Comfortable Accommodation: Willsgrove House in Athy offers family rooms with private bathrooms, parquet floors, and work desks. Each room includes a washing machine, wardrobe, and TV.
Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace, enjoying free WiFi throughout the property.
Convenient Facilities: The homestay provides free on-site private parking, a washing machine, and a wardrobe. Additional amenities include a TV and parquet floors.
Local Attractions: Located 83 km from Dublin Airport, Willsgrove House is near Athy Heritage Centre-Museum (2.8 km), County Carlow Military Museum (21 km), and The Curragh Racecourse (24 km).
Activities: Guests can enjoy kayaking or canoeing in the surrounding area.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“What a friendly welcoming place to be I mean it’s warm and homely and as for Mike is so so friendly and welcoming helping us with transport
Definitely going back again
I thank you from myself and my partner.”
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Louise
United Kingdom
“The location of the guest house is perfect! So peaceful and tranquil and only a very short drive to Athy town. Ideal location.”
Donal
Spain
“Great value for money. Good budget friendly option if you want to avoid an expensive hotel!”
Breandan
Ireland
“The owner/ host, Michael is fantastic ! He couldn't do enough for his guests : driving people to the town about 3km away or further afield to sightsee.”
Siobhan
Ireland
“Michael our host was an absolute gentleman and extremely personable. He insisted on driving us to a wedding we were attending at Burtown House and offered to collect us. Bedroom was large and comfortable. Although breakfast was not part of our...”
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David
United Kingdom
“This place is lovely the owner Michael is fantastic. So friendly even offers to drop you in town. Gives loads of tips and advice also makes a great cup of tea.
The bed was so comfortable the bathroom huge. We will go back especially after he...”
Charlotte
Ireland
“A lovely stay in the countryside of Athy. Willsgrove house is only a short distance away from Clonard Court Hotel, where we attended a wedding. Michael the host was very accommodating and even picked us up from the hotel in the early hours as we...”
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Sharon
Ireland
“Really clean room/bathroom & such a comfortable bed. Michael the owner is an absolute gent & couldn’t do enough for us. Would return every time when staying in Athy.”
Sue
United Kingdom
“I loved every minute staying at Willsgrove house loved the location,Micheal the owner was fantastic nothing was to much trouble in fact I’m going to be booking to go their again for New Year’s Eve would just like to say thank u to Micheal for...”
Andy
Australia
“Michael is a friendly and personable host. We really enjoyed chatting with him and getting to know a bit about him and the area over a cup of tea. Would definitely stay again. Thanks, Michael, for your hospitality.”
Managed by Michael
Company review score: 9.8Based on 35 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Company information
I look forward to welcoming you to my home. I really enjoy being a host and hopefully I can show you that along with providing you with great hospitality and a comfortable stay.
Property information
An old farmhouse set in a peaceful place surrounded by rolling countryside. As a host I will provide a warm welcome into a home that has a special atmosphere filled with character. The bedrooms and kitchen are spacious and comfortable while there is also a garden and patio area to relax in.
Neighbourhood information
The property is in the country while at the same time it is only 2 miles from Athy. Athy has a train station on the Dublin-Waterford line. Athy is a designated heritage town. The River Barrow and the Grand Canal run through Athy and are excellent places for walking. The major towns of Carlow, Portlaoise and Newbridge are within a 30 min drive. The National stud, Japanese Gardens and the Curragh race course are about 20 mins away. Overall Athy is a great location for anyone travelling from anywhere in Ireland as it is close to the M7 and M9 motorways and is approximately 45 miles from Dublin.
Language spoken
English
Property surroundings
Facilities of Willsgrove House
Great facilities! Review score, 9
Most popular facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
House rules
Willsgrove House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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