The 'Old House' has been in the family for 500 years but was renovated in 2009 and is in mint condition. If you like privacy, you will like this. Our detached sunny and spacious cottage is nestled down an old boithrin by a river on its own 4 acres. There aren’t that many of them left. The house is on the Tipperary Kilkenny board and is only 20 minutes’ drive from Kilkenny city and Kilkenny castle. Recently renovated, this cottage epitomizes the rustic lifestyles of old Ireland. It has 2 large double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and 2 double loft bedrooms. One of the lofts is enclosed. Sleeps 8 comfortably. Washing machine, dishwasher and free wifi included. There is a front entrance and back entrance. The courtyard at the back entrance is a sun trap. If you are interested in experiencing traditional Irish music and pubs, please enquire. We know where all the gigs are. If you are interested in hiking, fishing or horse riding, it is ideal, but you can also find live theaters, shopping and restaurants within a 10-20 minute drive. The famous Kilkenny arts festival takes place only 20 minutes’ drive away. If you would like to know what real Ireland is like and how it is lived by the locals you will like this. The local pubs and shops are a 5-minute drive away. It’s the real Ireland. Keywords: Kilkenny, Kilkenny castle, cottage, free wifi, farmhouse, private, self-catering, traditional, traditional farmhouse, Irish farmhouse, Irish cottage, Irish dancing