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Facilities

The three en-suite bedrooms are well equipped with TV, orthopaedic beds, electric blankets, hair dryer and tea/coffee making facilities.

Amenities / Places of Interest

Local amenities consist of Ballykeeffe natural oak wood, Bród Tullaroan ' the homestead of the famous 'Lory Meagher' which has a large complex ' The County Hurling Museum '. There is a strong cultural identity and a very rich heritage base embrasing both Gaelic and anglo Irish traditions. Our own walking trail has also proved very popular with our guests. Our house is surrounded by well designed gardens with special facilities for children and picnic area. The Kings river flows near our house and is famous for trout fishing. Other amenities in our area are horse riding, pitch and put, 18 hole golf course, and tennis. We have many archaeological sites and ancient monuments, monastic settlements and old country homes and burial grounds, i.e. 'The War house and the home stead of 'Brother Edmond Ignatius Rice'

Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre

 

Here are just some of the many interesting and enjoyable places that you can visit during your stay with us:

Dunmore Caves

Dunmore caves is made up of a series of chambers that have been formed over millions of years. The caves have some of the finest calcite formations found anywhere in Ireland. The caves have been known about for many years, they are first mentioned in the 9th century Irish Triads; where the story is told of a Viking massacre at the caves in the year 928AD.

Jerpoint Abbey

Jerpoint Abbey is a remarkable example of a Cistercian abbey that was founded in the latter half of the 12th century. It has many unique cloister carvings. There is a small visitor centre where information can be gained via an exibition.

Kilkenny Castle

The castle is a 12th century building that was remodelled in Victorian times and is set in a extensive parkland. The castle was the principle seat for the Butler family who consist of the Earls, Marquesses and Dukes of Ormond. Much restoration work was completed in early 1994 and the central block is now open to the public. One of Kilkenny City's finest features.

St. Canice's Cathedral

The cathedral was completed in 1285 and is the second largest cathedral in Ireland. You can see the rich carvings worked in both timber and stone, many dating to the 13th century. There are also many fine examples of stained glass, and throughout the cathedral is the authentic air of a building that has served the community for over 700 years.

Kilkenny Castle

Our greatest strengths here at Hartford House is we provide a friendly, efficient, hospitable service with personal care and attention . Our house is an old farmhouse 200+ years old. It was originally a thatched house with dormer windows in the roof. There are three luxury ensuite bedrooms, sitting room, and dining room all finely decorated and furnished with antique furniture. We are an Irish speaking family . All of our children are being educated through Irish . Our culture is very important to us. Traditional Irish Music, Song, and Dance are looked on by the visitors as a special bonus and is much appreciated. I am a well established cook having completed many cookery courses i.e. Balymaloe Breakfast Menu course, and I provide evening meals and a varied breakfast menu. Our accomadation has been 'Quality Approved' and we are included in 'Bord Failte', 'Town and Country', and 'Stilwells' advertisment books

For More Information Contact:

Hartford House Bed and Breakfast
Graigue Hartford, Kilmanagh, Co. Kilkenny. Ireland
Tel: 00 353 56 7769215
FAX: 00 353 56 7769215
Internet: marypbutler@eircom.net

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