Abbey House B&B
Jerpoint Abbey, Thomastown, Kilkenny Ireland
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Relax in this restored period house in surroundings of old world elegance in the shadow of Jerpoint Abbey. Ideal location for fishing, hunting, golfing, scenic routes & centrally located to the Kilkenny craft trail. Pets welcome! Mount Juliet International championship golf course 4km. Half way between Kilkenny & Waterford.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Breakfast in the room
Fishing
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Non-smoking hotel
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Jerpoint Abbey, Thomastown, Kilkenny Ireland
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We enjoyed our stay at Abbey House very much, and Helen was very kind and helpful. It's a short drive from town where there are several options to eat. Our room was comfortable and we had a great breakfast the next day. Because it's right by the river, we couldn't keep our window open at night or the bugs would've come in. But otherwise, we had a very nice stay. The Jerpoint Abbey ruins across the road are a MUST-SEE. Helen very kindly let us keep our car in her lot while we explored. I highly recommend a stay here and a tour of the abbey.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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There are benefits to the Abbey House B&B. It is across the street from the magnificent Jerpoint Abbey, which allows time for walks and contemplation of the Abbey. Additionally, there is parking on site, and it is not far from Thomastown which has several nice cafes. Overall, I had minimal contact with the proprietor so I cannot speak on her or guest relations. I initially chose this B&B based on the wonderful TripAdvisor reviews, and I am clearly in the minority regarding my overall poor experience. There were several significant issues, all related to cleanliness. First, both the bedroom and the bathroom had a significant bug burden, ranging from spiders to small brown creatures. The bottom of the closet had at least ten dead, there were two living in the window valence followed by four (large) spiders on the ceiling of the bedroom and three in the bathroom. A secondary issue was the dusty nature of the furniture. The bedding was clean, but the chair and end tables had not been wiped in some time. A third issue was the dirty mugs for tea. Both mugs placed in my room had been used recently and were significantly stained. I am happy to send pictures to other travelers upon request. I understand that COVID has been difficult on small businesses, and perhaps my experience was an outlier related to hard times. Regardless, uncleanliness to that degree was not acceptable for me as a guest.…
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Date of stay: May 2022
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My stay at Abbey House was a last-minute surprised and had to be changed once. Helen was wonderful about it all and provided true hospitality. Not only is Abbey House a beautifully renovated historic house, but it's in a peaceful setting between Jerpoint Abbey and a wooded stream by the also historic towns of Thomastown. And unlike a lot of places since covid, Helen offers a lovely breakfast. My only (very small) cautions are that a)if Kilkenny town itself is your focus, Abbey House is a few miles south and b)Helen only takes cash. But that only takes a bit of preplanning. If you're anywhere near Jerpoint, don't pass up this treat.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Stayed here while working at the Irish Open. Great location. Room was excellent, serviced first thing every morning. The room had a classic look but with modern facilities . Tea making facilities also provided and a selection of biscuits, a nice touch. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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We stayed on 28th Msy for one night .We stay was very pleasent .The lady was very nice .The breakfast was lovely.The only issue I had was when I went to pay i was told it was cash only.This meant i had to drive approx 20 minutes to find a ATM and then go back to the B&B. The lady did apologise for the error.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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We were delighted to be able to visit Helen and Abbey House again this year. I can't say enough about Helen, her hospitality, and Abbey House. Beautiful B&B right across the street from Jerpoint Abbey. Our room had a great view overlooking a stream and a meadow. Quite serene. Helen is the epitome of a host. Very charming and helpful in every respect. Room superb, breakfast excellent. The location is ideal as it is a short drive to Kilkenny and Waterford. Many interesting sites in the area. A great place to use as a base to visit the general area. Also a quaint pub in Thomastown that I quite enjoyed. Highly recommend Abbey House and will definitely visit again. Thank you Helen for another wonderful visit.
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: We enjoyed the room on the back side overlooking the river.
