Ivyleigh House

Portlaoise, Ireland

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About the property

A Georgian town house conveniently located between Main Street and the railway station, Ivyleigh House in Portlaoise offers elegant bed and breakfast accommodation. There is free parking and Wi-Fi and a full Irish breakfast is served.

Each guest room has a TV, alarm clock and tea and coffee facilities. All have an en suite shower with complimentary toiletries provided.

A range of cooked dishes feature on the breakfast menu, including Cashel Blue cheese cakes with mushrooms and tomatoes, and baked eggs with cream and cheese. You can also enjoy porridge with cream, muesli and granola, as well as homemade bread and fruit compote.

Portlaoise is around 15 minutes’ drive from the Slieve Bloom Mountains, and around 50km north of Kilkenny. The Irish National Stud and Japanese Garden in Kildare are less than 30 minutes from the town, and Dublin city centre and airport are just over 1 hour away.

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Location

Portlaoise, Ireland

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Portlaoise, known until 1929 as Maryborough, is the county town of County Laois, Ireland. It is in the South Midlands in the province of Leinster.

One of the most notable attractions in Portlaoise is the magnificent Portlaoise Prison, which has been in operation since the early 1800s. The prison has been the site of many significant events in Irish history, including the internment of political prisoners during the Irish War of Independence. Today, the prison is a popular tourist destination and offers fascinating tours of its historic buildings and grounds.

For nature lovers, Portlaoise is home to the beautiful Emo Court House and Gardens. This stunning estate features a 19th-century mansion surrounded by immaculately manicured gardens and parkland. The estate offers a range of activities, including guided tours of the house, nature walks, and picnicking on the grounds.

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