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Walcot Bed and Breakfast

Oxmantown Mall, Birr, Ireland
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Walcot Bed and Breakfast
Ranked #5 of 11 Birr B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
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Fort Collins
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011

The hosts were wonderful, breakfast very substantial and rooms just delightful. I loved the sitting room which gave me some space from travelling companions to just sit and read. The location was so handy for pubs and the high street. so quiet and peaceful and has off street parking. More

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Destin, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2011

This was a lovely B&B and the location is great in Birr. We arrived and then had to change our plans traveling to another part of Ireland due to gale force weather and the proprietoress recommended an alternative part of Ireland for us to visit and allowed us to use their business computer for several hours to locate and secure... More

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Guelph, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2010

we stayed at Walcott house for one night and found it very good value. hosts James and Eilish were very accomodating.our room was beautifully decorated and clean, as was the whole house.breakfast was plentiful and lots of choice. location has good access to everything in town of Birr. we would love to stay here again as it was a great... More

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Los Angeles, California
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 July 2010

Walcott B&B is a unique experience. The house itself is among the most beautiful and periodic in the Georgian town of Birr. Each room is nicer than the next with incredible window dressing and exquisite furniture, it is more than a B&B it is an experience in luxury living. Combined with the professional, personable and friendly service, this is one... More

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Aurora, Illinois
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2008
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We stayed for 1 night , our second visit, to this lovely home, with its lovely decore, antique furnishings,sitting room with fireplace,and great walled garden and private car park.Price has gone up from our first visit 5 yrs before, but worth it, the breakfast in the dining room with crystal chandeleers makes it all worthwhile. Across the street from Birr... More

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N. Ireland
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2008
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A beautifully maintained Georgian house, with a walled garden, grand drive and safe parking - minutes from the town centre. We were more than pleasantly surprised to find this lovely B&B. With its sumptuous bedrooms which were tastefully decorated and spacious. Elegant dining area - breakfast at a giant mahogany table to seat a dozen very comfortably. We would also... More

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UK
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2007
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Lovely peaceful B&B hidden away in the centre of Birr. It is located opposite the castle. The accomodation is a large Georgian townhouse and has a lovely garden with seating. The rooms are comfortable and very tastefully decorated. Breakfast is great and is served in the elegant dining room. The proprietors are Eilish and James Hoctor and they are very... More

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Cary, NC
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2006
2
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We had a marvelous stay with the Hockets for our week in Birr! Ilish and James could not have been more accommodating hosts. The house is beautifully furnished and the public rooms were elegant but very guest friendly. All the staff was helpful with information about the area. Easy walking distance to local sights. Hope to return on your next... More

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Solihull, England
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2006
2
people found this review helpful

We spent a family weekend in this lovely house. The decor and furnishing was exceptional. The Proprietor and his wife take a lot of pride in their property as it has been handed down through the family. It is in an ideal situation, right opposite Birr Castle and is central for all amenities. Including the many pubs! More

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Jacksonville
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2004
4
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We had the good fortune to spend a night at this beautiful Georgian house in October. Minutes from town and the Birr Castle, it had a well-kept, gorgeous garden and many antiques. The breakfast was one of the best I've had in a B&B, served in an elegant dining room. Would make a trip to Ireland just to stay at... More

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