“This had been out third stay at Michelle and Padraig’s sumptuous home but leaving it doesn’t get any easier. We already miss waking up to cows grazing the emerald slopes, or stepping down from the palatial master bedroom to either one of the tastefully decorated living spaces, walking the wild but manicured garden with it’s water lily-pond, or spending an evening under the weeping willow or in the gazebo, listening to song birds, the plush carpeting and fabrics, the muted tones and silver accents, the lovely welcoming touches that give you that five star feeling… And if that’s not enough, Michelle and Padraig are simply the nicest, most thoughtful and welcoming hosts you can imagine with anything you can possibly need taken care of, seamlessly. The icing on the cake, for us, as Tina the cat, and Levi, possibly the world’s handsomest, loveliest and best behaved dog. Seriously, this place is a slice of heaven. ”
Superb Interior designed 4500 sq ft home 10kms from Kilkenny, Ireland
Superb Interior designed 4500 sq ft home 10kms from Kilkenny, Ireland

Michelle
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- 4 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 8
- 5 Bathrooms
About our home
Our home has recently been renovated to the highest design standards with internal music systems, all bedrooms en suite and a master wing with an extensive dressing room. It lies on 1 acre of gardens with a natural rock pool &stream, nestled in the beautiful, fresh countryside but only 10 mins from lively, vibrant Kilkenny city.
Kilkenny, the oldest medieval city in Ireland is steeped in history and boasts a stunning castle, charming alleyways, protected ancient buildings along with a cosmopolitan offering of atmospheric Irish pubs, gourmet restaurants and a lively music scene. Home to the famous Kilkenny beer (or "Smithwicks" as it is known locally) which is brewed here, Kilkenny is Ireland's most visited weekend location. See www.southeastireland.com for more.
Our house is situated in the quiet countryside near forest walks, fields, open spaces and public national parks. It is surrounded by trees, grass and hills, but is only a short 10 minute drive to the thriving city of Kilkenny where every amenity is catered for. A bounty of restaurants, pubs, music, theatre and art galleries, along with cultural, historic, medieval sights to see. Only 2 minutes from our home, across the fields you will find the famous and fabulous Dunmore Caves, an important Viking archaeological site.
We are happy to swap our car.
Features
- Main home
- Garden
- Cleaner
- Wifi
- Cable TV
- Gym
- Equipped for kids
- Car optional
- No smoking
- Central heating
- Dish washer
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Parking
Michelle's reviews
As a host (4)“I have written about this dream home before and will continue to celebrate it. It is at once lavish, stunningly beautiful, huge, with a rivulet running inside the expansive garden. Every details is meticulously and lovingly thought of. Everything you can possibly need and more, is conveniently offered. Michelle and her family are amazing human beings, and you can feel the love all around. A special bonus for us is Levy, the dog we fell in love with and Tina the cat. Highly recommended. ”
“We had a fantastic time at Michelle's family house in Kilkenny! What a beautiful, spacious house with a lovely established garden! My kids had the best time playing soccer and riding around on the go kart. We spent our time visiting the local area including the caves, Mount Juliet, Kilkenny, as well as going for nearby walks. We loved our time in Kilkenny!”
“We did not envision, even remotely, the beauty, the calm and the splendour that we were to find in Michelle's family home. The house itself is lavish and absolutely magnificent, everything is as tidy and as convenient as what you'd expect to find in a boutique hotel, only more beautiful! Everything that you could possibly need and more - is readily available. The backyard has a little pond and s stream that are simply paradisiacal, the surrounding countryside is spectacular, the people are friendly, what more can we say? It was heaven on earth. Frankly, the images on this website do not do it justice as it is much more splendid in real life. Michelle was the most gracious host, so nice in all her communications, and so helpful and full of ideas for our holiday. The icing on the cake for us was Tina the cat and Levi the dog, that are the sweetest, most beautiful (and well behaved) pets ever. We spend the best 11 days there and cannot wait to visit again! ”
More about us
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We have been swapping since 2004 (perhaps 19 swaps now )and love it !! We like to immerse ourselves in the culture of the place we visit and pretend we are locals
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Padraig is a Company Owner and Michelle an Animal Nutritionist.
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We have three children 24,21 and 19- sometimes they travel with us if they like the destination !! We love our home and will take great care of yours
Swap availability
- White
- Open to offers
- Green
- Available
- Red
- Not Available
Where is it?
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