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Bansha Castle, Tipperary, Ireland
THIS LOVELY old country house, built in 1760, is set in 5 acres of private grounds and gardens, 5 miles from Tipperary town. The arboretum has some outstanding examples of Beech, Oak, Lime, & Norway spruce. It is at the mouth of the Glen of Aherlow and backed by the beautiful Galtee Mountains. Once owned by General Sir William Butler, the Butlers of Ormond crest is still evident on the facade of the Round Tower. The owners occupy a separate apartment on the estate and are available to assist guests. Meals can be provided at additional cost.
Bansha Castle is a perfect location for historical and cultural pursuits, Bansha lies at the centre of the heritage trail. The Rock of Cashel, Holycross Abbey and the Medieval City of Kilkenny are all near by. There is a variety of leisure activities on offer. Fishing is five minutes away on the River Suir, one of the best trout rivers in Europe. For golfers there are a selection of excellent courses within easy driving distance. Horse riding, hill walking, swimming, tennis and fox hunting (in season) can all be arranged. The village of Bansha is by the gates of the castle, with a great range of pubs and eating houses.
Accommodation
Ground floor -- Attractive tiled entrance hall; large comfortable drawing room with marble fireplace; dining room with marble fireplace (seats 10 -16); snooker/billiard room; fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room (gas and electric cooker); bathroom; utility room.
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First floor -- Seven double bedrooms (one with a double and two singles, three with double and single bed, three with double beds); seven bathrooms (6 en suite shower rooms, one bathroom with shower
Television, VCR, telephone, washing machine and dryer, oil fired central heating throughout. Cot and high chair available. Heating and electricity extra.
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Bansha in the Victorian Era |
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Currency: Rates
shown are in Euros (€)
Rates are subject to change without notice. Electricity and Heating is charged on usage. Prices are based on a max. 12 guests. Additional numbers are subject to surcharge. Refundable security deposit required on arrival. |
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