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Response from abbeyhousejerpiont, Owner at Abbey House B&B
Responded 23 May 2019
Hi Skip B Thank you so much for your review, I do appreciate you going to the trouble. Hope your Friends enjoyed the trip to Ireland, they were very nice couple. Hope Mrs. B is in good form, and fully recovered. Again renewed Thanks. Helen
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The period house is nestled in a delightful setting just about 5 minutes drive from Thomastown. Helen met us with a warm welcome and showed us to our rooms which were well appointed with recently fitted, quality, en suite shower rooms. The beds were really comfy with lovely crisp, white bed linen and an electric blanket, (It was only the 1st of March). After a very enjoyable meal in the town and a great night's sleep, we went down to the dining room and despite there being only five guests, the breakfast table was laden down with goodies! and we were then offered a freshly cooked breakfast to order. Overall, we really enjoyed our brief stay at Abbey House and without doubt will return to it. It is aĺl that is good about Irish hospitality and why this type of accommodation is a far better experience than a hotel. Oh and I forgot - it was great value too.…
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from abbeyhousejerpiont, Owner at Abbey House B&B
Responded 29 Mar 2019
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review, I do APPRECIATE you going to the trouble. Hope we meet again it was a pleasure to have meet you all 3 lovely ladies. Renewed Thanks from another grey haired granny. Love. Helen
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The proprietor, Helen, made us feel very welcome. We had issues with a booking at other accommodations. Since it was a bank holiday, we were fortunate to find another place at all. We were especially fortunate that we wound up staying at Abbey House! Our room was generously proportioned. The en-suite bath was super (hot shower!). The breakfast offerings were abundant and delicious. Consummate hospitality! Than you, Helen and staff!
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Date of stay: October 2018
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Response from abbeyhousejerpiont, Owner at Abbey House B&B
Responded 1 Nov 2018
Hi Jack A . Many Thanks for your lovely review, I do Appreciate you going to the trouble. If you are in our area you are both very welcome at the Abbey House. Thank you for choosing Abbey House. Hope you are enjoying the rest of the tour. Regards Helen
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Thank you to Helen for her wonderful hospitality. The B and B was lovely. Very comfortable and homey. Helen was a most gracious host and even offered to drive us into town as we did not have a car. We rented bikes and rode from Kilkenny to the Abby House. The breakfast was wonderful and included fresh scones along with a full Irish breakfast. Both the Abby across the street and the Jerpoint Park were very interesting tours. Again, thanks for Helen for her hospitality. And the breakfast staff was lovely too.
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from abbeyhousejerpiont, Owner at Abbey House B&B
Responded 7 Oct 2018
Thank you for such a lovely review, I do Appreciate you going to the trouble. Hope you had a nice visit to Waterford, did you get to Lismore and the Castle. Wishing you all the Best and Thank you for choosing Abbey House for your visit to Thomastown. Regards.Helen
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Thanks Helen! Was lovely to stay in your house. The breakfast was over the top and we felt spoiled. The rooms where clean. Convienient to stay close to Jerpoint Abbey. The price was also ok. Hope to be back.
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from abbeyhousejerpiont, Owner at Abbey House B&B
Responded 2 Oct 2018
Many Many Thanks for your wonderful review I do appreciate you going to the trouble. Thank you so much for choosing Abbey House for your visit to Jerpoint. Did your Friend sing for you in the Abbey? Wishing you all the Best. Helen
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IrelandProvince of LeinsterCounty KilkennyKilkennyThomastown
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Frequently Asked Questions about Abbey House B&B
Which popular attractions are close to Abbey House B&B?
Nearby attractions include Malzards Pub (5.4 km), Jerpoint Park (0.7 km), and Kells Priory (7.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Abbey House B&B?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Abbey House B&B?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Abbey House B&B?
Conveniently located restaurants include Tim's Bar And Kitchen, The Lady Helen Restaurant, and Toast of Thomastown.
Are there any historical sites close to Abbey House B&B?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Jerpoint Park (0.7 km), Mount Juliet Estate (2.7 km), and Leac An Scail - Kilmogue Dolmen (4.9 km).
Does Abbey House B&B have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the river view available here.