victor's place
The cottage is located in a beautiful area. It is the perfect spot for kids as they can just be outdoors and you can go for nice walks and explore the fairy houses and the waterfall. Victor is a great host, very friendly and welcoming. We got to enjoy his homemade bread, honey and jam. Thank you for hosting us in cosy cottage and we would love to come back some day.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was charming and cozy
Viktor was a great host and very welcoming. He gave us many ideas on places to visit
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022