• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking

Preston House enjoys a location in Abbeyleix, 19 miles from Athy Heritage Centre-Museum and 21 miles from Kilkenny Railway Station. This apartment offers air-conditioned accommodations with a patio and free Wifi. Guests can make use of the children's playground or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the inner courtyard and quiet street. All units come with a terrace with garden views, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. A microwave, a toaster, and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units have bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not eat out, you can have groceries delivered. The area is popular for fishing and hiking, and car rental is available at the apartment. An indoor play area is also available at Preston House, while guests can also relax in the garden. Kilkenny Castle is 22 miles from the accommodation, while Carlow Town Hall is 22 miles away. The nearest airport is Waterford, 58 miles from Preston House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!

Reliable Info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
Bedroom 4:
1 king bed
Bedroom 5:
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
Bedroom 6:
1 twin bed
and
2 king beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Abbeyleix
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  • Karen
    Mexico Mexico
    It was very friendly and informal - and a bit quirky, which we loved. We were given the run of the house and as there was no breakfast included in our rental, I ended up having a great chat with another guest over morning coffee as we explored the...
  • Jennifer
    United States of America United States of America
    Amazing place to stay! I felt like I was in a museum. Wonderful kitchen and the most comfortable bed. This was a last minute booking as we were on our way to Dublin but we were too tired to go any further that day. I wish I could spend a couple...
  • Tetiana
    United States of America United States of America
    Nice place with some interesting history, spacious room with a helpful host.

Managed by Ross

Company review score: 9.8Based on 102 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

I am delighted to share Preston House with guests so they can have a truly authentic experience living in an 18th Century Georgian House. I've done extensive work to modernize Preston House ensuring your stay will be memorable and in the hope that you'll leave loving the property as much as I do.

Property info

We are delighted that you have found our beautifully restored 18th Century Georgian House, with a private courtyard and wooded garden, located on the Main Street of the picturesque Heritage Town of Abbeyleix. Preston House is the perfect space to unite friends and family for private self-catering parties. Boasting the home from home comforts of a fully equipped country kitchen, a drawing room, sitting room & two dining rooms, our six luxurious suites are individually decorated with a quirky mix of contemporary and antique furnishings, providing ample living space to comfortably accommodate 12-14 people. Preston is a perfect base to explore Ireland’s Ancient East & Hidden Heartlands.

Neighborhood info

Preston House is on the main street of Abbeyleix village. Loafing up the main street you'll be met with a variety of quirky local stores, cafes and bars. Saturdays farmers market is a real experience to be cherished while bantering away with the producers and locals whom you'll see queuing for their weekly fresh produce in the town centre Heritage Market Square. Explore the architecture of the beautifully restored town library with it's award winning design and interior.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Preston House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Air conditioning
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common Areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Services & Extras
  • Executive lounge access
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Transportation
  • Car rental
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Playground
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Preston House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 1 is required on arrival. That's about USD 1. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Crib by request
Extra bed by request
Free
7 - 8 years
Extra bed by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Preston House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 12:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of € 1 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Preston House

  • Preston House can accommodate this group size:

    • 16 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Preston House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding

  • Check-in at Preston House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Preston House has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 6 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Preston House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Preston House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Preston House on this page.

  • Preston House is 650 feet from the center of Abbeyleix. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.